Spring / Summer '10 Hair Trend: The Pin-Up - Sam McKnight for Pantene Pro-V

Pantene Pro-V Global Ambassador, Sam McKnight’s Step by Step Guide to Get the Look:
Step 1:
Work no more than a golf ball-sized amount of Pantene Pro-V Volume & Body Mousse through towel-dried hair to protect from heat-styling and improve hold. Blow-dry with a round bristle brush to smooth the hair a little – drying with a bristle brush gives hair the right texture.
Step 2:
Section hair into two parts, the front section from the back of the ear up to the crown and straight down to the other ear. Secure this section with a clip or pins. Gather the remaining hair at the back and sweep up into a high ponytail secured at the crown with a hair bungee or snag-free elastic band.
Step 3:
Gently backcomb the front section at the roots to create volume and texture, then brush back, leaving short layers to fall around the face. Gather around the base of the ponytail, securing with pins.
Step 4:

Section the ponytail and backcomb each section at the roots, spritzing lightly with Pantene Pro-V Volume & Body Hairspray as each section is finished. Brush lightly over the surface of the ponytail to smooth it, using a soft bristle brush. Mist over with a little hairspray.
Step 5:
Taking the end of the ponytail, loop it under, securing the end just under the base of the ponytail with strong hair grips. Then using the thumb and forefinger hold the loop of hair and pull it gently towards the front of the head, securing in this forward position with strong grips, to position the loop high on the crown. Leave the hair to fall naturally into a soft up do.
Sam McKnight’s Top Tip: “For maximum elegance, placement of the ponytail is critical. When positioned at the crown of the head, and in line with the jaw, adds that ballerina elegance.”

Products:
Pantene Pro-V Volume & Body Shampoo (rrp. £2.19)
Pantene Pro-V Volume & Body Conditioner (rrp. £2.19)
Pantene Pro-V Volume & Body Mousse (rrp. £2.99)
Pantene Pro-V Volume & Body Hairspray (rrp. £2.99)

ARK De-Stress SkinResponse Serum - Cool, Calm, and Collected, Whatever The Situation!

We all know how stressful life can be; juggling health, friends, family and work alongside mini disasters! However, not all of us realize the full impact of these conflicting pressures upon our skin. ARK’s De-Stress SkinResponse Serum is a calming, quickly absorbed serum that gets to work as soon as it hits the skin. Containing enzyme complex CellActive – VIP and Boerhavia Diffusa root, it instantly reduces the visible signs of stress on the skin, and in turn diminishes the look of fatigue. It reinforces the skins moisture levels to protect it from pollution, the environmental forces, and most importantly, lifestyle pressures.
Apply 2 to 3 drops of the serum directly to your face. The serum is instantly absorbed and makes your skin feel cool and moisturised.
As we become more stressed, our levels of cortisone increase making our skin more reactive to external factors. ARK De-Stress Serum works by controlling the body’s release of histamine, and therefore liberating skin allergens while maintaining the skin’s moisture barrier.
This serum is ideal for people who suffer from increased levels of stress and want to reduce the appearance of inflamed, irritated, or dry skin. It is also perfect for people who spend long periods of time outside; exposed to the elements, and those who suffer from hay fever. This serum works really well as an alternative, or in conjunction with anti-histamine medication, alleviating red eyes, reducing sneezing, and easing itchy throats.
For best results use along side the ARK SkinResponse system appropriate to your age.
Ark De-Stress SkinResponse Serum £34 for 30ml
Available online and at Ark centres in Wimbledon, Putney and Fulham www.arkskincare.com t: 020 7938 1898

Functionalab Launches Exclusively At Harvey Nichols

Functionalab has just launched at Harvey Nichols & is one of the most highly anticipated brands to be exclusive to their beauty department only.
As they say themselves - 'Functionalab is an innovative and premium brand of science-based supplement solutions promoting a holistic approach to beauty, health and nutrition. Recognised as a "beauty innovator" by Wallpaper* magazine and supported by scientific research, this is the brand for truly effective results.'

The Range is made of the following 4 product types:

Beauty Doses: potent supplements targeted at various beauty objectives as well as one advanced multi-vitamins for the face and body.
Personalised Packs: complete and personalised nutritional supplement solutions in daily packets that combine the perfect assortment of nutrients
Liquid Doses: a line of convenient, concentrated drinkable supplements in three effective nutrient blends.
Health Drops: concentrated, water-soluble supplement drops that can be squeezed into your water or favourite beverage anytime.

With over 100 products in its range, Functionalab is the most comprehensive brand of its kind - offering a 100% natural solution to today's most prevalent beauty objections and conditions.

Lily Cole's Make-Up Tips

Check out the Video Below from Gatwick's Fabulous 'Runway Models' in association with Storm Management, fronted by Lily Cole it will feature supermodel hopefuls on their quest to win a new faces contract with Storm & feature in London Gatwtick Fashion Week this summer.
The video below features a shoot with Lily's Make-Up Artist Niamh Quinn, giving us some top celebrity make-up artist tips, a must see!!!!!!!

Johnson's New 24 Hour Moisture Shea & Cocoa Range

Johnson's new 24 Hour Moisture body care range now has a new addition, the delicious Shea & Cocoa Butter, giving you all of Johnson's fabulous moisture benefits but with a new delicious scent that is truly good enough to eat!
There are 3 products to the range, firstly my favourite which is the 24Hour Moisture Radiance Body Wash, a think creamy wash that moisturises your skin beautifully & feels like warm silk as you wash! Another fabulous addition is their first exfoliator which as goes along with the Johnson's name is gentle on the skin as it removes any surface dead skin leaving it looking radiant! Your skin feels beautifully smooth afterwards with both products & the scent gives a lovely fresh finish.
The Body Lotion is fanatstic to apply afterwards & absorbs really well into the skin, leaving a velvet finsh & gorgeous scent! Definitely a winner all round & I can see them being a huge hit this summer!!!
Currently on offer in Boots from £1.49.

Hair Free For Summer With Veet!

Hair removal just gets easier & easier, gone are the days where we just had a small razor to scratch along our legs or smear cream everywhere & wait around forever & a day! Now these methods of hair removal are so advanced & easy to use, making the whole thing a doddle!! I'm loving Veets spray on hair removal cream, just literally spray it on & wait 5 mins before hopping into the shower, easy as 1,2,3!!!! They have two formulas as well, one for Dry Skin with Shea Butter & another for Sensitive Skin with Aloe Vera & Vitamin E. The product is also great for the bikini area as well as underarms & just makes the whole process of using a cream much cleaner, easier & quicker, definitely worth a try!
Available Nationwide From £5.94
Another great invention we have these days is ready to use wax strips, perfect for that quick de-fuzzing before hitting the beach! Veet's Supreme Essence Wax Strips with Velvet Rose & Essential Oils not only keep your skin smooth for up to four weeks but also moisturise as you wax. Just simply heat the strips between your hands, peel it apart & apply to the skin in the direction of your hair growth. Best way to remove the strip is quick & sharp, making sure you hold the skin taught underneath the strip itself which avoids too much discomfort. Once you get going with this the pain doesn't feel too bad (honest!!), also these strips are that little bit gentler with the built in moisturiser, as the dryer the skin the more painful generally..
Available Nationwide From 4.99

A stroke Above The Rest – Cosmopolitan Beauty Brushes

Perfection is now even more within our reach thanks to Cosmopolitan’s TM new, improved range of fabulous cosmetic brushes and beauty accessories.
This desirable collection of products, created by the beauty team experts from the world’s number one glossy magazine, offers everything a girl could need to help achieve that flawless finish. And with their brand new look and upgraded products they are sure to be the must-have range for every make-up bag.
Take for example the Perfect Finish Powder Brush (RRP £5.95), an ultra soft brush made with natural hair for application of all types of powder, no girl should be without one.
Or, the oh-so-handy Perfect Finish Retractable Blush Brush (RRP £6.95), a staple for any handbag to achieve gorgeously glowing cheeks. Plus its protective case will keep the brush clean and in top condition.
For airbrushed looking skin try the Perfect Finish Foundation Brush (RRP £6.95). Made with synthetic hair this clever brush gives even application of foundation and makes blending a breeze.
Or, if it’s the mineral powder route you are leaning towards, then the Perfect Finish Kabuki Brush (RRP £6.95) is for you. This cute little brush with tightly packed hair means you can apply even the finest of powders in one clean sweep, plus it comes in its own travel case for on-the-go touch ups.
The Cosmopolitan™ Beauty Accessories range includes 21 products covering make-up brushes, false nails, make-up sponges and beauty essentials. Stockists: Superdrug, Tesco and Debenhams. For more information visit www.slgbeauty.com