You've been eyeing up that helix hoop for weeks. Or maybe you've just discovered that a "curated ear" is a thing, and now you want seven piercings by Friday (it’s a vibe). Whether you're planning your very first lobe piercing or adding to an already impressive collection, there's a lot to think about, from placement and healing times to choosing the right studio and jewellery. … [Read more...] about Ear piercing: your complete guide to types, safety and aftercare
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One island, five coasts: booking hair, nails and beauty across Sardinia
Twenty-one salons across five stretches of Sardinian coast, each with real reviews, prices you can see before you book and a slot you can reserve online. This is your Sardinia beauty planning, settled before you pick your beach. Why this guide exists Here is the thing most people learn a week into planning Sardinia: you cannot really “do” the island. It is enormous, the … [Read more...] about One island, five coasts: booking hair, nails and beauty across Sardinia
The Algarve, beyond the resort gates: where to book hair, nails and beauty along the coast
Twenty-one salons from Lagos to Tavira, every one with real reviews, prices you can see before you book, and a slot you can reserve online. This is the beauty side of the Algarve that isn't on your hotel's treatment menu (and is usually where the locals are heading too). Why this guide exists The Algarve is built to keep you comfortable. That is rather the point of it. … [Read more...] about The Algarve, beyond the resort gates: where to book hair, nails and beauty along the coast
HydraFacial: the glow-giving facial explained
There's a particular glow people have the morning after a really good facial. Dewy, bouncy, lit-from-within, like they've slept ten hours and drunk their body weight in water. A HydraFacial is how a lot of people get there on a Tuesday lunch break. It's a hard-working treatment that combines multiple steps for smoother and more radiant-looking skin. It suits most skin types … [Read more...] about HydraFacial: the glow-giving facial explained
Santorini and beyond: where to book hair, nails and beauty across the Cyclades
Four islands linked by ferry, from the Santorini caldera to Paros, Naxos and Syros, each with verified reviews, upfront prices and instant online booking. Your Cyclades beauty planning, done before the first crossing. One less thing to figure out once you're living out of a suitcase. Why this guide exists You probably booked the trip for Santorini. The caldera, the blue … [Read more...] about Santorini and beyond: where to book hair, nails and beauty across the Cyclades