Category Archives: Beauty & Grooming

Friday Focus: THE REAL DEAL AROUND ROSEHIP OIL

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When details of a product which keeps Miranda Kerr and David Gandy looking fresh landed in our inbox, we took immediate attention (with a carefully placed level of scepticism, of course).
Rosehip oil has a tonne of benefits including soothing the effects of sunburn, reducing stretch marks and generally improving the quality of your skin.
According to the realm of Rosehip oil, the ‘elixir’ of sorts is extracted from Rosehip berry seeds without using heat, solvents or chemicals. Like any product, brands vary with creation / extraction techniques too.
Rosehip Plus, an organic cold pressed oil, is the only range to remove the flesh from the berry before pressing out the oil. This one of a kind technique means that the maximum level of nutrients are retained and your skin gets all the benefits – who knew!
So, next time your reach for the Aloe Vera as we approach the Indian summer, reach for the Rosehip oil instead and compare the effects for yourselves.
You can purchase Rosehip Plus at All About Beauty for as little as £10.

JUMPING ON THE BAMBOO BANDWAGON

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Every day we are learning about new trends, ingredients and ‘game changing’ science that will be the answer to our beauty worries.

The latest one to land in our inbox is Bamboo – one of the fastest-growing plants on the planet.

So, what are the supposed brilliant benefits of Bamboo?

  • Promotes healing – Bamboo contains methanol that boasts powerful anti-inflammatory properties that soothes and regenerates the skin.
  • Enhances radiance – Bamboo actually contains 70% natural silica – an organic compound that’s essential for the body and maintains the elasticity in the skin to keep your skin looking healthy, supple and radiant.
  • Strengthens & repairs – Bamboo extract can help to strengthen the outer barrier of the skin that protects it from bacteria and environmental pollutants. A stronger barrier makes it easier for the skin to fight off particles that can potentially damage and prematurely age it.
  • Reduces melanin production – Bamboo extract can reduce melanin production, helping dark spots and areas of hyperpigmentation fade away. Great for repairing skin after the summer months.
  • Hydrates skin – Thanks to the proteins, lipids and amino acid that it contains, bamboo is an unbelievable natural skin hydrator.

 

LET’S GET BAMBOOZLED!

Give these products a try

Naturaline Swiss Cosmetics Bamboo Body Lotion (£8.99)

Extracts of organic Bamboo optimises the moisture balance and elasticity of the skin to leave it smooth and supple.

Korres – Water, Bamboo and Freesia Eau de Toilette (£30)

Opening with fresh Bamboo, the EDT develops into notes of aromatic Freesia and Lotus Flower, before settling on a Sandalwood base. The unique formula is based on Water, one of the primary elements of the universe, and a symbol of purity and clarity.

Eborian – Korean Skin Therapy (£29)

BAMBOO MATTE is a 2-in-1 hybrid moisturiser that combines a sensation of intense hydration with a matte finish in one single step. Captured in a fine cream with a powdery effect, its Bamboo Waterlock complex protects the skin barrier from drying out while the Bamboo powder makes an excellent natural mattifier, to leave skin shine-free and matte.

 

FROST’S FIVE TIPS FOR A ‘FESTIVAL READY’ FACE

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Want to know what our favourite thing about summer is? Besides the heat, pool parties and endless excuses to consume ice cream? It’s the makeup. So many great opportunities to experiment including bronzed beach looks, festival glam and rosy glows in the evening sunshine.  We’ve pulled together our top tips for prepping ahead of finessing that that al-fresco partying look so take note, take flight and enjoy the final furores of festival season!

 

  1. Prep your skin before you go

Your skin is going to need a bit of TLC during the festival, thanks to the occasional bevvy you’ll enjoy (ahem…) right through to the constant UVA and UVB exposure (which can be really damaging for skin). So, in order to make sure you’re giving your make up the best canvas, use a hydrating cream and treat yourself to a deep cleanse.

 

  1. Know your look

Now, we’re not saying less is more (because we’re all about the excess when it comes to ‘Fezzy Glam’, but think of it this way – it’s not always appropriate to mix leopard print and zebra print, is it?! Make sure you have the full image of the look you want (and complimenting swatches) ahead of setting off. You don’t want to be ‘the one that threw it together’ now, do you?

 

  1. Be realistic

How likely is it that you and your friends are actually going to be commit to the intricate ombre face art you’ve seen? If it seems a bit ambitious, plan some designs that are achievable and quick to complete so that you don’t sacrifice on the quality of the look.

 

  1. Set up for success with a setting spray

You’re going to be hot, you’re going to be dancing and you might even be smooching so make sure you invest in a strong setting spray. This will be your best friend for making sure that look you’ve perfected sticks with you as you party hard into the early hours.

 

  1. Dance, clear skin, sleep, repeat

We’d recommend not being ambitious with expectations around your skincare during your trip. Are you really going to do a double cleanse, tone and exfoliating treating after a session in the tent? Probably not. BUT, if you are doing a weekender and want fresh festival face each day, try your best to remove the look the night before and apply an overnight mask – it’ll hydrate your skin and give you a fresh canvas for the next day… or should we say ‘the next partay!’

LA Girl Cosmetics has shared its favourite festival looks, to give you some inspo for the festival scene. Check out their site for more ‘must haves’.

 

BYE-BYE BORING BLOW DRY!

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Let’s be honest here, the main reason washing your hair is such a drag isn’t the refreshing time in the shower. It’s the lengthy blow dry process. Blow drying in the summer? Far too hot to handle. Blow drying in the winter? Nuh-uh, we’re cold and want to snuggle down in bed. Blow drying in the morning? Too much effort for our sleepy heads. You get the gist.

Enter, PowerDry.ME! PowerDry.ME is the brainchild of a Canadian brand, Design.ME, which is selling out of this beaut blow dry essential across the pond. The spray decreases your drying time by up to 50% (really!) so technically you can have a brilliant blow and style in half the time– WIN.

It’s a specially formed micro emulsion which coats hair fibres, while controlling frizz, offering heat and UV protection and smoothing and conditioning your hair. It also has a really soft, sweet scent too – a bit like a traditional bubble bath!

Ready for the super complicated usage instructions? Here we go…

  • Mist onto damp hair from roots to ends
  • Dry
  • Style

See, miracles do happen!

How much? £14.95 for 230ml

I need it! Visit Sally Beauty (online or in store) to purchase.

Frost’s Favourite… MASCARA

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The segment that brings you the lowdown on what we’re absolutely LOVING each week!

What’s wonderful this week?

Oh My How High mascara by butter LONDON

 

 

Prove it…

OK, so hear us out. Mascara can be your best friend or your worst enemy – we rarely find that it’s the ‘middle ground mate’. We can confirm, that Butter’s OMHH mazzy will be the yin to your yang, the Holly to your Fern and the Beyoncé of your make up bag (sorry ‘chelle and Kel’).

Its thick bristles helps to make your lashes really dense. Perfect if you’re a volume seeker.

The piece de resistance of this beauty though, is absolutely the length it brings to your flutterers. The curved wand can really connect with your lashes and helps to dramatically pull them up and the traditional thickness of them collects enough of the product to apply a generous coating in just a few sweeps.

Like any mascara, best results come once lashes are curled and primed however if you don’t have time for these steps, you’ll still get great results from OMHH only.

Hook me up!

Purchase this beauty essential here: https://www.feelunique.com/brands/butter-london/Eyes

NOTE: Frost’s Favourite is not influenced by any sponsor or gifting

 

 

LK Bennett branches into fragrance

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London based LK Bennett, mostly known for its clothes and beautiful handbags, has decided to take a slice of the fragrance market with the launch of Signature. At Frost, we can’t get enough of its fresh, citrus scent and stunning art-deco inspired glass bottle, dressed with the iconic LK Bennett branding.

Unlike some of our favourite perfumes, Signature’s distinct tones will be noticeable long after application and everything about this product screams luxury. If you buy just a 30ml bottle, you’re getting that luxury at a fraction of the price too!

Scents apparently include ‘hypnotic’ top notes of citrus, pepper and rhubarb. Heart notes of rose, jasmine and ylang ylang add a floral flavour, with base notes of warm woods, dry amber, musk and vetiver.

Signature is available in three sizes (30ml – £35, 50ml – £49 and 100ml – £69 and is available to buy on www.lkbennett.com

Freeze away your skin tags with NEW Cryotag

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skin tags, get rid

Skin tags are annoying and embarrassing. I tried the innovative Cryotag and it worked well. I was impressed. I would recommend it to anyone who has skin tags. It is easy to use even for me who is rubbish at health stuff.

 

NEW INNOVATIVE TREATMENT AVAILABLE AT BOOTS

Highly Commended at The Beauty Awards 2017, in the Beauty Innovation of the Year category, Cryotag is the NEW fast and effective skin tag remover. Developed by world-leading innovators with 20 years’ experience in cryotherapy and skin tag removal.

Using technology trusted by doctors and dermatologists, Cryotag is a clinically proven new treatment. Within seconds of the applicator being applied to the skin tag the base will begin to turn white, signalling the skin tag has been frozen. This method will instantly freeze the core of the skin tag and the skin tag will fall off in as little as one treatment, usually within 2 weeks. No more expensive trips to the dermatologist, or risky or unpleasant DIY methods!

Skin tags affect up to half of the population, and are small pieces of soft skin raised or hanging off the skin. The skin tags often appear in areas of the body where clothing is likely to rub such as around your neck, chest and under arms. Even though skin tags are very common, they can be irritating and leave individuals feeling self-conscious.

Removing skin tags with Cryotag is a fast and easy 4 step process:

  1. Begin the treatment by firmly twisting the precision-tip applicator into the bottom of the cap.
  2. Insert the applicator and cap into the Cryotag canister. Press the cap down for 3 seconds and you will hear a hissing sound.
  3. Remove the applicator and cap and hold the tip facing down for 15 seconds to allow the applicator to reach the correct temperature.
  4. Grasp the skin tag with tweezers provided and gently pull it away for 40 seconds. Apply the applicator to the stalk of the skin tag.

Most skin tags will fall off within two weeks of the first application, leaving you with a healthy-looking skin.

The Cryotag skin tag remover is available in Boots stores and online at Boots.com.  Also available from Amazon.co.uk If your local Boots store doesn’t stock Cryotag, they can order it for next day delivery.

Cryotag RRP £21.95. Contains 12 applicators for up to 12 skin tag treatments

Cryotag is intended only for the removal of skin tags. If you are unsure whether it is a skin tag, always consult the GP first. There are also clear guidelines on the Cryotag website and packaging.

 

 

INTRODUCING VILIV BY DR. FELIX BERTRAM

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BEST-SELLING LUXURY SWISS SKINCARE LAUNCHES IN UK

INTRODUCING VILIV BY DR. FELIX BERTRAM

 Developed by Dr. Felix Bertram, a medical specialist in dermatology, skin surgery, beauty treatments and a sought after speaker at national and international meetings, the viliv biomedical skincare range is based on concentrated serums – targeting treatments for specific skin problems that work at the highest scientific level. Available fromwww.feelunique.com.

Viliv offers individual, targeted and efficient skincare packed with active ingredients from Swiss biotechnology. The line-up is formulated with particular skin needs in mind each serum is design to work alone or combined as a regime or as a cure – both in terms of their concentration and their efficacy. From dark circles, under eye puffiness, facial redness, skin firming to skin radiance there’s a solution for everyone and each treatment is free from parabens, mineral oils and colourant, as well as being 100% vegan, gluten-free and animal testing free.

Dr. Felix Bertram comments “in my clinic, skinmed, near Zurich, my colleagues and I have treated about 40,000 patients in recent years and we are always being asked: ‘What skincare do you recommend?’ Now, after six years of intensive development, I am able to give an answer: viliv”. “At the heart of my skincare line are the high-tech serums. They treat each skin problem separately, targeting it with 1-3 key ingredients at optimal concentrations. The best part is the confirmation from my patients and friends that viliv works. I have so enjoyed putting my DNA as a doctor.”

We tried the following:

viliv C clean off the day £20

 viliv c – clean off the day, daily facial cleanser by Dr. Felix Bertram loosens all impurities and make-up effortlessly and thoroughly. It is formulated to calm skin and maintain its natural balance. Aloe vera moisturises. Almond oil, rich in vitamins A, B, E and trace elements, nurtures and protects from free radicals.

 

 viliv tone your skin, refreshing facial toner – £33

The refreshing viliv t – tone your skin – refreshing facial toner removes the last traces of cleanser and neutralises the calcium in tap water. Edelweiss and bamboo extracts reinforce skin structure with powerful antioxidants and flavonoids. Formulated to hydrate, protect against moisture loss and help skin better absorb the active ingredients in skincare products.

 

The cleanser leaves skin super clean but does not irritate. Skin feels soft and looks good after. The Toner hydrates the skin and is the perfect base for your moisturiser or serum. Both are great and recommended.