As much as we love London, they don’t call it the Big Smoke for nothing – pollution is everywhere in this city. From the cloying clouds hovering over the Thames to the delightful recycled air on the Northern Line, a week in London can make you feel stuffy, congested and a little bit grubby. What better way to sweat out those toxins and get yourself feeling squeaky clean … [Read more...] about 5 of the most relaxing steam rooms in London
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5 airport spas to check into when you touch-down
As much as we love jetting off on holiday, there’s no denying that a week (or two) in the sun can really do a number on your skin. Mix lots of sunscreen with lots of alcohol, and then add in a dehydrating long-haul flight home, and you’ve got a recipe for a complexion disaster. Not to mention that long plane journeys can give you all number of aches and pains – and all … [Read more...] about 5 airport spas to check into when you touch-down
How to make your spray-tan last longer
Paper knickers and disposable shower caps may not be the most glamorous treatment accoutrements, but if the pay-off is an almost instant transformation from ghostly pale to golden goddess, we think they’re worth enduring. As well as disguising a multitude of imperfections (we know of no better way to diminish the appearance of cellulite than with a layer of café au lait colour) … [Read more...] about How to make your spray-tan last longer
5 must-try facials in London
The search for the right facial can be a long, confusing and expensive process. If you’re not careful you can spend hundreds of pounds on a facial that does nothing more than simply hydrate your skin. Our advice? Ignore the price tag and look for recommendations and great reviews; it’s far more important to put your face in the right set of hands, with the right … [Read more...] about 5 must-try facials in London
Edinburgh’s best bridal beauty salons
Most brides will agree that when it comes to prepping for their wedding day, they’ll use all the help they can get. With so much to plan and organise, getting to grips with your long list of beauty requirements can often take a back seat, so why not give yourself a break and take some cues from the experts? As part of our bridal beauty edit, we’ve broken down Edinburgh’s best … [Read more...] about Edinburgh’s best bridal beauty salons