London is great but sometimes hopping on a train for an hour can do wonders – especially when what’s on the other end is a spa. I spent the afternoon relaxing at The Spa at Macdonald Berystede Hotel, here’s what I thought. By Beth Ludolf What facilities can you use at The Spa at Macdonald Berystede Hotel? You have access to a thermal suite with two saunas, a salt room, … [Read more...] about Why The Spa at Macdonald Berystede Hotel is the perfect break from the city
This is how to keep your blow dry looking salon-fresh
It’s a fact of life that good hair equals good mood – especially when you don’t have to lift a finger to create it. And that is why God created blow drys. If I was ever to win the lottery, I would get one every other day. Unfortunately, for now, I need to keep mine looking fresh for as long as humanly possible – here’s how. By Beth Ludolf How do you keep your blow … [Read more...] about This is how to keep your blow dry looking salon-fresh
These guys are getting manicures and we’re so here for it
PSA: nail art isn’t just for girls – in fact, no part of beauty is. Sure, it’s traditionally seen as ‘feminine’, but Yorkie bars were traditionally seen as masculine and we all know that’s ridiculous. Beauty is self-care and shouldn’t be bound to any gender – besides, more and more people are challenging gender stereotypes. A manicure doesn’t have to be a big deal … [Read more...] about These guys are getting manicures and we’re so here for it
I had a keratin treatment 9 weeks ago – here’s how it changed my routine
After a lifelong pursuit of silky-smooth hair – and multiple fruitless attempts using various “frizz-free” hair masks – a while ago, I finally bit the bullet and headed down to the salon for a keratin treatment. Granted, the immediate results were a dream (and a compliment-magnet), but I was sceptical whether it would be worth the hefty price tag. These are my … [Read more...] about I had a keratin treatment 9 weeks ago – here’s how it changed my routine
Five emerging nail trends we’re dying to try
It has been a pretty great time for beauty trends. We’ve relived the 90s, gone in on the glitter and rhinestones (thanks to Euphoria) and made our brows bushier than ever. There are only a few weeks left to make the most of the current beauty trends, but it’s not over yet. We’ve lined up a whole host of emerging nail trends to try before the season ends. By Beth Ludolf What … [Read more...] about Five emerging nail trends we’re dying to try
