For
some time hair type and styles,
using a full size hair straightener can
be a little difficult. They can be cumbersome
and awkward on shorter styles and overly
big for very fine hair.
The Corioliss
Mini is ideal in these instances. It's
a teeny-weeny straightener that performs
just as effectively as its bigger opponents.
The barrel is smaller and thinner and it's
much lighter - an excellent choice for those
with thinner, finer hair and great for managing
shorter hair.
It's easy to use near the roots, giving
good lift to those who need it. It's also
ideal for packing in your bag for holidays
or weekends away. We particularly love the
red and black animal print design.
With
the arrival of spring
it's essential that you don't leave home
without SPF protection.
Although the weather may not be at its hottest,
the suns rays even at this time of year
can be damaging and also cause early ageing
signs.
Most good moisturizers contain a sun protection
factor nowadays but check to see if your
does. If not you will need to use added
protection or switch to one that does.
If you are using a moisturizer that is a
designated 'night cream', perhaps because
your skin is dry, then it is unlikely to
contain an SPF.
And if you want to avoid deepening those
fine lines around the eyes then don't squint
- invest in a good pair of shades!
It's
just about now
that we all get out our strappy sandals
and flip flops and then curl up in horror
at the state of our feet! Tucked away
in socks and boots all winter it's probably
been some time since you paid them any
attention.
But nothing spoils a look more than dead,
hard, dry skin and unkempt toe nails.
Time to put in some repair work before
the really good weather arrives.
Skin on the feet is really quite tough
so a strong exfoliator used twice a week
will soon do its work. Don't rub too vigorously
though - a firm but gentle massage will
do the job. Always follow on with a decent
layer of cream, lotions are not usually
effective enough on feet some invest in
a heavier duty cream, and it will be most
effective if applied just before bed.
Toe nails should always be trimmed just
after a bath when nails are more pliable
to avoid snapping and follow with a file
just as you would fingernails. Never 'see-saw'
back and forth with a file as this causes
splitting and peeling.
If you can invest in a glass or crystal
nail file they really are so much better
for the job.
If you love colour on your toes then follow
with 2 coats of top coat to make it last
but even if you prefer no colour, toe
nails always look prettier with just a
clear coat of varnish to make them look
healthier.
For a lovely manicured look to the feet
we love L'Occitane's Foot Cream, Leighton
Denny's Crystal Nail File and Seche Vite
top coat.
