John Frieda® Luxurious Volume

6.7 million women in the UK suffer from fine, flat or limp hair*. The professionals behind the John Frieda® Collection are internationally renowned for creating truly glamorous, big and beautiful, A-List hair that makes headlines.

So for women who want stunning, red carpet hair the John Frieda® Collection brings you Luxurious Volume, a range of salon-inspired, innovative, hair thickening products that are proven to boost hair’s fullness by 73% transforming lifeless hair into full, thick and healthy-looking tresses that stays true to style all day long.

Now the professionals at John Frieda® want to take that look of luxurious volume one step further with a series of competitions this Valentines and Mothers day that will help you create glamorous, big and beautiful hair. Head to our new official Facebook fan page www.facebook.com/JohnFriedaUK, become a fan and get details on how you can enter our amazing Luxurious Volume competitions offering you the chance to win theatre tickets to Hairspray, John Frieda® salon haircuts and sets of John Frieda® Luxurious Volume products, making these the perfect prizes in the run up to Valentines and Mothers day for you or your loved one. Head to www.facebook.com/JohnFriedaUK to Enter NOW!.

POSTED BY CLARE ON 08 FEBRUARY 2010 AT 18:00

Wahanda MobDeals

For one week only, Wahanda will be issuing its MobDeal every day for an astounding £10! Each deal will be set at this price, making looking and feeling good ever more in our reach this February. Whether you want to shed those winter blues and leave grey days behind, or want to get some pampering in to look your best for Valentine’s day, Wahanda’s varied MobDeal will cater for all!

Make sure you sign up to Wahanda’s MobDeal daily alerts by visiting www.wahanda.com/mobdeal where you will find unbeatable deals from a wide range of London’s top health, wellbeing and grooming establishments. It’s too good to keep to yourself so start tweeting and tell everyone about this one week offer…

The Wahanda MobDeal creates a win-win situation for consumers and for spas, salons and fitness venues by guaranteeing a minimum number of new customers to these businesses. Best of all, Wahanda is giving something back– for every MobDeal purchase made, Wahanda will donate £1 to charity:water to continue supporting their great cause of bringing fresh water to communities.
See www.wahanda.com

POSTED BY CLARE ON 02 FEBRUARY 2010 AT 19:39

Heyland & Whittle Soaps

British soap merchant Heyland & Whittle has come up with the perfect gift for Valentine's Day 2010. These heart shaped soaps are prettily decorated with a single red rose and come in the cutest mini box. Each soap is hand –blended with essences of Rose, Palmarosa and Lavende The best things come in small boxes and this one won’t break the bank. £6.00 each, available from See www.heylandandwhittle.co.uk

POSTED BY CLARE ON 02 FEBRUARY 2010 AT 19:19

Pocket Rocket Tonic

If you're in need of a pick me up try one of these little gems! A tangy fast acting tonic which includes vitamin B12, antioxidant goji berry and caffeine. It's stiimulating without nasty sugary calories! Check it out at www.pocketrocket.biz

POSTED BY CLARE ON 25 JANUARY 2010 AT 19:26

Liz Earle Detox Kit

Liz Earle has introduced a Detox Kit that includes popular products as well as the essential natural bristle brush. The brush is ideal for dry body brushing and can help to improve circulation while leaving skin softer and smoother. Energising Body Wash contains plant extracts, foaming agents from corn and coconut as well as eight pure essential oils. Energising Hip and Thigh Gel helps improve the appearance of the targeted areas. This scented body gel also helps to relieve puffy, swollen areas prone to fluid retention. The Detox kit is available nationwide at selected John Lewis stores and online priced at £20.00.

POSTED BY CLARE ON 14 JANUARY 2010 AT 15:59

Bobbi's Eye Brightener

Bobbi’s best-selling Eye Brightener, now in a NEW portable pen. With just a quick twist and a click - no need to pack a separate brush - you can apply this lightweight concealer to instantly brighten under-eye circles and refresh your makeup. It's available in eight shades so you'll be able to find your perfect match!

POSTED BY CLARE ON 08 JANUARY 2010 AT 20:54

ARK’s Home Aromatics Loving range

New, exclusive, sensual and sophisticated ARK’s Home Aromatics Loving range put’s love in the air through it’s unique combination of therapeutic aromatherapy oils. The aromas create an uplifting, loving and cosy ambiance in your home and the perfect excuse not to venture out on a grey and miserable February day. The range includes a romantic room spray, luxurious candle, room diffuser, sumptuous shower gel, bath & body oil and a beautifying body butter.

Using pure essential oils, the Loving range exudes a scent that is creamy-sweet, encapsulating the floral heart of Rose, Jasmine and Orange Flower with a hint of green and soft citrus notes in Mandarin, Lemon and Patchouli, peppered with Cinnamon, Clove and Bay spices. Precious woods and resins of Rosewood, Labdanum, Frankincense and Myrrh envelop you in an emotionally warming glow.

The luxurious Body Butter and Shower Gel will blanket you in a scent of fruits and flowers, adding a touch of romance to you and your bathroom. Take a soak in the bath with a Loving Candle alongside and combine with the soothing Loving Bath and Body Oil. This exotic oil can be used in the bath, shower or as a leave-on body oil allowing your body to sink deeper into relaxation with its sweet and mesmerizing aromas. See www.arkskincare.com

POSTED BY CLARE ON 06 JANUARY 2010 AT 13:41

Happy New Year

With Christmas over and the new year started it's time to get booking your hair and makeup artists for your wedding!! Saturday booking go quickly and don't forgot unless you've having a late wedding we can normally only do one wedding a day. So don't delay, if you like an artist work get her/him booked. Good luck with your wedding plans.

POSTED BY CLARE ON 02 JANUARY 2010 AT 20:00

Relieve Tired, Partied out Feet with

Dance till dawn in sky high platforms this Christmas without the worry of waking up with painful, tired, aching feet… PainNoMore is the latest innovation designed to provide instant pain relief and sooth the skin.

This unique lotion is set to change the face of topical solutions for aches and pains- Coming in the form of a massage lotion and with a deep-heat type sensation, this unique combination of aloe vera (an effective anti-inflammatory and ideal to aid absorption) and collagen (ideal for protecting and repairing muscle, cartilage and bone and facilitating joint mobility) provides the perfect antidote to a host of complaints, including tired, aching, partied out feet!

With a diverse list of celeb athlete followers, Pure-Col has already made its mark as the leading sporting supplement for maintenance, protection and repair. And set to take the celebrity party scene by storm!

Packaged in a 100ml tube, this product is easily transportable, slipping into any bag. Simply apply a thin layer to where needed and gently massage until absorbed. This can be repeated up to six times a day if required. Use for a minimum of three months for effective and long-lasting results.

PainNoMore is priced £13.95 for one tub or £36 for 3 tubes. Visit www.LookAndHealth.com.

POSTED BY CLARE ON 02 DECEMBER 2009 AT 18:03

Something for the wedding tables

Weddings are wonderful celebrations and these Fink cards are ideal to help get your guests talking. There is no need to worry about your seating plan, you can banish awkward silences and get conversation flowing by placing a pack of our Wedding Edition cards on each table.

Questions like “How do you know the Bride & Groom?”, “What would be your ideal honeymoon destination?” and “Have you ever been a Bridesmaid or Page Boy?”, make this pack ideal for all ages – from your youngest to eldest guest. 23 Fun cards presented in a cardboard sleeve. See www.finkcards.com

POSTED BY CLARE ON 02 DECEMBER 2009 AT 17:58

I want this for Christmas

Oh please Father Christmas, leave me the Bobbi Brown Deluxe Beauty Trunk under my tree!!!

Sure to be a favourite among industry insiders and Bobbi Brown devotees. This ultra luxurious beauty trunk is a refined and luxurious way to house and display your makeup. Interior features a mirror and several levels to organise beauty essentials, tools and skincare. Crafted in black plum faux-leather.

POSTED BY CLARE ON 02 DECEMBER 2009 AT 17:56

Vintage eyes

These little sets from Bourjois are wonderful and very reasonably at only £15 a set. They contain three eyeshadows -one grey smoky eye and the other for a brown smoky eye. The pots have the vintage designs which is everywhere at the moment. Truly adorable and the perfect gift for a makeup lover. Grab yours from ASOS, HQhair or House of Fraser.

POSTED BY CLARE ON 29 NOVEMBER 2009 AT 15:35

Ponds Party Season Essential

This party season there's one multi-tasking beauty essential that every girl needs to carry in her handbag, Ponds Cold Cream Cleanser.

Hiding all traces of the late night before, and revealing flawless, radiant skin the morning after, girls can rely on Pond's Cold Cream Cleanser to get through the Christmas party season looking beautiful. A bargain at £3.99.

POSTED BY CLARE ON 28 NOVEMBER 2009 AT 17:07

Renewed cleavage. Renewed confidence. New You.

The Cleavage SkinResponse Facial, Facial skincare products are rarely used from the neck down but it is just as important to look after the skin in this area because it is often exposed to the elements, especially sun damage, and can be susceptible to premature aging as a result. In fact, a crêpey décolleté can be more aging than wrinkles on your face. So ARK decided to treat the cleavage area to a facial, giving you a toned and radiant complexion right down to the bust. The Cleavage SkinResponse Facial begins with an invigorating Loofah and Fruit Acid body exfoliation designed to slough off any dry or hardened skin and reveal a sleek and soft appearance. A soothing and conditioning oil is then massaged in to promote suppleness and elasticity of the skin. The décolleté and bust area are then given a full facial, including masque application, using a draining and lifting massage to enhance circulation, eliminate toxins and help firm, hydrate and nourish the skin. See www.arkskincare.com

POSTED BY CLARE ON 15 NOVEMBER 2009 AT 20:31

Peoplelovepresents.com

People Loves Presents are the insider’s guide to the best gifts on the web. Put simply they're a gift referral site but they don’t just suggest the usual obvious offerings, they hand pick the greatest items from the cream of online retailers across the web. Short cutting users through the web wasteland and directing them to tried and trusted gift solutions tailored to their specific requirements. You can search for gift ideas by recipient, occasion, age, relationship and importantly, price. Once you've found the perfect present for your budget and occasion you simply follow the link to an online store where you can buy it instantly from the comfort of their sofa or office desk. They hunt and showcase the latest UK and Irish merchants and are always on the look out for fabulous new ideas and homegrown products. If like me, you never have time to shop this could be the answer for xmas! See www.peoplelovepresents.com

POSTED BY CLARE ON 15 NOVEMBER 2009 AT 20:16

Chapped lips are no good for kissing!

Turn to Dr Bronner’s magic organic balms! Not content with only magic soaps, the leading light in all things organic, Dr Bronner's now bestows upon us their new, utterly delectable and certified organic Magic Lip Balms and Body Balms. Scented using only Fair trade organic essential oils and containing no synthetic ingredients or preservatives these make a perfect natural skin treat. This mouth-watering range of 100% Organic Lip Balms (RRP £2.95) comes in a variety of sumptuous flavours including Peppermint, Lemon Lime, Orange Ginger, and Naked. All contain jojoba and hemp oil moisturisers which are then locked in with beeswax to rejuvenate tired, chapped lips leaving them silky soft and smooth. The natural ingredients melt into the delicate skin from the very first application protecting lips from the elements and helping them to stay feeling fabulous, looking healthy and smelling beautiful.

POSTED BY CLARE ON 11 NOVEMBER 2009 AT 20:59

Wahanda Pamper Days

We all work hard and sometimes we deserve a pamper day! Whether you’re looking to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life or you’re looking to get together with the girls – pamper days are the ideal solution for a bit of relaxation and beautifying. Visit www.wahanda.comto see the latest pamper day offers!

POSTED BY CLARE ON 29 OCTOBER 2009 AT 14:50

Scarlett & Crimson

Ruby & Millie have a very successful makeup range at Boots. They've now launched products aimed at the 16+ market. They have named their teen range Scarlett & Crimson, and teamed up with the fiction books, to create products based around those characters. They've kept the ethos of rock music, butterflies and skulls in the packaging. The idea is to offer younger kids products that will enhance rather than disguise their natural skintones, so rather than heavy foundations and thick pigments the range combines mineralized shadows and glittery eyeliner. This is the perfect Christmas gift for any teenage girl!

POSTED BY CLARE ON 25 OCTOBER 2009 AT 16:13

Biore Pore Perfect

Do you suffer from blackheads? Biore has produced a new formula for their facial deep cleansing pore strips and it works!!! There really easy to use, cleanse your face and wet area the strip will be added too. Peel off the plastic and stick to face. Leave for 10 to 15 mins then removed. Hey presto your blackheads have been removed! If you're a Twitter fab see twitter.com/dirtylsecret where Biore is aiming to encourage conversation on beauty know how and share in the sometimes embarrassing task of maintaining a clear complexion.

POSTED BY CLARE ON 15 OCTOBER 2009 AT 13:16

Nutriganics™ from Body Shop

This new affordable range of skincare from Body Shop contains community trade organic babassu oil from Brazil which softens, smoothes and revitalises the skin. The Nutriganics™ Smoothing Serum, is a light, moisturising serum which softens and revitalise your skin. Proven to smooth skin and improve suppleness which is just whats needed going into winter.

POSTED BY CLARE ON 15 OCTOBER 2009 AT 13:02

New Double Twist Mascara from Revlon

For massive volume and remarkable definition, you need DoubleTwist Mascara. It has a revolutionary 2-in-1 brush which thickening brush and separating combs means your lashes will have the ultimate look! Available in 4 shades, including a new signature Revlon® shade, Blackened Ruby. Also available in waterproof formula.

POSTED BY CLARE ON 15 OCTOBER 2009 AT 12:56

Mama Mio Boob Tube

Girls, let's face the facts, our boobs are on a slippery slope heading south. People say the first place you can tell a woman's age is her hands. Forget about it – it's your décolletage. This vulnerable skin is exposed daily to sun, gravity and inspection and it needs protecting! Use Boob Tube daily to fight sag and droop by improving skin's strength and elasticity. It gives you a more beautifully textured, well toned neck and bustline. Boob Tube has become our best-selling sensation which means there will be a lot of gorgeous cleavage out there, thanks to Boob Tube!

POSTED BY CLARE ON 01 OCTOBER 2009 AT 11:07

Power Berry Daily Moisture

New from Neal's Yard, this lightweight, easily absorbed daily moisturising lotion containing antioxidant-rich acai, bilberry, goji berry and rosehip, supports the skin with hyaluronic acid to boost skin moisture levels, whilst a synergistic combination of buddleia and thyme, containing antioxidant flavonoids, and anti-inflammatory saponins and triterpenoids, acts as an anti pollutant to help combat ‘city stress’ and promote skin radiance and vitality.

POSTED BY CLARE ON 01 OCTOBER 2009 AT 11:04

Benefit Bad Gal Lash Plum

Now the last days of summer are coming to a close, I've been looking at my winter wardrobe and spotted this little gem. Bad Gal Lash in Plum is the perfect colour to companion your darker clothes for this time of year. Really good if you've got blue eyes!

POSTED BY CLARE ON 15 SEPTEMBER 2009 AT 16:20

Accessorize Signature Fragrance

I love shopping in Accessorize so I was very pleased to hear they're launching a perfume for Autumn. Created by Azzi Glasser, a London based perfume designer of new custom blends and ready to wear fragrances, the Accessorize signature fragrance takes its inspiration from Kitagawa Utamaro, the Japanese ancient artist, and is a sophisticated fresh floral fragrance with an oriental twist. Combining the essence of delicate Cherry Blossom as it blooms, with the clear, fresh waters of the East, this beautifully composed fragrance lifts off with sparkling top notes of Bergamot, Orange Flower Water, Lychee Skin and Mandarin Blossom. At the heart Jasmine, Cherry Blossom Petals, Peony Flower, Cassis, Violet and Rose Absolute rest on a sultry blend of Crystal Musk, Vanilla Flower and lingering notes of Creamy Amber. Accessorize Eau de Toilette is priced at £17.50 for 50ml and will be available from Accessorize stores and online at www.accessorize.com

POSTED BY CLARE ON 14 SEPTEMBER 2009 AT 17:56

The Closet Bureau

If you're in need to rise cash for your wedding and have hoads of clothes in your wardrobe then 'The Closet Bureau' may have the answer! They take over all the tedious process of selling designer items on eBay for fashionistas, shopping addicts, unseasoned shoppers and everyone else who loves clothes but doesn't have the time, confidence or technical savoir faire to sell items they no longer want or need themselves - and make a neat profit from those bits and pieces that are clogging up the closet. If your items are particularly special they have a list of private clients that we provide exclusive trunk shows for to further your selling potential even more so! Whether you want to declutter your wardrobe to make room for the new season, sell an unwanted gift, or generate some extra cash from clothes that you'll never wear again, The Closet Bureau can help. See www.theclosetbureau.com

POSTED BY CLARE ON 14 SEPTEMBER 2009 AT 17:28

Fairy Jane Tiara's

Looking for something a little different? Fairy Jane Tiaras was launched in 2006 to create bespoke, handcrafted Tiaras, Crystal Fascinators and Hair Accessories for weddings and special occassion wear. All of the designs are handmade by Jane and are created from Silver Plated or Gold Plated wire and Swarovski Crystals, Pearls and Freshwater Pearls. Each commission is designed personally to meet your individual requirements, drawing on elements of your outfit or wedding dress, your colour scheme or setting, a truly unique Tiara will be created to reflect your own style.See www.fairyjanetiaras.co.uk

POSTED BY CLARE ON 14 SEPTEMBER 2009 AT 17:15

Elizabeth’s Daughter Skincare

Elizabeth Hallett, founder of Elizabeth’s Daughter, has suffered with skin problems since her teenage years. Over the years, she struggled to find products to suit her skin, which had been made more sensitive by the assorted, so-called cure-all products and treatments which had promised, but never delivered, blemish-free skin. Not wishing her own teenage daughter to experience the same distressing experiences, Elizabeth set out to create a premium and natural skincare range providing beautiful, gentle and effective care designed for young girls. The range has also proved popular with sensitive-skinned grown-ups. All products are formulated using a high level of natural ingredients – on average 95% - including vitamins, minerals and proteins. The formulas do not contain parabens, sulphates or petrochemicals which can be irritants. Using both innovative and well-trusted ingredients sourced from all over the globe with respect for their environments, the products are tested on willing humans never on animals.

POSTED BY CLARE ON 03 SEPTEMBER 2009 AT 19:51

Famous by Sue Moxley

POSTED BY CLARE ON 03 SEPTEMBER 2009 AT 19:46

bellápierre launch on QVC UK

David Oren, Founder and Company Director of bellápierre has designed a limited edition ‘All in One Shimmer Collection’ kit to launch his brand on QVC UK.
Commenting on the kit, David says; "I have created the All in One Shimmer Collection Kit exclusively for QVC UK with their audience, women from all walks of life in mind. The kit is easy to use and the results are simply astounding. It is the first in a series of bellápierre products to be launched on QVC UK and is one of my favourites."
The All in One Shimmer Collection Kit features six bellápierre shimmer powders that can be used as eye shadow, eye liner, lipstick, body bronzer, nail varnish and more. Other contents include a lip balm, clear lip gloss, clear nail varnish, make-up base, Eye Liner/Shadow Brush and a spare lip wand and lid.
The versatile kit is designed to replace many of the cosmetics most women use daily with natural minerals that are kind and gentle, protective and nurturing to the skin. Tune in from 5th August to see the range.

POSTED BY CLARE ON 05 AUGUST 2009 AT 18:12

Get the look - Making Waves by Andrew Barton

Step One Apply a frizz control cream to wet hair (Andrew Barton Frizz Tamer Styling Cream £3.89) then blow dry hair smooth using a paddle brush.
Step Two Separate the hair into two sections – one underneath and one upper section on top of the head. Spray the hair with a heat protection spray (Andrew Barton The Straight Answer Heat Protection Spray £3.89) until evenly coated.
Step Three Randomly take lengths of hair and hold at the root. Using the Andrew Barton Making Waves triple barrel waver clamp the hair and hold for six seconds. Move down the length of the hair to the ends. For added volume start clamping from the root or for a more natural rippled effect, clamp from the mid-section down.
Step Four Gently unravel the waves using the fingers for a Gisele styled bed head finish, brush through the waves for a less structured loose wave or leave ravelled for a smooth defined wave. Finish with a polishing serum (Andrew Barton Gloss Boss Shine Serum, £4.84) on the mid to ends of the hair. Making Waves (£30) exclusive to Argos from the end of July 2009

POSTED BY CLARE ON 04 AUGUST 2009 AT 17:03

GET SEXY SALON HAIRSTYLES EVERYTIME

Think Andrew Barton – think gorgeous, sexy looking hair! He knows the psychological value great looking, shiny happy hair has on a woman’s confidence and how great hair can be life changing. Whether he’s working with ultra chic celebs like Kylie or Elle Macpherson or doing a makeover on Channel 4’s award winning 10 Years Younger, he believes that great tools are the key to creating any great style. Which is why the man known as the ‘TV’s favourite hairdresser’ has launched his first collection of hair appliances – designed to deliver a salon-styled hair makeover with ease every time. The collection includes four fabulous no-nonsense tools - a high performance dryer, triple barrel waver, high heat straightener and a big barrelled curling tong designed to create shiny, glamorous, sexy new looks and a salon finish at home. Functional yet fun, the four products; Blown Away, Making Waves, Straight Answer and I Love Curls, are styled in sleek black and neon, ensuring your dressing table is as on trend as your hair. Available from Argos.

POSTED BY CLARE ON 04 AUGUST 2009 AT 16:59

Summer Hair Heroes

Which of the following statements best describes your hair? Frizzy and Chaotic? Thirsty and Dry? Lacking Confidence and Volume? Oily and Confused? Coloured? or simply Normal? Whatever your hair’s needs this summer, TOMMYGUNS Hair Heroes can meet them. TOMMYGUNS salon & nature inspired haircare keeps your hair protected from the damaging effects of the sun, in super condition and helps you to create the latest styles. Available at Waitrose, John Lewis, Tesco Extra and tommygunshaircare.com

POSTED BY CLARE ON 29 JULY 2009 AT 09:26

Queen of Shaves

The new Azure system razor from King of Shaves Woman. Pure in form, effortless in function and designed without compromise, Azure sets the gold standard in shaving. The Azure is designed to be light, easy to hold and use. The head of the razor flexes to follow the contours of your body, whilst gently pressing the blades onto the skin to deliver a super close, comfortable, silky smooth shave. The Azure has been designed to be made with minimal energy using as few components as possible making it kinder to the planet too.

POSTED BY CLARE ON 24 JULY 2009 AT 16:10

New from L'Oréal

I've been sent the new range from L'Oreal Studio Secrets. I've only been playing with the products for a couple of days but I'm really impressed with their Studio Secrets Smoothing Resurfacing Primer. It has a beautifully smooth texture and is effective at disguising wrinkles and pores. Leaving your skin matte but a silky finish. To use - Apply on shadowy areas such as under the eye, and on the least smooth areas: the forehead, the sides of the nostrils etc. Available from Boots for £9.99

POSTED BY CLARE ON 23 JULY 2009 AT 09:21

New Bronzing Rocks from St Tropez

These new shimmering Bronzing Rocks provide the perfect finish to your St. Tropez tan. Simply dust over the face and decolletage for a hint of colour. These Bronzing Rocks can be used in a number of ways - dip a bronzing brush into the rocks and gently swirl around to gather powder on the brush, then apply to the forehead, bridge of nose, cheeks and decolletage for a bronzed and glowing look. You can also pick up the rocks with your fingers and apply as an eye shadow or even on the lips with a clear gloss - how easy is that!

POSTED BY CLARE ON 16 JULY 2009 AT 09:57

Purity Organic Skincare

Purity Organic Skincare launched exclusively in 400 Superdrug stores nationwide in June 2009 - the company’s first ever certified organic skincare range. All products are fragrance-free and suitable for sensitive skin. Purity Organic Skincare is an affordable range that can be used everyday, redressing the “elitist” barrier often associated with organic skincare brands. Products range from £4.99 to £8.99 but are currently on offer with 20% off.

POSTED BY CLARE ON 16 JULY 2009 AT 09:53

Orissa Mineral Makeup for Darker Skintones

Hand made in the UK using natural minerals, ‘Orissa Cosmetics’ is specially developed for ethnic women with darker skin tones. Founding directors Bhimal Hira and Mona Parekh state that “women with dark skin tones are not being adequately catered for by the mainstream beauty industry, leaving many ethnic women using makeup product’s that does not suite their skin type”. The Orissa range includes carefully selected shades of foundations, blushers, bronzers and eye shadows that dramatically enhance and perfectly match darker skin tones. What’s more, the entire range is hand made using crushed natural earth minerals that is easy to apply, allows skin to breath throughout the day, does not require constant re-application, has a natural UVA/UVB protection (SPF 15- 20) and is highly water and humid resistant. See www.orissacosmetics.co.uk

POSTED BY CLARE ON 16 JULY 2009 AT 09:45

Andrea Garland - Reduce, Reuse and Recycle

I'm a huge fan of recycling and my car is permanently full of cardboard and bottles to drop off to the local recycling centre. So I think Andrea's idea of using old tins for lip balms is just wonderful. Above is vintage onyx pill box filled with lovely Organic Lip balm - a unique and novel way to store this vital beauty necessity. This lip balm is 100% natural, made with skin softening Cocoa Butter, Sweet Almond Oil, Vitamin E, Beeswax and essential oils of Lime, Lavender and Benzoin...a natural, protective, non drying, gentle treat for the lips. See www.andreagarland.co.uk/

POSTED BY CLARE ON 08 JULY 2009 AT 19:52

Revlon Colorstay - Testing at a Wedding

Wearing a beautiful Navy LK Bennett dress, my friend Joti wore Revlon Colorstay in 'Top Tomato' to ger friends wedding, while I stayed in to look after her baby. 7 hours later she arrived home with lipstick still intacted even after drinking, eating and all the bridal champagne toasts! Another thumbs up for Colorstay.

POSTED BY CLARE ON 25 JUNE 2009 AT 13:56

Shimmer Block from Bobbi Brown

Bobbi's new, limited edition Shimmer Brick for Body is finally here to create summertime head-to-toe glamour! Lightweight, silky powder can be used on arms, legs, décolleté, or anywhere you want to glow. The deluxe oversized compact features three shimmering bars of colour. Available for a limited time only so rush to those counters. £

POSTED BY CLARE ON 25 JUNE 2009 AT 13:48

Revlon Colorstay - Testing!

I've just received 3 Revlon Colorstay Ultimate to test, Number 1 Nude, Stellar Sunrise and Premium Pink all very flattering shades. My first test is the pink and I've just eaten lunch and my lips look and same!! I'll keep you posted.

POSTED BY CLARE ON 19 JUNE 2009 AT 14:21

New Ultimate Liquid Lipstick from Revlon

Fancy yourself as a beauty buff? Revlon UK are looking for all budding beauty experts to review and blog about their new, and the industry’s only one step, food proof lipstick. The winner will become the Official Online Beauty Reviewer for Revlon Ultimate Liquid Lipstick in the UK along with winning £500 worth of Revlon makeup. 5 runners up will each receive a gorgeous gift pack of Revlon goodies worth £100. You are able to get a full size product to review and enter the competition by checking out www.revlonultimate.co.uk from tomorrow and applying for one (while stocks last).

POSTED BY CLARE ON 18 JUNE 2009 AT 19:37

Jergens - Spinning Machine

I've been using Jergens for the last few months and love the stuff! they've just launched a spinning machine on there website to win prizes including spa break, Ray Ban glasses and lovely Jergens Naturals products! You get 5 chances a day and I'll be spinning until I win!! See www.jergens.co.uk/spinning-machine.htm

POSTED BY CLARE ON 18 JUNE 2009 AT 14:33

Sun-kissed holiday hair all year round!

Thanks to the John Frieda® hair care professionals blondes – colour treated and natural – can now re-create that holiday hair sparkle and achieve a natural-looking sun-kissed blonde whatever the time of year… New John Frieda® Sheer Blonde® go blonder products are a truly pioneering hair care innovation that gradually lightens blonde hair to reveal a natural-looking lighter blonde colour. The ground-breaking, first-to-market go blonder shampoo and conditioning system contains a lightening complex of citrus and chamomile to enable blondes to gradually achieve a subtle all-over lightening effect for shimmering, natural-looking colour. “Blondes simply love being blonde”, says Nicola Clarke, Creative Colour Director for the John Frieda® brands, whose celebrity blonde clients include Scarlet Johansson, Kate Moss and Madonna. “I’m constantly asked by blonde clients to replicate the sun-kissed shade their hair goes when they are on holiday. It seems blondes always want to be that little bit blonder but still retain a natural look. go blonder products are perfect for achieving a gradual sparkly blonde– something you’ve never been able to achieve from a shampoo or conditioning product before”.

POSTED BY CLARE ON 15 JUNE 2009 AT 20:52

Make your own Tiara at Bijoux Beads

This very special class is aimed at 'Brides to Be' who want to make their own special wedding day jewellery. Their expert teachers will help you decide on jewellery to match your colour schemes and will advise on what beads to use and then will teach techniques to create the perfect wedding day jewellery. Tutors will give guidance where needed and you will be shown wirework techniques and how to use the pliers and wire to make that individual piece of jewellery or tiara. A consulation will be needed beforehand and they aim to have no more that four brides in at a time so they can give you as much help and advice as you need. Further sessions can be booked until the projects are complete. Full Day £100.00 Half Days £55.00 See www.bijouxbeads.co.uk

POSTED BY CLARE ON 03 JUNE 2009 AT 16:54

Natural Beauty March Hits London

Masses of avid natural beauty fans took to the streets of central London today (Tuesday May 26th) to support Jergens Naturals, a new range from America’s no.1 best selling body care brand, Jergens, in a lively march to highlight the importance of Natural Beauty. The key communication was, your skins not synthetic, so why use a moisturiser that is? The active parade, which was fronted by Ruby Hammer, International Make-up Artist and ambassador for the Jergens Naturals brand, started along Carnaby Street and quickly gained momentum, finishing at Leicester Square. The message was clear- Plastic is Out, Natural is In. The fans spread the word that the natural revolution had begun and Jergens Naturals products are leading the way. Ruby Hammer has been a keen supporter of the Jergens brand for many years. She enthusiastically led the parade highlighting that Jergens Naturals body care, is the modern way to moisturise naturally and offers highly effective moisturisers for 100% beautiful skin through 95% natural ingredients. Ruby said of the day, I’ve always been a strong supporter of natural products, and it was great to be part of the day. The amount of people that came along to show their support for Jergens Naturals, body moisturisers was fantastic to see. It just goes to show that natural beauty really is the way forward. As part of the campaign, mannequins were seen in and around the capital highlighting the Your Skin Is Not Synthetic message. Several Londoners even reported spotting a mannequin riding around in a grass-covered rickshaw!

POSTED BY CLARE ON 27 MAY 2009 AT 11:37

Your Organics - Eye & Lip Lift

I was sent this a month ago to review. I've been using it every day since and can truly say I like it! For £4.99 which is just a fab price for an organic product, it smooths the under eye area very well. Just use your ring finger and pat a small amount of Eye & Lip Lift around the orbital bone (surrounding the eye) and the corners of the mouth for a smoother effect. Available from Lloyds Pharmacy.

POSTED BY CLARE ON 18 MAY 2009 AT 16:26

New Blush from Lily Lolo

6 new shades of mineral blusher from Lily Lolo - Cherry Blossom, Clementine, Sweet Fig, Sugar 'n'Spice, Ooh Laa Laa and my favourite Candy Girl which is a lovely shimmery pale pink, perfect for a girly beach look. See www.lilylolo.co.uk

POSTED BY CLARE ON 13 MAY 2009 AT 16:39

Just a pinch by MAC

From the 'A Rose Romance' collection, this creamy gel blush delivers the perfect pinch of colour while remaining transparently sheer. Specially enriched formula helps keep the skin moist and fresh looking. If you want more colour just layer for the ultimate rosy look. £15.17

POSTED BY CLARE ON 10 MAY 2009 AT 09:32

Powder Me SPF 30 by Jane Iredale

I've been a mineral convert for the last couple of years and truly love this product. With no chemical sunscreen to irritate your skin or stain your dress it's the perfect product to keep those harmful UVB/UVB rays off you on your wedding day. Available in 'translucent' which is undetectable on the skin or 'tanned' gives you a sun-kissed radiance you long for all year round. The jar has a sponge applicator to stroke over your skin and is conveniently sized to take away with you. Special price of £28.00 plus £2.00 postage interested? drop me an email hello@thebridalartists.com

POSTED BY CLARE ON 24 APRIL 2009 AT 14:15

Jergens Naturals Body Moisturisers

I've had the pleasure of a couple of free samples of these and can honestly say I'll be buying it once they run out! I have the Age Defying with Green Tea and Skin Firming with Pomegranate. Both smell lovely and I'm seeing a difference in my skin with the Age Defying, made with 95% natural ingredients and promotes younger looking skin in two weeks and has a blend of powerful moisturisers and natural ingredients known to energise the skin. All this and only £4.88. Available at Boots and Superdrug.

POSTED BY CLARE ON 21 APRIL 2009 AT 20:57

Revlon Matte hits the UK

If you're a matte fan, you're love the new range from Revlon. A versatile and new generation colour selection of silky soft, matte based formulas with luxurious smooth suede finishes in a range of colours from summer brights to subtle chic nudes! Available in lipstick, eye shadows and blushers

POSTED BY CLARE ON 21 APRIL 2009 AT 20:47

Sugarsweet range from MAC

This limited edition lipglass has a colourwave of three stacked shades with varying pearl combinations in one Lipglass vial! Each layer smoothly gradates into the next. So the applied color may vary slightly with each application which only adds to it's appeal.

POSTED BY CLARE ON 10 APRIL 2009 AT 15:58

Notonthehighstreet.com

Nothing to do with beauty or makeup but this is just the most beautiful website for different little touches for your wedding! I can spend hours on here looking for presents, so grap a cup of coffee before visiting www.notonthehighstreet.com

POSTED BY CLARE ON 10 APRIL 2009 AT 15:45

New from Soap & Glory Marvelips

This a double-colour lip crayon which shapes, moisturises, colours and shines to make your lips look fuller, in an INSTANT. So perfect for touching up on your wedding day!/>
Each crayon contains Soap & Glory STARSPARKS which are super sparkling pigments that provide extraordinary visual depth and shine. MAXI-LIP for a 3D effect, firms, defines, smoothes and moisturises and shea butter for deep moisturising and conditioning, to conquer even the most chapped set of lips. Available at Boots for £8.00.

POSTED BY CLARE ON 03 APRIL 2009 AT 09:37

New from Dove

You may have seen this on the TV and I think it’s a great product for brides!! I’ve been trialling the spray version for the last couple of weeks and already I’ve seen a difference so it’ll be great for using before your wedding and while on honeymoon, then you’ll be hooked! Available in both spray £2.99 and roll-on £2.49, it uses 'Pro-Epil Complex' to help reduce the appearance of hair, so daily use of the deodorant will result in underarms that feel hair free for longer. The anti-perspirant also has Dove's trademark 1/4 moisturising cream formula, I’ve been using Wild Rose scent and love it but it’s also available in Nature Fresh and Silk Lily.

POSTED BY CLARE ON 26 MARCH 2009 AT 12:37

Water that clears Spots!

Beauty is the UK’s first spring water to contain Praventin which is clinically proven to clear acne. Praventin, a bioactive protein rich in lactoferrin, works by inhibiting the development of the bacteria that cause acne and reducing the inflammation associated with existing acne blemishes. The effects of Praventin were proven in medical trials with teenage consumers with a median decrease in acne blemishes by 71% within one month and 95% within two months. So it you suffer from breakouts it's well worth investing in this before your wedding! Natural Raspberry & Rose Flavour Spring Water Drink With Nutritional Supplement 12 bottles (500ml each) £15.48. See www.workswithwater.co.uk

POSTED BY CLARE ON 01 MARCH 2009 AT 10:19

Changing Faces Fixer - Primer

The Changing Faces Fixer - Primer is an all in one cream that hydrates primes and fixes using natural cruelty free aromatherapy ingredients in an easy to use, totally recyclable tube. It ensures make-up really does last all day and leaves your skin radiant, youthful and glowing! It has a proven record of success with hundreds of testimonials from happy customers. It'll be in my makeup kit this summer! for more details see www.changingfaces.net

POSTED BY CLARE ON 18 FEBRUARY 2009 AT 09:20

Love Elemis?

Elemis treatments are just so nice, so here's a chance to win a treatment if you buy yourself 1 of there great products. Current offer is Elemis Anti-Ageing Skin Renewal at £58.00 and that's a £50.00!! Find out more at www.timetospa.co.uk

POSTED BY CLARE ON 02 FEBRUARY 2009 AT 19:45

Glitter Stixs from Pop

Glitter stix are funky glitter crayons with tiny diamond sparkles for maximum effect. A high pigment, non-greasy formula allowing you to line, smudge and blend to create fabulous eyes. Multipurpose; use on its own or on the top of any eye shadows. Ingredients include beeswax which is one of the oldest natural raw ingredients used in cosmetic products which is anti-inflammatory, anti allergic and an antioxidant! Available at Debenhams.

POSTED BY CLARE ON 20 JANUARY 2009 AT 16:40

New at Love Lula - Madara Eco Cosmetics

Madara natural cosmetics are for every woman who seeks truth and meaningful things. Made in Latvia, a country with pristine and pure natural resources with potent natural active plant ingredients and no artificial chemicals. Available from www.lovelula.com

POSTED BY CLARE ON 16 JANUARY 2009 AT 17:57

Liz Earle Detox Kit

Liz Earle has introduced a Detox Kit that includes popular products as well as the essential natural bristle brush. The brush is ideal for dry body brushing and can help to improve circulation while leaving skin softer and smoother. Energising Body Wash contains plant extracts, foaming agents from corn and coconut as well as eight pure essential oils. Energising Hip and Thigh Gel helps improve the appearance of the targeted areas. This scented body gel also helps to relieve puffy, swollen areas prone to fluid retention. The Detox kit is available nationwide at selected John Lewis stores and online priced at £20.00.

POSTED BY CLARE ON 14 JANUARY 2009 AT 15:59

Four Weddings TV Show

ITV are looking for brides-to-be that are getting married between January and June of this year that might be interested in taking part in a new TV show. Not only is this a fun experience for the brides, each episode one of the four couples will win an amazing Honeymoon (this doesn’t need to be taken immediately, so it doesn’t matter if they already have a honeymoon booked) If you're keen to be on TV all you need to do is email your details to: weddings@granadamedia.com or call: 020 7157 3809 or they can contact: kerry.plant@itv.com and she can give them further information about the show.

POSTED BY CLARE ON 13 JANUARY 2009 AT 17:57

New from Clinique

Out next month is the new High Impact Curling Mascara. t's designed to stay put for up to 24 hours and helps coax lashes to a long, bold, upturned look, without a pinch, pull or tug. The arched wand scoops and lifts up lashes whilst the smudge, flake, smear-resistant formula holds for up to 24-eye opening hours. Taking extreme measures suddenly seems so out of date. Keep an eye out for it in the shops. See www.clinique.co.uk

POSTED BY CLARE ON 12 JANUARY 2009 AT 19:56

Do you love BedHead?

Looking for inspiration for a birthday present, I came across Jason Shankey website. All the BedHead products have been reduced by 25% - bargain! So guess what my friend is getting for her birthday! See www.jasonshankey.co.ukk

POSTED BY CLARE ON 05 JANUARY 2009 AT 16:22

Need to get your nails in shape?

One of the best strengthners on the market is Original Nail Envy from OPI. Not cheap at £17.75 but it provides maximum strengthening with hydrolysed wheat protein and calcuim for harder, longer, stronger, natural nails. Ideal if you're suffering from weak, damaged nails.

POSTED BY CLARE ON 04 JANUARY 2009 AT 11:53

Ciate Paint Pots Of Colour

Ciaté Paint Pots are beautiful nail varnishes which are both long-lasting and ultra glossy nail enamels. Available in a range of mouthwatering shades, these nail polishes are Formaldehyde and Toluene free. £7.50 from HQhair.com.

POSTED BY CLARE ON 19 DECEMBER 2008 AT 09:59

Winter Balm

If you feeling a little under the weather and unable to breathe try Badger Winter Wonder Balm it helps you to quietly sing wonderland and breathe in comfort. Badger Winter Wonder Balm contains Eucalyptus, Rosemary, Ravensara and Tea Tree all traditional herbs used to soothe and ease the minor coughs, colds and stuffy noses.

POSTED BY CLARE ON 05 DECEMBER 2008 AT 10:27

Charlotte Tilbury's Makeup Range in Boots

Make-up artist Charlotte Tilbury is on the speed dial of the A-list including Jennifer Lopez, Kate Moss and Demi Moore. She's created unforgettable looks for designers such as Louis Vuitton and has won dozens of awards, including the British Fashion Council’s ‘Creator of the Year’ award. Now she's launched her own range, myface, exclusive to Boots and Boots.com. Check out the simple yet beautiful range at www.boots.com

POSTED BY CLARE ON 30 NOVEMBER 2008 AT 20:37

Deal with Liz Earle

I'm a huge fan of the Beauty Bible and Liz Earle. So how fab is this, visit www.beautybible.com and get money off special products with Liz Earle. You can also enter some great competitions every month.

POSTED BY CLARE ON 21 NOVEMBER 2008 AT 19:58

Chanel for Eyes

Possibility one of the best quad eyeshadows, the advanced texture and the multiple harmonies of LES 4 OMBRES allow you to create infinitely varied and sophisticated makeup effects : matt, powdered, satin, metallic and intense metallic. Available in 8 variations for £38.00.

POSTED BY CLARE ON 18 NOVEMBER 2008 AT 14:30

Free Shipping on all Lily Lolo Mineral Makeup

Free Shipping on all Lily Lolo products! Offer lasts until the 31st October and you need to order a minimum of £20.00 worth of products. Just enter coupon code FREEPOSTLILY during checkout to get the free shipping.

POSTED BY CLARE ON 26 OCTOBER 2008 AT 13:43

Blemish Stick from Body Shop

Having had pesky spots on my chin for what seems an eternity, I actually got round to purchasing the tea tree blemish stick from Body shop, it's the best £4 I've spend in ages and has been clearing my chin up a treat!

POSTED BY CLARE ON 22 SEPTEMBER 2008 AT 20:41

Caribbean Therapy by Aveda

This smells good enough to eat. Hydrate and smooth the skin with a rich, creamy blend of exotic fruit and nut oils of the Caribbean. Warm island aromas of amyris, bay, vetiver and lime rejuvenate the senses, great to get your skin beautifully smooth.

POSTED BY CLARE ON 16 SEPTEMBER 2008 AT 19:41

Shimmering Nudes

New from Bobbi Brown, the Shimmering Nudes Palette offers nude shadows that flatter all complexions - a combination of high-shimmer Metallic and soft, pearlised Shimmer Wash Eye Shadows and Espresso Eye Shadow to line eyes and add drama. A must buy for all nude fans - it'll definitely be in my kit!

POSTED BY CLARE ON 06 SEPTEMBER 2008 AT 19:01

Scrub with REN!

A deep cleansing, non-abrasive, facial scrub that will leave your skin feeling purified, invigorated and smoothed! Jojoba Micro Bead Purifying Facial Scrub is suitable for all skin types and gently removes dead skin cells and promotes healthy cell renewal. It also contains essential oils of Juniper and Peppermint to detoxify, soothe and cool. Check it out on www.renskincare.com

POSTED BY CLARE ON 31 AUGUST 2008 AT 12:55

Need to shape your brows?

Poetic brow shaping sugar wax is a cold wax kit perfect for staying ‘in shape’ between spa stops and ideal on-the-go. Goof-proof water-soluble wax spreads on easily where you want it—and washes off where you don’t. Plus, it comes with a post-wax calming balm that actually slows hair re-growth. Kit includes: sugar wax, calming balm, reusable spatulas, and 50 pre-cut cloth waxing strips. All for £28.00 from www.blisslondon.co.uk

POSTED BY CLARE ON 18 AUGUST 2008 AT 20:03

Ultra Stretchable eyeshadow

New from Bourjois, ombre eyeshadow that can be stretched and blended infinitely, thanks to its remarkable formula enriched with nylon microspheres. It can be used to create looks that range from subtle to intense. Available in 8 colours and each is a gorgeous compact case, with panoramic mirror and expert brush.

POSTED BY CLARE ON 15 AUGUST 2008 AT 19:54

NEW High Impact Lip Colour SPF15 from Clinique

An ultra-moisturising, long wearing lipstick forumula that protects lips with SPF15 sun protection. It's claimed it lasts up to 8 hours! Available in 20 shades and if you're quick you can pick up a free High Impact Mascara sample.

POSTED BY CLARE ON 08 AUGUST 2008 AT 10:20

Taxi!!!!

Designed and developed in the UK, Taxi London is inspired by the swinging 60's, Taxi London is ‘make up on the move’. The range is aimed at fitting in with your fast paced, hectic lifestyle and has simple combinations of products and ingenious packaging to help you speed up your beauty routine. With shades named after London destinations, there’s something for everyone… See www.taxicosmetics.com

POSTED BY CLARE ON 31 JULY 2008 AT 13:58