Hair extensions have had a bit of a bad reputation over the past couple of decades, we think it’s high time all that changed. Gone are the days when they were just the preserve of WAGs and dodgy reality TV stars, the latest crop of extensions are beautifully natural, a cinch to care for and most important of all, they’re the best way of creating a brand new, bespoke hair look … [Read more...] about How to have natural looking hair extensions this summer
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Post-flight pick-me-ups
Everyone loves a good holiday, but the crippling jet lag when you get back? Not so fun. From dried out skin to swollen ankles and aching joints, long distance travel can wreak havoc on your body. Whether it’s lack of sleep or those uncomfortable plane seats, jet-lag can erase your holiday zen in an instant, leaving you feeling slow and sluggish before you’ve even reached the … [Read more...] about Post-flight pick-me-ups
5 of the most relaxing steam rooms in London
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
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