Product of the Day – Lycogel

Lycogel is the first breathable colour corrective treatment that combines cosmetic and skincare technology to promote post-proceedure healing, soothe sensitive skin, rejuvenate and camouflage at the same time.  Around the world, Lycogel is widely used and recommended by dermatologists and plastic surgeons to not only immediately cover, but help to cool and soothe the skin, heal redness, bruising, and scar.

Lycogel produces a light, velvety second skin effect, virtually erasing lines and wrinkles while soothing snf protecting the skin, concealing acne, rosacea and other sensitive skin conditions. Sun protection factor SPF30.

Available from Only Nature

Quick tip – Morning Cleanse

Did you know that washing your face in the morning isn’t really necessary? Providing that you thoroughly cleansed before going to bed, your skin shouldn’t have become dirty overnight, unless your pillowcase isn’t clean or you didn’t remove your makeup properly.

Over cleansing can lead to dry, uncomfortable, sensitive or irritated skin, so don’t over do it.

If you feel like you need a bit of a freshen up, then simply splash the face with some water int the morning.

Winehouse Lookalikes at Fashion Week

The Jean Paul Gaultier fashion show was a huge homage to the late Amy Winehouse. All the models in the show were decked out in large beehive wigs, given the singer’s signature thick, winged eyeliner and a beauty mark on the lip to represent her piercing there. The music for the show was made up entirely of her songs too. It seems to French designer was very inspired by the iconic songstress.

Product of the Day – Neostrata Eye Cream

Neostrata Eye Cream is a highly moisturising, non-irritating cream that gently yet effectively reduces dryness and the appearance of fine lines in the delicate area around the eyes. Contains Gluconolactone and Vitamin E to gently moisturise and restore the skin around the eyes. For all skin types, including sensitive skin.

Available from Only Nature

Carrie Bradshaw Waves

The fictional character Carrie Bradshaw is still as iconic for her style as she ever was. One of her best loved assets was her full, wavy blonde hair. This excellent video shows how you can create the wild waves of the Sex and the City character. Enjoy!


Katy’s Lashes

The details of Katy Perry’s collaboration with Eyelure have been announced. The popstar is releasing a number of false eyelash designs with the company, which all resemble Katy’s famous long lashed look.

Katy Perry states that she used Eyelure lashes all through her tour, so this seems like a natural collaboration for the brand. The range will include four different lash designs; “Sweetie Pie,” dainty, natural lashes; “Oh, Honey,” a fuller set; “Cool Kitty,” shorter and suitable for daytime; and “Oh, My,” bold, attention-grabbing lashes. “This style is full of texture, but lightweight and very wearable,” Perry says of the latter, based on Eylure’s double lashes. “The perfect accessory for your eyes.”

The Skin Awards

Every year, Dr Vail Reese, an American dermatologist, unveils his awards for the best and worse celebrity skin moments of the previous twelve months. For 2011, Dr Reese announced the beauty mark which Michelle Williams added in her portrayal as Marilyn Monroe as a top moment.

“The beauty mark had an established career before the invention of celluloid,” explains Dr. Reese “[They were] used to heighten the features of the aristocracy. Some have postulated that marks were used to conceal small pox scars.”

1950s Hair Care

How often do you wash your hair? According to this video clip from the 1950s, it used to be normal to only wash your hair every two weeks. There’s no mention of conditioner, but astringent products like vinegar and lemon juice are suggested to make the hair shaft squeaky clean.

Weird Beauty – Intimia Cleavage Pillow

Winning my award for strangest beauty product of 2012 is the breast pillow from Intimia. This odd looking contraption rests in the cleavage while you sleep, so that when you wake up you don’t have any wrinkles forming from the bust lying to the side. This just seems unnecessary to me, but what do you think? Another gimmick or a clever gizmo?

Fashion Fix – Young Versace

Cindy Crawford’s daughter, Kaia Gerber, has made her modelling debut. The young model is just ten years old and has become the face of Young Versace – an infant and child line from the big name design house.

Her mother Cindy seems very pleased for her daughter and was quoted as saying…

“I’m so thrilled that Kaia was chosen to be part of the first Young Versace Campaign. I have so many fond memories of the times I spent with Gianni and Donatella. There is something so very special about the House of Versace. Being on-set with my daughter watching her in front of the camera was a fantastic experience. I am so proud of her.”

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