I’m going to call it and say I’ve tried pretty much every facial treatment going. Largely because I’m curious, but also, it’s good to be able to offer advice to friends on what to try based on their skin concerns (once ‘less rosé’ has been ruled out). Next up, we’re talking oxygen facials – the facial that blasts a stream of oxygen straight to the skin. The goal? To nourish my … [Read more...] about I just tried an oxygen facial and my skin is *seriously* glowing
Beauty
6 of the best pre and post-natal products
The world of pregnancy can be a daunting one. You’ve just brought a baby into the world (!) so getting to grips with the changes your body goes through both before and after birth is bound to be a little tricky at times. Chances are there’s already a lot on your plate right now, so worrying about your skin and hair shouldn’t be a main contender. We’ve pulled together a … [Read more...] about 6 of the best pre and post-natal products
9 mum-friendly salons you (and the kids) should visit this year
Relaxation and small child – two phrases not often paired together. Good news, we’re making it happen. We’ve rounded up nine ‘mum-friendly’ salons that you can head to, baby in tow, without the stress. From space to park up your stroller, to ‘mini me’ matching mani packages, here’s where to head with your little one. Relaxation guaranteed (subject to child’s behaviour). By … [Read more...] about 9 mum-friendly salons you (and the kids) should visit this year
“It’s the one bit of ‘grooming’ that I buy into” – 17 women tell us their beauty routine
I’m a bit of a beauty obsessive (naturally). I love a full face of makeup, will rarely leave the house brow-less, and I’m a sucker for a gel mani at my local nail bar. I do the ‘beauty stuff’ because it makes me feel good, and there’s something about being done-up that satisfies my Geordie roots. We beautify for a number of reasons; here are 17 women (with … [Read more...] about “It’s the one bit of ‘grooming’ that I buy into” – 17 women tell us their beauty routine
How to cover grey hairs (properly)
Recently, ‘how to prevent grey hair’ has become a breakout Google search. It seems the beauty landscape is divided, by those who are keen to cover their greys, and those lathering in the purple shampoo to achieve it (you’re on trend, silver foxes). If you’re team ‘cover up’, keep reading. We spoke to the hair pros at Wella to get the expert intel on what to do when the … [Read more...] about How to cover grey hairs (properly)