Guide2 Beauty & Grooming

Madonna to launch fragrance

2011-11-08T22:25:00.000Z

Global icon Madonna has signed an agreement with perfume house Coty to launch her first ever fragrance. Truth or Dare by Madonna will be released exclusively at Macy’s in April 2012 in the United States, with global distribution beginning in May!

Madonna stated to Women’s Wear Daily, "I have always been obsessed by fragrance and for years wanted to create something personal that was an expression of me but that other people could relate to as well. Something honest, and yet daring, hence the name Truth or Dare.”

Madonna will be featured in a global print, television, and online marketing campaign produced in collaboration with Fabien Baron of Baron & Baron who she has worked with on many projects including “Sex,” her renowned 1992 pictorial essay on sexuality.

The perfume is a blend of narcotic florals, balanced with woods and vanilla.

Truth or Dare by Madonna will be available in a 75ml edp ($68 / €62), 50ml edp ($55 / €46), 30ml edp ($39 / €35), Body Lotion ($28 / €22), and Shower Gel ($24 / €21).

www.coty.com
www.madonna.com

MITCH by Paul Mitchell

2011-11-03T16:40:00.000Z

New men’s grooming brand MITCH has been created by Paul Mitchell. The collection will comprise seven products including: 2-in-1 Shampoo & Conditioner, High Shine Pomade, Mesh Styler, Semi-Matte Styling Cream, Natural Shine Gel, Spiking Glue and Matte Finish Texturizer. MITCH will be available in salons from January 2012, priced from £12.95 to £14.95, with stockists to be announced.

Christmas Gift Idea For Him - Philips Nivea Moisturising HS8020 Shaver

2011-11-01T22:35:00.000Z

The Philips HS8020 shaver has a clever moisturizing shaving system, that dispenses Nivea for Men shaving conditioner directly onto your skin.

For a more effective shave the Philips Flex Tracker System automatically tracks the curves of your face thanks to the glide rings on the 3 shaving heads which helps the shaver move more smoothly over your face. Lift & Cut function also allows the self-sharpening blades to lift hair away from the skin before being cut. Battery life last up to 8 hours full charge for up to 30 minutes of shaving. Cordless, rechargeable & has voltage 100-240V also includes a charging stand.

www.philips.co.uk

Christmas Gifts For Her

2011-11-01T20:07:00.000Z

Mini Bath Ice Cream Gift Set Hydrate, moisturize and de-stress your body this Christmas with the gorgeous Bath Ice Creams from ME! ME! Bath Ice Creams are actually bath bombs that look like a scoop of ice cream. They contain six oil blend, purifying minerals, salts, and fragrances and are available in nine flavour varieties. £20.00

Vogetti PRO Black & Red Pocket Styler This high performance compact iron is just 15cm long and provides a sleek and shiny finish to your hair. Features include; rapid heating, professional anti-tangle rubber swivel cord (3 meters long), silicon finger grips for extra comfort and a universal UK/EU plug. RRP £20.00
www.salon-success.co.uk

Parlux 3800

2011-10-31T18:43:00.000Z

If you are thinking about investing in a new hairdryer try out the new Parlux 3800. This energy saving ozone friendly dryer is manufactured from recycled materials. The compact & lightweight Parlux 3800 is an excellent high quality and performance professional dryer that features an impressive built in silencer, coldshot button, 3 metre cable and the combination of Ionic and Ceramic technology.

This technology preserves the natural moisture in the hair. The hair dries faster as water molecules are broken down into micro-molecules. These micro-molecules penetrate the hair shaft, which leaves hair shinier, softer and healthier.

This hairdryer feels great in hand and provides amazing results to the hair. A definate must have.

Available in green and black

RRP: 109.00

www.hairtools.co.uk

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Temple Spa to launch Body Truffle

2011-10-31T16:12:00.000Z

Temple Spa is launching the decadent Body Truffle. The rich ingredients includes black summer truffles, champagne, silk, gold, cashmere and rose quartz, each of which have been selected for their skin firming, smoothing, collagen boosting and skin conditioning effects. Priced at £60 for 150ml, Body Truffle is exclusive to Harrods.

www.templespa.com

Champneys Beautiful Nails Manicure & Pedicure System

2011-10-30T20:55:00.000Z

The Champneys Beautiful Nails Manicure & Pedicure System delivers the ultimate all-in-one manicure and pedicure.

Use the twelve attachments, including sapphire coated thick and thin points, rough and fine shaping discs, hoof stick and automatic cuticle lifter for a salon quality manicure or pedicure. The unit can be operated cordlessly or attached directly to the mains cable and can be recharged through the storage base. Product also comes with easy to follow instructions & manufacturer's 2 year guarantee.

RRP £29.99, available from Argos & Boots

www.champneys.com

Benefit Cosmetics reveals new products for AW11

2011-10-29T22:11:00.000+01:00

Benefit Cosmetics is launching three new velvet eyeshadows (£13.50) in raining men (stormy teal), snow job (icy blue) and tickled mink (satin taupe), a new creaseless cream shadow/ liner in farenheit fab (champagne gold) priced at £14, and the i think i love you (bronze rose) lipstick priced at £14. This new range will be available this Autumn at selected retailers.

www.benefitcosmetics.com

JIMMY CHOO Eau de Parfum

2011-10-28T23:23:00.000+01:00

Jimmy Choo Eau de Parfum is a modern Fruity Chypre with warm, rich and woody depths. At the heart is Tiger Orchid with base notes of sweet Toffee meld with Indonesian Patchouli. The amber bottle encasing the Eau de Parfum is inspired by jewel-coloured Venetian murano glass which itself is evocative of many jewel encrusted Jimmy Choo stilettos. Snakeskin is synonymous with Jimmy Choo shoes and accessories as a deluxe expression of the brand which is why it was chosen to decorate the outer box of the fragrance.

Jimmy Choo Eau de Parfum is priced at £68.00/100ml, £49.00/60ml, £39.00/40ml Available nationwide

Gentry Grooming Shave Cream

2011-10-27T20:07:00.000+01:00

The Shave Cream infused with Black Pepper & Mint is a super rich moisturising formula that protects skin from the irritation caused by daily shaving rituals. Designed to provide a closer, more comfortable shave whilst helping to reduce nicks, razor bumps and in growing hairs.

Packed full of natural ingredients including Coconut Oil, Sweet Almond Oil, Wheat Germ Oil plus Silk & Vitamin E. Daily use can help protect the skin`s natural barrier system. All skin types.

£12.95

www.houseoffraser.co.uk

Margaret Dabbs Beauty products

2011-10-27T14:47:00.000+01:00

Margaret Dabbs Beauty products and specialist clinics are developed to take care of all the beauty, health and vitality needs of your feet. The specially developed, natural range of lotions and remedies are both treatment remedies and luxurious beautifying products.

Margaret Dabbs products are available from Margaret Dabbs HQ, Harrods, online and at The Urban Retreat in Harrods. Treatments for all foot ailments are available at the Margaret Dabbs clinics in Weymouth Street, Harrods Urban Retreat and the Hurlingham Clinic & Spa.Harrods.com

Benefit Cosmetics Launches False Lashes & Beauty Bags

2011-10-22T16:23:00.000+01:00

Benefit Cosmetics is set to launch a new collection of false lashes and two beauty bags this November. Lash Lovelies comprises eight varietes of lashes including Big Spender Lash (pictured here) and Debutante Lash. Priced from £11.50 per pair, individual lashes and glue is also available within the range. The new Benefit Beauty Bags will be available in both a purse size (£22.50) and travel size (£29.50).

www.benefitcosmetics.com

New philosophy counters at Selfridges London & Birmingham

2011-09-30T21:46:00.000+01:00

Now experience philosophy’s skincare, cosmetics, bath & body and gifts at Selfridges london & birmingham. These new fantastic counters showcase the full range of philosophy products, from scientific based skincare to the perfect present; get all the skincare advice you need from the philosophy consultants.

www.philosophy.com

Murad is launching its Hybrids make-up range

2011-09-30T16:20:00.000+01:00

Hybrids are formulated to improve skin health and are blended with a skin perfecting cosmetic to disguise flaws. Products within the line include two eye treatments, Eye Lift Illuminator and Eye Lift Perfector, both priced at £25, designed to firm, brighten and conceal, as well as two Skin Perfecting Primers in a Dewy or Matte finish, both priced at £27. Murad products and treatments are available from leading salons and spas nationwide from October.

www.murad.co.uk

New Products From Lush

2011-09-30T16:16:00.000+01:00

Lush is launching 16 new products on its UK website to celebrate its re-launch and re-design. There is a new product within each category, ranging from bath to body. One new product example is the Latte Lip Tint priced at £4.95 for 10g (pictured here). This moisturising lip balm with a hint of fair trade coffee contains a blend of almond oil, organic jojoba oil and Japan wax. It has a nude brown shade with icing sugar, vanilla powder and vanilla absolute give it the coffee latte aroma. This new range will be available online only until 15 October, when it will be available from shops nationwide.

www.lush.co.uk

Givenchy 50ml Pi Neo eau de toilette

2011-09-06T10:00:00.000+01:00

Givenchy dedicates its new interpretation of Pi Neo to heroes who break down barriers to the unknown. Men who dream of freedom and impassable boundaries. Pi Neo offers new, highly contemporary sensations evoking high-tech adventure and a virtual world. It's bright, woody neo-composition, with a vibrant energy and a luminous, masculine bottle will accompany men in their new journeys beyond reality.

House of Fraser

Gucci to launch Gucci Guilty Intense this September

2011-08-09T22:18:00.005+01:00

Gucci Guilty Intense is the follow on from the FiFi award-winning scent Gucci Guilty which launched in September 2010. Where the original was an Eau de Toilette, Gucci Guilty Intense is an Eau de Parfum.

This new oriental floral scent opens with mandarin and pink pepper, with middle notes comprising lilac, powdery violet and heliotropine and finally finishes with patchouli, the hallmark of Gucci fragrances. The packaging of the new scent replicates the Gucci Guilty's fusion of metal and glass, however, the original’s muted metallic casing has been changed to a richer gold. Gucci Guilty Intense will be available from 24 August priced at £38.00 for 30ml.

www.gucci.com

Revlon Scented Nail Polish Review

2011-08-09T22:00:00.007+01:00

The novelty factor of these nail polishes really appeals to me, although I was a little sceptical before I tried it. I was testing the 355 – Mad About Mango and 375 – Passion Fruit. They both had a much stronger scent than I thought they would (they are only scented when your nails are dry). The scent lasted well, particularly for the first day. I could still smell it on the second day, it was not as strong, I could only smell it when I 'sniffed' my nails. I also found that the scent was close to what it was supposed to be. My favourite out of the 2 was Mad About Mango, it smells lovely and is a nice orange colour. These nail polishes are in a standard 'Revlonesque' nail varnish bottle, which I think make them instantly recognisable as being Revlon, it is a classic design that is easy on the eye.

When applied it seems to smooth itself out for a nice even finish and looked great. For complete coverage 2 coats are required although 1 coat is very close to complete coverage. I found this nail varnish to be hard wearing for everyday use. I did do some gardening and washing pots etc using and it did chip a bit around the edges but I think this is to be expected.

If I was to give these nail polishes a score out of 5, I think it would have to be 5 as I can't think of any negatives about them, other than that I now feel the need to try them all!`

Sarah Cawser

www.revlon.co.uk/Nail_Colour

Marks & Spencer adds beauty to support Breakthrough Breast Cancer Campaign

2011-08-09T21:33:00.003+01:00

This year marks the 10th anniversary of Marks & Spencer working with Breakthrough Breast Cancer. In recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month this October, it will be adding Beauty as part of its campaign, helping to raise money through sales of two of its Perfection cosmetic products. During the month of October, Marks & Spencer will donate 10% to Breakthrough Breast Cancer of all sales of Perfection Quick Dry Nail Polish in Baby Pink (£5) and Perfection Perfect Moisture Lipstick in Pink Champagne (£6). Perfection is available exclusively from Marks & Spencer stores nationwide or online.

www.marksandspencer.com

New scent to launch in October from Valentino

2011-08-09T21:25:00.001+01:00

Valentino is launching a new floral oriental scent titled Valentina this October. Created by master perfumers Olivier Cresp and Alberto Morillas, the scent comprises top notes of Calabrian bergamot and white Alba truffles. Jasmine, Amalfi orange blossom, tuberose and strawberry make up the middle notes, while amber is at the base. The transparent crystal bottle features three flowers, emblems of Valentino couture, in pale shades of white, ivory, and nude - recurring colours featured in the most recent collections, that represent the brand’s taste for contrast and and its new direction.

Valentina is on counter from 3 October with the Eau de Parfum for women priced at £71 for 80ml, £53 for 50ml and £40 for 30ml.
www.valentino.com

Ralph Lauren Launches The Big Pony Collection Body Sprays

2011-06-12T10:59:00.002+01:00

Ralph Lauren is to introduce a new collection of body sprays; The Big Pony Collection. Key fragrance ingredients have been incorporated into four new body sprays, each based on a duo of ingredients. The Sporty Fragrance matches lime and grapefruit, the Seductive Fragrance mixes dark chocolate and musk, the Adventurous Fragrance contains mint and ginger root while the Stylish Fragrance has mandarin and kyarawood. The new Body Sprays will be available nationwide in July priced at £15.00 each.

www.ralphlauren.co.uk/Lauren

Estelle & Thild Coming to Harrods

2011-06-12T10:39:00.001+01:00

Estelle & Thild is a new organic beauty brand launching this month at Urban Retreat, Harrods. Estelle & Thild products are based on vitamin-rich oils and plant extracts that improve skin health and vitality. The collection contains the following products: The Neroli Face Series for all skin types which contains vitamin-rich ingredients to soften and strengthen the skin to maintain a natural balance; the Fragrance Free series, formulated for sensitive skin types, is 100% free from perfumes and scents that can irritate or cause allergies; the Ecorganic Rose Otto for dry and mature skin contains high levels of vitamins, antioxidants and fatty acids to strengthen the skin’s natural defences and protects against premature ageing; The Neroli Bergamot Body Care Series has healing, vitamin-rich ingredients that protect the natural balance of skin and hair. Products in this series have a mild scent of neroli and bergamot orange. The range has a Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Wash, Body Oil, Body Lotion, Hand Cream. There is also a Baby Care containing Caring Body Cream, Softening Lotion, Gentle Shampoo, Mild Conditioner, Smoothing Body Oil and Delicate Body Wash. The range will launch in Urban Retreat Harrods from 21 June.
www.harrods.com

FlowerTAG By Kenzo

2011-06-12T10:31:00.000+01:00

Kenzo Parfums is set to introduce a new fragrance, FlowerTAG, in September, which is inspired by Graffiti and the art of ‘tagging’. The Eau de Toilette starts with blackcurrant, rhubarb and tangerine notes before revealing the heart of peony, jasmine and lily of the valley. The Kenzo note appears in the base of tea, vanilla and musks. FlowerTAG is presented in a decorative red bottle and will be available from Kenzo stockists nationwide priced at £30.00 for 30ml, £47.50 for 50ml and £63.50 for 100ml.

Molten Metal Eye Shadow

2011-06-12T10:16:00.000+01:00

Sleek Makeup is introducing Molten Metal, a new cream eye shadow available in a set with two colours - Pewter and Gold. As with all Sleek MakeUP colour products, Molten Metal is highly pigmented and designed to show up on all skin tones. The long lasting cream can be used on the cheek bones, the lips and also as a highlighter. Molten Metal, priced at £6.99, is long-lasting and stays in place without creasing. Sleek MakeUP’s Molten Metal is available in Superdrug stores nationwide as well as on www.sleekmakeup.com.

Parfum Christian Dior

2011-05-12T10:12:00.000+01:00

Parfums Christian Dior introduces the new Mitzah Palette as a tribute to Mitzah Bricard, Christian Dior’s friend and muse. The new eye shadow palette combines brown and camel tones to produce the leopard print which was a favourite design of Bricard's, who wore a leopard scarf wrapped around her wrist permanently. Alongside the Mitzah palette Dior will be introducing two new Dior Vernis Limited Edition shades in Ebony and Camel. The new Mitzah palette will be available in a numbered limited edition exclusively at Selfridges from 1 June, priced at £60.00, while the new Vernis shades will be priced at £17.50 each.