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BEAUTY GURU: Jeff Murad of Murad Skincare – Interview

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It’s a Family Affair! As the son of one of the world’s most renowned skincare specialists, Dr Howard Murad, Jeff Murad has grown up around the business of skin science. His father started his career as a dermatologist but began experimenting with his own skincare formulations in response to his patients’ needs and – being completely hands on – he practised what he preached and … [Read more...]

Midweek Indulgence: CACI Ultimate Anti-Ageing Facial

CACI Facial

CACI facials have been around for 25 years now, which is a definite testament to their effectiveness. With ever-youthful fans such as Madonna and Cliff Richard, the results are available for all to see. This is a result driven facial so don’t go in expecting to chill out for the duration of your treatment. The point behind this is to re-educate the muscles of the face to give you a non … [Read more...]

PRODUCT FOCUS: Vichy Normaderm Hyaluspot Spot Treatment – Review

Vichy Normaderm Hyulaspot

When I was asked to test this spot treatment product I immediately wondered how I was going to manage it as my skin was completely blemish-free at the time. But then, like clockwork I developed a red throbbing painful pimple on my temple and another one on the left hand side of my jawline. I wasn’t sure whether to curse the skin gods or praise them for landing this product in my lap so I decided … [Read more...]

PRODUCT FOCUS: Ziaja Rose Butter Moisturising Day Cream – Review

Ziaja Rose Butter Moisturising Day Cream

I am a big fan of rose extracts and oils as an ingredient in beauty products and I had heard great things about Ziaja, a Polish company producing skin and hair care products based on natural ingredients. Therefore I was very excited to try this out and it didn’t disappoint. The simple packaging belies the lovely product within. The first thing that strikes you is the beautiful scent. If you … [Read more...]

PRODUCT FOCUS: Gillette Venus and Olay Razor – Review

Gillette Venus and Olay

A recent survey revealed that shaving our legs is most women’s lease favourite beauty chore. It’s not hard to see why. Shaving is a harsh procedure that drags the skin and can be very drying. And who hasn’t suffered those annoying little nicks that look tiny but bleed for what seems like forever! Like everything, your choice of tool can affect your experience and, handy as they may be, … [Read more...]

MIDWEEK INDULGENCE: VelaShape II Tried and Tested – Review

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Over the years I have witnessed the introduction of dozens of toning and slimming salon treatments. Some of them literally eliminate excess fluid meaning that almost as soon as you have a glass of water you fill out again, while the ones that promise to tone are usually only effective when used in conjunction with diet and exercise. That is why I was very surprised when my therapist at Pink Beauty … [Read more...]

BEST FOOT FORWARD: Our Three Steps to Perfect Tootsies

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I don’t want to tempt fate here but since our schizophrenic weather has been more good than bad of late (with quite a bit of blue in those skies) it is looking likely that we may, just may, have at least a few decent days this summer. If we don’t I’m quite sure many of you will decide to disappear to sunnier climes and either way this means that you are going to have to bare your feet in … [Read more...]

PRODUCT FOCUS: Dr Hauschka Body Washes – Review

Dr.Hauschka Body Washes

I have long been a fan of Dr Hauschka skincare products. They don’t rely on unnecessary preservatives or chemicals and their plant-based products smell delicious and are incredibly gentle on the skin. Hence I was hugely excited when they launched their new range of body washes. I suffer from eczema and soap-based products can be very drying on my skin. Equally, heavily perfumed products can … [Read more...]

BEAUTY BY NUMBERS: The Number by Number Guide to All Things Beauty

Beauty by Numbers

How does your beauty know how add up? Check out our number by number guide to all things beauty related. 1 – HOUR: The amount of time it takes to eliminate one standard drink from your body. Alcohol is not a friend of your beauty regime and will affect your appearance in a completely negative way and obviously the more you drink the longer it takes to get it out of your system. Carrie and Co … [Read more...]

GROOMING SOS: Avène Cleanance Mask – Review

Avène Cleanance Mask

The Problem: Sensitive, spot prone skin. The Solution: Opt for oil-free products or products specially formulated to reduce sebum production. Avoid harsh products as these will upset sensitive skin. For extra care, a once or twice a week clearing mask is recommended. The Product: Perfect for sensitive skin, Avène’s Cleanance Mask contains the signature Avène Thermal Spring Water to … [Read more...]