If you haven’t got plans to jet away this summer but still yearn for something to break up the long months, then fear not. Forget bulk-buying bikinis and stashing your sun cream, not to mention the dreaded passport panic the night before a holiday flight, our pick of the best nationwide spas mean relaxation minus the air miles. Whether you choose an hour, a night or a week away … [Read more...] about 10 UK spas to staycation at
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Make your manicure last longer
Is there anything more annoying than a chip in your freshly painted manicure? We think not. Especially when it happens time and time again. If this is a situation you find yourself in on a regular basis then chances are you’re missing out on some major mani-maintenance tips. We sat down with Tima Reshad, nail guru and founder of Notting Hill nail bar Coco Nails, to find … [Read more...] about Make your manicure last longer
How to get the hair colour you’ve always wanted
Everyone has their dream hair colour – a shade they’ve swooned over for years but haven’t quite worked up the nerve to actually try yet. Whether you’re a brunette with big dreams to go blonde, or a redhead with plans to go platinum, experimenting with bold colour contrasts can be a serious job for even the most experienced of colourists, and there are a few important … [Read more...] about How to get the hair colour you’ve always wanted
Body moisturisers that won’t ruin your spray tan
It’s one of the biggest beauty frustrations there is; you’ve gone and got yourself a professional tan and played by all the rules (that includes a top-to- toe scrub and paper knickers), but no sooner do you whip out the denim shorts to show it off, than it begins to fade. Luckily, before you step into a booth, we’re here to tell you that while preparation is important, it’s … [Read more...] about Body moisturisers that won’t ruin your spray tan
How to get rid of cellulite
You’ve drank gallons of water, body-brushed until your skin is red raw and signed up to every sweat-inducing workout you can. Yet, somehow, that annoying patch of cellulite still refuses to budge. What to do? Call in the experts and let them do the hard work for you. “A detox or deep tissue massage, professional body scrub treatment or one of the new breed of three-step body … [Read more...] about How to get rid of cellulite