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For an innovative new treatment in dealing with sun damage, acne scars and wrinkles that has none of the traditional down-time associated with more aggressive laser treatments and deep chemical peels; Genuine Dermaroller Therapy is the one to consider.

Genuine Dermaroller Therapy is the aesthetic micro-needling treatment that can diminish scars, sun damage, wrinkles and pigmentation anywhere on the face or body. Genuine Dermaroller Therapy uses tiny micro-medical needles on the skin encouraging regeneration and repair, leaving you with smoother, brighter, healthier, younger-looking skin.

After the initial treatment, in the first weeks the skin will look brighter and more vibrant and about six weeks later the increased collagen will result in the tightening of the skin and reduction of pigmentation. The process will continue over the following months, providing natural and long lasting enhancement. Up to three sessions, six weeks apart, are usually recommended.

Treatments cost starts from £250 per session

There are now over 500 such clinics across the UK, and the demand for training and authorisation is growing rapidly. Details of all the clinics can be found on www.genuinedermaroller.co.uk

Impulse and Barry M – two delightfully fun beauty brands have teamed up to create three limited edition handbag essential packs. The two brands have paired a luscious lip gloss with a much loved Impulse scent and they are available together for a limited period only.

Choose from the Very Pink fragrance which comes with a sumptuous strawberry scented and flavoured pale pink lip gloss; Into Glamour comes with a velvety vanilla clear lip gloss and lastly Tease completes the collection with a nude lip gloss in a delicious caramel flavour.

The limited edition Barry M lip glosses are only available from 26th April – 11th June. Get the range from Boots from 26^th April – 17^th May and from Superdrug and Tesco from 7^th May – 11^th June.

Price: £3.00

There’s nothing more frustrating than shaving your legs ready for those summer shorts only to not have them feel as silky smooth by the end of the day. Veet’s new Hair Minimising Body Moisturiser helps to slow down the hair growth retaining the smooth, just shaved feel for longer.

The unique ProMinimise™ formulation contains natural botanical extracts that are known to inhibit hair follicle activity and noticeably slow down the appearance of hair re-growth. This means that silky smooth feeling is prolonged and you can remove hair less often.

£4.99 for 250ml

Available from Boots stores nationwide

One of my favourites beauty buys is Palmers Moisturiser. It’s highly moisturising and has a gorgeous rich scent.

They now have two new products that have launched for summer. The first, the Palmers Swivel Stick is like a very large lip balm that can be used not only for dry lips but also to moisturise any dry patches on the face, hands or elbows and is perfect for popping in your bag when you go on your holidays.

The second is their Natural Bronze, a light gradual tanner that is highly moisturising and when used every day builds up a natural and even looking tan. Perfect for when you have a sunny spell and want to don those denim shorts but your pins are a little too pasty.

Palmer’s Swivel Stick - £2.49

Palmer’s Gradual Tanner - £4.88

Available from Boots, Superdrug and independent chemists

Soothe and reduce puffy eyes with the new Yes To Cucumbers Soothing Eye Gel. Paraben-free, the eye gel contains organic cucumbers, green tea and chamomile which all help to naturally reduce puffiness, brighten dark circles, tighten and cool your skin.

The Yes to Cucumber Eye Gel is part of the new Yes to Cucumber skin and hair care range which is 96% natural and paraben, petroleum and SLS free,  perfect for sensitive skin and delicate hair.

Yes to Cucumber Eye Gel - £12.99 for 30ml

Available from Victoria Health www.victoriahealth.com

Strong brows are a key look for the summer season but if you don’t possess perfectly groomed brows to rival the Olsen twins then check out this brilliant compact - The Cosmopolitan Eyebrow Styling Kit is a perfect, pocket-sized compact for brow maintenance on the go.

Cosmopolitan’s Eyebrow Styling Kit is great for tackling and maintaining unruly brows. The kit includes; three stencils, tweezers, an angled brush, brow wax, mini highlighter pencil, two brow shades and a handy mirror, plus a step-by-step guide on how to achieve those brilliant brows. 

Price: £7.95

Available from Superdrug www.superdrug.com

For more information visit: www.slgbeauty.com

For the perfect all-in-one wonder cream, look no further than the Dainty Doll Wonderbalm which is party of the Dainty Doll range by Nicola Roberts. This Wonderbalm can be used on lips, hands, knees, heels and anywhere that needs a beauty pick-me-up.

Packaged in a gorgeous little pot, this Wonderbalm contains mango seed oil to smooth and soften as well as natural plant extracts and beeswax to soothe the skin. As well as a moisturiser the Wonderbalm is perfect for adding a little sheen to your eyelids and cheekbones. Available in a gorgeous neutral pink shade called Working Girl.

Dainty Doll Wonderbalm - £20.46

Available from Harrods and Lookfantastic.com

Check out Aldi’s Wrinkle Stop website www.wrinklestop.co.uk and upload your photo and get a glimpse of how you’ll age. Concerned about those laughter lines or crow’s feet? Then put a stop to them with Aldi’s bestselling beauty buy Lacura Wrinkle Stop that is now back in stock.

Considered a credit crunch saviour for anti-ageing, Lacura Wrinkle Stop was a sell-out success when it launched last year and now its back in stock.

Lacura Wrinkle Stop is a highly effective form of facial care for minimising wrinkles in problem areas on and around the forehead, eyes, mouth and nose. The patented active agent Syn®-Ake which mimics the effect of a protein found in snake venom, has been proven to help reduce wrinkles and smooth the skin.

Price: £5.99 for 10ml

Available from Aldi

For anyone bravely taking on the London marathon this weekend, make sure that you soothe those aching muscles with Aromatherapy Associates De-stress Muscle Collection.

This collection includes the De-Stress Muscle Gel and the De-Stress Muscle Bath & Shower Oil. The intoxicating smell of rosemary, ginger, black pepper and lavender oils in the De-stress Muscle Gel delivers an immediate soothing and warming effect and helps to ease aching, tired limbs.

Alternatively use the De-Stress Muscle Bath & Shower Oil and enjoy a long soak and feel those aches melt away. The powerful blend of pure essential oils of ginger and black pepper helps to release stiffness while the ginger boosts your circulation. Simply add a capful to your bath and give your muscles a welcome relief.

De-Stress Muscle Gel – 150ml - £20

De-Stress Muscle Bath & Shower Oil - 55ml - £37

Available at leading hotel and destination spas worldwide

www.aromatherapyassociates.com

Dr Bronner’s Liquid Soap is one of the hardest working multi-tasking products and is my travel essential for the summer. Loved by celebrites like Bobbi Brown, Drew Barrymore and Sandra Bullock, it claims to have up to eighteen uses in one bottle from cleaning clothes, hair, body, face and even teeth.

At a practical size of 59ml, Dr Bronner’s is a total travel essential – perfect for your summer escapes on holiday or at festivals, or just for those busy girls on the go and life’s little emergencies.

Dr. Bronner’s travel size liquid soap is £1.69 and comes in eight different scents including: citrus, rose, lavender, peppermint, almond, eucalyptus, tea tree and baby mild. All Dr Bronner’s products are fairtrade and organically sourced so you can clean your conscience as well as your skin!

Dr Bronner’s is available nationwide including at Liberty, select Waitrose stores and leading health shops including Fresh & Wild, Planet Organic and Whole Foods.

www.kinetic4health.co.uk