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What's your guilty pleasure? Mine is weekly (or sometimes bi-weekly) blow-outs at hair salons in Ottawa. When I'm traveling to other cities, I always do my research and book hair appointments too, because I love getting my hair done. I like the reassurance of knowing no matter where I go, there's somewhere I can do my hair, and I love that we have a variety of great salons to visit in Ottawa, like the new Society Salon. Society Salon just celebrated their grand opening on Sparks Street to a full house, including members of Ottawa media, Mayor Jim Watson, fashionistas and bloggers (who are always rocking perfect hair!). This new salon is located at 167 Sparks Street, right downtown, and it's the perfect place to do your hair on your lunch break, if you work in the downtown core. It's so convenient for government workers looking for a great place to do their hair before, during, or after work. This full-service hair salon (with three cut and colour chairs, a...

Before having children I would always take time to do the things I loved, like doing my hair once a week at my favourite salon, going for monthly massages, and getting regular pedicures and manicures. It took a while after my children were born to get back into taking care of me again, but I have a pretty regular routine now where I take the time to do things for myself. A weekly blow-dry is a must! It's so important to take the time to unwind, and do something you love, just for you. Last week I was treated to a fabulous manicure at Synergy Spa in Orleans, which is just a short drive from my home. (This could get dangerous, you guys!) After my Shellac manicure, I received an awesome hand massage with Moroccan Oil hand cream which was totally relaxing... and smelled absolutely delicious. I was also able to stock up on some Aveda hair supplies I needed, too, because the shelves are full of fabulous Aveda and Moroccan Oil products.  Synergy Spa is in the east end of Otta...