Right, I’ve made a decision and I’m putting it here in writing so I can’t go back on it; this is the year that I (finally) stop biting my nails and grow them. And that means they need to be healthy. I spoke to nail pro, Lauren Williams – Director of award-winning nail bar, London Grace – to find out how to get the strong, healthy nails of my dreams. By Beth … [Read more...] about This is how to keep your nails healthy (according to a pro)
Beauty
Five things I wish I had known before trying dermaplaning
I’ve done some crazy things in the name of beauty – honestly, I once ironed my hair with an actual iron – so when I heard that dermaplaning uses a surgical scalpel to scrape away the layer of dead cells and peach-fuzz facial hairs at your skin’s surface I was more eager than ever. I headed to Dermrefine to try it out for myself – here’s everything I wish I’d … [Read more...] about Five things I wish I had known before trying dermaplaning
These were the 10 most-searched beauty questions on Google in 2019
Imagine a life without Google. No, seriously. Imagine not being able to find out who that-actor-in-that-film was or how long to boil an egg for by doing a quick search. I use Google multiple times a day, for everything from directions to beauty tips – and I’m not the only one. There are millions of beauty-related searches in Europe alone each year. What were people … [Read more...] about These were the 10 most-searched beauty questions on Google in 2019
Going all-out this New Year’s Eve? These three treatments will get you party-ready
We know, we know. New Year’s Eve is the most over-hyped night of the year, but ringing in the new year is a pretty good excuse to go all-out (not that we need one), besides it’s the only day of the year I get properly glammed-up just to go to the local. These are the treatments to get you feeling a little extra. By Beth Ludolf How long do lash extensions last after your … [Read more...] about Going all-out this New Year’s Eve? These three treatments will get you party-ready
Why The Spa at Macdonald Berystede Hotel is the perfect break from the city
London is great but sometimes hopping on a train for an hour can do wonders – especially when what’s on the other end is a spa. I spent the afternoon relaxing at The Spa at Macdonald Berystede Hotel, here’s what I thought. By Beth Ludolf What facilities can you use at The Spa at Macdonald Berystede Hotel? You have access to a thermal suite with two saunas, a salt room, … [Read more...] about Why The Spa at Macdonald Berystede Hotel is the perfect break from the city