We’re long-standing fans of ombre hair. Lucky for us, it’s a trend that’s stuck around (unlike hair mascara and zig zag partings – maybe one day). A dreamy dye job that finishes your locks with a light burst of blonde, this one’s perfect if you’re not quite ready to commit to full-blown colour. Since we’re all for trying it first, and will take any excuse for a hair wash and … [Read more...] about We sent Sarina to try ombre hair, and she loved it as much as we do
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Here’s when to wax your body parts (if you want to)
Brows, legs, those cheeky chin hairs – you can wax wherever you want, if you want to. The only rule? Timings. Hair needs to be long enough for wax to grab from the root, and that varies across the body. Technical stuff, sort of, but we’ve got your back (and front): here’s a timeline of when to wax each body part, so all you need to worry about is which pair of wide-leg trousers … [Read more...] about Here’s when to wax your body parts (if you want to)
Will this manicure save your dry, damaged nails?
Pub on a Sunday. 99 with a flake. Westlife. The classics. Sticking to the good stuff extends to our beauty treatments too, because sometimes, there’s nothing better than an old school manicure. No UV lamps, no tin foil removal, just a traditional freshening-up of the fingertips. Gel nails can have a bad reputation (FYI, here’s the truth), but the classic mani really is a … [Read more...] about Will this manicure save your dry, damaged nails?
Here’s why the CACI facial is replacing Botox
We’re not giving up on our quest for the Elixir of life – it’s out there somewhere, and we’re getting closer by the day – but for the time being, we’re pretty happy with CACI facials. No needles, nothing invasive, no Botox, just a natural (OK, electric) boost to your skin for a brighter looking complexion. What is a CACI facial and how does it work? A … [Read more...] about Here’s why the CACI facial is replacing Botox
The truth about pores (and how you can shrink them)
Don’t hate the messenger, but we’ve got some skin truths to share. Those pores on your face? They’re going nowhere. Ice cubes, sebum masks, head over a steaming pot, the at-home remedies just won’t work – pores are part of you, folks, it’s in the genes. But not all hope is lost. If you’re on a quest to conceal (though there’s really no need), like your favourite cashmere … [Read more...] about The truth about pores (and how you can shrink them)