For next week only Wahanda will be offering £20 beauty treatments in London, Manchester, Leeds and Birmingham for just £2!! so go treat yourself!!
POSTED BY CLARE ON 16 JULY 2010 AT 13:30
Botanicals rose & camellia range
It takes thirty organically-grown roses to produce just one drop of the precious essential oil used in Botanicals rose & camellia organic skin care range.
Botanicals rose & camellia skin care range has been specially created for it’s as anti-aging properties. It's suitable for normal, dry and mature skin, and is certified organic by the Soil Association. And earlier this year it was one of two Botanicals skin care products to win a coveted first prize at the European Natural and Organic Awards.
See www.botanicals.co.uk
POSTED BY CLARE ON 16 JULY 2010 AT 13:26
Emma Hardie's Plumping Serum
Emma Hardie, one of the UK’s pioneering facial specialists is
pleased to introduce her new Amazing Face Natural Lift and
Sculpt Skin Plumping Serum.
A firmer, relaxed, toned, smooth-looking skin with less pronounced lines can be achieved, making this serum a
daily ritual. Instant smoothing benefits prepare the skin for perfect make-up application every day.
“This invaluable plumping serum can be used daily, morning and night to give instant, deep hydration to the skin,”
says Emma, “Super light, this active skin drench allows deep and effective penetration of the highly active skin
repairing and regenerating ingredients.”
Naturally scented with an aromatic essential oil blend of Rose Geranium, Petitgrain and Lavender, the new Skin
Plumping Serum also contains potent botanical enzymes from Macca Root, which helps to visibly reduce the
appearance of wrinkles and increase skin luminosity and glow, Vitamin F, A, C and E help protect the skin from
environmental damage and Hyaluronic Acid ensures soft, hydrated skin.
Emma advises, “Try applying to the décolleté and the back of the hands before applying sunscreen to help combat
age spots, lines and wrinkles - apply five drops morning and night onto cleansed skin to the forehead, cheeks, jaw
line and neck. Tap the serum into the skin using light strokes of your fingertips until absorbed. The serum can be
applied to areas in need of TLC or ideal to replace as a moisturiser for oily skin.”
POSTED BY CLARE ON 18 JUNE 2010 AT 11:13
Clever professional hair care website, www.hair1direct.co.uk, has found the answer to 24/7 perfect hair. 26 top stylists have pooled their knowledge to create specially selected bundles of products, guaranteed to banish every girl’s hair care nightmares.
Favourites include the Swimming Bundle, the Festival Bundles – all five of them - the Shine, Shine, Shine Bundle, the Sun Protection Bundle, the Volume Bundle, the Ultimate Repair Bundle, the Ultimate Glamour Bundle, the Colour Save Bundle and the Silver and Grey Hair Bundle.
POSTED BY CLARE ON 11 JUNE 2010 AT 12:15
Clever professional hair care website, www.hair1direct.co.uk, has found the answer to 24/7 perfect hair. 26 top stylists have pooled their knowledge to create specially selected bundles of products, guaranteed to banish every girl’s hair care nightmares.
Favourites include the Swimming Bundle, the Festival Bundles – all five of them - the Shine, Shine, Shine Bundle, the Sun Protection Bundle, the Volume Bundle, the Ultimate Repair Bundle, the Ultimate Glamour Bundle, the Colour Save Bundle and the Silver and Grey Hair Bundle.
POSTED BY CLARE ON 11 JUNE 2010 AT 12:15
La Claree
La Clarée, the skincare range created by the son of Oliver Baussan who started the L’Occitane brand more than 30 years ago, has arrived in the UK and is now available from luxury retailers and beauty salons, including Urban Retreat at Harrods. Already adored by beauty insiders for delivering visible results, the natural and organic La Clarée products contain highly concentrated olive leaf extract, which is a hundred times more powerful than Echinacea for boosting immunity due to its high anti-oxidant properties and is the secret to radiant and youthful skin.
POSTED BY CLARE ON 11 JUNE 2010 AT 12:12
ARK Living Bath & Body Oil
ARK’s Home Aromatics range introduce their sensual, Living bath and body oil which can be used in the bath, shower or as a leave-on body oil. Elegantly designed and beautifully packaged, this bottle of therapeutic aromatherapy delight is quickly absorbed into the skin and envelops you in a cocoon of uplifting silkiness.
A zesty blend of Grapefruit, Orange, Bergamot, Lime mixed in with the herbal sweet scent of Lavender, a pulsating burst of Rosemary, Peppermint and Eucalyptus to create an air of vitality, refreshingly green and reassuringly positive. Vibrant, refreshing and positive, living bath and body oil will leave you feeling released, allowing your spirit to run free.
Living Bath & Body Oil, 100ml £24.00
POSTED BY CLARE ON 24 MAY 2010 AT 19:17
DKNY Be Delicious Fresh Blossom
for women is a light-hearted summer delight. Luscious fruit and delectable flowers, fused with sparkling grapefruit, cassis and sun-kissed apricot, compliments heart notes of sheer muguet and petal rose, wrapped in luminous jasmine. The smooth and sleek bottle is intensely feminine and fruity. DKNY Be Delicious Fresh blossom for women is the ultimate summer scent.
POSTED BY CLARE ON 22 MAY 2010 AT 19:10
Bio Oil - Half price at Lloyds Pharmacy
Bio-oil, the specialist skincare product that helps improve the appearance of scars, stretch marks and uneven skin tone, is available in-store and online through Lloydspharmacy at half price until 27 April 2010.
Its advanced formulation, which contains the breakthrough ingredient PurCellin Oil, also makes it highly effective for numerous other skin conditions, including ageing skin and dehydrated skin.
POSTED BY CLARE ON 22 APRIL 2010 AT 11:51
SALON STYLE COLOUR COMES HOME!
Hair-care giants Schwarzkopf have applied their professional expertise to formulate Palette, a collection of 12 permanent home hair colours derived from their very own professional formulas to provide sophisticated, rich hair colour without the salon price tag
Saying goodbye to grey hair, lacklustre locks and dull flat colour, Palette’s rich cream colour contains nourishing Macadamia oil and high quality colour pigments for luxurious, long-lasting coverage. Moisturising Macadamia oil ensures hair is protected and cared for throughout the colouring process, adding brilliant shine from root to tip.
Schwarzkopf’s Palette provides an enticing colour choice from glossy blondes and deep chocolate browns, to warm reds and lustrous blacks. And with it’s safe and easy to use application process, Palette is perfect for transforming tresses from dull to dazzling without the hassle of time-consuming and costly salon visits
For those who are a little apprehensive about home-hair colouring, Palette have also launched a fantastic website www.haircolourtips.co.uk with the help of twice British Colourist of the Year and stylist-to-the-stars Anita Cox-McMillan. The website provides expert advice, as well as step-by-step video guides with Anita, giving women the confidence to become their own colouristas!
POSTED BY CLARE ON 06 APRIL 2010 AT 11:43
A french kiss for nails at Boots
Ideal for weddings, parties, and other special occasions, Kiss are launching new solutions for long-lasting manicures, on shelves at Boots in April. For a quick touch-up of a French manicure, to apply nails in an instant without glue, or to achieve a more snug fit for those with smaller nail beds, Kiss have an affordable answer.
POSTED BY CLARE ON 31 MARCH 2010 AT 18:46
John Richmond's first perfume.
AN EAU DE PARFUM THAT IS DECISIVELY FEMININE, SEDUCTIVE AND MODERN
WITH AN EXTRAORDINARY "OLFACTIVE MAGNETISM".
THIS FRAGRANCE IS FOR A CREATIVE WOMAN THAT LOVES LIFE AND CHANGE
WHILE ALWAYS REMAINING UP TO DATE,A WOMAN THAT BOASTS AN EXTRAORDINARY "CHARACTER" THAT IS AS FRIENDLY AS IT IS SPIRITED.
JOHN RICHMOND IS FOR THE WOMAN THAT LIVES OUR TIMES WITH STYLE, THAT WANTS TO BE SENSUAL, SOPHISTICATED AND EXPRESS HER FEMININITY DAILY IN DIFFERENT WAYS, EVEN THROUGH HER CHOICE OF ACCESSORIES.
POSTED BY CLARE ON 31 MARCH 2010 AT 18:44
Pure Anada UK has launched!
Thinking of doing your own bridal makeup? visit www.pureanadauk.co.uk for inspiration with natural mineral cosmetics.
POSTED BY CLARE ON 30 MARCH 2010 AT 19:23
Purity Organic Skincare
Purity Organic Skincare launches a nationwide search for two brand ambassadors with beauty and brains to help spread the message of organic skincare.
Purity Organic Skincare really cares about the environment, and wants its customers to do the same. That’s why Purity has teemed up with Superdrug to find two brand ambassadors in the UK
We’re looking for real women with beauty and brains to help us spread the message of organic skincare. Our two winners will become Purity Brand Ambassadors, with the chance to star in Purity’s very first advertising campaign in Superdrug’s DARE magazine. You will also win a £250 Purity Organic Skincare goody bag full of our organic skincare treats!
TO ENTER
Simply buy a Purity Organic Skincare product of your choice at Superdrug to try the range and for proof of purchase. Scan your receipt and send it via email to purity@riverltd.co.uk along with the following:
Two photographs clearly showing your face, one must be natural and make-up free.
A paragraph explaining why you like Purity Organic Skincare products and why you think you would make a great Beauty and Brains ambassador.
POSTED BY CLARE ON 28 MARCH 2010 AT 17:03
He-Shi for Self Tanning!
Ireland’s leading self-tanning range He-Shi® congratulates their fan Christine Bleakley for waterskiing 22 miles in just 100 minutes and safely landing in France raising valuable funds for Sport Relief. A complete beginner, Christine triumphed over the gale-force winds and freezing water temperatures to complete the crossing. Well done Christine!
Christine’s self-tan of choice lands on UK shores this spring with a comprehensive range of easy-to-use face and body products designed to give a natural and hassle-free tan for both men and women. Fast becoming the No.1 authority in professional and consumer self tanning, He-Shi gives sun-kissed colour on contact with the skin so you can see where you go and there is no risk of unsightly streaking or tell-tale white patches.
POSTED BY CLARE ON 20 MARCH 2010 AT 13:19
Meaningful Beauty by Cindy Crawford
Meaningful Beauty® is an exclusive system developed by Cindy Crawford with leading skincare expert, and Cindy’s personal dermatologist, Dr. Jean-Louis Sebagh. This specially formulated age maintenance regime created by Dr. Sebagh leaves skin feeling soft and rejuvenated, helping to shield and protect it from environmental challenges, whilst diminishing skin redness, blotching and dry patches.
At the heart of the Meaningful Beauty® formula is an advanced antioxidant complex that contains a patented melon extract to help refresh tired skin. This special ingredient is naturally enriched with other skin revitalising ingredients such as coenzyme Q10, lipoic acid and minerals to revitalise skin for a more youthful-looking, radiant complexion.
This skin care range is perfect for any woman conscious about the visible signs of ageing and taking care of her skin. Used by Cindy as part of her daily beauty regime, the Meaningful Beauty® range is available in comprehensive kits or singular products so you can stock up on all your favourites.
Available exclusively from www.meaningfulbeauty.co.uk, the 5-piece 30-day Introductory Kit contains all the below products for just £29.99. The larger size 90-day Deluxe kit is £69.99.
POSTED BY CLARE ON 07 MARCH 2010 AT 14:29
Be a part of Jergens new online show!!
Do you have a strict routine when it comes to bodycare, or are you more of a slap and dash sort?
If the answer is YES to either of these questions and you’d like to take part in a real life bodycare MOT then the Jergens® Naturals Skincare Team would love to hear from you!
Head to www.jergens.co.uk/skinandbareit.asp to find out all the details and qualifications and to fill out the quick application form. We’d love to hear from you.
POSTED BY CLARE ON 07 MARCH 2010 AT 14:16
H&M new skincare range
H&M is launching its first ever range of skincare with certified organic ingredients in March. The range of everyday essentials includes shower gel, body scrub, body lotion, hand cream and lip balm, all of which are based on natural and organic ingredients and are certified by Ecocert. Fragrance c ombinations of raspberry and melon or lavender and mint. The shower gel contains the juice of organic apples, while apricot seeds are key ingredients in the body scrub. The lip-balm has the key organic ingredients of jojoba and beeswax, and all of the products are scented with natural perfumes derived from essential oils, sold in recyclable packaging. All the products are priced between £3.90 and £4.90.
POSTED BY CLARE ON 24 FEBRUARY 2010 AT 17:01
Zico Coconut Water
ZICO is 100% pure coconut water harvested from prime, hand picked young green Brazilian coconuts.
The natural flavour essences used to flavour ZICO mango and ZICO passion fruit are obtained from flowers not the fruits.ZICO contains five essential, naturally occurring, electrolytes, more potassium than a banana, low acidity, no fat, no added sugar and no cholesterol.
Coconut water is nature's 'isotonic' sports drink for the fit and healthy, it is also the ultimate natural health tonic when feeling under the weather
POSTED BY CLARE ON 18 FEBRUARY 2010 AT 15:37
John Frieda® Luxurious Volume
6.7 million women in the UK suffer from fine, flat or limp hair*.
The professionals behind the John Frieda® Collection are internationally renowned for creating truly glamorous, big and beautiful, A-List hair that makes headlines.
So for women who want stunning, red carpet hair the John Frieda® Collection brings you Luxurious Volume, a range of salon-inspired, innovative, hair thickening products that are proven to boost hair’s fullness by 73% transforming lifeless hair into full, thick and healthy-looking tresses that stays true to style all day long.
Now the professionals at John Frieda® want to take that look of luxurious volume one step further with a series of competitions this Valentines and Mothers day that will help you create glamorous, big and beautiful hair. Head to our new official Facebook fan page www.facebook.com/JohnFriedaUK, become a fan and get details on how you can enter our amazing Luxurious Volume competitions offering you the chance to win theatre tickets to Hairspray, John Frieda® salon haircuts and sets of John Frieda® Luxurious Volume products, making these the perfect prizes in the run up to Valentines and Mothers day for you or your loved one. Head to www.facebook.com/JohnFriedaUK to Enter NOW!.
POSTED BY CLARE ON 08 FEBRUARY 2010 AT 18:00
Wahanda MobDeals
For one week only, Wahanda will be issuing its MobDeal every day for an astounding £10! Each deal will be set at this price, making looking and feeling good ever more in our reach this February. Whether you want to shed those winter blues and leave grey days behind, or want to get some pampering in to look your best for Valentine’s day, Wahanda’s varied MobDeal will cater for all!
Make sure you sign up to Wahanda’s MobDeal daily alerts by visiting www.wahanda.com/mobdeal where you will find unbeatable deals from a wide range of London’s top health, wellbeing and grooming establishments. It’s too good to keep to yourself so start tweeting and tell everyone about this one week offer…
The Wahanda MobDeal creates a win-win situation for consumers and for spas, salons and fitness venues by guaranteeing a minimum number of new customers to these businesses. Best of all, Wahanda is giving something back– for every MobDeal purchase made, Wahanda will donate £1 to charity:water to continue supporting their great cause of bringing fresh water to communities.
See www.wahanda.com
POSTED BY CLARE ON 02 FEBRUARY 2010 AT 19:39
Heyland & Whittle Soaps
British soap merchant Heyland & Whittle has come up with the perfect gift for Valentine's Day 2010. These heart shaped soaps are prettily decorated with a single red rose and come in the cutest mini box. Each soap is hand –blended with essences of Rose, Palmarosa and Lavende The best things come in small boxes and this one won’t break the bank. £6.00 each, available from See www.heylandandwhittle.co.uk
POSTED BY CLARE ON 02 FEBRUARY 2010 AT 19:19
Pocket Rocket Tonic
If you're in need of a pick me up try one of these little gems! A tangy fast acting tonic which includes vitamin B12, antioxidant goji berry and caffeine. It's stiimulating without nasty sugary calories!
Check it out at www.pocketrocket.biz
POSTED BY CLARE ON 25 JANUARY 2010 AT 19:26
Liz Earle Detox Kit
Liz Earle has introduced a Detox Kit that includes popular products as well as the essential natural bristle brush. The brush is ideal for dry body brushing and can help to improve circulation while leaving skin softer and smoother. Energising Body Wash contains plant extracts, foaming agents from corn and coconut as well as eight pure essential oils. Energising Hip and Thigh Gel helps improve the appearance of the targeted areas. This scented body gel also helps to relieve puffy, swollen areas prone to fluid retention. The Detox kit is available nationwide at selected John Lewis stores and online priced at £20.00.
POSTED BY CLARE ON 14 JANUARY 2010 AT 15:59
Bobbi's Eye Brightener
Bobbi’s best-selling Eye Brightener, now in a NEW portable pen. With just a quick twist and a click - no need to pack a separate brush - you can apply this lightweight concealer to instantly brighten under-eye circles and refresh your makeup. It's available in eight shades so you'll be able to find your perfect match!
POSTED BY CLARE ON 08 JANUARY 2010 AT 20:54
ARK’s Home Aromatics Loving range
New, exclusive, sensual and sophisticated ARK’s Home Aromatics Loving range put’s love in the air through it’s unique combination of therapeutic aromatherapy oils. The aromas create an uplifting, loving and cosy ambiance in your home and the perfect excuse not to venture out on a grey and miserable February day. The range includes a romantic room spray, luxurious candle, room diffuser, sumptuous shower gel, bath & body oil and a beautifying body butter.
Using pure essential oils, the Loving range exudes a scent that is creamy-sweet, encapsulating the floral heart of Rose, Jasmine and Orange Flower with a hint of green and soft citrus notes in Mandarin, Lemon and Patchouli, peppered with Cinnamon, Clove and Bay spices. Precious woods and resins of Rosewood, Labdanum, Frankincense and Myrrh envelop you in an emotionally warming glow.
The luxurious Body Butter and Shower Gel will blanket you in a scent of fruits and flowers, adding a touch of romance to you and your bathroom. Take a soak in the bath with a Loving Candle alongside and combine with the soothing Loving Bath and Body Oil. This exotic oil can be used in the bath, shower or as a leave-on body oil allowing your body to sink deeper into relaxation with its sweet and mesmerizing aromas.
See www.arkskincare.com
POSTED BY CLARE ON 06 JANUARY 2010 AT 13:41
Happy New Year
With Christmas over and the new year started it's time to get booking your hair and makeup artists for your wedding!! Saturday booking go quickly and don't forgot unless you've having a late wedding we can normally only do one wedding a day. So don't delay, if you like an artist work get her/him booked. Good luck with your wedding plans.
POSTED BY CLARE ON 02 JANUARY 2010 AT 20:00
Relieve Tired, Partied out Feet with
Dance till dawn in sky high platforms this Christmas without the worry of waking up with painful, tired, aching feet… PainNoMore is the latest innovation designed to provide instant pain relief and sooth the skin.
This unique lotion is set to change the face of topical solutions for aches and pains- Coming in the form of a massage lotion and with a deep-heat type sensation, this unique combination of aloe vera (an effective anti-inflammatory and ideal to aid absorption) and collagen (ideal for protecting and repairing muscle, cartilage and bone and facilitating joint mobility) provides the perfect antidote to a host of complaints, including tired, aching, partied out feet!
With a diverse list of celeb athlete followers, Pure-Col has already made its mark as the leading sporting supplement for maintenance, protection and repair. And set to take the celebrity party scene by storm!
Packaged in a 100ml tube, this product is easily transportable, slipping into any bag. Simply apply a thin layer to where needed and gently massage until absorbed. This can be repeated up to six times a day if required. Use for a minimum of three months for effective and long-lasting results.
PainNoMore is priced £13.95 for one tub or £36 for 3 tubes. Visit www.LookAndHealth.com.
POSTED BY CLARE ON 02 DECEMBER 2009 AT 18:03
Something for the wedding tables
Weddings are wonderful celebrations and these Fink cards are ideal to help get your guests talking. There is no need to worry about your seating plan, you can banish awkward silences and get conversation flowing by placing a pack of our Wedding Edition cards on each table.
Questions like “How do you know the Bride & Groom?”, “What would be your ideal honeymoon destination?” and “Have you ever been a Bridesmaid or Page Boy?”, make this pack ideal for all ages – from your youngest to eldest guest.
23 Fun cards presented in a cardboard sleeve.
See www.finkcards.com
POSTED BY CLARE ON 02 DECEMBER 2009 AT 17:58
I want this for Christmas
Oh please Father Christmas, leave me the Bobbi Brown Deluxe Beauty Trunk under my tree!!!
Sure to be a favourite among industry insiders and Bobbi Brown devotees. This ultra luxurious beauty trunk is a refined and luxurious way to house and display your makeup. Interior features a mirror and several levels to organise beauty essentials, tools and skincare. Crafted in black plum faux-leather.
POSTED BY CLARE ON 02 DECEMBER 2009 AT 17:56
Vintage eyes
These little sets from Bourjois are wonderful and very reasonably at only £15 a set. They contain three eyeshadows -one grey smoky eye and the other for a brown smoky eye. The pots have the vintage designs which is everywhere at the moment. Truly adorable and the perfect gift for a makeup lover. Grab yours from ASOS, HQhair or House of Fraser.
POSTED BY CLARE ON 29 NOVEMBER 2009 AT 15:35
Ponds Party Season Essential
This party season there's one multi-tasking beauty essential that every girl needs to carry in her handbag, Ponds Cold Cream Cleanser.
Hiding all traces of the late night before, and revealing flawless, radiant skin the morning after, girls can rely on Pond's Cold Cream Cleanser to get through the Christmas party season looking beautiful. A bargain at £3.99.
POSTED BY CLARE ON 28 NOVEMBER 2009 AT 17:07
Renewed cleavage. Renewed confidence. New You.
The Cleavage SkinResponse Facial, Facial skincare products are rarely used from the neck down but it is just as important to look after the skin in this area because it is often exposed to the elements, especially sun damage, and can be susceptible to premature aging as a result. In fact, a crêpey décolleté can be more aging than wrinkles on your face. So ARK decided to treat the cleavage area to a facial, giving you a toned and radiant complexion right down to the bust.
The Cleavage SkinResponse Facial begins with an invigorating Loofah and Fruit Acid body exfoliation designed to slough off any dry or hardened skin and reveal a sleek and soft appearance. A soothing and conditioning oil is then massaged in to promote suppleness and elasticity of the skin.
The décolleté and bust area are then given a full facial, including masque application, using a draining and lifting massage to enhance circulation, eliminate toxins and help firm, hydrate and nourish the skin.
See www.arkskincare.com
POSTED BY CLARE ON 15 NOVEMBER 2009 AT 20:31
Peoplelovepresents.com
People Loves Presents are the insider’s guide to the best gifts on the web. Put simply they're a gift referral site but they don’t just suggest the usual obvious offerings, they hand pick the greatest items from the cream of online retailers across the web. Short cutting users through the web wasteland and directing them to tried and trusted gift solutions tailored to their specific requirements. You can search for gift ideas by recipient, occasion, age, relationship and importantly, price. Once you've found the perfect present for your budget and occasion you simply follow the link to an online store where you can buy it instantly from the comfort of their sofa or office desk. They hunt and showcase the latest UK and Irish merchants and are always on the look out for fabulous new ideas and homegrown products. If like me, you never have time to shop this could be the answer for xmas! See www.peoplelovepresents.com
POSTED BY CLARE ON 15 NOVEMBER 2009 AT 20:16
Chapped lips are no good for kissing!
Turn to Dr Bronner’s magic organic balms!
Not content with only magic soaps, the leading light in all things organic, Dr Bronner's now bestows upon us their new, utterly delectable and certified organic Magic Lip Balms and Body Balms. Scented using only Fair trade organic essential oils and containing no synthetic ingredients or preservatives these make a perfect natural skin treat.
This mouth-watering range of 100% Organic Lip Balms (RRP £2.95) comes in a variety of sumptuous flavours including Peppermint, Lemon Lime, Orange Ginger, and Naked. All contain jojoba and hemp oil moisturisers which are then locked in with beeswax to rejuvenate tired, chapped lips leaving them silky soft and smooth. The natural ingredients melt into the delicate skin from the very first application protecting lips from the elements and helping them to stay feeling fabulous, looking healthy and smelling beautiful.
POSTED BY CLARE ON 11 NOVEMBER 2009 AT 20:59
Wahanda Pamper Days
We all work hard and sometimes we deserve a pamper day!
Whether you’re looking to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life or you’re looking to get together with the girls – pamper days are the ideal solution for a bit of relaxation and beautifying.
Visit www.wahanda.comto see the latest pamper day offers!
POSTED BY CLARE ON 29 OCTOBER 2009 AT 14:50
Scarlett & Crimson
Ruby & Millie have a very successful makeup range at Boots. They've now launched products aimed at the 16+ market. They have named their teen range Scarlett & Crimson, and teamed up with the fiction books, to create products based around those characters. They've kept the ethos of rock music, butterflies and skulls in the packaging. The idea is to offer younger kids products that will enhance rather than disguise their natural skintones, so rather than heavy foundations and thick pigments the range combines mineralized shadows and glittery eyeliner.
This is the perfect Christmas gift for any teenage girl!
POSTED BY CLARE ON 25 OCTOBER 2009 AT 16:13
Biore Pore Perfect
Do you suffer from blackheads? Biore has produced a new formula for their facial deep cleansing pore strips and it works!!!
There really easy to use, cleanse your face and wet area the strip will be added too. Peel off the plastic and stick to face. Leave for 10 to 15 mins then removed. Hey presto your blackheads have been removed!
If you're a Twitter fab see twitter.com/dirtylsecret where Biore is aiming to encourage conversation on beauty know how and share in the sometimes embarrassing task of maintaining a clear complexion.
POSTED BY CLARE ON 15 OCTOBER 2009 AT 13:16
Nutriganics™ from Body Shop
This new affordable range of skincare from Body Shop contains community trade organic babassu oil from Brazil which softens, smoothes and revitalises the skin. The Nutriganics™ Smoothing Serum, is a light, moisturising serum which softens and revitalise your skin. Proven to smooth skin and improve suppleness which is just whats needed going into winter.
POSTED BY CLARE ON 15 OCTOBER 2009 AT 13:02
New Double Twist Mascara from Revlon
For massive volume and remarkable definition, you need DoubleTwist Mascara. It has a revolutionary 2-in-1 brush which thickening brush and separating combs means your lashes will have the ultimate look!
Available in 4 shades, including a new signature Revlon® shade, Blackened Ruby.
Also available in waterproof formula.
POSTED BY CLARE ON 15 OCTOBER 2009 AT 12:56
Mama Mio Boob Tube
Girls, let's face the facts, our boobs are on a slippery slope heading south. People say the first place you can tell a woman's age is her hands. Forget about it – it's your décolletage. This vulnerable skin is exposed daily to sun, gravity and inspection and it needs protecting! Use Boob Tube daily to fight sag and droop by improving skin's strength and elasticity. It gives you a more beautifully textured, well toned neck and bustline. Boob Tube has become our best-selling sensation which means there will be a lot of gorgeous cleavage out there, thanks to Boob Tube!
POSTED BY CLARE ON 01 OCTOBER 2009 AT 11:07
Power Berry Daily Moisture
New from Neal's Yard, this lightweight, easily absorbed daily moisturising lotion containing antioxidant-rich acai, bilberry, goji berry and rosehip, supports the skin with hyaluronic acid to boost skin moisture levels, whilst a synergistic combination of buddleia and thyme, containing antioxidant flavonoids, and anti-inflammatory saponins and triterpenoids, acts as an anti pollutant to help combat ‘city stress’ and promote skin radiance and vitality.
POSTED BY CLARE ON 01 OCTOBER 2009 AT 11:04
Benefit Bad Gal Lash Plum
Now the last days of summer are coming to a close, I've been looking at my winter wardrobe and spotted this little gem. Bad Gal Lash in Plum is the perfect colour to companion your darker clothes for this time of year. Really good if you've got blue eyes!
POSTED BY CLARE ON 15 SEPTEMBER 2009 AT 16:20
Accessorize Signature Fragrance
I love shopping in Accessorize so I was very pleased to hear they're launching a perfume for Autumn. Created by Azzi Glasser, a London based perfume designer of new custom blends and
ready to wear fragrances, the Accessorize signature fragrance takes its inspiration from
Kitagawa Utamaro, the Japanese ancient artist, and is a sophisticated fresh floral
fragrance with an oriental twist.
Combining the essence of delicate Cherry Blossom as it blooms, with the clear, fresh
waters of the East, this beautifully composed fragrance lifts off with sparkling top notes of
Bergamot, Orange Flower Water, Lychee Skin and Mandarin Blossom. At the heart
Jasmine, Cherry Blossom Petals, Peony Flower, Cassis, Violet and Rose Absolute rest on a
sultry blend of Crystal Musk, Vanilla Flower and lingering notes of Creamy Amber.
Accessorize Eau de Toilette is priced at £17.50 for 50ml and will be available from
Accessorize stores and online at www.accessorize.com
POSTED BY CLARE ON 14 SEPTEMBER 2009 AT 17:56
The Closet Bureau
If you're in need to rise cash for your wedding and have hoads of clothes in your wardrobe then 'The Closet Bureau' may have the answer! They take over all the tedious process of selling designer items on eBay for fashionistas, shopping addicts, unseasoned shoppers and everyone else who loves clothes but doesn't have the time, confidence or technical savoir faire to sell items they no longer want or need themselves - and make a neat profit from those bits and pieces that are clogging up the closet.
If your items are particularly special they have a list of private clients that we provide exclusive trunk shows for to further your selling potential even more so!
Whether you want to declutter your wardrobe to make room for the new season, sell an unwanted gift, or generate some extra cash from clothes that you'll never wear again, The Closet Bureau can help.
See www.theclosetbureau.com
POSTED BY CLARE ON 14 SEPTEMBER 2009 AT 17:28
Fairy Jane Tiara's
Looking for something a little different? Fairy Jane Tiaras was launched in 2006 to create bespoke, handcrafted Tiaras, Crystal Fascinators and Hair Accessories for weddings and special occassion wear. All of the designs are handmade by Jane and are created from Silver Plated or Gold Plated wire and Swarovski Crystals, Pearls and Freshwater Pearls. Each commission is designed personally to meet your individual requirements, drawing on elements of your outfit or wedding dress, your colour scheme or setting, a truly unique Tiara will be created to reflect your own style.See www.fairyjanetiaras.co.uk
POSTED BY CLARE ON 14 SEPTEMBER 2009 AT 17:15
Elizabeth’s Daughter Skincare
Elizabeth Hallett, founder of Elizabeth’s Daughter, has suffered with skin problems since her teenage years. Over the years, she struggled to find products to suit her skin, which had been made more sensitive by the assorted, so-called cure-all products and treatments which had promised, but never delivered, blemish-free skin. Not wishing her own teenage daughter to experience the same distressing experiences, Elizabeth set out to create a premium and natural skincare range providing beautiful, gentle and effective care designed for young girls. The range has also proved popular with sensitive-skinned grown-ups.
All products are formulated using a high level of natural ingredients – on average 95% - including vitamins, minerals and proteins. The formulas do not contain parabens, sulphates or petrochemicals which can be irritants. Using both innovative and well-trusted ingredients sourced from all over the globe with respect for their environments, the products are tested on willing humans never on animals.
POSTED BY CLARE ON 03 SEPTEMBER 2009 AT 19:51
Famous by Sue Moxley
POSTED BY CLARE ON 03 SEPTEMBER 2009 AT 19:46
Get the look - Making Waves by Andrew Barton
Step One
Apply a frizz control cream to wet hair (Andrew Barton Frizz Tamer Styling Cream £3.89) then blow dry hair smooth using a paddle brush.
Step Two
Separate the hair into two sections – one underneath and one upper section on top of the head. Spray the hair with a heat protection spray (Andrew Barton The Straight Answer Heat Protection Spray £3.89) until evenly coated.
Step Three
Randomly take lengths of hair and hold at the root. Using the Andrew Barton Making Waves triple barrel waver clamp the hair and hold for six seconds. Move down the length of the hair to the ends.
For added volume start clamping from the root or for a more natural rippled effect, clamp from the mid-section down.
Step Four
Gently unravel the waves using the fingers for a Gisele styled bed head finish, brush through the waves for a less structured loose wave or leave ravelled for a smooth defined wave. Finish with a polishing serum (Andrew Barton Gloss Boss Shine Serum, £4.84) on the mid to ends of the hair.
Making Waves (£30) exclusive to Argos from the end of July 2009
POSTED BY CLARE ON 04 AUGUST 2009 AT 17:03
GET SEXY SALON HAIRSTYLES EVERYTIME
Think Andrew Barton – think gorgeous, sexy looking hair! He knows
the psychological value great looking, shiny happy hair has on a woman’s confidence and how great hair can be life changing. Whether he’s working with ultra chic celebs like Kylie or Elle Macpherson or doing a makeover on Channel 4’s award winning 10
Years Younger, he believes that great tools are the key to creating any great style.
Which is why the man known as the ‘TV’s favourite hairdresser’ has
launched his first collection of hair appliances – designed to deliver a
salon-styled hair makeover with ease every time.
The collection includes four fabulous no-nonsense tools - a high performance dryer, triple barrel waver, high
heat straightener and a big barrelled curling tong designed to create shiny, glamorous, sexy new looks and a
salon finish at home. Functional yet fun, the four products; Blown Away, Making Waves, Straight Answer and I Love Curls, are styled in sleek black and neon, ensuring your dressing table is as on trend as
your hair. Available from Argos.
POSTED BY CLARE ON 04 AUGUST 2009 AT 16:59
Summer Hair Heroes
Which of the following statements best describes your hair? Frizzy and Chaotic? Thirsty and Dry? Lacking Confidence and Volume? Oily and Confused? Coloured? or simply Normal? Whatever your hair’s
needs this summer, TOMMYGUNS Hair Heroes can meet them. TOMMYGUNS salon & nature inspired haircare keeps
your hair protected from the damaging effects of the sun, in super condition and helps you to create the latest styles. Available at Waitrose, John Lewis, Tesco Extra and tommygunshaircare.com
POSTED BY CLARE ON 29 JULY 2009 AT 09:26
Queen of Shaves
The new Azure system razor from King of Shaves Woman. Pure in form, effortless in function and designed without compromise, Azure sets the gold standard in shaving. The Azure is designed to be light, easy to hold and use. The head of the razor flexes to follow the contours of your body, whilst gently pressing the blades onto the skin to deliver a super close, comfortable, silky smooth shave. The Azure has been designed to be made with minimal energy using as few components as possible making it kinder to the planet too.
POSTED BY CLARE ON 24 JULY 2009 AT 16:10
New Bronzing Rocks from St Tropez
These new shimmering Bronzing Rocks provide the perfect finish to your St. Tropez tan. Simply dust over the face and decolletage for a hint of colour.
These Bronzing Rocks can be used in a number of ways - dip a bronzing brush into the rocks and gently swirl around to gather powder on the brush, then apply to the forehead, bridge of nose, cheeks and decolletage for a bronzed and glowing look.
You can also pick up the rocks with your fingers and apply as an eye shadow or even on the lips with a clear gloss - how easy is that!
POSTED BY CLARE ON 16 JULY 2009 AT 09:57
Purity Organic Skincare
Purity Organic Skincare launched exclusively in 400 Superdrug stores nationwide in June 2009 - the
company’s first ever certified organic skincare range. All products are fragrance-free and suitable for sensitive skin. Purity Organic Skincare is an affordable range that can be used everyday, redressing the “elitist” barrier often associated with organic skincare brands.
Products range from £4.99 to £8.99 but are currently on offer with 20% off.
POSTED BY CLARE ON 16 JULY 2009 AT 09:53
Orissa Mineral Makeup for Darker Skintones
Hand made in the UK using natural minerals, ‘Orissa Cosmetics’ is specially developed for ethnic women with darker skin tones.
Founding directors Bhimal Hira and Mona Parekh state that “women with dark skin tones are not being adequately catered for by the mainstream beauty industry, leaving many ethnic women using makeup product’s that does not suite their skin type”.
The Orissa range includes carefully selected shades of foundations, blushers, bronzers and eye shadows that dramatically enhance and perfectly match darker skin tones.
What’s more, the entire range is hand made using crushed natural earth minerals that is easy to apply, allows skin to breath throughout the day, does not require constant re-application, has a natural UVA/UVB protection (SPF 15- 20) and is highly water and humid resistant.
See www.orissacosmetics.co.uk
POSTED BY CLARE ON 16 JULY 2009 AT 09:45
Andrea Garland - Reduce, Reuse and Recycle
I'm a huge fan of recycling and my car is permanently full of cardboard and bottles to drop off to the local recycling centre. So I think Andrea's idea of using old tins for lip balms is just wonderful.
Above is vintage onyx pill box filled with lovely Organic Lip balm - a unique and novel way to store this vital beauty necessity. This lip balm is 100% natural, made with skin softening Cocoa Butter, Sweet Almond Oil, Vitamin E, Beeswax and essential oils of Lime, Lavender and Benzoin...a natural, protective, non drying, gentle treat for the lips.
See www.andreagarland.co.uk/
POSTED BY CLARE ON 08 JULY 2009 AT 19:52
Revlon Colorstay - Testing at a Wedding
Wearing a beautiful Navy LK Bennett dress, my friend Joti wore Revlon Colorstay in 'Top Tomato' to ger friends wedding, while I stayed in to look after her baby. 7 hours later she arrived home with lipstick still intacted even after drinking, eating and all the bridal champagne toasts! Another thumbs up for Colorstay.
POSTED BY CLARE ON 25 JUNE 2009 AT 13:56
Shimmer Block from Bobbi Brown
Bobbi's new, limited edition Shimmer Brick for Body is finally here to create summertime head-to-toe glamour! Lightweight, silky powder can be used on arms, legs, décolleté, or anywhere you want to glow. The deluxe oversized compact features three shimmering bars of colour. Available for a limited time only so rush to those counters. £
POSTED BY CLARE ON 25 JUNE 2009 AT 13:48
Revlon Colorstay - Testing!
I've just received 3 Revlon Colorstay Ultimate to test, Number 1 Nude, Stellar Sunrise and Premium Pink all very flattering shades. My first test is the pink and I've just eaten lunch and my lips look and same!! I'll keep you posted.
POSTED BY CLARE ON 19 JUNE 2009 AT 14:21
New Ultimate Liquid Lipstick from Revlon
Fancy yourself as a beauty buff? Revlon UK are looking for all budding beauty experts to review and blog about their new, and the industry’s only one step, food proof lipstick. The winner will become the Official Online Beauty Reviewer for Revlon Ultimate Liquid Lipstick in the UK along with winning £500 worth of Revlon makeup. 5 runners up will each receive a gorgeous gift pack of Revlon goodies worth £100. You are able to get a full size product to review and enter the competition by checking out www.revlonultimate.co.uk from tomorrow and applying for one (while stocks last).
POSTED BY CLARE ON 18 JUNE 2009 AT 19:37
Jergens - Spinning Machine
I've been using Jergens for the last few months and love the stuff! they've just launched a spinning machine on there website to win prizes including spa break, Ray Ban glasses and lovely Jergens Naturals products! You get 5 chances a day and I'll be spinning until I win!!
See www.jergens.co.uk/spinning-machine.htm
POSTED BY CLARE ON 18 JUNE 2009 AT 14:33
Sun-kissed holiday hair all year round!
Thanks to the John Frieda® hair care professionals blondes – colour treated and natural – can now re-create that holiday hair sparkle and achieve a natural-looking sun-kissed blonde whatever the time of year… New John Frieda® Sheer Blonde® go blonder products are a truly pioneering hair care innovation that gradually lightens blonde hair to reveal a natural-looking lighter blonde colour. The ground-breaking, first-to-market go blonder shampoo and conditioning system contains a lightening complex of citrus and chamomile to enable blondes to gradually achieve a subtle all-over lightening effect for shimmering, natural-looking colour.
“Blondes simply love being blonde”, says Nicola Clarke, Creative Colour Director for the John Frieda® brands, whose celebrity blonde clients include Scarlet Johansson, Kate Moss and Madonna. “I’m constantly asked by blonde clients to replicate the sun-kissed shade their hair goes when they are on holiday. It seems blondes always want to be that little bit blonder but still retain a natural look. go blonder products are perfect for achieving a gradual sparkly blonde– something you’ve never been able to achieve from a shampoo or conditioning product before”.
POSTED BY CLARE ON 15 JUNE 2009 AT 20:52
Make your own Tiara at Bijoux Beads
This very special class is aimed at 'Brides to Be' who want to make their own special wedding day jewellery. Their expert teachers will help you decide on jewellery to match your colour schemes and will advise on what beads to use and then will teach techniques to create the perfect wedding day jewellery. Tutors will give guidance where needed and you will be shown wirework techniques and how to use the pliers and wire to make that individual piece of jewellery or tiara.
A consulation will be needed beforehand and they aim to have no more that four brides in at a time so they can give you as much help and advice as you need. Further sessions can be booked until the projects are complete.
Full Day £100.00
Half Days £55.00
See www.bijouxbeads.co.uk
POSTED BY CLARE ON 03 JUNE 2009 AT 16:54
Your Organics - Eye & Lip Lift
I was sent this a month ago to review. I've been using it every day since and can truly say I like it! For £4.99 which is just a fab price for an organic product, it smooths the under eye area very well.
Just use your ring finger and pat a small amount of Eye & Lip Lift around the orbital bone (surrounding the eye) and the corners of the mouth for a smoother effect. Available from Lloyds Pharmacy.
POSTED BY CLARE ON 18 MAY 2009 AT 16:26
New Blush from Lily Lolo
6 new shades of mineral blusher from Lily Lolo - Cherry Blossom, Clementine, Sweet Fig, Sugar 'n'Spice, Ooh Laa Laa and my favourite Candy Girl which is a lovely shimmery pale pink, perfect for a girly beach look.
See www.lilylolo.co.uk
POSTED BY CLARE ON 13 MAY 2009 AT 16:39
Liz Earle Detox Kit
Liz Earle has introduced a Detox Kit that includes popular products as well as the essential natural bristle brush. The brush is ideal for dry body brushing and can help to improve circulation while leaving skin softer and smoother. Energising Body Wash contains plant extracts, foaming agents from corn and coconut as well as eight pure essential oils. Energising Hip and Thigh Gel helps improve the appearance of the targeted areas. This scented body gel also helps to relieve puffy, swollen areas prone to fluid retention. The Detox kit is available nationwide at selected John Lewis stores and online priced at £20.00.
POSTED BY CLARE ON 14 JANUARY 2009 AT 15:59
NEW High Impact Lip Colour SPF15 from Clinique
An ultra-moisturising, long wearing lipstick forumula that protects lips with SPF15 sun protection. It's claimed it lasts up to 8 hours!
Available in 20 shades and if you're quick you can pick up a free High Impact Mascara sample.
POSTED BY CLARE ON 08 AUGUST 2008 AT 10:20
Taxi!!!!
Designed and developed in the UK, Taxi London is inspired by the swinging 60's, Taxi London is ‘make up on the move’. The range is aimed at fitting in with your fast paced, hectic lifestyle and has simple combinations of products and ingenious packaging to help you speed up your beauty routine.
With shades named after London destinations, there’s something for everyone…
See www.taxicosmetics.com
