Monday 26 September 2011

British Fine Fragrance House unveil new fragrance, Juniper Sling this September




Introducing Juniper Sling, an intoxicating new fragrance inspired by the most iconic and atmospheric of spirits: London Dry Gin. Created for Penhaligon’s by Master Perfumer Olivier Cresp, Juniper Sling is a playful, chilled and mysterious homage to the Bright Young Things of London’s roaring twenties. 

For enigmatic boys and girls, Juniper Sling is a crisp cocktail shot of gin with the freshness of juniper, cool measures of angelica and brandy and a beating libertine heart of black pepper, cardamom, soft leather and orris. A gourmand base of brown sugar, black cherry and amber add sensuality to the scent.

A beloved and iconic tipple has been transformed into a complex and compulsive skin scent. Apply liberally and drink in. 

Head Notes: Cinnamon, Orange Brandy, Angelica, Juniper Berry
Heart Notes: Cardamom, Leather, Black Pepper, Orris Wood
Base Notes: Brown Sugar, Black Cherry, Vetiver, Ambrox

Penhaligon’s Juniper Sling Eau de Toilette 50ml £78
Penhaligon’s Juniper Sling Eau de Toilette 100ml £110

Juniper Sling will launch in the UK on Monday 5th September 2011 and will be available in Penhaligon’s boutiques, concessions and online at www.penhaligons.com


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Friday 23 September 2011

Beauty UK launches new Smokescreen Palette


National fashion cosmetics brand, beautyuk, has added a brand new combo eye palette to its existing collection. The palette is available online at www.beautyukcosmetics.com and in Superdrug stores from the end of September. 

‘Smokescreen’ Eye Palette

This brand new combo eye palette contains a collection of 6 shades of blue, black and silver eyeshadows, together with black and grey gel-based eyeliners – ideal for creating a ‘smokey’ statement look. With a dual use, double ended applicator, this slim case can be easily carried around in a day bag or taken in a clutch on a night out.

Retails at £3.99


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Gwen Stefani’s Harajuku Lovers line, Jingle G, unveils new limited edition fragrance at The Perfume Shop



Jingle all the way this Christmas with The Perfume Shop and Harajuku Lovers’ Jingle G

The Perfume Shop is set to make your Christmas the best yet with the new limited-edition fragrance from Gwen Stefani’s Harajuku Lovers line, Jingle G. A fun and fresh addition to both your perfume collection and your Christmas tree, the new, holiday-themed scent will be available online and in store now! 

Jingle G captures the essence of festivity, putting every woman who wears it into a very merry mood. Prepare yourself for the colder season with a spritz of this delicious new fragrance.

Jingle G comes in a festive bottle with a hanging ribbon so that it doubles up as a cute Christmas decoration meaning your tree will look as pretty as you smell. With notes of tangerine, orange blossom and vanilla, Jingle G evokes images of warming yourself by the fire to really get you into the holiday spirit.

Jingle G comes from a line inspired by Tokyo culture, transforming the concept of the modern woman who is free to express herself into a number of fragrances suitable for all personalities, with Jingle G being the ideal scent for women who like to celebrate Christmas in style.

Fill your Christmas stocking with the fun, festive new Jingle G fragrance from the Harajuku Lovers line at The Perfume Shop in store and online at www.theperfumeshop.com, available now priced at £12.50 for an EDT Spray 10ml.


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TONI&GUY introduces new Hair Styling System



Established in London in 1963, TONI&GUY have over 400 Hair Salons worldwide. Unlike others, TONI&GUY believes that hair is an expression of personal style and an integral part of your look. That’s why for over 15 seasons, TONI&GUY session stylists have been working backstage at London Fashion Week creating innovative looks for leading designers.

A very British brand with unique heritage and eclectic sense of style, TONI&GUY is proud to be at the forefront of a new style mission. Today, we introduce the amalgamation of a passion for fashion with unrivalled knowledge and expertise in hair. A credible salon brand is finally visualising hair through a fashion lens. Hair meet wardrobe.

Introducing a NEW Hair Styling System from TONI&GUY with specialised products and expert guidance. Every product in the new TONI&GUY collection has been carefully selected with tried and tested salon formulas to offer a total solution. The collection of products includes Cleanse & Nourish, Prep and Four unique styling collections, inspired by the world of fashion. Whether you want a Casual, Classic, Glamour or Creative style, we have the right combination of products for you. Designed to inspire and help you to do more with your hair and express your personal style.

Each product uses TONI&GUY’s bespoke new fragrance, incorporating sparkling touches of ginger, very British earl grey tea and effervescent pink pepper. This modern memorable fragrance is crafted around contrasts, pitching a zingy top note against a bold sensuous rose, and wrapping the whole in a glamorous blend of creamy vanilla, smooth woods and soft musk, carrying your look from day to night.

This Hair Fashion instigation finally allows your hair to unite with your wardrobe, resulting in a union never seen before. Whatever your style; Classic, Casual, Glamour or Creative, TONI&GUY has the right range of products to help you create your look.


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Wednesday 21 September 2011

Annabelle’s Wigs and Lino Carbosiero Collaborate


Annabelle’s Wigs is one of the UK’s foremost experts on hair pieces. Claire, the owner, lives and breathes hair. With sound advice and guidance from the industries best stylists and tips from leading burlesque performers, Claire puts pen to paper to design high quality, on trend and beautiful hair pieces.

Known for her boundless enthusiasm, Claire is busy keeping an eye on all emerging hair trends so that her service is kept contemporary, exceptional and personal. In choosing a partner for this collaboration she knew internationally renowned stylist to the A-list - Lino Carbosiero was her man.

"Lino is the best at what he does, he makes women feel amazing by creating beautiful hair. I wanted to work with him to create a collection of pieces that would stand out in the market - beautifully styled, feminine, easy to wear and yet affordable. I feel we have achieved this with our new collection. I love it - glamour made easy!" Claire, Owner Annabelle’s Wigs

Claire’s expertise have been featured on the ultimate glamour puss, Paloma Faith, by burlesque performers globally including and Persia Porzia and Beatrix Von Bourbon and recently Katie Price wore the 3/4 Extension and Fish Plait from the new collection to boyfriend Leo’s birthday.

“I have worked with every type of hair extension and I have seen the damage they have caused, so I love the idea of quick and instant long hair with no damage. The other pieces in the collection from the Bun to the Versatile Pony are what we always want when on shoots and Claire has brought them to life which is fantastic and it’s so great that we can offer this to the public too.” Lino Carbosiero

The Annabelle’s and Lino pieces start from £25.00 - £70.00


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Beauty brand Rudolph Care launches at Whole Foods Market



Rudolph Care launches at Whole Foods Market, specially selected to Whole Body Exclusives. 

The range can be found at High Street Kensington, Whole Foods Soho, Whole Foods Chapham Junction and Whole Foods Camden.

"The whole Body Team at Whole Foods Market are wowed by the award winning Acai Body Oil for its exquisite fragrance as well as its excellent absorption into the skin. A beauty classic in the making", The Whole Food Body Team. 




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Tuesday 20 September 2011

Radox unveils new bath time treat with the launch of Radox Bath Smoothies


Following on from the success of the delicious Radox Shower Smoothies range, Britain’s favourite bathing brand* brings you a new bath time treat with the launch of Radox Bath Smoothies.

Radox Bath Smoothies has taken the natural ingredients found in the Radox Shower Smoothies, and blended them into a luxurious, smooth cream designed to deliver a sumptuous bathing experience that will leave you smelling good enough to eat! 

Choose from three tantalising variants based on the original Shower Smoothies range; Spirit Booster, Soul Soother and Tropical Tranquillity and create your own perfect bath time! 

Product Information
Spirit Booster is a rich and creamy mix of yoghurt, cranberry and elderberry, to boost body and mind.
Tropical Tranquillity is a divine combination of coconut, crushed almonds and myrrh to indulge the senses.
Soul Soother incorporates chamomile, blackcurrant and cranberry to calm the mind.

Available from Boots, Superdrug and selected Supermarkets. 


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Racoon International revamps product range


Racoon International’s great product range has just had a massive overhaul: new eye-catching rich red and silver bottles boasting new products and revised formulas. 

Designed to work in harmony with Racoon International hair extensions to keep clients’ hair looking salon fabulous, all of the products are formulated to cleanse, condition and maintain clients’ Racoon hair extensions in tip-top condition.

New to the range is a retail Detox Shampoo which removes any product build-up, leaving hair squeaky clean and shiny; the Conditioning Hair Mask is now packaged in a 100ml plastic tube (as opposed to the former 200ml glass jar) making it much more user-friendly, and new ingredients in the Thermal Defense spray to enhance its UV protection qualities.

“The range looks fresh and modern and although the products are designed with the extension wearer in mind, we’re sure it will attract the attention of the regular salon client too,” says Racoon International Sales and Marketing Manager, Claire Bartley. “Which is fantastic as the products perform equally well on both natural and extension hair. 

“And great news for our customers is that we’re able to maintain – and in some instances reduce – the unit cost of products. So as well as looking more attractive the products’ prices remain attractive too,” says Claire. 

RACOON INTERNATIONAL’S NEW PRODUCT RANGE

Detox Shampoo (250ml RRP £10.00)
A weekly shampoo to remove product build-up and leave hair squeaky clean

Luxurious Shampoo (250ml RRP £10.00)
Enriched with moisturising and natural extracts to gently cleanse hair and scalp

Everyday Conditioner (250ml RRP £10.00)
Leave-in spray to instantly recondition hair and help prevent tangles and static

Luxurious Conditioner (150ml RRP £10.00)
A luxurious moisturising treatment to smooth, detangle and revitalise hair

Conditioning Hair Mask (100ml RRP £10.00)
An intensive deep conditioning treatment to revitalise and rehydrate tired hair 

Thermal Defense (150ml RRP £8.00)
A light spray to protect hair against UV rays and when using hot styling tools

Hair Shine Serum (50ml RRP £8.00)
A light serum that gives hair a silky feel and adds a high-gloss reflective shine 

Pamper Kit (3 x 50ml RRP £10.00)
Stylish cosmetic bag containing mini-sized Luxurious Shampoo, Luxurious Conditioner and Conditioning Hair Mask; perfect for holidays or when travelling


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Friday 16 September 2011

London based beauty brand, Eyeko announces relaunch with a new logo, website and products



Eyeko, London based beauty brand lauched in 1999, has just relaunched with a new logo, website and products. The focus is now the EYE in Eyeko. The new collection consists of a mascara wardrobe with 3 brushes: Skinny Brush Mascara, Fat Brush Mascara and Curvy Brush Mascara that comes with the exclusive Eyeko Shield, a unique lash-transforming tool created to be popped behind lashes during application and prevent smudges. The rest of the line is made up by the Skinny Liquid Eyeliner in 3 colours and Skinny Eyeliner, a soft eye pencil in 6 shades.

The new collection is available exclusively in Harvey Nichols and on www.eyeko.com


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Thursday 15 September 2011

Former Pussycat Doll Kimberly Wyatt and skincare range Love The Planet founder Laura McComiskie launch BM Beauty



BM Beauty is the creation of former Pussycat Doll and Got To Dance Judge Kimberly Wyatt and skincare range Love The Planet founder Laura McComiskie. Kimberly and Laura are both passionate about the environment and cosmetics so it was a natural progression to combine the two. 

Through BM Beauty it is their aim to provide exciting, high quality cosmetics along with the advice on how to create the looks you desire. With a little know-how, it's achievable for everyone. 

Rather than merely providing a celebrity endorsement for BM Beauty, Kimberly has been fully involved in the creative process from day one. As equal partners, Kimberly and Laura have tackled every process from the design of their logo to the development of new products.

BM stands for Beautiful Movements, as in www.beautifulmovements.com, Kimberly's website and meeting place for creative minds and positive change. Kimberly created Beautiful Movements as a place for people to congregate to read blogs and poetry, listen to music and to share their thoughts.

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Clive Christian Perfumes set to open first UK Clive Christian Counter outside of London


Clive Christian revived the world of luxury perfume with his definitive collection of 1872, X and No. 1, The Worlds Most Expensive Perfume, chosen by the most discerning noses at the most prestigious perfumeries around the world. 

Now he’s bringing the same grandeur to the Manchester Trafford Centre, Selfridges, with his opening of the first UK Clive Christian Counter outside of London. 

‘As the North West is the birthplace of the House of Clive Christian we are delighted that after ten years since the launch of No.1, The Worlds Most Expensive Perfume, the perfume house can now return home, exclusively at Selfridges Trafford Centre.’ (Victoria Christian, Brand Ambassador) 

Selfridges & Co, The Trafford Centre Manchester, M17 8DA 


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The Body Shop launches new limited edition make-up collection



Time to shimmer and smoulder! This winter The Body Shop steps out with the new Limited Edition Smoke & Sparklerange, a glam make-up collection in the hottest colours of the season and made with Community Fair Trade ingredients.

With two gorgeous eye palettes in Silver Black and Golden Brown, it has never been easier to perfect those on-trend looks whatever your skin tone or mood. Whether your style is subtly sparkly or out-and-out glitz and glamour simply follow the step-by-step application instructions for a dramatic yet wearable look.

What’s more, last year’s sensational sell-out The Sparkler in Boudoir Pink returns, this time with a brand new Enchanting Gold shimmer shade. High-shine mini lip glosses complete the range. Recreating the catwalk becomes effortless –so fashionistas, snap up this range while it’s available and switch on the sparkle.


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Miners Cosmetics launch new nail colours for AW


The Autumn/Winter season once again sees the return of deep, dark tones to our wardrobe.  Miners Cosmetics have delved deep into the urban jungles of some of the world's most cosmopolitan cities to inspire the brand new Autumn/Winter Nail Collection.

Bangkok Blues - The change of season does not mean you need to fall back on your black winter basics.  Navy was a winning shade on the A/W 2011 catwalks and is a savvy substitute to black.  This deep navy shade will look good whatever your wearing, the perfect partner to a dressed down look or to add attitude to your Sunday best!

London's Calling - There is nothing dull about this gorgeous mushroom hue.  Taking inspiration from the heart of London Town, London's Calling is the perfet party shade for the new season.

Fairytale of New York - New York is the worlds most celebrated 'concrete jungle', with an eclectic mix of breath-taking buildings, skyline and stunning parks.  This deep emerald shade takes the gorgeous colour from the cities urban escape - Central Park with the brash, cosmopolitan attitude of the socialites found in Greenwich Village.  It's the perfect shade for a heady fashion junkie!

Weekend in Paris - Paris...j'adore Paris, the romance capital of the world!  Delicious delights of the Patisserie, breath-taking works at the Louvre and the stylish stores lining the Champs-Elysees - this raspberry shade emulates everything Parisian, a fashionable colour for a tue romantic.

Joining the brand NEW City inspired shades is Miners Winter favourite, Plum.


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Look magazine to launch cosmetics range


Look magazine is building its brand and beauty credentials with the launch of a new cosmetics range, Look Beauty. The range will be sold in Superdrug stores nationwide and will raise money for Look Good…Feel Better, the national cancer charity helping women with the visible side-effects of their treatment.

Designed, tested and worn by the beauty brains at Look magazine, Look Beauty includes nail varnishes, eyeshadows and lipsticks in high fashion colours. The collection also includes Pro Kits – such as How To Smoky Eye and Bronze and Sculpt – which provide the products and on-pack step-by-step guide to create a look.

Look will unveil Look Beauty at The Look Fashion Show in association with Westfield Stratford City on 17 September, before the range goes on sale in 200 Superdrug stores in October.

Look publishing director Julie Lavington says: “Look carries more beauty editorial than any other magazine, with more than 500 pages each year. Our readers have a huge appetite for new products and we know they will be excited to add these products to their make-up bags, particularly when every product sold will benefit the wonderful work that Look Good…..Feel Better does.”

Look’s beauty editor, Sophie Beresiner, was diagnosed with breast cancer in December 2010 and writes an award-winning blog for Look Good...Feel Better. 

Sophie says: “Having worked on the range throughout my illness I'm thrilled that the proceeds are going to such an important charity. I’ve worked closely with Look Good...Feel Better as a beauty editor and then as a cancer patient so I'm more than qualified to understand that the confidence boosting work they do across the UK is paramount to feeling better, a perfect fit for the Look Makeup philosophy.”

Susan Taylor, chairman of Look Good…Feel Better, says: “Look has supported us since it launched and we’re delighted to be working with them on this project.  This new partnership gives us an excellent platform to raise awareness of our work to a younger audience, as well as generating funds that will help us reach an even greater number of newly diagnosed women with cancer.”

Look Beauty is produced under licence by FB Beauty. Prices range from £4 for a single eyeshadow to £18 for a Glow Kit.

Look will promote Look Beauty in the magazine and on its website, as well as through advertisements within IPC’s women’s titles.


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