Tag: facial

How to: Have a Fabulous Facial

Tue, 19 February 2013 10:02AM

There are a few things that you should absolutely give a little nudge to ensure they travel further. For me, they include the dollar, the toddler, and the facial. There is nothing more deflating than shelling out your hard-earned cash for a treatment that is forgotten as soon as the lavender oil burns to its base. For me,… more

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My New Year’s Beauty Resolution: Treat Myself More to, Well, Treatments

Thu, 3 January 2013 10:09AM

The New Year is the perfect time to reassess and take stock. And while many of the promises made in the wee hours of January 1 after one too many champagnes are all but forgotten the following week – you know the ones: “I’m only going to consume only green juice this year!” “I will… more

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How to: Find Time for an At-Home Facial

Tue, 27 November 2012 10:09AM

If you’re anything like me your to-do list looks like this: put up a tree, adorn it with an annoying array of tinsel, buy 14 gifts from 17 different shops, vacuum said tinsel, get a chiropractor appointment from the injury sustained from putting up the tree, bake several plum puddings, dust bust more tinsel and… more

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How to: Do a Super-Easy Skin-Brightening Facial

Mon, 9 July 2012 2:53PM

Glowy skin never goes out of style. But while it’s in fashion every season, it’s especially lust-worthy in winter, when the winds and chill can zap skin of its soft suppleness. Here’s how to get your glow back … without having to leave your bathroom. Remove all traces of makeup with a creamy cleanser. Wipe off… more

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The Lowdown on Facial Oils and Why You Need One This Winter

Mon, 18 June 2012 10:55AM

Apart from the occasional breakout, I’ve been pretty fortunate (touch wood) when it comes to my skin. My main gripe was always the small bumps across my cheekbones and sometimes on and around my chin that didn’t come to a head (pun intentional) but sat just under the surface. Fortunately, they were – and are… more

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Video: Why Face Masks Are So Damn Great

Fri, 6 January 2012 8:00AM

If you’re not quite as into face masks as I am, please watch this video so I can change your mind. Bonus footage: My face is green! Here’s the video… And here are the Cheat Notes… There are 6 specific tips I share in this video, namely tips that help you decide which mask is best for you. Here’s… more

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How to: do an at-home facial like a pro.

Mon, 28 November 2011 8:38AM

If you read my post last week, you’ll know I’m partial to the odd bit of pampering, especially in a luxe day spa (right now, our vote goes to The Spa at The Darling Hotel), but after years of trialling the latest skincare treatments, I’ve learned to use my day-spa-time wisely, picking the therapists brains… more

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Found: The Darling of all spas.

Mon, 21 November 2011 12:05PM

Pampering, we all love it and deserve it but from experience, I’ve always saved my pretty pennies for when I’m overseas to book in for a spa treatment or two. I love Paris for it’s decadent spa fit outs and New York with its sea of celebrity-approved, fancy-but-affordable skin clinics situated on every second corner…. more

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Try Something New Thursday: Manuka Honey Facial

Thu, 27 October 2011 8:30AM

Despite all the hoo-hah surrounding Manuka honey, I only really started getting into it a few months back. First things first, Manuka honey is not to be confused with the standard honey you butter on your toast. Yes, it has the same golden, gooey consistency, but the difference with this sticky stuff is that it’s… more

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Red carpet beauty tips straight from Gwyneth Paltrow’s facialist.

Tue, 27 September 2011 1:45PM

It’s no secret that I love Gwyneth Paltrow to bits. Is there anything the women can’t do? She’s beyond stylish, an insane cook, has more celeb friends than we’ve had hot dinners and above all, seems really down to earth. To prove it, I was on GOOP.com this morning when I stumbled upon a virtual… more

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