Getting rid of acne can be a lengthy and complex process. If you’ve embarked on a series of professional anti-acne skincare treatments then it’s vital to get your at home regime up to scratch as well. As tempting as it is to throw money at the situation, experts agree that expensive creams and luxurious lotions can be a recipe for disaster for easily-irritated acne … [Read more...] about 5 therapist approved anti-acne skincare products
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Hair removal; when to wax, thread and IPL
Gone are the days where your hair removal options included shaving (ouch, prickly regrowth) or a smearing of depilatory cream (smelly and largely ineffective) – there’s a whole range of sleek, sophisticated and speedy de-fuzzing options on the market. Some are higher on the ouch factor but promise longer-lasting results, others are over in a flash but require more repeat … [Read more...] about Hair removal; when to wax, thread and IPL
9 Coachella festival beauty trends you need to get on now
The arrival of Coachella means one thing: festival season is well and truly upon us. And even if like most people, all you got to do was oggle at everyone else’s sun-drenched pics all weekend and get a serious case of insta envy (or ‘No-chella’ as some like to call it), this A-list event is always a great forecaster of festival trends to come, and the perfect way to keep a … [Read more...] about 9 Coachella festival beauty trends you need to get on now
Post-wax skin soothers
That first wax of summer can be shock to the system, not to mention to your skin. And if you’re anything like us, you’ve probably left it until the last minute to book your appointment. What to do? Avoid the telltale signs of a freshly waxed pair of legs or bikini line by arming yourself with a few skin-healing heroes. Tried and tested by some of our favourite … [Read more...] about Post-wax skin soothers
Confusing things you hear at the salon (and what they really mean)
Let’s face it, sometimes the journey to getting the hair of your dreams can be a real headache. You know what you want, but when it comes to actually explaining it to your stylist? That’s when things can get a bit confusing. And the dreaded salon lingo only makes matters worse. From base colours to toning treatments, hands up if you’ve ever left a salon appointment feeling more … [Read more...] about Confusing things you hear at the salon (and what they really mean)