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spring
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March into spring style Try it out nude
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With a new season upon eyeliner for browns. Don’t draw any hard lines, look natural, they might
us, we thought it was blend eyeshadow seamlessly and remember need a little help, so opt
for a tinted lipgloss.
time to think about to add some definition to your cheeks. It’s
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hair will have taken a Jen Fechter, make-up artist
It’s unlikely your skin will
be perfect. This concealer
battering during the cold contains tea tree oil to
X Bella Pierre heal while it disguises.
winter months, so use exfoliating peel
these pages as inspiration For a minimal look you
5 A statement ring need to start with perfect
to revive and refresh your
body. There are lots of
make-up trends to play
3 Pale tan leather
Whether you get
shoes, a belt or a bag,
like this clutch by Wilbur
& Gussie, invest in some
Decorate your knuckles
with bright, bold jewels. The
chunkier the better; this Rosie
Fox cocktail ring is perfect.
skin. Use a good
exfoliator to remove
dead skin cells.
W Mister
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Your eyebrows take
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with — from very subtle
4 O.P.I. vibrant nail polish Day Moisture barely-there look, so
palest tan you can find. Don’t forget to protect
Look for the brightest make sure that they are
to very bold — with tips colours possible. For a real you skin in the spring perfectly groomed.
sunshine with an SPF
from a top make-up artist fashion statement, paint each
nail a different shade of the same moisturiser. X The Balm Sexymama
on how to create them. colour. finishing powder
Create a flawless finish with
Our spa day offer, just a light dusting of powder.
£75 for you and a
friend, is a great way
to recharge your
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for an even 6 Sunglasses
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some new sunnies.
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eyeshadow W Duwop blusher
quicker beauty You can’t go wrong
with a classic pair of Shop Look for subtle colours
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fix, here are our Ray-Ban Wayfarers.
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lash-building
black mascara
You’ll need at
you in the mood
for spring. smoky eyes least two coats if
you want your
lashes to stand
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out against the
1 A trench coat
Look for something with
a modern twist, so either
a classic trench shape in a
7 Hair oil
Your hair gets damaged in
winter, not just by the cold
but from all that party styling.
Marrakesh hair oil reduces frizz,
When doing a dark eye, first do your
eyes before applying foundation.
That way, if some pigment falls on to your
dark shadow, and
don’t forget the
bottom row.
bright colour or traditional cheeks it’s only a matter of wiping it off and
leaving hair soft and shiny.
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We love this Aquascutum your good work with a little spill. W The Balm
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Jen Fechter, make-up artist Your make-up is
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in one handy box. this look.
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foundation
With big eyes, you need
to make sure that the rest
of your face is flawless.
— as on this butterfly print in Read My Lips
dress by Ted Baker. Nothing goes better with
dark eyes than a classic V Lord & Berry eyeliner
red lipstick. No smoky eye would
2 Bright eyeshadow
You can work this look
as subtly as you like. Our
front cover image shows just a
9 Make-up pencils
You can use the pencils from
this nifty kit by Lord &
Berry on your eyes, lips or cheeks.
be complete without
lashings of black kohl.
pop of Bella Pierre's bright
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yellow but if you're feeling
Firm Finish
brave, cover the whole eyelid
hairspray
with a vibrant blue or orange.
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your hair. eyelid-priming product.
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Relax
for less
with a
2-for-1
spa day
If relaxation is top of your list of
priorities this spring, brandalley.co.uk
has an exclusive spa deal launching
today. Choose a package at any one of
these 12 luxurious locations and get a
special two-for-one offer for £75. With
Mother’s Day just around the corner,
it’s the perfect treat for you both.
Hillmotts, Bucks
Indulge yourself with a luxury hot Bannatyne’s unlimited access to the spa and gym A neck massage is just
and two indulgent treatments each. the thing for spring —
stone massage incorporating hot Enjoy a Lava Shell treatment at one of
many of our two-for-
volcanic stones mixed with a blissful the many Bannatyne’s spas (above)
blend of aromatherapy oils. Afterwards, across the UK. The heat emanating Cotswold House one deals include them
you’ll both be treated to a delicious from the shells naturally eases muscle The Cotswold House Spa, located in a
afternoon tea, complete with a variety tension and promotes better converted coaching inn, boasts
of savouries and sweets to nibble on. circulation. Choose from a back and fantastic facilities where you can
neck massage or mineral facial or mini indulge in a Power Breakfast Facial and
The Weybridge Health Club tummy treatment. a Media Vespers 30-minute massage.
You even get a sumptuous cream tea
Make full use of the extensive facilities
at Weybridge, situated right in the CityPoint, London afterwards with this indulgent package.
heart of Surrey’s quaint old town. Select A spa in the heart of the capital that
either an express manicure or pedicure mixes relaxing treatments with great Hoole Hall, Cheshire
before enjoying a soothing 30-minute fitness facilities to fully rejuvenate you. For something a bit different, try the
Swedish massage. This Sheer Bliss Day for two includes Rasul mud session — a full-body includes an express manicure or
pedicure as well as a 30-minute Swedish
massage. Take a dip in the pool, then rest
and detox in the sauna and steam room.
Fairlawns, Birmingham
Have a swim in the pool (above), then
an Aqua Massage, using water jets to
help you to unwind. A Finnish spa,
aromatherapy room and high-tech
infrared sauna are also available..
Thorseby Hall, Notts
cleansing treatment that will remove
dead skin cells, increase circulation,
boost the immune system and relax
muscular tension. Then enjoy the
hydrotherapy and thermal pools (above).
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The heat
emanating
from the
Lava Shells
Enjoy a three-hour spa experience and
unwind in the heating and cooling
rooms, hydrotherapy pool, relaxation
lounge and leisure club. You’ll both get
a rejuvenating ESPA Body Polish.
Alexandra House, N Yorks
Indulge with a relaxing foot soak, a
magical paraffin wax hand treatment
The Thames Club Spa, Surrey and gorgeous full-body massage. You’ll
Take advantage of an expert back, neck
and shoulder massage at this modern
eases tension even be treated to drinks, cakes and use
of the relaxation rooms at the spa
and stylish spa. Then enjoy a leisurely
swim, relax in the sauna or pick up the
and promotes (below) to complete your experience.
energy with an exercise class such as
Body Pump, Pilates or Boxercise.
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Cadbury House, Bristol
Relax and unwind with a full day of
pampering, including a revitalising
full-body aromatherapy massage.
Home to an award-winning health club
and spa, the facilities on offer include a
swimming pool, spa pool, steam room
and a large gym. You’ll also be treated
to a light lunch during your stay.
Thirtysevendegrees, London
A relaxing pamper experience at one of
London’s best spa and health clubs that