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Brazilian Propolis Lotion by Epicuren has become my new favorite facial product.  Aside from the fact that it smells amazing, sort of like a sweeter smell, the results are fabulous.  Propolis is a bi-product made by bees when they are collecting pollen and sap and…

As we begin this new year, I am first reminded on how fast 2012 went by!  Too many things wanting to be accomplished and not enough time to do them.   No regrets…just time passes by so fast.   I’ve decided this year to have a heavy…

My new favorite product recommended during my last facial….Epicuren Pro Collagen.  Been using for the last month and starting to feel a difference in the elasticity of my skin.  I use very sparingly so it will last me awhile! -Robert (Spa Director at NW Thurman)

I’ve come to the realization that a 60 minute facial is just not for me. No surprises here, since I am very impatient when it comes to many things in life. Waiting in line for anything drives me crazy…I’ll chalk this up to the many years living…

New research in the field of mental health finds evidence that a grateful heart is a happy heart. I guess I’m jaded enough to roll my eyes at the notion of “just be grateful for what you have, dammit!” But I can commit to trying…

One of the things I love…is this transition time of year where we change from one season to the next.  I lived in San Francisco for 5 years and never saw the difference from one season to another.  Love San Francisco but the consistent weather…

Remember when it was 2010 or better yet, New Year’s Eve of 2011, when we were filled to the brim with anticipation for the infamous “2012, the end of the Mayan calendar”?  Here we are, in the 9th month of the year with only 3…

As potent and capable beings, we have the ability to CREATE on a daily basis that which we desire to manifest as our experience in life. Creativity is innate in all of us as a product of our natural evolution. The creative aspect of life…

Nobody can give you wiser advice than yourself. -Cicero  The body is an amazing source of intelligence. It is always there for you, pumping blood, never skipping a heartbeat, digesting whatever food you put in it and maintaining homeostasis. Is this reliable, intelligent bio computer…

What do you know about inflammation? For almost all of us the answer is, not enough.  Inflammation can cause a wide array of issues and reactions in our bodies.  Diabetes, arthritis, hypertension, allergies, obesity, eczema, many cancers…inflammation can either cause or contribute to all of…

No matter how bright, sunny, and alive the days of summer may be, anyone’s head space can still turn less than 100%.  There’s no doubt about it.  Life can be hard, but don’t turn away from those trials.  There is so much opportunity to learn! …

I recently just had my first encounter with some severe back pain that left me a bit incapacitated.   I started my day as I always do by letting the dogs out and feeding them.  After feeding I went to pick up Quiche and BAM I…

Exciting news for the world of skincare at The Dragontree! We are now carrying a new sunscreen product! Epicuren’s Silk Mist Sunscreen SPF 15 is not your ordinary sun protection product. The entire esthetics team has been patiently waiting for it’s arrival. Why is the…

A Peaceful World Begins With A Peaceful You! At the Dragontree, we are committed to peace. We provide a sanctuary from the stress that degrades the quality of our lives. We will assist you on your journey towards balance with rejuvenative therapies, and will be…

“The man who does things makes many mistakes, but he never makes the biggest mistake of all – doing nothing.” -Benjamin Franklin   Summer is finally in fully force, and the living is easy! Do you notice in summertime how everything seems promising? The plants…

Sunburns are not only painful, but they can cause serious damage leading to wrinkles, dark spots and even cancer. Do not pull out last year’s sunscreen and think it will do the trick.. Essential elements within sunscreen can fade within a year of opening. Epicuren…

A couple of month ago I wrote about digging into understanding my sugar addiction and starting to treat it as it is: an addiction. If you’re wondering, I am still not completely sugar free, but I am consuming quite a bit less. The whole experience…

As potent and capable beings, we have the ability to CREATE on a daily basis that which we desire to manifest as our experience in life. Creativity is innate in all of us as a product of our natural evolution. The creative aspect of life…

My best friend whom I’ve known since I was 4 years old will be getting married soon. In order to celebrate all the wonderful ways she is to our group of friends we recently threw her a fantastic bridal weekend. Complete with a huge rented…