We pride ourselves on being hard to please.

After all, testing dozens of products daily requires a discerning eye -- and complexion.

We've suffered from many an allergic reaction or breakout, all to prove that we take being your guide to beauty oh-so-seriously. And with the sudden saturation of mineral makeup brands on the market, we were looking forward to cutting through the clutter and separating the mineral makeup darlings from the duds. But something strange happened: we found most of the mineral makeup brands we tested to be exceptionally good. Sure, some were fabulous while others were just great, but only a few were awful.

It turns out, there's a lot to love about mineral makeup.

"European estheticians do it better."

For years, this rumor has quietly circulated amongst the most devout beauty followers. It's been whispered woman to woman at high end boutiques and neighborhood grocers.

Intrigued and determined to test this "beauty legend," I headed to Olga's Day Spa on Randolph Avenue to see if indeed its Eastern European proprietor, Olga Zobkiv, and her expert staff could work magic on my weather-worn body.

Think of it as March Spa Madness. Your man may be glued to the NBA finals, getting his fill of spectating, but you're more of a hands on girl, so head to Blueberry Moon and get your fill of spa-ing.

Your "Final Four" are all priced right at just $69; opt for the Truly Green Botanical Facial (usually $125), Truly Green 60 Minute Massage (usually $100), Truly Green Awakening Mani & Pedi (usually $110) and/or the Truly Green Botanical Back Facial (usually $125).

Special pricing expires March 31, 2009. See printable Savings Invitation for details.

Blueberry Moon, an Aveda Lifestyle SalonSpa is located at 2108 N. Halsted, Chicago, IL 60614. Phone: (773) 529-3333

Damsel Beauty Lounge is a girlfriend´s gathering place designed and dedicated to girls of all ages who want to pamper themselves in an upbeat, playful and immaculate spa environment.

All women are welcome from the Friday Night Girls' Night Out cocktail crew to precious princess parties for the little ones. Damsel even serves up teen and pre-teen services as all pampering is created equal.

Take advantage of Damsel In Distress Tuesdays and Thursdays and save 50% off all services at Damsel Beauty Lounge with the printable Savings Invitation.

Damsel Beauty Lounge is located at 10 S. First Avenue, St. Charles, IL 60174. Phone: (630) 444-0303