Skin supplements have become a popular choice to combat signs of ageing, we have seen and tried many brands with mixed results. Lumity are a really popular brand made for women by a woman who was looking for results herself; they don’t only deal with … [Read more...]
CAUDALIE NEW VINE ACTIV RANGE
Ok, when we heard that Caudalie have brought out a new range of skincare, we had to tell you about it. They say their latest range, Vine Activ, has been designed especially for "activating youth" and is made up of 4 products. They've done their … [Read more...]
NEW VICHY SKINCARE
Two new products from Vichy Laboratoires, the number one skincare brand in European pharmacies are launching after a lot of research: Idélia Peeling, and Slow Âge. All of Vichy’s products are suitable for even the most sensitive skin, and we … [Read more...]
SPOTLIGHT: REJUVENATED COLLAGEN SHOTS
By Jaci Stephen Body or face? Having failed to acquire a 22-inch waist my entire life, I reached my mid-fifties realising that I had two options: keep struggling with diets and enduring tortuous exercise in the ever-uphill climb for sculpted … [Read more...]
ELIZABETH ARDEN SKIN RENEWAL BOOSTER
By Hannah Powling They say the best things come in smaller packages, but in this case the bigger the better - as Elizabeth Arden have just launched their SuperStart Skin Renewal Booster in a new 50ml size, exclusively online. This hydrating … [Read more...]
ULTRASUN’S NEW RELEASES
By Alexandra Quilici We are all susceptible to UV rays, the dangerous sun rays that penetrate deep into the dermis and cause intense wrinkles and increase likelihood for skin cancer. It doesn't matter if you are sitting in a car, if it's a cloudy … [Read more...]
M&S TO LAUNCH PURE MARINE ACTIVE
M&S are adding to their Pure Active Skincare range with their targeted anti ageing formulations; Pure Marine Active. Using ingredients straight from the waters; the range contains active natural ingredients, all of which are … [Read more...]
WINTER SKINCARE ESSENTIAL: ULTRASUN
We should all know by now that sun protection isn't just for summer holidays - it is just as important to keep yourself prevented from the harmful UV rays all year round too. It's really good to know why this is important, and be aware of the facts … [Read more...]
BEAUTY SPOTLIGHT: FILLERINA
by Chrissy Iley I am sure by now everyone is scared of fillers. Think, Meg Ryan. Think pillow face. Think, monster. Plus also think, fear of needles. So I was super excited when I heard about Fillerina (£79.00). I know, terrible name, it … [Read more...]
BEAUTY SPOTLIGHT: CAUDALIE POLYPHENAL C15
Caudalie is a brand that used to be associated with swanning off to France and picking up your favourites from the pharmacie. Now, thank goodness, it's a regular on the beauty shelves in the UK, and we can try their newest creations as soon as they … [Read more...]
BEAUTY SPOTLIGHT: !QMS CO-LECTINE 3
by Chrissy Iley I had been told about !QMS`s new product !QMS Co-Lectine 3 (£157.00). In a worst kept secret sort of way. It's the best anti-aging serum on the market. People are quietly raving about it but don’t want to tell others about … [Read more...]
BEAUTY SPOTLIGHT: PROTO-COL THE LIFT
by Chrissy Iley Proto-Col The Lift (£29.95) calls itself no-tox; the serum that gives lift without the toxicity of botox. I was very excited to receive this new collagen technology. Who does not want to be lifted without being paralyzed by the … [Read more...]
FAVOURITE FIVE: HIGH SPF FACE CREAMS
Vichy Ideal Soleil Velvety BB Cream SPF 50+ (£15.50). It's one of our favourites from Vichy, and is tinted in a one-fits-all type shade, so you couldn't get much more fuss free. It gives you an instant holiday glow that will have people complimenting … [Read more...]
BEAUTY SPOTLIGHT: DERMAQUEST HYDRAFIRM
by Chrissy Iley You know you must be doing something right when you consistently run on no sleep and people tell you how good your skin looks. I have been using this luxury facial serum only a few days before there was a dramatic improvement. … [Read more...]
BEAUTY SPOTLIGHT: GREEN PEOPLE TINTED DD MOISTURISER
by Chrissy Iley I have never been disappointed by a Green People product and Green People Age Defy+ Tinted DD Moisturiser SPF 15 (£34.95) has exceeded all my expectations. It does something magical - it provides coverage, yet it is light and … [Read more...]
BEAUTY SPOTLIGHT: GREEN PEOPLE AGE DEFY+
by Chrissy Iley Can you really remove a wrinkle with a pill? The people at Green People think so. A course of Age Defy+ Green Beauty With Astaxanthin (£32.95 for 60 capsules) fights wrinkles and improves skin elasticity. The capsules are 550 … [Read more...]
BEAUTY SPOTLIGHT: EXUVIANCE SKIN CARE
by Chrissy Iley Exuviance is the best selling skin care range in Scandinavia. It comes in silver and turquoise no-nonsense packaging that tells you it is dermatologist developed. It is about science and efficiency. I tried the Exuviance Age … [Read more...]
BEAUTY SPOTLIGHT: OMOROVICZA GOLD NIGHT DROPS
by Chrissy Iley I am a big fan of the Omorovicza range. I have enjoyed their cleansing scrub and their tinted moisturiser for a year or so. Now I have discovered their amazing Gold Night Drops (£185.00). You put them on and wake up with … [Read more...]
The Fountain Of Youth
When we're not busily slathering our skin with the newest youth-enhancing discoveries, we're figuring out ways in which we can incorporate the latest beauty-boosting superfoods into our daily diets (Chia seeds sprinkled over salads and Maca powder in … [Read more...]
The Best in Beauty Just Got Better
Whilst the beauty world is never short of a new launch, it seems that a handful of brands, despite having already created close-to-perfect skincare formulations and secured loyal long-standing customers, have turned their focus toward improving, … [Read more...]
Cult Beauty Birthday: Elemis Pro-Collagen Marine Cream
That a beauty product manages to reach cult status whilst the industry is continuously introducing new, innovative and hi-science competitors is, in itself, something of a feat. That it continues to do so with a premium luxury product, after 10 … [Read more...]