the BOB
The ‘bob’ is back in fashion.
In a throwback to the late 80s – when Linda Evangelista chopped off all her hair and was promptly cancelled from all the important runway shows – to the early 90s when ‘the bob’ ruled supreme and women everywhere were copying her style, stylists and designers have embraced it full-force for 2007.
At the Jay McCarroll show in New York they cut and shaped wigs to create architecture, and added a halo fringe to frame the face – an edgy, asymmetrical, B52’s-inspired look from the 60s.
pampering treatments
Spa treatments are more about health than luxury.
Nowadays, more women, men and teenagers are booking appointments to get pampered with body and foot massages, wraps and all type of treatments to stay young and relieve stress, among other benefits. The spa experience has become so popular that cosmetic companies are trying to “bottle it up” for people to use at home. However, there is just no comparison between a do-it-yourself spa and the professional services offered by aestheticians and massage therapists. So, treat yourself to one of the following spa treatments to make you feel and look better.
love yourself
Get ready to look your best this Valentine’s Day
February is just around the corner and with February comes Valentine’s Day. Women usually look forward to this occasion to show our partners how much we love them. Before Valentine’s Day, we spend hours thinking about how to make our better halves even happier. Don’t you think it is about time we start thinking a little less about them and start giving a big chunk of that love to us? One of the best gifts you can give yourself this year is a new beauty regime or a new hairstyle or a makeover. Go ahead and plan it, you deserve it!
Plan to have fun
Looking your best should be one of your priorities on Valentine’s Day.
What women want:
intelligent ingredients
It used to be all things pomegranate but now the goji berry and pumpkin are the new ‘it’ ingredients in health and beauty products.
These new wonder ingredients pack a powerful punch of elements that enhance beauty and are good for the body. The goji berry is from the Himalaya region and is grown on low-lying deciduous plants. It is traditionally used in Chinese medicine as it contains 18 amino acids and six essential vitamins including C and E. It is also rich in antioxidants that protect against free radical damage. Hailed for its anti-aging properties, the gogi berry is now being used not only as health food but in beauty products.
banding together
This season’s chicest accessory is the headband. Whether adorned with flowers or ornated jewels and in a variety of materials from lightweight fabrics to satin headwraps, the look is effortless and put together.
The secure hold head wrap from i|m uses activehold technology – a tactile rubber tread woven throughout to prevent it from slipping and has a 52 percent stronger holding power.
This neutral-colored faux suede headband with a floral pattern from Goody’s Summer Solstice collection dresses up the prettiest of sundresses.