Uncategorized

Ladies, it’s official, March is finally here, and at last we can cast off the shackles of winter and look ahead to the return of spring. As daffodils and snowdrops begin to appear, creating a carpet of blossoming colour across the nation, now is the time to also implement those beauty trends that will inject a little much needed glow back into our skin.

Luckily for you, I’ve got the lowdown on all the beauty secrets you’ll need to ensure your skin is glowing this season, as women everywhere begin gearing up for a beauty overhaul.

With the sun putting in a more regular appearance, it’s time to regain that natural glow. Garnier BB Cream is a miracle skin protector that promises to reduce the look of fine lines, redness and imperfections, leaving you with a luminous and fresh complexion. This product also seeks to add some much needed hydration to your skin following the long dry spell of winter.

If, like many sensible people, you spend the chillier periods of the year wrapped up in a state of hibernation, then no doubt your skin will now be in need of a little TLC. Firstly, we need to address the sensitive topic of shaving. It’s been a long winter, whereby a little extra leg hair is sometimes required simply for that added layer of warmth. However, with winter now over, it’s time to take control of the situation and claim back some femininity. Uberwurst Shaving Crème transforms into a rich cushioning mousse, eradicating the need for any other pre-shaving products, making this whole process a lot less painful.

Once you feel ready to ‘dare to bare’, you need to make sure those pins are feeling silky and smooth. A good exfoliator like Thalgo Sweet & Savoury Body Scrub will help to eliminate any rough patches and leave your skin feeling beautifully soft. The multi-sensory scrub will also ensure you go about your day smelling like roses, as the product is infused with the deliciously sweet scents of Mediterranean essential oils.

Big, bold and fluttering eyelashes are emerging as one of the key make-up trends of the season. We’ve seen models and celebs rocking this statement style and we’re keen to get on board the bandwagon! L'Oreal Paris Volume Million Lashes is our go-to mascara for creating this striking fanned out lash look. However, I recommend using the waterproof version just in case you get caught in any of those April showers.

So ladies, one big tip you need to be aware of - less is more. Especially when the new ‘it’ hairstyle is making the rounds this spring, as the hottest ‘must-have’ style trend. The recent Michael Kors catwalk during New York Fashion Week showcased this look with models wearing extra loose, wispy braids in an almost dishevelled and lived in look. Think bed head chic. To tousle your hair into a loose and effortless style, use Kevin Murphy FRESH.HAIR. This dry shampoo gives body and texture to lifeless hair and will help you on your way to achieving a romantic look that embodies the freshness of the season.

If you like a bit more structure to your hair then may I suggest the more quaffed style of the ‘low pony’. This hair trend is very popular amongst celebs, as it draws attention to the face and is extremely flattering on the eye. Bed Head Candy Fixations Glaze Haze Serum will nourish your hair leaving it easy to manage into those sleek styles. The serum will add lots of shine that will radiate throughout the day and into those ever-warmer nights. And if that didn’t sell it to you, may I just inform you that this wonderfully fragrant product is enriched with the scents of crème brûlée that will leave your hair smelling good enough to eat!

Take note of these springtime beauty tips and you’ll be looking blooming lovely and ready to take on the new season in no time!

#GetTheSalonLook

XOXO

Last Sunday, many of us stayed up late to tune in to watch the 87th Academy Awards. On this most prestigious of evenings, we lay witness to some of the most outstanding beauty transformations modelled by our favourite stars. In honour of this glamorous occasion, we have decided to treat you to some special style tips on how to recreate some of those classic Oscars looks.

First, let’s look back to the bygone days of old Hollywood glam. Any look that manages to catch the eye of a prince seems noteworthy to say the least, and so where better to begin our Oscar beauty tips than with one of the all-time beauties, Grace Kelly? 60 years on and we’re still envious of her flawless complexion that radiated on both the big screen and the red carpet. If, like Grace, you are very fair, you should opt to use products that offer SPF protection. We recommend using Ambre Solaire BB Cream Sun Protection SPF30. This wonderful innovation in skincare will provide even coverage with a tinted formula that will enhance your natural radiance.

Back to the red carpet, and it wasn't just Oscars up for grabs this year. Instead, every celeb in town was vying for the title of who could show the most flesh! Nowhere was this more obvious than at the Vanity Fair after party, where we saw the likes of Rita Ora, Jennifer Lopez and Irina Shayk leaving very little to the imagination. We are in no doubt that these ladies spent hours in the gym perfecting their bodies before the big day, but for those of us who lack the time, and more importantly the effort to do so, let us offer you a very cunning solution.

Enter Thalgo and their ingenious invention of the Stomach & Waist Sculptor. We all have some unwanted lumps and bumps, so a product that combats these problem areas is, in our eyes, a miracle worker. Designed to reach the deeper layers of the skin, the sculpt active technology could reduce the volume of that pesky abdomen area and leave skin visibly smoother and firmer.

The up-do was a strong contender for our most wanted hairstyle at this year's awards. Julianne Moore, Sienna Miller and Rosamund Pike all looked chic and sophisticated with their sleeked back manes! The key to perfecting this eye-catching look is to tame those fly-always, and it's not as hard as you may think.

Firstly do not overlook the power of a good serum. Bed Head Control Freak Frizz Control is specially formulated to deliver a straight and glossy finish to even the most unabiding of hair! Once you’ve styled it, the next stage is keeping it held in place, whereby our tried and tested answer for a supreme hold is Catwalk Session Series Finishing Hairspray. This fast drying formula is long lasting and will add a red carpet shine without the big price tag.

The term and embodiment ‘blonde bombshell’ was created especially for Cameron Diaz, who is a hot favourite on the red carpet. The tanned beauty is famed for her ever-changing hairstyles, and the 2010 awards in particular still inspire us today. Pulling her light blonde locks back to the side with soft, delicate curls, her look optimised the tinsel town style of her Oscar predecessors.   To master this curly blowout style, you will need to apply a little heat, however not too much as this can cause your hair to dry out. To prevent this from happening, I recommend Catwalk Sleek Mystique Blow Out Balm, which provides intense thermal protection while leaving your hair with a glossy shine and a guaranteed Oscar worthy glow!

After recollecting some of our favourite Academy Award moments, I hope you’re feeling inspired to recreate that perfect Oscar look for a night on the town this weekend. You'll be looking like a star in no time!

#GetTheSalonLook

XOXO

For the very fortunate few, the early months of the year are filled with the glitz and glam of awards season, alongside the highly anticipated fashion weeks showcasing the up and coming trends of A/W 15’. Meanwhile, as for the rest of us, we are left to look upon their flawless skin with envy as we deal with the endless cold weather and long days at the office. However, just because we’re not on the red carpet or circulating round the catwalk, doesn’t mean we can’t look like the people we aspire to be! And I'm not just talking a splash of concealer and a bit of lippy - I'm suggesting you go all out and undergo a full beauty makeover! Now ladies, don’t be daunted, with a little bit of time and the right products you’ll be looking front row ready before you can say ‘Moschino’!

First things first, before you start applying any make up, it’s important that you first address your complexion. To create glowing skin, it’s the TLC you put into preparing it that will determine the finished look, whilst becoming acquainted with the secret tricks of the trade, which is where I come in. Establishing a good skincare regime is going to sustain moisture levels and improve your appearance dramatically.

To achieve this level of skin perfection, you need to begin by applying a good, comforting cleanser, and in Thalgo Pure Velvet Cleansing Cream you will discover the ultimate remedy. As the name suggests, this indulgent product will leave your skin feeling soft and smooth, not to mention a little more youthful than the years suggest.

Onwards and upwards, let’s move onto toning, and no, I am not suggesting a gruelling workout at the gym. The type of toner I’m talking about requires much less effort, with some fantastic results. Keeping it in the Thalgo family, and I’ve got a whole lot of love for their Pure Freshness Tonic Lotion. Use this after cleansing to revive your skin with the marine marvel of red algae. Suitable for all skin types, this toner will have you looking as fresh faced and feeling revived.

One word for all of you out there complaining how dry your skin is – moisturiser. Cold weather is a killer at the best of times, but when it comes to our skin, it upsets the balance of moisture levels that keeps it soft. To keep your skin soft and nourished, you should be aiming to moisturise multiple times a day in. For this, I recommend using the radiance boosting L'Oreal Paris Triple Active Day Light Moisturiser. Not only will this seriously nourish your skin, but it also adds an illuminating glow minus the greasy finish.

Take one look at any of the models strolling down the catwalk this season, and it soon becomes apparent that the lips don’t lie about this year’s trends. Lips are big this year; there is no mistaking that, however they appear to stand out like never before, and by this, I don’t mean most of the models have had detox. So how to we get fuller lips like the beautiful Angelina Jolie? Well, I’ll let you into a little secret, it’s not all about the liner and vibrant lippy! No, no, the trick of lips is hydration; again think skin! Maybelline have come up with a miracle solution in the form of their Baby Lips Lip Balm. Formulated to provide healthier looking lips with a baby soft finish, this handy product comes in a three pack making it easy to maintain that everlasting pout!

Make-up is a wonderful thing don’t you think? Executed correctly and it can change your appearances dramatically. However, to get it right is to strike the right balance that resembles your natural look. One great way of maintaining that complexion you’ve worked so hard to achieve is to apply cosmetic products that encourage its development. The make-up artists working behind the scenes at the fashion weeks in New York, London, Paris and Milan are all raving about the redness reducing power of BB cream. Garnier Miracle Skin Perfector is a BB cream with a difference, not only will it hide imperfections and reduce redness, it also provides added protection with an SPF 25 formula. Sun protection is important throughout the year, as exposure can cause the appearance of ageing and fine lines. This product is also going to give you a radiant glow, which despite the weather, you’ll be looking as sun kissed as runway model Alessandra Ambrosio all year round.

So ladies, there is absolutely no excuse, as this just goes to show that upgrading your beauty regime can be quick and simple. The right products will do wonders for your appearance and will have you at catwalk standard in no time!

#GetTheSalonLook

XOXO