skincare
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I love: the artisan sustainable brand, Matakana Botanicals
Read more: I love: the artisan sustainable brand, Matakana BotanicalsI love: the artisan sustainable brand, Matakana Botanicals, and most of all the ethos of its owner, Danvers Devereux, who has re-imagined the brand from a much-loved classic that his mother Colyn Devereux began 25 years ago; Les Floralies. Les Floralies is a brand we all grew up with; it was the posh gift to…
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Human+kind skincare with a conscience
Read more: Human+kind skincare with a conscienceHuman+kind (www.humanandkind.com) is a skincare brand founded in Ireland that is now available in New Zealand, at Farmers stores. It has a focus on multi-use products that simplify, rather than complicate, your life and that is embodied perfectly in this day and night cream in one which saves on money and storage space. BB Cream…
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From bottom to top: we test Summer skin saviours
Read more: From bottom to top: we test Summer skin savioursWinter is my favourite season. Layers of knitwear, blankets on the couch, those extra foodie indulgences in the name of ‘insulation’ … Happiness. But nothing inspires new beginnings like Spring and its clear, beautiful days dotted amongst the lessening gray, cold, soggy ones promising summer is so, so close. I’ve never kept a New Year…
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Baylis & Harding has arrived in New Zealand
Read more: Baylis & Harding has arrived in New ZealandI have great news if you’re buying gifts and are on a budget but still want really cute and fun presents for the family- the British brand Baylis & Harding that many of you will know from travel to England, is finally available in New Zealand and will be stocked at The Warehouse here. Affordable,…
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What stresses me out
Read more: What stresses me outIf you know me, you’ll know I’m pretty calm (except when pregnant. Or running late. Actually I’m calmest when asleep) and stress-free. But there are just certain situations that get the better of me, and they seem to multiply once I’m stressed rather than subside. Of course, aside from the mental strain, I don’t want…
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ON MY DESK What’s new for November 2014
Read more: ON MY DESK What’s new for November 2014Hello again. There’s so much that’s new since we last did this, that this is a biggie. This latest edition of ON MY DESK brings you what’s new for November 2014 in the worlds of skincare, health and beauty – and a fair amount of food – that’s crossed my path. Check it out below……
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The week on Thread – Episode 8
Read more: The week on Thread – Episode 8The highlights of this week on Thread in photos – Episode 8 TRIP TO MELBOURNE Read all about the Gaultier exhibition and see my photos and highlights of Melbourne at the weekend on Thread here. YOGA WITH SOVEREIGN AND FOREVER FIT Wednesday morning saw me rising early and feeling energised after a raw food breakfast…
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We try: Dermalogica PowerBright Trio
Read more: We try: Dermalogica PowerBright TrioIn this latest ‘We try’ column, I’m trialling the new Dermalogica PowerBright Trio skincare release which targets dark spots, hyperpigmentation and UV damage. This range replaces their previous ChromaWhite TRx range and consists of three products to span your day: a day cream, a night cream, and a serum you may layer under both. With…
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ON MY DESK: The latest in Spring skincare
Read more: ON MY DESK: The latest in Spring skincareON MY DESK: The latest in Spring skincare from Elizabeth Arden Flawless Future powered by Ceramide, and Eight Hour cream, Rosehip by Essano, Evolu, Clinique, and O Cosmedics. Flawless Future We all know stress takes its toll on our minds, and bodies, and it’s the same for our skin. The first signs of skin ageing…
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Sweet makeup giftsets for Christmas from Benefit
Read more: Sweet makeup giftsets for Christmas from BenefitBenefit is famous for creative and charming packaging, often referencing retro pin-up girls, and vintage graphics. The Christmas season is the perfect time to buy giftsets with trial-sized products for friends – or, let’s face it, yourself – and the San Fransisco-based cosmetics brand has some of the best I’ve seen coming this season. Does…