9021- Oh no you didn't!

I spent the month of August in zip code 90210, home of Rodeo Dr & Hollywood glamour- Beverly Hills! I packed up my husband, dog & beloved long lost Colombian mama/ housekeeper. We headed out West. Every other week we would be joined by our little ones & soon Disneyland would be a second home. I connected with friends, had photo-shoots, met with my PR, hit the pilates studio & even left the comforts of LA for Laguna Niguel. Below I listed my favorite LA hotspots from all our California adventures--restaurants, hotels, beauty gurus, stores etc.
Enjoy,
Kaki


1.) Polo Lounge restaurant inside the Beverly Hills Hotel. My 1st date with my hubby was here so it's good luck for Love! Sit outside among the ivy in the hidden back VIP booths.

2.) In 'N Out simply the best fast food in the world! Delicious burgers only found on the West Coast.

3.) Ritz Carlton Laguna in Dana Point fabulous hotel on the beach with 5 star service & the worlds nicest valet!

4.) Chi Nail Bar I am obsessed with this high end by appointment only nail salon. They specialize in glitter gels amongst the hottest trends in mani/pedis.

5.) Umberto Salon need a blow out or color this top-notch salon will guarantee you "A good hair day." John V does my blow outs.

6.) GEA Photo my friend photographer extraordinaire Eric Gea. Step behind his lens & your beauty will pop.

7.) Runyon Canyon hike this treacherous incline while walking amongst the beautiful sweaty people! Exhale as you reach the summit & take a pic with the Hollywood sign behind you.

8.) Wat Po Thai best Thai massage! Ask for "Mon" & a little Thai lady will walk on your back & kill you with pain that feels so good!

9.) Spray Tans LA perfect spray tans. Blair will come to your home & bronze you. Any custom shade you wish from a golden glow to the deepest bronze!

10.) EyeLash Extensions by Sarah Maxwell relax & shut your eyes as beauty expert Sarah applies gorgeous long lashes in the comfort of her Hollywood home. www.sarah-maxwell.com

11.) Makeup by Evelyn she will do wonders with her makeup brushes to your face. Twitter @evemakeupartist .

12.) Neiman Marcus Stylist Kelly Warner head up the escalator to Couture you will be in designer heaven & fashionista hands by Kelly.

13.) Body Factory most delicious, healthy protein shakes. My flavor of choice the PB&V.

Photo by Gea Photo #6, Make-up by Evelyn #11, Spray tan by Spraytans LA #9

In n Out #2

Wardrobe by Kelly Warner #12 ( in my backyard)

Ritz Carlton Laguna Niguel #3

Chi Nail Salon #4

Runyon Canyon #7

My Beauty Routine

Beauty is only Skin Deep

This blog is dedicated to my beauty routines. I am a slave to the beauty departments in Neimans, Barney's, Sephora and CVS! Throughout my modeling career I have learned a lot of tricks of the trade. I am always on the hunt for the next “it” product & magical potion! Through trial & error I am sharing with you my all time “must have” beauty lists.

Facial Beauty

Your face, home to the windows of your soul, to your infectious smile, to your soft lips & your good side! I have tried many products & below is what I use on my skin for cleansing, moisturizing, healing, masking you name it!

Cleansers

-Neutrogenamakeup remover wipes (calming,night): After shoots, a long night out, these are the best & very gentle on your skin. I call it the "Lazy girls trick".

- Estee Lauder "Perfectly Clean" Foaming cleanser: soft gentle, removes all dirt off skin

- Estee Lauder Re-nutriv softening toner: It's gentle & effective at the same time.

Serums

I am obsessed with serums! A few drops in the morning & night and your skin stays hydrated & nourished. Great for anti-oxidants and sun damage.

- Estee Lauder "Advanced Night repair": this serum is my life line I have it with me in my purse, on trips, shoots. It instantly moisturizes, heals, and lifts my skin.

- ESPA "Super Active" serum: This tiny vile is the must have for women in NYC. 3 drops a day and your skin is renewed.

Moisturizers

-LaMer "moisturizing cream": its potent, rich & like velvet on my skin. It's great for the cold in NYC or dehydration while flying. However some find it to rich if so try my other choice.

-Estee Lauder Renutirv: This is amazing & very strong just a little goes a long way it makes my skin look so dewy!

Eyes

The eyes say it all, your tired, frisky, happy, angry or sad. The eyes are vital to ones beauty, so take care of them.

-SisleyEye Contour: this is a soft nourishing potent cream day & night it works.

-Immupure lifting eye serum: its like an instant glass of water for under eye bags and dehydration it tightens the skin and lifts.

-Orlanehypnotherapy eye cream: This eye cream is magic it immediately wakes your eyes up. Only bad part is it can be a bit too heavy

Lips

Your mouth and lips are stared at all day & night as you talk, smile & smooch! Take care of those kissers!

-LipsScrub by Sara Happ, exfoliates dry skin and makes my lips renewed.

-Vaseline: The best for my lips, nothing moisturizes and soothes like vaseline, plus its cheap!

SmithsRosebud salve: This is soft & smells delicious. I am never without it. It's in everyone of my purses & on my nightstand. Get it at Sephora & you will become addicted!