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Listed are the posts for January 2010.

Counterfeit Perfumes

It has recently been found that counterfeit perfumes, often sold in America, can contain substances like urine, antifreeze, and bacteria. Not only is this disgusting, but also dangerous. Not only that, but the proceeds often go to organizations that fund terrorism, drug cartels, and child labor. It can be difficult to tell whether the perfume [...]


Fashion Fix – Balmain Diffusion Line

There’s been a rumour circling that a Balmain diffusion line is in the works – meaning more affordable Balmain pieces for fashionistas. The news has had everyone who knows and cares about fashion getting very excited. Sadly, Vogue has reported that it is only a rumour and not in fact true. A spokesperson explained: “There [...]


Beauty Definition – Pheomelanin

Most of us have heard of melanin. It is a pigment, but there are actually two types of melanin which give hair and skin its colour. One of these is pheomelanin, which gives the body pink and red tones. Pheomelanin can be found in both light and dark-skinned people although females usually have more than [...]


Spring Skin – Part 4

We’ve covered the best cleansers, toners, serums and moisturisers to use now in order to get glowing skin in time for spring. But the routine doesn’t stop there! There are little add ons for your skincare regime which can make a huge difference to how healthy your complexion is. Here’s my pick of the best. [...]


Avatar Look

There’s been a lot of buzz around the film Avatar lately, with the special effects getting some excellent feedback and fans of the film being made all the time. This fan has taken thing one step further by creating an Avatar look for herself. It is certainly impressive and looks incredibly time consuming. She’s clearly [...]


I Heart Paris

Another day at Paris Fashion week, another bizarre hair style. Models t the Chanel trotted down the catwalk with huge heart-shaped up-dos covered in Victorian trinkets. There was a distinct Valentine’s Day vibe, despite the collection being for next autumn and winter. The look is incredidbly creative and innovative, but not so wearable off the [...]


Product of the Week

In a couple of weeks it will be Valentines day. If you’re part of a couple then why not consider getting SBC Massage Gel? Not only can you give your other half a relaxing massage for his or her Valentine’s gift, the product also works hard to detox the body. A new formula, with added [...]


Hair Trend – Two Tone

Paris Fashion Week has officially kicked off this week. Next season is set to be on the wild side for hair by the looks of the models at Mabille’s sho. The models all had half their hair, split at the parting, “dyed” (they were actually hair extensions) in neon shades, like bold pink and acid [...]


Beauty and the Dirt Loves Medik8

Beauty and the dirt loves Medik8. In a feature published by the beauty and lifestyle website last summer, they stated “The Medik8 Pretox Infin8 is extremely popular and is known for producing results similar to Botox. We absolutely adore the entire collection here at BATD HQ, but if we must choose, our two favorites have [...]


Spring Skin – Part 3

In our spring skin series, we’ve talked about the best cleansers, toners and serums to use now in order to get your complexion sparkling by spring time. Today, we’re delving in to moisturisers. Here’s my pick of the best moisturisers for glowing, radiant spring skin. Dermaquest Revive Cream – Leaves a silky, refined texture while [...]


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