Formulated for those with more mature skin, NEW No7 Restore & Renew Day and Night Serum, £24.95 actively targets the five key signs of ageing for mature skin: wrinkles lack of firmness uneven pigmentation fragility dull skin Boots has once … Continue reading
Looking for an extravagant Xmas gift that won’t break the bank? Then take a look at the indulgent range of spa products from Fenjal’s Classic skincare range. It contains natural oils, looks classy and the price makes it an all-out … Continue reading
Alzheimer’s, the deadly brain disease, may soon be treated or prevented by gene replacement, according to a leading expert. And the new genes could be used in a nasal spray, according to Professor Julie Williams of Cardiff University. Given the … Continue reading
It’s all in the blood. Scientists now believe that even at birth, a simple blood test could provide clues to the diseases we will suffer in later life. Researchers at London’s King’s College, have found 22 molecules linked to metabolism, … Continue reading
We get to see a lot of beauty gadgets and unfortunately most of them are one-minute wonders and end up gathering dust in the bathroom cabinet. One of the worst offenders in this respect has been battery operated pedicure devices. … Continue reading
Forty-five years after it was first launched, the flag-ship moisturiser of the world’s first ever dermatologist-created, prestige brand, has undergone its first reformulation. Dramatically Different Moisturising Lotion+ has been launched after 6.5 years of research and clinical trials, with additional … Continue reading
This is a great set of gizmos to add extra power to your workouts – whether its running or cycling or other sports. The kit includes a receiver that plugs into your smartphone, a chest strap and a sport arm … Continue reading
Fillast In Depth Revitalizer says it is a ‘shock’ treatment for ageing skin. And it lives up to its claim. Right from the first application of the serum, which comes in ampoules, the skin perks up and starts to look … Continue reading
Phyto Paris Subtil Elixir has a luxurious cocktail of indulgent ingredients to give hair intense shine. Perfect for really dry hair. It contains egg yolk oil (rich in vitamins A and E, plus minerals; corn germ oil with regenerating … Continue reading
As we age it’s even more important to know what is happening with our body. The Beuer ECG heart Monitor is a handy, compact and light device that can be used at home or on the move to measure our … Continue reading
For anyone who has tried Dermaroller in an aesthetic clinic or any home skin roller kit, this is a great innovation. ‘Needling’ the skin, as it is called, and pricking it with tiny punctures has been proven to boost it … Continue reading
The Genie is a unique bra, that is not only comfortable but gives you a great shaped bustline without any of the nasty overhang that you get from other products. This bra has sold more than 50 million worldwide which … Continue reading
Proactiv is a new specialist skincare range from the US, aimed at solving specific problems such as acne and spotty outbreaks – for people of all ages and men/women. And since it’s also great value is it growing something of … Continue reading
This is a new ‘mascara’ which aims to extend your lashes without all the bother and fuss of getting them done in a salon. What you do have to remember is that you only put it on the ends of … Continue reading
Just before Christmas I decided that I needed to take more exercise. So do I rejoin a gym? My first thought is definitely not – the nearest is populated by guys who leave great huge pools of sweat on the … Continue reading
This is a wonderful product for special occasions when you want to give you skin that ‘wow factor’! It does exactly what it says on the packet – drenches the skin in 23 carat luxury! We wouldn’t go as far … Continue reading
It’s very disconcerting to know that when you reach a certain age the mail that comes through your letter box is designed to make you feel as if you have suddenly acquired a whole host of diseases and that you … Continue reading
This serum has cult status with women paying a high price to get a virtual facelift from a bottle. It contains EGF – Epidermal Growth Factors – which is a natural substance in the human body that promotes cellular growth. … Continue reading
There are some beauty houses whose products are consistently high quality and do exactly what they promise. YON-KA Paris is one. Their products combine the best of both worlds – the best that can be found in nature together with … Continue reading
The French beauty house Gatineau, known for its quality anti-ageing products, recently updated its Melatongenine range Melatogenine has been at the forefront of anti-wrinkle innovation for more than 12 years with its ‘youth molecule’ delivery. Now there are new ingredients … Continue reading
On Friday I had an invitation to meet the lovely Stephanie Taylor (pictured below) who is MD of Kegel8, at the Richmond Literary Festival. So I go along to see a performance by Funny Women, a group of female comedians whose … Continue reading
Girls and ladies love their hair accessories. And they don’t come more elegant and beautiful than those made by Alexandre de Paris which use the finest materials, including sparkly Swarovski crystals, feathers and mink. Once only on sale at high … Continue reading
A British-pioneered dental treatment which halts dental decay by regenerating tooth enamel may soon be available to patients through the NHS. It has just become available to private dentists in the UK. The development of Curodont, a liquid remineralisation treatment … Continue reading
It’s surprising what a little change can make to your overall look. For instance, this year patterned tights and stockings are making a big fashion statement. And its a very inexpensive way to give your whole look a makeover. This week … Continue reading
