Lavenda days - getting creative - table arrangements

    GORGEOUS BEAUTY TRENDS

Getting ready for the beach? Holidays or honeymoon ?…. Here are a few must haves to buy before you jet off on your holidays.

                                                               Prep and shine time!!….

Benefit ultra shine lipgloss for a long lasting shine on your lips all evening £13.45

Biotherm Sun care cream , non sticky, quick drying, long lasting sun cream for face and body  

Nails Inc nail polish "Charlotte Street "  quick drying and a gel shine finish £12.00

Nails Inc Glittery Garden Party a perfect top coat for all your nails once painted £12.00

 Benefit Bronzer - a matt coverage and it will give you a flawless tan finish £23.50

Tangle Teezer Brush … perfect for by the pool !

Tangle Teezer is a revolutionary, award-winning detangling brush which will effortlessly banish tangles and knots from all hair types.Featuring patented, uniquely designed teeth which flex and flick as they glide through the hair, Tangle Teezer eliminates tangles and knots on contact and minimises breakage, damage and splitting often caused by tugging and pulling on the hair shaft.

Monsoon Beach bag sparkle your way to the pool!

Next Beach top £16.00

River Island evening top £22.50

Oasis Summer shoes /wedges £45.00

Oasis sparkly flip flops £35.00

Super Dry Denim skirt  £26.50

Beach hair - with plaits 

French Plaits perfect for the beach to keep your hair in place!

Oasis- Floral Jump Suit £68.00

Wedding today @ Barnett Hill Hotel Guilford Surrey….more photos to follow soon

BEST PRODUCTS FOR THE MONTH OF JUNE

SUMMERS ON ITS WAY - LETS GET OUR SKIN INTO SHAPE WITH THESE AMAZING PRODUCTS FOR THE MONTH OF JUNE!

Gloss In Love key features
Make heads turn with Lancôme’s extreme shine lip gloss, Gloss In Love.

Our moisturising lip gloss envelops lips in a brilliant high-shine, while our innovative double-sided applicator provides customisable coverage. Our unique curved Lip Shaper coats the lower lip while the pointed Lip Liner precisely defines the upper lip for a sophisticated look. Choose from 12 instantly addictive shades to create your own shimmering, show-stopping lip effects.

Benefits: 6 hours of moisture. Intense shine, sparkling, shimmering lips.

How to apply Gloss In Love
Use the curved Lip Shaper side of the applicator to coat the lower lip.
Use the pointed Lip Liner side of the applicator to help define the upper lip.

Miracle Air de Teint Key Features
Our 1st perfecting fluid foundation that feels as light as air. 100% of women forget they are wearing it*. For our ultimate 'no make-up' look. For the 1st time, Lancôme has incorporated powder and blurring technology into its foundation. To create a new, incredibly lightweight formula.
*Self evaluation by 60 women

Benefits:
Weightless feeling correction - the Blur innovation. Miracle Air de Teint blurs and corrects the look of imperfections. The complexion appears translucent, matte and even, and glowing with radiance. Miracle for tailor-made natural looking results: finish, lightness, perfection...find yours.

How to apply Miracle Air de Teint
Use a drop of Miracle Air de Teint and apply with fingers from the centre of the face working outwards. 
This beautiful texture is easy to blend and provides a natural looking make-up result.

Lancôme has created a new bare-skin effect eye base to enhance and set eye shadow for all-day wear.

It makes the application of eye shadow easier and prevents it from creasing, smearing or fading. 

Colour intensity is beautifully heightened for a vibrant and long-lasting effect - a real must-have for the perfect eye look.

Its creamy waterproof formula evens out and perfects eyelids and can even be used alone as a natural, soft-look eye shadow.

Available in 6 light to dark shades to suit all ethnicities. 

Benefits
Evens out the look of the eyelid 
Enhances eyeshadow color
Long lasting formula 
Prevents from creasing, smearing or fading

How to apply La Base Paupières Pro 
Its creamy waterproof formulas allows for easy application - simply use fingers and pat onto eyelid.

Create a winged eye look or intense lines with Lancôme’s liquid eyeliner, Artliner. With a soft foam tip, Artliner helps you apply eyeliner with precision. The combination of our formula of rich colour pigments and clever technology makes every eye look last. 

Benefits
Precise & easy application, defines eyes, long lasting

Application

Shake gently prior to use. Dab onto the base of the upper eyelashes. Apply gently for a fine line. Apply extra pressure for thicker line

THE DR ORGANIC PRODUCTS - I CAN'T RAVE ENOUGH ABOUT THEM ,THEY ARE JUST BRILLIANT!!

Moroccan Argan oil is an original natural solution for preserving the skin against premature aging. It is an incredibly rich source of vitamins, antioxidants and essential fatty acids. Women of the Mediterranean have used Moroccan Argan oil for centuries. For both culinary delights and cosmetic miracles alike. Working wonders for skin, hair and nails.

Organic Dead Sea Minerals Smoothing Souffle

Organic Dead Sea Minerals light and absorbent body cream, formulated to restore and replenish the skin. Organic Dead Sea Minerals smoothing soufflé is remineralising, purifying and hydrating. A light and absorbent body cream, formulated to restore and replenish the skin. It instantly hydrates and nourishes the skin, leaving it perfectly moisturised and supple.

                                 Organic Manuka Honey Skin Lotion

                                            Powerful and restorative lotion based on Organic Manuka Honey        blended with Aloe Vera, Cocoa butter, Shea butter, Olive oil, Sunflower oil, Irish Moss, Vitamin A and E. A highly absorbent moisturising lotion suitable for use all over the body; it rebalances the body’s natural moisture levels and instantly bio-activates the skin’s epidermal cell structure leaving the skin feeling healthy, silky smooth, firm and in perfect condition.

Dr. Organic Snail Gel is a moisturising, soothing, anti-aging gel which harnesses the remarkable cosmetic benefits of Helix Aspersia Muller, a unique substance the snail produces to quickly regenerate its own shell and skin when damaged. Combined with organic Aloe Vera and our proprietary blend of bioactive ingredients it effectively soothes and hydrates the skin.

Laboratory analysis of this incredible natural extract has shown that Helix Aspersia Muller contains a unique balance of beneficial components including Glycolic Acid, Collagen, Elastin, Allantoin, Vitamins and Minerals.

The unique healing and powers of the snail’s slime, which is harvested without causing any harm, was discovered by chance by snail farmers in Chile who noticed their hands were incredibly soft and hydrated and minor cuts and scars were healing unusually quickly.

Further research and clinical testing found that the secretions contained high levels of naturally occurring allantoine, collagen, elastin and anti-bacterial substances that all have beneficial healing, smoothing and purifying effects on human skin. Dr Organic Snail Gel, available exclusively to Holland & Barrett, boasts a whole range of anti-ageing benefits including, softened wrinkles, smooth skin and scar reduction. It is free from all petro-chemicals and harsh additives which strip the skin of valuable moisture and can cause long-term damage, including parabens and sodium lauryl sulphate (SLS). This is skincare that’s pure, luxurious and effective.

Dr Organic Snail Gel is produced from snails that are farmed under humane and certified organic conditions. The snails are able to roam freely and the mucus secretion is collected from glass panes that they travel over. The secretion is collected, filtered and then concentrated by vacuum evaporation to reduce its water content before a mild preservative is added to maintain its shelf life.

Hair & make up

Stunning bride in Richmond this morning.

Mac shadows are the best of the best for long lasting wear for a wedding day ! A collection of mac shadows all blended in with mac brushes 

Bowtied, bronze frost , shroom , peachy keen & maroon shadows along with black eye liner gel & lashes by Cheryl cole

Studio fix foundation by Mac with Mac blot powder and Mac lipstick " sweetie"& spice lip liner & Nars blusher for cheeks .. 

Ghd's and Heated Rollers and lots of bumble and bumble hair spray and finishing gloss !!

TOM FORD BEAUTY 2014 

The best beauty products in the business.

"BEAUTY COMES FROM REVEALING YOUR MOST GLAMOROUS AND INSPRIATIONAL SELF" — TOM FORD

Tom Ford is re-defining luxury in beauty. TOM FORD BEAUTY is a covetable collection of cosmetics and fragrances, shaped with his singular vision of modern glamour and infused with the utmost quality and craftsmanship.

CHEEK COLOUR 

SYMMETRICAL, SCULPTED CHEEKBONES ARE VITAL TO CREATING THE TOM FORD LOOK. THIS SUMPTUOUS POWDER BLUSH DELIVERS LAYERS OF POSSIBILITY, FROM A SEXY GLOW TO A MORE DRAMATIC, COLOR-RICH LOOK. FORMULATED WITH SPHERICAL PEARLS AND RICH EMOLLIENTS, IT GLIDES ONTO SKIN WITH THE COMFORT OF A CREAM, ACHIEVING OUTSTANDING LUMINOSITY AND A VELVETY TRANSPARENCY. 

TRACELESS FOUNDATION STICK

AN ESSENTIAL TOOL IN TOM FORD'S MAKEUP REGIMEN. RICH IN HYDRANTS, THIS FOUNDATION STICK'S UNIQUE CREAM FORMULA CREATES A FLAWLESS AND SMOOTH FINISH. PORTABLE AND PRECISE, IT ACHIEVES VERSATILITY OF SHEER, MEDIUM OR FULL COVERAGE, ALWAYS BEAUTIFULLY NATURAL AND UNDETECTABLE. OR, WHEN USED AS A CONCEALER, IT SWIFTLY DIMINISHES IMPERFECTIONS.

                                                           ILLUMINATING POWDER

DIFFUSE IMPERFECTIONS AND CREATE RADIANT SKIN WITH THIS WEIGHTLESS AND UNDETECTABLE, MICRO-FINE POWDER. FORMULATED WITH SPECIALLY COATED PIGMENTS, IT CREATES A DIAPHANOUS VEIL OF LIGHT ON THE FACE TO ACHIEVE A SILKY, SMOOTH-LOOKING SURFACE. ITS ULTRA-GLIDING TEXTURE BLENDS LIKE A FLUID ON THE SKIN, MOISTURIZING AND REDEFINING THE COMPLEXION TO ENSURE A NATURAL, EVEN AND LUMINOUS FINISH. CUSTOM APPLICATOR BRUSH INCLUDED.

ILLUMINATING PRIMER LOTION

            THE FIRST STEP TO FLAWLESS MAKEUP APPLICATION. THIS REVOLUTIONARY HYBRID PRODUCT SEAMLESSLY BLENDS THE WORLDS OF SKINCARE AND MAKEUP BY COMBINING THE TOM FORD INFUSING COMPLEX WITH NEW SKIN RETEXTURING INGREDIENTS. IT INCREASES CELLULAR VITALITY AND CONTOURS THE FEATURES WHILE ENHANCING TEXTURE, TONING AND VISIBLY BRIGHTENING THE SKIN. A LUMINOUS AND FLAWLESS CANVAS IS CREATED FOR COMFORTABLE AND LONG-LASTING COLOR. APPLY A SMALL AMOUNT TO FACE AFTER CONCENTRATE AND MOISTURIsER AND BEFORE FOUNDATION. DERMATOLOGIST TESTED. 

BROW SCULPTOR

TO TOM FORD, THE EYEBROWS ARE ONE OF THE MOST IMPORTANT ELEMENTS OF THE FACE. A PERFECTLY GROOMED AND SHAPED BROW IS THE MOST POWERFUL NON-INVASIVE WAY TO DEFINE AND ENHANCE YOUR FEATURES. THE UNIQUE CALLIGRAPHY TIP ALLOWS A TAILOR-MADE STROKE, FROM THIN TO WIDE. REMOVE THE OPPOSITE-END CAP TO UNCOVER THE GROOMING BRUSH; TWIST THE CAP COUNTERCLOCKWISE TO REVEAL THE SHARPENER.

                                                                                              LIP COlour

TO TOM FORD, THERE IS NO MORE DRAMATIC ACCESSORY THAN A PERFECT LIP. IT IS THE FOCUS OF THE FACE AND IT HAS THE POWER TO DEFINE A WOMAN'S WHOLE LOOK. EACH LIP COLOR IS TOM FORD'S MODERN IDEAL OF AN ESSENTIAL MAKEUP SHADE. RARE AND EXOTIC INGREDIENTS INCLUDING SOJA SEED EXTRACT, BRAZILIAN MURUMURU BUTTER AND CHAMOMILLA FLOWER OIL CREATE AN ULTRA-CREAMY TEXTURE WITH AN INCREDIBLY SMOOTH APPLICATION. SPECIALLY TREATED COLOR PIGMENTS ARE BLENDED TO DELIVER PURE COLOR WITH JUST THE RIGHT BALANCE OF LUMINOSITY.

EYE COLOUR QUAD 

THE CENTERPIECE OF THE TOM FORD COLOR COLLECTION. EACH EYE COLOR QUAD IS DESIGNED WITH FOUR OPULENT COMPLEMENTING SHADES THAT ACHIEVE MULTIPLE LOOKS, FROM A BOLD, SMOKEY EYE, TO A SEXY SLASH OF COLOR AND EVERYTHING IN BETWEEN. FORMULATED WITH ADVANCED COLOR PROCESSES, THE FOUR LUXURIOUS FINISHES - SHEER SPARKLE, SATIN, SHIMMER AND MATTE - OFFER A SPECTRUM OF INTENSITY AND EFFECTS AND DELIVER INCREDIBLE SHADE FIDELITY AND OUTSTANDING ADHESION. TWO CUSTOM APPLICATORS INCLUDED.

"The Tom Ford Beauty Cosmetics Collection is an impeccably edited wardrobe of Makeup and Skin Treatments designed to achieve glamorous color on the perfect foundation: flawless features and radiant skin."

                                    JENNIFER MEDIUM SUEDE ZIP- STRAP SHOULDER BAG 

                                                                    $2,750.00                                                                                          

                                     

BLUSH-NUDE SUEDE BAG WITH ZIP-DETAIL SHOULDER STRAP AND ACCENTED BY GOLD GALVANIZED BRASS HARDWARE, EXCLUSIVE TO TOM FORD.

ALLIGATOR CHOKER $4,400.00

ALLIGATOR SKIN CHOKER NECKLACE IN GOLD PLATE OVER SILVER WITH HINGED BACK.

DETAILS

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FIND YOUR PERFECT MATCH 

The hydrator - A hydrating foundation that will tackle flaky skin without leaving it looking patchy

Max factor whipped cream foundation £9.99

Wrinkle smoother - An anti - ageing foundation to conceal pesky wrinkles and give you a more youthful appearance  

Garnier miracle skin cream £12.99

Spot friendly - A base to cover breakouts as well as preventing future blemishes 

Maybelline superstay better skin foundation £8.99

Shine beater - A foundation that keeps shine at bay and has amazing staying power

Collection lasting perfection foundation £5.99

Sensitive Solver - A gentle base that won't irritate a dry and sensitive complexion 

Rimmel london BB cream matte & stay matte primer £6.99

Fake tans can get you that gorgeous glow even when the sun isn't quite out yet - check out Melissa Melody's best ways to fake it this season…

Hair straighteners are a styling tool we now can't live without. Whether you're fighting the frizz or creating curls, these are the models you want...

                                                Babyliss Pro Ultra Wide Styler, £46.99

These Babyliss Pro Ultra Wide Stylers are perfect for creating big curls, soft waves and stylish flicks in thicker or Afro-Caribbean hair.

GHD Gold Classic Hair Straightener, £125

GHD's old faithfuls are still the best. The gold series of GHD hair stylers are still one of the best performers in the hair straightening category. 

They changed the face of frizzy hair and revolutionised curly haired girls' hair forever.

Jose Eber World's Fastest Flat Iron, £99.99

Not only does this Jose Eber Iron heat up in an amazing five seconds, but it maintains the temperature which means your hair is exposed to damaging heat for a minimum amount of time.

                                               

Beauty Editor Melissa Melody April 2014