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feature 38 SPREADING POSITIVITY
Kwailan Barsotti offers a unique shopping experience at Desert Lotus Boutique & Gifts
fresh 8 BETWEEN NEIGHBORS Publishers’ note
12 MOMENTS
food 24 HIGH SCHOOL
Farewell to Marcella Baietto
Seen around town
16 READS
From Brooklyn to Jesus Land
18 WEATHER
Safe summer food handling
20 PERSPECTIVE
Fireworks and the law
22 OUTINGS
North Valley Escape Room
business
How to host the perfect barbecue
Salted cookie dough ice cream
28 ENTREPRENEUR
better
30 SPOTLIGHT
52 BEAUTY
Find your target audience
Malave Rock Video Game Theater
Perk skincare treatment
54 BODY
home 34 ENTERTAINING
Summertime celebrations
36 CRAFTS
Cool projects for hot days
40 KIDS
Tips to survive road trips
41 PETS
Kuma’s adventures
42 PETS
Anthem Pets up for adoption
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46 HOME COOKING 48 HOME COOKING
Fun things to do in July
14 OUTTAKES
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Self-massage
56 INSIDE
Sun protection 101
58 HAIR Products worth investing in
60 SUDOKU
An original Linda Thistle puzzle
62 CROSSWORD
An original Myles Mellor crossword
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The Anthem Fine Arts Club meets each Wednesday at the Anthem Civic Building in the Arts and Crafts room from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. This is a venue for artists to paint with other artists, learning, sharing, and enjoying the artist community in Anthem. Art is limited to painting and Anthem residents due to space limitations. For questions, contact Victoria or Eileen at g.victoriapeterson@yahoo.com or eileenbrosius@att.net. Anthem Civic Building, 3701 W. Anthem Way, Anthem. onlineatanthem.com/event/anthem-fine-arts-club
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The 27th Annual International ArtWalk celebrates fine artworks represented in Scottsdale galleries from artists and images around the world, a series of small presentations and lectures on topics from a global perspective, and cool treats from Asian shaved ice to Italian gelato, hosted by the Scottsdale Gallery Association. Free. 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Along the ArtWalk line on Marshall Way and Main Street, Scottsdale. scottsdalegalleries.com
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Experience the magic of watching butterflies dance to classical, Native American, and other musical stylings during Concerts in the Conservatory. Complimentary with admission. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Butterfly Wonderland, 9500 E. Via de Ventura, Scottsdale. butterflywonderland.com
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Enjoy Parent’s Night Out. Parents drop off children, ages 3-12, for an evening complete with a pizza dinner as well as a variety of games and activities. Cost is $15 per child. A multi-child family discount is available. Sending a second child to Parents Night Out is $10, with three or more going for $5 each. All children attending must be potty trained. 6:30 p.m. ACC Community Center, 41130 N. Freedom Way, Anthem. For more information: (623) 879-3011.
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The Musical Theatre of Anthem is holding auditions for 13 The Musical, an hilarious, coming-of-age musical about fitting in and discovering that cool is sometimes where we least expect it. Auditions for this no-cut production for ages 12 to 15 will be held July 30 with callbacks on July 31. 1 p.m. Musical Theatre of Anthem, 42323 N. Vision Way, Anthem. musicaltheatreofanthem.org
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fresh | OUTTAKES
WHAT
Anthem Soccer Club Skills Training AWARDED
Dozens of local children showed up for a summer skills training session from AZ United hosted by the Anthem Soccer Club. Participants also enjoyed a special autograph session at the end of the training. —Photos by CMQ Photos LLC
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WHAT
A Day of Remembrance Memorial Day Ceremony DETAILS
Over 1,500 people attend the A Day of Remembrance Memorial Day ceremony at the Anthem Veterans Memorial to honor the service and sacrifice of veterans who’ve fallen while serving our nation. The Honor Flag was proudly presented to the United States Navy color guard by the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office and Daisy Mountain Fire Department color guards as the Arizona Fire Services Pipe and Drum Corps played in the background. —Photos by the Anthem Community Council
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MORE READS TO TRY
Feed By Mira Grant There may be zombies in it, but Feed goes beyond gore to explore the right to information and free speech, the role of journalists, and the political and personal price of a widespreading disease.
How We Decide By Jonah Lehrer What goes on inside our minds to help us make decisions? Author Jonah Lehrer tackles the subject in an entrancing read that explores how the human mind can make better choices in all aspects of our lives.
Yes Please By Amy Poehler Known for her effortless humor and spot-on delivery, Amy Poehler brings it with her latest book, Yes Please. It’s like hanging out with your funniest girlfriend times four.
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fresh | WEATHER
Are You Gonna Eat That? Local meteorologist Shelley Sakala questions the safety of summer food handling. IF YOU’RE A germophobe you’re going to want to stop reading this article right now. Still with me? OK, don’t say you haven’t been warned. Cookouts, picnics, pool parties…that’s what summer is all about. The triple-digit weather signals the time of year when the grill draws us outside—and the swimming pool keeps us there. I’ve been both guest and host at more summer get-togethers than I can count, and one thing I’ve noticed is that when it comes to cookouts, everyone has their own idea about how food should be treated. I’m not referring to the quality of the eats. I’m talking handling, preparation, and storage—health inspector stuff. And since no government organization monitors foodservice conditions at your neighbor’s house, it’s up to you to be on the lookout for telltale signs of unsafe conditions. Case-in-point: I once attended a cookout and saw a plate of raw chicken sitting in the sun next to the barbeque for three hours before it finally hit the grill. Needless to say, I ate vegetarian that day. But there are so many not-so-obvious safety infractions that I’ve decided to compile a list of tips worth considering if you’re planning to have people over who you actually like. Raw chicken left out in the sun? That’s an obvious one. But what about cooked chicken? Burgers. Fruit salad. You may be surprised, and horrified, by what you’re about to learn. Read on, if you dare…
HIGHWAY TO THE DANGER ZONE
Some people get lulled into a false sense of security by thinking food left on the kitchen counter is safer because it’s inside the house and fully cooked. But there’s something the USDA calls the danger zone, which is when the air temperature is between 40 and 140 degrees (which pretty much covers every single day). Food left out of the fridge enters the danger zone and begins to grow bacteria. The USDA warns that you’ve got two hours, max, before the growing bacteria makes food (cooked or uncooked) unsafe to eat. And remember that this two-hour window is cumulative, meaning that the 15 minute trip back from the grocery store and the 5 minutes it took to stash your food in the fridge and the 10 minutes it took to chop and season your food all counts against your two-hour time limit. Tick tock.
FOOD TYPES MATTER
The foods that spoil fastest include unshelled eggs, raw meats, fish, shellfish, dairy products, and almost all cooked foods. This also includes potato salad, macaroni salad, and your friend’s “special family recipe” casserole that you wouldn’t eat even under perfect conditions. Some foods are a little more forgiving, such as cookies, bread, and pro-
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SAFE-TEA Although tea is not considered to be a dangerous method of spreading or contracting disease, the Centers for Disease Control recommends a few simple measures for staying safe. • Brew your tea at a minimum of 195° for 3–5 minutes to help fight off coliform bacteria such as Klebsiella, Enterobacter, and E. coli. • Cold-brewed tea and sun-brewed tea pose a higher potential risk of bacterial contamination. Don’t be the person who starts the zombie apocalypse with day-old tea and a lemon wedge. • Iced tea should be stored for a maximum of eight hours. Drink it, toss it, and make a new batch. From CDC’s Memo on Bacterial Contamination of Iced Tea.
JULY WEATHER
Average temperature: 95° Average high temperature: 106° Average low temperature: 83° Warmest ever: 121° Coldest ever: 68° Average precipitation: 1.05 inches
A TABLE FOR TWO? Phind it
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fresh | HIGH SCHOOL
Goodbye 85086 Magazine’s student journalist, Marcella Baietto, bids farewell and introduces her successor.
SCHOLARSHIPS AWARDED
Congratulations to the students honored by the Rotary Club of Anthem.
Marcella with the issues of 85086 Magazine that she's worked on.
Marcella with her successor, Zoe Myer.
NEARLY A YEAR ago, I was approached with the opportunity to begin my journey as a journalist. It was a long-term goal of mine to become a published journalist. To have achieved this accomplishment, and at such a young age, is unbelievable to me. I have written 11 published articles highlighting all that Boulder Creek High School has to offer in 85086 Magazine. My photography has also been featured in the publication. As 85086 Magazine’s student journalist, I’ve attended various community and high school events and interviewed inspiring students and impactful teachers and staff members. Not only has this internship led me to advance as a writer and reporter, but also as a photographer. Through all of the people I’ve met and the many memories that have been made, I realize just how impactful BCHS, as well as Anthem as a whole, has been on me. I understand that 85086 Magazine is only the beginning of my journalism career, but I cannot be more thankful to have interned at such a welcoming and promising
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The Rotary Club of Anthem awarded five scholarships to North Valley high school students from Anthem Preparatory Academy, Boulder Creek High School, and Sandra Day O’Connor High School. The recipients received their certificates at their respective school’s award ceremonies. The recipients are Brionna Raum and Karley Pillsbury, (Anthem Preparatory); Marcella Baietto and Ashley Jones, (Boulder Creek); and Andrew Yancy, (Sandra Day O’Connor). Each received a $1,000 scholarship to support full-time enrollment at any accredited community college or four-year college or university, for the 2016–17 academic year. Applicants were sought from the two public high schools serving Anthem, and any Anthem senior attending a private or parochial high school in the region. Each applicant submitted information on her or his community involvement and extracurricular activities. They also wrote an essay based on the principles of Rotary International. Grade point averages and advanced placement and honors courses taken were part of the evaluation process used by the Scholarship Committee. “The Anthem Rotary received 32 scholarship applications this year, and our Scholarship Committee had a particularly challenging time reaching consensus on the five winners. All 32 applicants had most impressive credentials, demonstrated leadership, and committed service to the Anthem community,” says Rotary Club of Anthem Scholarship Chairman, Ken Hedman.
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1. KNOW THEIR PAIN POINTS AND CHALLENGES
3. THINK OF YOUR TARGET AUDIENCE AS ONE PERSON
One of the main forces that drives consumers and clients to buy something is because it solves a problem they have. What problem does your product or service solve? What type of people suffer from this problem or challenge and need a simple solution (your product or service) that is not already on the market, or different than anything that currently exists? Determine who can benefit from your product or service and why and use this information to create your brand messaging.
Buyer personas are a great way to think about your target audience. A buyer persona is not just a description of your audience, it's a fictional representation of someone in your audience. To create your personas, you’ll want to gather all of the information you have about your audience and use it to create their story. Conduct customer interviews and send out surveys to gather data on your ideal audience. Use any historical data you already have available to determine buying behavior or online activity. Instead of having a long list of categories that your audience fits into, personas afford you the opportunity to think about your audience as a real person, instead of a large, unattainable mass of people. Now you can consider questions like, “Would Stacy really want or need this product?” or “How would Joe try to solve this problem?” Defining your target audience now will be so beneficial for your company in the long run. A clear understanding of your target market can help your marketing department, sales team, product development team, and management make informed and effective decisions. While these three factors may not create a complete profile for your target audience, they’re a great place to start because they focus on key information. Always consider these three factors when defining your target audience.
2. UNDERSTAND HOW YOUR TARGET AUDIENCE TALKS Now that you know who needs your product or service most, you need to start thinking like them. Cater to your target audience and personalize your marketing campaigns to fit their needs and their language. If you work in an industry that uses a lot of technical terms and jargon that most of the public doesn’t use (or know), it’s probably best not to include it in your messaging. You want your target audience to find you when they’re searching for solutions on the Internet in their own words. Incorporate keywords that they would use in their searches to guarantee you pop up as a result.
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business | SPOTLIGHT
The Business of Fun Malave Rock Video Game Theater offers the ultimate gaming experience to your front door. By Sondra Barr
TIRED OF THE corporate world, Andre Malave ditched the suits and red tape to pursue the business of fun. As the owner of Malave Rock LLC Video Game Theater, Andre and his crew want everyone to have a blast when they roll up. From birthday parties, school or church fundraisers, to corporate events or tailgate parties, Malave Rock’s state-of-theart mobile video game theater has hightech entertainment features that assure an amazing experience for all. This video gaming theater on wheels features eight wide screen HDTVs, gaming consoles (Xbox One, Xbox 360, PS4, Wii, and Wii U), surround sound, a laser light show, an action station and multi-player gaming
excitement. Thirty-two guests can play at the same time (weather permitting). Meanwhile, a drop-down rock stage with an additional HDTV provides a platform for dancing, singing, and action games. The truck even has satellite television, a wheelchair-accessible ramp, and a powered awning for shade. The ultimate mobile video gaming party trailer, the array of games available ranges from those suitable for all ages, think Lego Batman 3 Beyond Gotham and FIFA 15 to more graphic content like Call
of Duty: Black Ops II and Halo 4. With Malave Rock, you specify the games you want (or don’t want) played during your party, allowing you to be in charge of the content for your guests. The best part is that knowledgeable game coaches are on hand to assist guests during the entire party for seamless gaming enjoyment. “I want to grow in the Anthem community. The reason I opened in Anthem is that I live here and love the community and I want to give back to it,” says Andre, who officially opened Malave Rock in April of
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ANDRE MALAVE Q: What's your biggest business pet peeve? A: Not having respectful manners to your neighbor, community, and just everyday people you are in contact with daily. Q: What are you most proud of? A: My wife, Ann Malave, and daughters, Alexis and Gianna Malave Q: Best words of wisdom you’ve received? A: “Good enough is not good enough!”
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wailan Barsotti wants to empower women and serve her community. She’s bringing this passion for serving others to her unique new Anthem store, Desert Lotus Boutique & Gifts. Since moving with her husband, Miles, and daughter, Maile, to Anthem from Hawaii three years ago, Kwailan looked for an opportunity to contribute to the community that received her and her family with open arms. She considers Desert Lotus Boutique & Gifts her chance to spread positivity and beauty within the area that is now her home. Not your typical shopping venue, Desert Lotus offers a personal shopping experience and not just a traditional buyer mentality. “We believe in the win-win-win approach,” says Kwailan, who’s sourced many local vendors to provide an eclectic mix of affordable women’s fashions, positive affirmation gifts, oils, candles, soaps, baby shower presents, and personal protection items from concealed carry handbags to pepper spray. Another unique aspect to Desert Lotus is what Kwailan refers to as their directional gifting. “Basically, it means that a grandmother can gift her grandson with a replica 1914 spyglass, or a son can give it to his father,” says Kwailan of the meaningful items she carries at her store. Since opening Desert Lotus Boutique & Gifts at 4220 W. Opportunity Way last month, Kwailan has enjoyed meeting and chatting with her customers. “One of my fondest memories since opening our doors is when one of my customers purchased pepper spray, a stun gun, a prayer box, and a carry and conceal purse for his daughter,” says Kwailan. “He explained that his little girl was growing up and that he wouldn’t be there to protect her but that her stun gun and prayer box would be there in his stead. He explained that his faith in God allows him to let her grow and go off to college, but that her wellbeing meant more to him than anything else. And he felt safer knowing that she had a stun gun to protect herself.” As a mother, Kwailan places a priority on the store’s youngest guests. “We have a kids’ area with fruit, Netflix, books, puzzles, and toys to occupy the little ones while mom and dad enjoy a stress-free shopping experience,” she says. “Even our bathrooms are kid friendly, so kids feel independent and parents relaxed.” Running a new store isn’t without its obstacles. “One challenging aspect is sourcing vendors who are local and those who give back to their communities. We want to surround ourselves with positive people who are contributing to our community and who are dedicated to giving back to our community,” she says. Letting potential customers know that Desert Lotus is open and ready for business is also foremost on Kwailan’s mind. “We are further down the road from the Anthem Walmart and just past the ReStore. One could find us by looking for our green flag when driving or simply find us on Facebook for directions.” Meanwhile, Kwailan is excited to announce that her store has officially teamed up with Streetlight USA, a nonprofit residential center in Arizona that specializes in the healing of child sex trafficking and sexual trauma victims ages 11 through 17 throughout the United States. “We will launch a fundraising platform for Streelight USA that will give all monies to the nonprofit,” says Kwailan. “When we opened Desert Lotus Boutique, my husband and I said, ‘We’re not in it to become wealthy, we are wealthy with love and amazing family, but we want to be happy,’” says Kwailan, who’s found her happy paradise far from the shores of Hawaii.
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Salted Cookie Dough Ice Cream Mama G. dishes on her super secret sweet treat. FOR PEOPLE of a certain age, ice cream brings to mind vivid images of growing up and playing outside until dusk awaiting the sounds of the Good Humor ice cream truck. Remember those iconic trucks that once traveled through America’s neighborhoods playing a jingle with bells, bringing tasty frozen treats to hands and homes across America. Children from several blocks away would run over just to get in line for a cool, delicious, sugary treat. While children waited for their turn, their eyes would be mesmerized by the colorful treats of-
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fered—red, white, and blue bullet pops, creamy orange Dreamsicles, and so much more. When they finally got up to the window, their sweaty palms would eagerly open and release a handful of coins for the sweet purchase. Even though the iconic trucks are long gone, the ice cream scene is more innovative than ever. Hyper accelerated food trends have given chefs and shop owners access to a plethora of ideas. From Thai rolled ice cream, handcrafted by spreading sheets of pastry cream on a glacier that’s cranked to 10 degrees Fahrenheit to
instantly frozen pastry sensations scraped into beautifully formed rolls and presented with toppings of creamy smooth chocolate spread, to the world’s most favorite cream filled Oreo cookie, ice cream is here to stay. To stay on top of the trending ice cream game, the latest concoction is shaved snow. It’s a variation on shaved ice, made by freezing dairy into the base and smothered with just about anything imaginable— think drizzled peanut butter sauce, matcha brownies, crumbled cookies, sweet candy, and more. I scream, you scream, we all scream for—homemade ice cream. DIY sounds like such a spectacular idea, until you browse through a recipe and realize how much work it’s going to be. Is it worth it? Here's the scoop—absolutely, when you have Mama G's homemade salted cookie dough ice cream.
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Perk-a-licious
New skincare treatment offers a multitude of perks. By Elizabeth Hausman
SOMETHING BRAND NEW and “perk-a-licious” just hit the aesthetic market. It’s called Perk and it’s the newest device from Edge Systems, the manufacturer of the multiple award winning HydraFacial MD system. Perk was launched in November 2015 and just had its world debut at the International Spa Association Conference (iSPA), where it was voted one of the top six new products to hit the market. Perk is the first hybrid skin care system that combines cuttingedge technology with proven effective ingredients to exfoliate, nourish, and revive skin in as little as 10 minutes with no downtime and immediate visible results. It’s the first treatment of its kind that merges an in-office treatment with take-home products to enhance skin benefits. Clients get immediate results with long lasting benefits that fit perfectly into daily life. Whether you’re in the mood to boost lips, replenish the eye area, or give your face that instant glow, Perk gives you the freedom to mix n’ match service options. Perk can be utilized in a multitude of ways including as an enhancement to a traditional facial, an add-on to a HydraFacial MD treatment, or as a stand-alone express service, enabling clients to give their skin a boost wherever and whenever it’s needed most. The Perk face treatment can also be used as a prepping station to other clinical treatments such as dermaplaning, microneedling, Dermapen, microdermabrasion, or laser to enhance the clinical benefits of those services.
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The Perks
FACE SERVICE: Great as a stand-alone or pre-
treatment procedure. Exfoliates and nourishes skin with potent antioxidants for a gorgeous glow.
LIP SERVICE: Perfectly primed and lightly plumped lips. Treatment locks in moisture to reveal a perfect pout. Key ingredients include peppermint oil and peony extract. In addition to the roller ball serum, the lip service also includes an additional take home maintenance lip balm.
EYE SERVICE: Brightens and awakens the delicate
eye area with energizing green tea extract and citric acid. Includes take home roller ball serum and an eye mask.
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Sun Protection 101
Pharmacists Tara Storjohann and Jessica Wooster talk how to protect yourself from the sun. SUMMER HAS arrived, which means spending more time outside (most likely poolside) with friends and family. Increased sun exposure is a danger that we are often unaware of on a daily basis. Think of what you currently do to shield yourself from the sun, and chances are you might not be doing enough. Hopefully this article will share some tips on how to protect yourself from the sun this summer.
INCIDENCE /
Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States and it’s estimated that one in five Americans will develop skin cancer in their lifetime, according to a report of skin cancer incidence by Archives of Dermatological Research. Basal cell and squamous cell carcinomas, the two most common forms of skin cancer, are highly curable if detected early and treated properly. According to the American Cancer Society, approximately one American dies from melanoma every hour. Early detection is key, as the five-year survival rate is 98 percent for people whose melanoma is detected and treated before it spreads.
RISK FACTORS /
Exposure to natural and artificial ultraviolet (UV) light is a risk factor for all types of skin cancer. It is advisable to avoid use of tanning salons unless you plan to use the spray or airbrush tans, which do not use UV light. Risk factors for all types of skin cancer include skin that burns easily; blond or red hair; a history of excessive sun exposure, including sunburns; tanning bed use; immune system-suppressing diseases or treatments; and a history of skin cancer. According to a review of cancer statistics by Siegel et. al., people with more than 50 moles, atypical moles, light skin, freckles, or a family history of melanoma are at an increased risk of developing melanoma.
PREVENTION & DETECTION /
Whether you plan to spend the day hiking, out on the water, golfing, or laying by the pool, it’s important to always use good sun protective measures. Because exposure to UV light is the most preventable risk factor for all skin cancers, The American Academy of Dermatology encourages everyone to protect their skin from the sun’s harmful UV rays by seeking shade, wearing protective clothing and routine application of sunscreen. Remember that the sun’s rays are strongest between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.
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SUNSCREEN /
It’s recommended to use a broad-spectrum, water-resistant sunscreen with a sun protection factor (SPF) of 30 or more to all exposed skin at least 15 minutes before going outdoors. “Broadspectrum” provides protection from both ultraviolet A (UVA) and ultraviolet B (UVB) rays. Reapply sunscreen approximately every two hours, even on cloudy days, and immediately after swimming or heavy sweating. Seek shade when appropriate. Wear protective clothing, such as a long-sleeved shirt, pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and sunglasses where possible. Wearing more clothing is difficult to do in the warm summer months, but it is a method that ensures optimal UV protection.
MONITORING MOLES /
Regular inspection of your skin and moles is key to detecting skin cancer in its earliest, most treatable stages. Skin cancer warning signs include changes in size, shape or color of a mole or other skin lesion, the appearance of a new growth on the skin, or a sore that doesn't heal. Make note of any spots when doing a skin check, and keep track of changes that occur such as an increase in size or change in appearance. If you notice any spots on your skin that appear to be changing, itching or bleeding, you should make an appointment with a dermatologist. According to the US Preventive Services Task Force, individuals with a history of melanoma should have a full-body exam by a dermatologist at least annually and perform regular self-exams for new and changing moles.
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The Right Stuff
Stylist Martin Weston on hair care products worth investing in. ONE OF THE most memorable events where I worked as a platform hair care artist was held in a Los Angeles hotel in 2006. When requested to headline the show, I knew I wanted to do something different. With limited time left until the start of the show, I immediately shook my creative muse awake and got to work. Taking center stage was my chair and cutting equipment. To the right was a draped table displayed with Paul Mitchell products. Meanwhile, dominating stage left was an open closet overflowing with clothes, shoes, gloves, hats, and jackets— everything and anything that could be crammed in without tumbling out. As soon I was announced and welcomed to the stage, and once the applause died down, the room became silent. The audience of 600 displayed expressions ranging from amusement to raised eyebrows. Un-
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fazed, I continued on and stood dressed in something Ginger Grant would’ve worn on Gilligan’s Island—a glamorous champagne colored floor length silk gown with bronze ostrich feathers surrounding my neck. It was a ridiculous Hollywood thrift store bargain, yet it was also the white elephant in the room, calculated to serve my purposes perfectly that evening. Having harnessed their attention, I explained what I would be doing without mentioning the gown. Then I inquired, “By a show of hands who likes selling retail to their clients?” Across the ballroom, less than a dozen stylists raised their hands. “Now, who doesn’t like selling retail?” Immediately, waves of emphatic arms shot up and within earshot a woman shouted, “I hate selling retail!” Engaged, I asked the stylist her name, and then said, “I’m going to work with you.” I slipped out of the
gown and revealed what was underneath: a black T-shirt tucked into black long underwear and black socks. Turning to her I said, “I want you to dress me.” I asked very specific questions about my hair’s texture and needs: it’s thin, fine, and highlighted with bleach and 40-volume peroxide. “You need shampoo,” she said to overwhelming laughter. Shampoo? Is that all I needed? I dug. I prodded. All the while, trying to demonstrate the importance of proper recommendations for a clients’ specific hair type. Quickly the audience became involved, and piece-by-piece they dressed me in the clothes I’d hidden within the closet: white shirt, black slacks, black jacket, and dress shoes. I looked out. “The way you dressed me,” I said, “is the way you’re to dress your client’s hair.” Over the years I’ve discovered there are four basic products a client needs to properly care for their hair: shampoo, conditioner, styling product, and finishing product. Shop inside any salon or beauty supply and you’ll discover shelves inundated with countless products; however, which are for you specifically? Is your hair thin, fine,
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ACROSS 1 Forbidden 5 Stares 10 Token taker 14 Valhalla chief 15 Explode 16 Carryall 17 Phoenix bird 19 Make a mess of 20 “We need to get a cat!” 21 Mauna ___ (Hawaiian volcano) 22 Greek war god 23 Hooded snake 26 So to speak 28 Contend 31 Highway levies 32 Maple for one 33 One who’s in no hurry 36 Old Tucson neighborhood 40 C to C, say 41 Coin of Iran 44 Stir up, in a way 47 Decree 49 Cut back
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52 Dawn 53 Poker stake 54 Annoyance 55 Goes with Zeppelin 56 Ship part 57 Phoenix community 62 Goofs 63 Voice level 64 Polish a column 65 Wipe out 66 Rubberneck 67 Dickens’s Mr. Pecksniff
11 Hardy’s partner 12 Types of willows 13 It may be present 18 Compost 23 100 lbs. 24 Plane crasher in Catch-22 25 Telly watchers’ network, with “the” 27 90210 ’s ___ Spelling 29 Burglars 30 Broadcast 34 Powerful constrictor 35 Output of Mount Saint Helens 37 Kind of wine 38 Moves heavily 39 Word with band or visual 42 Grow old 43 Umpire’s call 44 Family subdivisions 45 Mink-related aqua mammals 46 Threatening words 48 Average guys 49 Autumn toiler 50 Vinegar bottle 51 Hair dye 55 Bard’s instrument 58 “... borrower ___ a lender be” 59 “___ to Joy” 60 Plum part 61 Ordinal suffix
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DOWN 1 Stranded motorist’s need 2 Bother, to the bard 3 Life summary 4 Sub home 5 Techie 6 Sweep 7 First-rate, to Kipling 8 Foils 9 Made things difficult for 10 Write illegibly
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