There’s a reason why many choose an up-do for the big day. Not only does it sneakily avoid any weather-related issues (humidity, rain and wind can be monstrously unkind), it also lets your dress take centre-stage. But if you’re looking for something less traditional, there are dozens of alternatives to this fail-safe style for the modern bride. So – without further ado – … [Read more...] about 4 fresh bridal up-dos we’re saying ‘we will’ to
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8 shades of blonde you’ll want to show your hair stylist
Bronde, ash, honey? Choosing your shade of blonde is a minefield, but navigate it correctly, and you’ll save time and dollar. There’s a lot of choice, so we’ve narrowed it down to the best shades in the bunch, a blonde dictionary, if you like. Godspeed future blondes, here’s your guide to the varying tones, and what to ask for to get ‘em. By Rachel Spedding How do you choose … [Read more...] about 8 shades of blonde you’ll want to show your hair stylist
4 ways hot massage sends our troubles flying
Hot massage takes all the mindblowingly relaxing effects of regular massage and turns them up a notch. There are a number of a hot massage varieties – most usually involve soothing oils – some involve hot stones – and they’re all amazing. What are the main benefits of a hot massage? A hot massage helps to banish muscle tightness, boosts circulation, cleanses your pores, … [Read more...] about 4 ways hot massage sends our troubles flying
8 ways to minimise waxing pain we wish we’d known about before
I admit, waxing can hurt like a you-know-what, but aside from a choc ice on a hot summer’s day, not much beats that silky skin feeling. Whether you’re fresh to the wax bed, or a seasoned hair remover, knowing how to ease the ‘ouch’ is always a bonus. We’ve got hacks by the bucketload – well, 8 to be precise – that’ll leave your skin ready for a-waxing’. Deep breathe (more … [Read more...] about 8 ways to minimise waxing pain we wish we’d known about before
Everything you’re dying to know about eyebrow microblading
When we heard there was a treatment that could remedy the over-plucking we did to our brows in our teens, we had a small celebration. It’s like, the first step towards the time machine. Microblading is also a total life saviour if you’re finding your brows are thinning over time or you just want a fuller shape. What is microblading and how does it work? … [Read more...] about Everything you’re dying to know about eyebrow microblading