With International Women’s Day on March 8th, we thought we’d take stock of our industry, and use this week to celebrate the women who created it, transformed it and who continue to innovate within it. Why? Because these women’s achievements are all too important (and game-changing) to be written out of history. By Hannah Donovan Who created the first beauty brand … [Read more...] about 8 inspirational women who revolutionised the beauty industry
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It’s time to name and shame these acrylic nail myths
We think the reputation of acrylic nails sometimes takes a bit of an unfair bashing. And since they can’t speak up and defend themselves, we’re doing it for them. We’re nice like that. Do acrylic nails damage your natural nails? Acrylic nails themself do not damage your natural nails, but bad techniques can be harmful. It's important to choose a salon with … [Read more...] about It’s time to name and shame these acrylic nail myths
When Hari met Liz
Since 1976 Hari Salem and his famous Hari’s Hairdressers chain has been an integral part of the London hair scene, well known for catering to everyone from Bianca Jagger and Debbie Harry to all the members of the Rolling Stones (just to name a few). Opening his first salon on Sydney Street over 45 years ago, Hari has since become a household name in West London, with a … [Read more...] about When Hari met Liz
Ever wondered what’s actually involved in a Vampire Facial?
This week we’re back with WTF (#wetriedfirst – see what we did there?) a new series in which we demystify lesser known and up and coming treatments. We try them, we test them, and we take you with us every step of the way. Recently we sent our Beauty Content Editor Rebecca to try out a Vampire Facial at the Aestha Clinic in London, a high tech skin rejuvenating treatment that’s … [Read more...] about Ever wondered what’s actually involved in a Vampire Facial?
An expert’s guide to rainbow colour
Unless you’ve been living under a rock lately, you might have noticed that rainbow and multicoloured hair is having a serious moment, and it doesn’t show signs of slowing down any time soon. Where these electric hues may originally have been reserved for punks and partygoers, now more than ever a much broader range of people are opting for more expressive shades at the salon … [Read more...] about An expert’s guide to rainbow colour