Beauty
The new spa superpower
The Good Spa Guide, the independent guide to UK spas and treatments, has partnered with leading online travel and leisure retailer lastminute.com to take the online spa bookings market by storm.
Becks and Kylie voted kissing king & queen
Pop princess Kylie Minogue beat ‘queen in waiting’ Kate Middleton to crowning glory in a recent celebrity snogging survey commissioned by Phyto Shield (the totally natural toothpaste).
Young women still ignoring perils of the sun
Having a tanned body is one of women’s biggest priorities even before they go on holiday, according to a recent survey by Laserase Northwest, the only purpose built laser clinic in the country. The survey of 100 women aged between 18 and 65 carried out by the skincare specialists found that despite warnings of skin cancer almost two thirds of the 18 – 35 year age group still risked skin damage by using sun beds before they went away.
A celebrity stylist at the click of a button
Following the launch party for her products in July, attended by the likes of Natalie Imbruglia, Rosario Dawson, Yasmin Le Bon, June Sarpong, Mel Blatt, and Lisa B, celebrity stylist Tara Smith has been back in LA to work on Demi Moore’s directorial debut, a short film called Streak.
No7 - The new ‘Face’ of London Fashion Week
A new ‘face’ is set to take centre stage at London Fashion Week this September as No7 announces the make up sponsorship for top designer Osman Yousefzada’s show. The brand, spearheaded by celebrity make up artist and No7 creative director Lisa Eldridge, is set to rock the catwalk using the latest skincare and make-up products from the collection.
Kick start your beauty regime with luscious legs
A new survey reveals that over 60% of us dislike our legs and would prefer to have the limbs of Kylie Minogue, Kate Moss, Elle MacPherson or Victoria Beckham. Research carried out by Arnicare shows that just 3% of us think of our legs during our beauty regime, and this may explain why only 7% of women are proud of their pins.
Low cost extensions to help beauty queens beat the credit crunch
Ann-Marie Atkinson is West Row's hair extensions guru, and has travelled the UK as part of Racoon's Art Team working on fashion shows and photoshoots. She loves the versatility of the new partial extensions and temporary wefts, ideal for anyone who wants extensions without the commitment.
Could this be the ultimate hairdryer?
Through extensive research and development, hair electrical tools giant BaByliss PRO has taken the hugely popular GTIonic Dryer to an unprecedented new level. Introducing the new GTIonic II – exceptional drying power with unbeatable results. This 2000W dryer is not only powerful but is 25% more compact and has 22% more drying power giving you more control and flexibility to style as you wish.
Health experts point the accusing finger at nail bars
Nail bars in the UK are risking the health of their customers by using a range of unregulated, harmful chemicals. Now one of the UK’s leading nail care specialists and a group of MP’s are calling for all nail bars to be forced to be controlled more effectively before it is too late.
Patrick Cameron launches beautiful hair accessories
Renowned as the global expert on long hair dressing, Patrick Cameron has launched a range of beautiful hair accessories, which are perfect for adding the finishing touches to party, bridal or any special occasion hair.
Olympic beauty
The lives of Olympian Paula Radcliffe and actress Demi Moore seem world’s apart, but as Paula prepares for the Olympic marathon, and Demi for the launch of two new films (Happy Tears and Bunraku) the two stars both have the same Aboriginal remedy to partly thank for their success.
Brits brace themselves for a straighter smile in just six months
A UK dentist now offers a new procedure that knocks years off treatment time, and halves cost. Having teeth like Tom Cruise in just six months is not Mission Impossible, thanks to the latest dental treatment available in the UK.
Fabulous at 50
With Madonna fast approaching her half century birthday on 16th August, she proves it is possible to still look fabulous at 50! Madonna’s youthful looks have allegedly been recently assisted by the hand of a cosmetic surgeon in preparation for hitting this landmark in her life. Whether this is true or not, Madonna has certainly set the standard for 50 year olds everywhere.
Michael Barnes up for Avant-Garde Hairdresser of the Year
Celeb hairdresser Michael Barnes, who has tended the long locks of Keira Knightley and Lily Cole among others, is a finalist for the Avant-Garde Hairdresser of the Year category in the British Hairdressing Awards. Michael is a guru when it comes to long hair and hair-ups - Tatler magazine named him in their recent top London blow dries for long hair, and brides flock from far around for their dream wedding up-do’s.
Rae Palmer shortlisted for top 3 national hairdressing awards
Rae Palmer is proud to announce that her South Coast salon has been shortlisted for HAIR Magazine’s prestigious consumer Awards for the third consecutive year - while Rae herself is a finalist in the British Hairdressing Business Awards (Innovation category) and the UK’s most coveted hair competition – the British Hairdressing Awards – for Southern Hairdresser of the Year. Rae Palmer Hairdressing has been named as one of the UK’s top 4 salons, and will compete in the Best Local Salon category at the HAIR awards on September 23.