Soft Spoken

They say that beauty’s only skin deep. Well, not according to leading beauty expert Sue Devitt and renowned nutritionist Tanya Zuckerbot. These two talented women, who teamed up to found io BEAUTY, believe that topical skin treatments are simply not enough. The secret to a really beautiful, younger-looking complexion is achieved through harnessing the power [...]

Thanks to all who attended!  Congratulations to Suanne Keller, the winner of the “Whole Routine” gift basket.

1. Out with the old.
There’s something freeing about getting rid of clutter, and the new year is a great time to make a start! Instead of getting stressed at the thought of this monumental task, start small. Get one thing out of the way—like a drawer, a closet or a room—and then move on to [...]

Big deadline looming? Worrying about family or friends? Juggling an insanely busy schedule? Modern-day stressors like these can add up—fast. And countless studies show that chronic stress can lead to a lot of physical and emotional problems. While it’s impossible to avoid stressful situations all the time, the good news is that, with a few [...]

 
“On the seventh day of Christmas, my true love sent to me, Seven Swans a Swimming.”
 
Beautiful, naturally monogamous swans have been symbols of love and affection throughout the centuries. During the time of this festive carol until as late as the 19th Century, swans also had a connection with royal feasting, often being served at [...]

 
“On the sixth day of Christmas, my true love sent to me, Six Geese a Laying.”
 
For your true love we offer a gift that is soft and warm, doesn’t need to be fed or cared for, yet will always take care of you when needed. (And personally we believe it is much cuter than a [...]

These are a few of our favorite things!
‘Tis the season for turkey and dressing, pecan pie and hams, cranberries and yams.  But once the Thanksgiving table is cleared and the leftovers are put away, how to best unwind at the end of the day? If you answered in cozy, comfortable clothes, then you would be [...]

Amid all the celebration, make time for you.
At Soft Surroundings we anticipate the holiday season with child-like delight. Beginning with the marvelous holiday of Thanksgiving, we enjoy the fellowship of family and friends, the warmth of togetherness, and come December, sharing gifts and delights with those we love and hold dear to our hearts. We [...]

All women face the challenge of aging, but you don’t have to face it unprepared. While nature is destined to run its course, there are certain steps you can take to slow the aging process and keep you looking youthfully radiant. From lifestyle tips to product recommendations, we’ve got the scoop on how to fight [...]

By Wei Young Brian, creator of Wei Beauty
Welcome to my dream to join the past with the future.
After moving to the USA from China to become an engineer, I couldn’t help but dream about starting my own beauty brand – one that would combine the ancient wisdom I had been taught as a little girl with [...]