The Body Shop Ireland are very excited to announce that on Saturday the 7th of August they will be offering a Pamper day for all the ladies who love to be spoilt!
Its your day to relax and take some time out, so why not pop in and have your make-up done by one of The Body Shop’s top make-up artists, treat yourself to a 15 minute mini facial or simply indulge in a relaxing hand and nail massage.
The stores will be offering:
1. Express Mineral Make-over’s
2. Relaxing hand and nail massages
3. Discover Our Skin Care - 15 minute mini facials for €15 redeemable off a skin care product of your choice.
As appointments are limited for the facials we are recommending that customers book their appointments in advance and secure their appointment with a €5 deposit to avoid disappointment.
Gelish is the latest range of 3 week manicures to arrive in Dublin, I was dying to try it out. There seems to be a much wider selection of colours than Shellac range.
I went to my much loved Carter Beauty in Blackrock for my treatment. I opted for a classic French polish. It looked fab, it was much shiner than usual nail polish and went on in about 45 mins.
The nails were still thin and looked very natural however by Day 4 the edges had started to lift on two of the nails. I happened to be calling into the salon for my tanning before going to London on Monday so the girls offered to redo the nails… I declined at first but then said why not.
(please excuse the scankie tan finger)
On Friday morning, Day 9 the only nails that weren’t lifting were the ones that we redone last Sunday. I couldn’t be bothered with them so peeled them all off. Probably not the best for my nails but I was at my desk in work.
I now just have a strengthener on them & plan to paint them with my Chanel Particuliére tonight before bed.
I did love the nails but 3 week manicure it wasn’t!
Has anyone else had it done? I have only heard good stories from others so maybe I was just unlucky.
Would I give it another go…. maybe but not for my holidays next month like I’d planned.
In case you didn’t have a chance to check out Carter Beauty’s Spring Pamper Package they are now offering a fantastic Summer deal. A microdermabrasion diamond extract facial, a back peel using a strawberry scrub, eyebrow tidy with choice of wax or tweeze, followed by a cucumber & mint pedicure and a file, buff & polish for your fingers and all for only €99.
Marissa & I met recently when I became a regular in the salon and she invited me in for the Summer Package. I had been looking forward to my pamper evening for weeks and it just happened to be the night of my first WW weigh in so it was a lovely treat.
I was greeted by the lovely Laura in the salon who brought me through the package as I had a few questions. Laura knew her stuff and explained everything step by step. I also loved the fact that Laura was my therapist for the full 2.5 hours I was in the salon.
We started with the back scrub and it was lovely. I wouldn’t have said my back was a particular problem area however over the last few weeks I’ve had some spots that have actually hurt me so perfect timing for the scrub. I asked Laura if she could think of any reason why these would start, probably my addiction to fake tan we decided and also it’s very hard to exfoliate your own back!
Then we moved on to the microdermabrasion facial. I had no idea what this would in tale. I had a imagined the usual deep cleansing facial I would have usually opted for with a special sort of mask, however I was wrong. My skin was cleansed and then Laura showed me the magic machine which does all the hard work! It’s like a small torch (with no light!) that has teeny tiny diamonds, when placed on your face it there is a small feeling of suction & it makes a funny popping noise as it is moved around your face. It is manoeuvred twice around the face, changing to a smaller head for in around the noise and chin which are prone to congestion. Afterwards a lovely cool face mask was put on for 10 mins. It was very pleasant & my skin feels softer & may even look brighter today.
Then a quick eyebrow tidy & we were ready to go out to the comfy big pedicure areas in the salon.
As one who doesn’t like people touching my feet, I did warn Laura I may jump a bit but decided to give it a go and she was very gentle with me. After a nice soak, my toenails were given a cut & tidy, including pushing back the cuticles & a quick file (I HATE that part, hurts my teeth!), I had a lovely cucumber and mint scrub & massage & then my favourite bit, the painting. I love doing bright, strong colours on my toes for Summer but when I get them done I nearly always opt for a French polish, I know a professional pedicure will last much longer than mine & the French polish just goes with everything!
I must mention that Carter Beauty have wide a range of nail polish brands to choose from including OPI, Jessica & China Glaze. While my tootsies dried we finished the package with a file, buff & polish. I chose OPI, Black Cherry Chutney for my hands, its very similar to OPI Lincoln Park After Dark which I have at home.
How did I feel about the package overall? For €99 it’s everything you need before your holidays or to prepare your skin for the ‘actual’ nice weather we’re having here. My only negative is down to personal choice, I’m not sure I would choose the microdermabrasion facial over my regular deep cleanse, with extraction facial. I can still see some blackheads on my chin & cheeks that I would have hoped would have disappeared but for €99 I would thoroughly recommend it, sure a mani & pedi could cost you that in some places!
The original reason I began going to Carter Beauty is because of their special offer on spray tans, now they are only giving me more reasons to go back… From these fantastic package offers to their latest Gelish 3 week manicure for only €30, if you haven’t heard of it or don’t know what the hell I’m talking about have a look at this short video;
All I can say is make sure you book in advance & see you there!
Carter Beauty, 40 Main Street, Blackrock, Co. Dublin, TEL: 01 210 3624
GLOW magazine, is bringing Ireland’s biggest ever FREE beauty, health and lifestyle Road Show to the Burlington Hotel on Sat 26th of June 2010 in association with EBS Building Society.
The first five events kicked off in Cork, Galway, Limerick, Naas and Athlone and have been attended by over 8,000 women to date. Now it’s the turn of the ladies of Dublin to experience this fantastic FREE, fun day out.
It is our grand finale event for Summer 2010 that you don’t want to miss!
You can get your hair styled, nails manicured, makeup applied and brows shaped as well as availing of skin analysis and beauty makeovers on the day, and all for FREE. Why not take advantage of the free bra fitting service from La Senza as well as tips and advice from Debenhams personal shoppers and stylists on how to dress to suit different sizes and shapes.
There will be live cooking demos from Weight Watchers, blood pressure testing, diabetes checks, laser eye tests, BMI screening, career advice, fitness machines and gizmos to try out, live salsa dancing lessons, fragrance sampling, hair analysis, palm and tarot card readings and mini Reiki and massage treatment sessions in case it all gets too much and you need some downtime!
Laura Bermingham, editor of GLOW magazine, will be there on the day to answer any beauty questions and everyone attending on the day will also get the opportunity to sign up for GLOW’s fantastic Makeover Competition, where one woman will get the chance to win the ultimate make-over of a lifetime.
If that wasn’t enough there will be 1000 goodie bags up for grabs full of beauty and skincare products. We will also have a huge surprise for women attending on the day…
With all the talk of doom and gloom at the moment this is the perfect opportunity to take some time out for some well-deserved pampering.
While you are at it why not get onto the girls, your mum, aunties, mother-in-laws, grans and neighbours and invite them all.
The GLOW Feel Good Days is taking place in the Burlington Hotel, Dublin on Saturday June 26th. Admission is FREE.
Doors open at 10am and close at 530pm.
So a little over two years ago Brown Cow Sandyford opened it’s doors. I was immediately impressed with the salon style and treatments available.
I became a regular, especially for their Fake Bake spray tan, I love the way you can have a shower & exfoliate with the Fake Bake products & then be tanned up within mins.
I was so excited when I heard of Brown Cow Carrickmines opening. I know their isn’t much distance between them but it is more on my way home from work & near home too.
The launch night was Tuesday 8th June, with many celebs including Alan Hughes, The Vard Sisters, Michelle Heaton & Lisa Cannon making an appearence on the night. The night was themed Sex and the City, Cosmo’s were flowing & the crowd were entertained by a fashion show followed by musical performance by Emy Onyesoh.
The salon itself is fantastic, the ideal location for some well deserved pampering. The pedicure booths & manicure tables make it the ideal place to grab the girlies & head for some mani & pedis with some gossip thrown in. I intend to do this very soon, stay tuned for a full review…
Brown Cow are also very proud to be the first salon in Ireland to offer Laser treatments for the same price as normal waxing. Full course of 6 sessions: Upper lip €100, Chin €150, Underarms €100, 1/2 Leg €200, Full Leg €400, Californian €250, Brazilian €350, Hollywood €400.
Fair play to Sue Kelly and her team, best of luck with the new salon and keep up the good work To make you appointment for Carrickmines the number is 01 294 5541 & for Sandyford it’s 01 207 4787.
I will keep you posted on my future visits to Brown Cow Carrickmines, have you been yet? Let us know what you thought…
Mwah
Brown Cow Carrickmines TEL: 01 294 5541 or Brown Cow Sandyford TEL: 01 207 4787.
When I was asked to review L’onglex many months ago I said no problem but I didn’t know the brand…
How wrong was I!? The signature pink bottle with purple lid, it had been a household staple in our bathroom cabinet, and I am guessing not just in my family home however I never knew the name.
The newly re branded L’onglex is not only in funky pretty bottles but compared to my Star Nails Nail Polish remover it ranks miles above…
Firstly. the product, even with deep reds & dark blue polishes it removes the colour effortlessly without bleeding on the skin around your nails. It is available with & without Acetone. I am currently using the one with Acetone & I will definitely repurchase.
Secondly packaging, what’s not to love, it’s either pretty and pink, or purple for the Acetone free option. They also have a clever strip down the side of the bottle so you can see how much product is left
I also love the brand that L’Onglex is building, from their funky blog which is regularly updated with top tips, new beauty products & the search for the perfect nail polishes.
L’Onglex are using social media too, very prominent on Facebook & Twitter and even include this information on their packaging which was something I hadn’t seen before.
So ladies, if you haven’t tried it, make sure you pick up a bottle or two the next time your in Dunnes, Superquinn or even Spar.
The Body Shop in Dundrum Shopping Centre is having a Slumber Party this Saturday May 29th.
Desperate for a good night’s sleep, but can’t seem to get it?Every clued-up celeb knows beauty sleep is key to looking and feeling good.
According to The Sleep Council, you’re not alone, as 1 in 5 people suffer from a lack of sleep, but a relaxing routine encourages peaceful and restorative slumber.
To celebrate the success of the Iconic Deep Sleep Dreamy Pillow Mist we are offering all our customers in the Dundrum Town Centre 20% off everything in store.
Its your day to relax and take some time out, so why not pop in and have your make-up done by one of The Body Shop’s top make-up artists, chat to our skin care representatives or simply indulge in the fabulous wellbeing range of Deep Sleep.
If you can’t make it to Dundrum on Saturday why not check out the new The Body Shop Ireland channel on YouTube, full of top tips from The Body Shop’s International Make Up Artist, Karim Sattar. Below is the Smokey Eye look using their New Baked Eye Colour in Jade.
These are one of my favourite types of blog posts so I’m not sure why I have never done one before but here goes!
After meeting Emma at The Body Shop event recently I had been lusting after Chanel 505 Particuliére which is SOLD OUT in all of Dublin, trust me I rang around!
Anyway, my friend Lynda was of to Manchester for the day last Saturday & I secured a bottle in House of Fraser Manchester I am in love! It will go with all my clothes as I am very much into my cream & browns.
Not sure if I would polish my toosties with this though, I prefer a stronger, brighter colour!
Wish You Were Here is the Summer Beauty Event at Brown Thomas Stores across the country from Thursday 13th until Sunday 23rd May.
Learn the tips to turn you into a sun kissed Goddess for Summer 2010 from free demonstrations across the store to Masterclasses from International Make Up Artists from Nars, MAC, Christian Dior, Bobbi Brown, Giorgio Armani, Laura Mercier to name but a few. Check out the full calendar of events here.
Top stylists Annmarie O’Connor & Lisa Fitzpatrick will also be on hand for the latest fashion advice.
With all the talk of doom and gloom at the moment this is the perfect opportunity to take some time out for some well-deserved pampering.
So a little over two years ago 
To make you appointment for Carrickmines the number is 01 294 5541 & for Sandyford it’s 01 207 4787.
