Beauty

There may be stubble ahead

It's the kind of news men may have to take on the chin - more than half of women use their partner's razor to shave their armpits, legs and even bikini lines. And a third of them will even lie about it to avoid a close shave in the bathroom with their loved one. For millions, covering up the truth is not a deception but simply a way to avoid a bit of domestic strife, according to the research from shaving expert Wilkinson Sword.

Toni&Guy bring style to the city of Birmingham

The ultimate fashion accessory – fabulous hair - is something that has become synonymous with Toni&Guy. With a reputation as industry leaders, their fashion–led, cutting edge style is exactly what made them the obvious choice as ‘Official Haircare Sponsors’ of the first ever ‘Style in the City’ which took place in Birmingham during 3 – 6 April 2008.

Victoria Beckham's natural beauty secret

Victoria Beckham is shunning botox injections and opting instead for a natural wrinkle buster - Himalayan goji berries. The Spice Girl has reportedly told friends she doesn't want to have a frozen face like the rest of Hollywood, and has been munching on the exotic berry to smooth out her skin. Goji berries contain linoleic acid, an essential fat that plumps up the skin and makes it look smoother and younger, and they contain 500 times more vitamin C than oranges* - the ultimate natural de-wrinkler!

Is botox a risky business in the UK?

There should be a real concern in the UK over the standard of medical care in the Cosmetic Surgery industry. Unlike the rest of Europe, the UK doesn't regulate Cosmetic Surgery.

Lily Allen’s blonde moment – How to get it right

Lily Allen’s new colour is more yellow than blonde, and it’s a problem that most people will face when trying to get from black to blonde. London Hairdresser of the Year Karine Jackson is an expert colourist and says: “Going blonde from a colour as dark as Lily’s is no easy task, even for the most experience colourist. If your hair is already coloured, it may not be possible to get the desired result in one go so it could be better to go for an in-between colour that you like to help bridge the gap.”

Did hair loss treatment cause Tony’s health scare?

Tony Blair’s highly-publicised heart scare in 2003 may have been caused by the hair loss medicine known as minoxidil. This claim was made in a new book called ‘In Sickness And In Power: Illness in Heads of Government During the Last 100 Years’ written by Lord David Owen, doctor and Foreign Secretary in the Labour Government in the late seventies.

Late night hair repair

Working long hours is no longer an excuse to neglect your tresses as essensuals Covent Garden introduce new opening hours that cater to early birds and night owls. With attention paid to every conceivable detail the essensuals Covent Garden team have created an urban chic oasis at the salon where clients can enjoy the ultimate essensuals experience.

Celebrity stylist tells you how to get the look

Since finishing work on Sex & The City: The Movie, where she headed up the hair department for the LA leg of filming, session stylist Tara Smith has been busy with various celebrity clients for shoots and events prior to starting on a new film with Demi Moore in April.

Errol Douglas gives Kelly Rowland the blunt cut

Celeb hairstylist Errol Douglas MBE has been working his magic on Destiny’s Child star Kelly Rowland today after she visited his salon for a new style. British Hairdresser nominee Errol, specializes in both European and Afro hair and is the current Afro Hairdresser of the Year.

Estee Lauder launches Double Wear Light make-up online

The new Double Wear Light Stay-in-Place Makeup SPF10 has been formulated to provide a sheer version of the no.1 selling liquid foundation from Estee Lauder, Double Wear. Available exclusively online in a 3-week preview from 10th March, the Double Wear Light is a liquid foundation that has been formulated to glide on fast, comfortably and evenly for a naturally-sheer, flawless finish that lasts all day – up to 15 hours without fading or transferring – no matter how active the wearer or humid the weather.

Rae Palmer Hairdressing – The colour powerhouse

Colour powerhouse Rae Palmer Hairdressing is today celebrating the news that they have reached the Western Regional Finals of the L’Oreal Colour Trophy, the UK’s leading catwalk hair competition.

Colourful success for London Hairdresser of the Year

Leading London salon Karine Jackson Hair & Beauty is celebrating reaching the finals in two prestigious awards. Karine herself is a national finalist at the GHD Awards, while protégé Simon Hall has qualified for the London Regional Finals of the L’Oreal Colour Trophy with the gorgeous bobbed image above.