Cosmetics, hair and beauty Books

Book Synopsis'Dull skin, oily breakouts, wrinkles - argh, when will it end?! You've tried 'miracle' product after 'miracle' product ... Ingeborg van Lotringen, top beauty-industry watchdog and journalist, provides the answers. She knows the good, the bad, and what the beauty industry doesn't necessarily tell you. For more than twenty years, she's been testing and researching every possible skincare product and treatment. Put down that expensive little jar with its sparkling top. Great Skin is about finding skincare tailored to you. Your skin is unique and has its own special requirements. With Ingeborg, you'll become your own expert and soon pick products like a pro so that your skin will look brighter and healthier - for life.Trade Review'Cuts through all the beauty fluff.' FARRAH STORR, ELLE; INSTYLE BEST BEAUTY BOOK; COSMOPOLITAN BEST BOOK; 'Your new beauty bible.' COSMOPOLITAN; 'Expert advice.' THE SUN; 'Must Read' BEST MAGAZINE; 'Get the book club on to... Great Skin.' EVENING STANDARD; '[For] any budget.' DAILY MAILTable of Contents1 Get to know your skin 11 PART ONE: YOUR ROUTINE 17 2 A skincare regime 19 3 Skin type 25 4 Gold Standard: cleansing 28 5 Double-cleansing 31 6 Avoid sulphates 36 7 And skip bar soap as well 40 8 Cleansing oils 43 9 Oiliness 48 10 Cleansing brushes 51 11 The function of toners 54 12 Gold Standard: moisturising 58 13 Choosing a moisturiser 60 14 The skin's lipid barrier / acid mantle / microbiome 65 15 Stop press: probiotics 68 16 Gold Standard: sunscreen 71 17 Choosing your sunscreen 75 18 Antioxidants 80 19 Skincare is like brushing your teeth 84 PART TWO: PROBLEM-SOLVING ACTIVES 87 20 Cell regeneration 91 21 'Collagen-banking' 94 22 Niacinamide /vitamin B3 97 23 Peptides 99 24 Retinoids / vitamin A 102 25 Picking a retinoid 106 26 Ascorbic acid / vitamin C 115 27 The ascorbic acid conundrum 120 28 Exfoliating acids 125 29 How to use acids 131 30 Acid percentages are misleading 138 PART THREE: SKIN ISSUES 143 31 Uneven pigmentation 145 32 Redness is a trend 150 33 How to beat said trend 155 34 Types of redness 158 35 Acne 168 36 You can subdue acne 174 37 Don't hesitate to call in an acne pro 183 38 Serums 187 39 Face oils 194 40 Eye cream... 200 41 Night cream... 204 42 Masks 206 43 Skincare has a running order 210 44 Packaging matters 215 45 'All natural' is best-not 218 46 Skincare 'nasties' 225 47 How to spy a great product 234 48 Great products can be expensive 241 49 Lifestyle 244 50 Injectables 248 ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS 252 INDEX

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Book SynopsisBy Louise Young and Loulia Sheppard, 2018 Academy Award nominee for her hair and make-up design on Victoria and Abdul.'If you haven't heard of Louise Young and are interested in period makeup, or any makeup in fact, then we highly recommend you check out her latest book.' - PIXIWOOThe definitive step-by-step guide to recreating the most striking make-up and hair styles of the 20th century.Timeless is a beauty bible for the golden ages of style from renowned film, television and make-up artist Louise Young, along with Academy Award-nominated film industry hairstylist Loulia Sheppard.Step-by-step photography and clear, concise instructions help you to recreate make-up and hair looks from the past 100 years of beauty, from the dark, smouldering eyes of the jazz-age flapper to the red lips and victory rolls of the 1940s, right up to the electric colours of the 1980s and beyond.Accurate, practical and beautiful, this is the ultimate guide to the most classic looks of all time.Between them, Louise and Loulia have provided make-up and hair styling for stars such as Scarlett Johansson, Keira Knightley and Selma Hayek, and on films including Victoria and Abdul, Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, Pride and Prejudice, Florence Foster Jenkins, Anna Karenina and The Duchess, among many others.

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Book SynopsisLet cult skincare brand UpCircle show you how to make your own zero-waste balms, masks, butters, bath bits, oils, scrubs and ices with everyday natural ingredients! Transform leftover coffee grounds into a body scrub, use citrus scraps to make a body oil, home fragrance or all-purpose cleaner, use too-far-gone raspberries to make a subtle lip stain, dry rose petals from your wilted bouquet to make drawer fresheners, or turn watermelon rinds into a soothing after-sun.  Save some money, have control over what ingredients you put on your skin and customise your beauty routine depending on what you have at home. Sharing some of the exact recipes that UpCircle use, as well as a great bunch of more off-the-cuff creative ideas, you'll learn how certain ingredients benefit your skin, which ones make you feel calmer, and even how to make your own essential oils.

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Book SynopsisThe definitive guide to a new generation of natural beauty, skincare and makeup from Imelda Burke, the leading expert in modern natural beauty and highly respected all over the globe as one of its earliest champions. Full of expert wisdom, practical tutorials and showcasing the most amazing brands, this is the first and most definitive guide to modern natural beauty. '[Imelda's book] is amazing' -- Emma Watson'I can't put this book down #bestbeautytips' -- Tata Harper'An easy to read, informative and inspiring book' -- ***** Reader review'Amazing book! Will always be on my top 10 for skincare!' -- ***** Reader review'Excellent book, whether your are new to green beauty or a pro' -- ***** Reader review************************************************************************************************This honest, expert book will teach you how to recognise what your skin needs and how to buy the best products for you.Including advice for all skin types (dry, oily, teen, sensitive etc), covering key beauty tips for the hair and body (eg. natural dyes and shampoos, make-up, cleansers, toners, moisturisers, sun care, essential oils, perfume) and detailing suggested daily and weekly rituals, this bible offers both time-honoured and modern techniques, tips and guidance for all ages, and showcases the powerful natural ingredients and brands that all beauty lovers should know about.Trade ReviewThe book is an essential guide for newcomers to natural beauty, or anyone wanting to learn a bit about natural products. -- Katrina Deisler * beautyandthedirt.com *Imelda is the go-to person for natural beauty in London, I’ve learnt so much from her and her team. -- Ella Mills * Deliciously Ella *Imelda and her team have been teaching their customers, including me, about the best botanical brands out there for years. Now all their experience is bound together in this wonderful beauty guide. -- Melissa Hemsley * Hemsley + Hemsley *I can't put this book down #bestbeautytips -- Tata Harper * Tata Harper *The Nature Of Beauty focuses on organic skincare, botanical beauty rituals and clean cosmetics, serving as a guide to empower us to make the right shopping choices when it comes to natural beauty -- Wendy Rowe * wendyrowe.com *

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Book Synopsis“I defy any woman to flick through Modestly, through Dina’s musings on bullying, eating disorders, maternity wear, contouring and feminism, and not find something they can relate to” – METRO ‘This is the story of my life. It’s about me as a Muslim Brit embracing dual identities, surviving the turbulent teens and transitioning from self-doubt to self-belief. There is a little bit of drama, lots of laughs, plenty of practical advice and a shedload of bold statements. You can’t get a Muslim woman in a hijab with no opinion, am I right?!' Dina x Guys, get ready. YouTuber and social media sensation Dina Torkia is giving you a never-seen-before look into her world. From advice on fashion, beauty and style, to frank opinions on family, career and faith, this is everything that Dina has ever wanted to share with you. So let Dina tell you how it really is, living and loving life as a modern Muslim Brit. @dinatokio

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Book SynopsisGet Scandi-cool with the Danish queen of minimal Scandinavia has long been the home of outstanding interior design and classic fashion brands like Acne Studios, Rains and Filippa K. But no one personifies modern Danish cool as well as fashion industry stylist, blogger and model Pernille Teisbaek.In her gorgeous first book Pernille offers professional tips on how to create a minimalist wardrobe and look, mix and match patterns successfully, adopt androgynous looks or new colour combinations, try out new materials and mix fabrics, plus plenty of timeless fashion advice such as a jeans-fit guide and essential Dos and Don’ts. Her beauty chapter reveals Pernille’s capsule survival kit and how to achieve her natural look.Pernille also covers pared-back Scandinavian home design with an eye on balancing elegant simplicity and minimalism with inviting homeliness and warmth, or hygge, and inspirational pictures.A perfect gift for all Scandi lovers and anyone wanting insider advice from one of fashion’s most stylish experts.

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Book Synopsis'Luke is someone I trust implicitly with my hair.' Victoria Beckham'From the moment Luke Hersheson cut off my long locks ... I finally began to undersand my own hair ... My friend Lauren Laverne began to call Hershesons "The Happy Place".' Sali Hughes'Full of his amazing advice. Only person who could convince me to take the plunge and cut it all off.' Alice LevineWe all know the secret to happiness is a good hair day. It’s OK to take your hair seriously, because it’s more than just hair ­– it’s about confidence, it’s about self-expression, it’s all about feeling good in your own skin. This book will show you how.Practical, inspirational, products tested, myths-busted, all occasions covered. This book offers all the expert styling advice and hair dos and don’ts you will ever need from acclaimed fashion and A-list hairstylist Luke Hersheson, the man behind the iconic cuts and styles seen on runways for Missoni and Armani, in the pages of Vogue and i-D and worn by Keira Knightley, Sienna Miller, Emma Watson and Claudia Schiffer, among others.Foreword by beauty journalist Sali Hughes, bestselling author of Pretty Honest and Pretty Iconic. Chapters include:What’s Your Hair Type?It All Starts with a Good HaircutWhat You Need, What You Don’tYour Hair RoutineRules are There to Be BrokenHair at All AgesHair Goals Five Looks That Always WorkHair WoesGreat Hair From The Inside OutHair and Clothes, Hair Icons, Special Occasion Hair AND MORE!Trade ReviewThe ultimate you-can-do-it-too hair book, from the man those in the know regard as one of the best in the business. -- Eva Wiseman * Observer *The bible of hair. * Gaby Roslin, BBC *From sleek to sexy, here's how to have a good hair day, every day. * YOU Magazine *Simple, informative and expert guide – essential reading for anyone with hair. * Get the Gloss *In Great Hair Days & How To Have Them, Luke reveals some VERY surprising tricks of the trade, cutting through the hype and revealing what we actually need to spend our time and money on. * Mirror *

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Book SynopsisLive life with a little more sparkle. This is your one-stop guide to glitter and how to wear it. Includes only the best biodegradable and ethical brands (please glitter responsibly!).Features 30 gorgeous step-by-step looks from all-sparkle lips to intricate eye make-up, glitter braids and beards, to full-on body art or a perfectly simple glitter lash line.Halloween, Christmas or festival season just isn't the same without a little sparkle and shimmer. Also includes glitter inspiration from the runway to Instagram, your basic eco-glitter beauty kit, fashion and accessories to complete the look, sparkling stockists and top tips from the experts, including make-up artists, drag queens, celebs, stylists and fashion designers.Grab your glitter, because you deserve to shine!Trade ReviewSmall-but-perfectly-formed guide to glitter - just in time for the festive season. * Vogue *

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Book Synopsis'The most powerful woman in British beauty' Daily Mail'This woman is the best advert for the advice she gives to all of us' Ruth LangsfordIf there is one thing my experience in the beauty industry has taught me, it's that a beauty regime should be as individual as you are. Having no cosmetic work myself allows me to truly understand what results are achievable for people at home.Trusted and award-winning beauty expert Alison Young has worked in the industry for over 35 years. She has pretty much tried every beauty product on the market so you don't have to, and she knows what works and what doesn't. Her no-nonsense approach cuts through the hard sell and tells it how it is. Whether you want to look fresher or younger, need advice on brows, haircare or body basics, or struggle with skin issues such as dry skin, oily skin or a more serious condition, Alison has the answer. With this book, you will never waste money on beauty products again; instead, you will be able to look and feel your best self, every day. Find out:- The insider secrets that supercharge your daily routine, whatever your skin type- How to manage (and embrace) signs of ageing- The make-up techniques that boost confidence, at every stage of life- Simple steps for year-round glowing skin and beautiful hairWhatever your gender, ethnicity, budget or stage of life, Alison will give you the knowledge to create a beauty regime that works for you and the confidence to step out as your best self, every day.Trade ReviewThe most powerful woman in British beauty * Daily Mail *This woman is the best advert for the advice she gives to all of us -- Ruth LangsfordThe beauty game-changer * Woman & Home *Alison is one of the most respected experts in the British beauty industry -- Elsa McAlonan * Daily Mail *

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Book SynopsisHealth and beauty begin from within. Covering nature, skin, health and self care, Natural Wellness Every Day is bursting with insights, tips and recipes for a complete mind-body approach to wellbeing. Guided by the experts at Weleda, this manual draws on 100 years of expertise to bring specialist holistic advice to all - from soothing rituals and natural remedies, to the powerful benefits of seasonal self-care. This book will not only educate you on the natural powers and uses of certain herbs and flowers, debunk health and beauty jargon around sustainability and encourage you to embrace effective self-care rituals, it will also speak to the power of uniting yourself with the natural world and its cycles to offer practical solutions to everyday health and skin dilemmas and promote health and wellbeing throughout the seasons.Natural Wellness Every Day is a complete guide to natural care of earth, skin, self and health, guiding you towards a routine that will activate your wellness from within and care for the planet at the same time.Trade ReviewNatural Wellness Everyday is a friendly companion of self-care. Caring for yourself is a prerequisite to caring for others. And while we take care of ourselves, we also need to care for our Mother Nature! Congratulations to Weleda on its centenary of accomplishments in maintaining the integrity of self-care, social care and environmental care. -- Satish Kumar * Editor Emeritus, Resurgence & Ecologist *

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Book SynopsisProMakeup Design Book follows on from the success of Lan Nguyen?Grealis''s first book, Art & Makeup, and invites the reader to use their artistic flair and get hands?on with practical application. Hundreds of stunning photographs provide how?to inspiration and advice for creating key looks for magazine editorials, celebrities, fashion shows and advertising campaigns.Organized by technical themes, dozens of different looks demonstrate how to use embellishments, glitter and gloss, color and graphic lines to produce stunning results for the camera or catwalk.ProMakeup Design Book includes 30 face?chart templates for testing out and adapting your looks, and advice on application and professional presentation.Watch out for Lan''s collaboration with the Revolution Pro makeup brand, released alongside this book. The Revolution PRO x Lan Ultimate Artist''s Palette, the ultimate sleek and stylish full?face palette for any artist to rely on. A glossy black case embellished with gold and filled with rich, long?lasting pigments to create an all?purpose makeup playbook. With 3 bronze powders perfect for contouring, a highlighter to illuminate the cheekbones and Cupid''s bow along with 4 blush shades in lilac, pink, coral and red, ideal for all skin tones.

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Book SynopsisAbigail James wants you to use The Glow Plan to feel beautiful, inside and out. Beauty is not about perfection, but about feeling happy in your skin and the inner glow that comes from cultivating self-care. This book shows you how, presenting a 4-week programme to uncover your inner and outer radiance. Week by week, it offers simple but incredibly effective facial massage exercises as well as wellbeing tips that will ensure your inner calm shines through your skin. You will learn how to: Optimize mental health through restorative mindfulness and self-care practices Improve your skin through movement using yoga and breathing techniques Get your skin glowing by following the 4-week facial massage programme which also targets specific problem areas such as neck and jawline, droopy eyelids, tired and lacklustre skin Integrating practical facial massage with inspirational lifestyle tips, including nutrition advice and yoga techniques, The Glow Plan is a revolutionary programme for achieving healthier, firmer and radiant skin.

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Book SynopsisFrom shaping your beard to the ultimate skincare routine, this sleek volume offers hacks, techniques and tips to keep you looking fine as hell. Discover natural alternatives to keep costs down and tackle bathroom bottle clutter. With this advice-filled book you’re just a page-turn away from looking great and feeling even better.

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Book Synopsis'The temple of Korean cosmetics' Vanity Fair'This book leaves no stone unturned when it comes to trying to help people achieve the perfect skin'Daily MailFeatured in Refinery29.This is the ultimate no-nonsense manual to daily Korean beauty care; in it you will find step-by-step morning and evening skincare routines, the best product advice and actionable tips on how to take care of your complexion. In this handbook, the experts in Korean cosmetics will also teach you how to use everyday beauty products, describe the natural ingredients that will best suit your skin type and give you advice on tried-and-tested Korean skincare regimes to make your skin glow.The Korean Skincare Bible will help you to feel truly confident in your own skin.Chapters:The history of Korean beautyThe importance of caring for your skinKorean beauty productsThe Korean beauty routineNatural ingredients in Korean beautyNatural beautyK-beauty do's and don'tsKorean beauty trendsKorean skincare answersKorean skincare tips for menKorean beauty travel tips

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Book SynopsisWe've all had those moments. The ones where you look in the mirror and nothing feels ok. For Anita Bhagwandas, this started when she was a child and it created an enduring internal torment about her looks.We're all told that this is just part of growing up, but it stays with us, evolving as we age. The internet tells us we should love ourselves, whilst bombarding us with images of airbrushed perfection, upholding centuries-old beauty standards which we can't always see. Our beauty rituals are so often based around things we think we need to fix, grow and develop - sometimes tipping into dangerous obsession.So, what seismic shift does it take to break free from this mentality? In Ugly, Anita uncovers where these beauty standards started, unpicks why they've been perpetuated and unmasks the structures that continue to support them. From the ever-growing cosmetic surgery industry, to the hidden pitfalls of 'pretty privilege', it is time to finally break free from those limiting beauty standards, because feeling ugly should have nothing to do with how we look, and everything to do with who wants us to feel lacking.Trade Review'Anita's deep dive into beauty, its history and the pressure to look "perfect" is essential reading' * Caroline Hirons *'A bold, beautiful undertaking - this book unravels what we think we know about beauty, both in how we view ourselves and others. Anita's thorough research, lived in experience and brilliant prose makes it a must read for anyone struggling to find their place in the world.' -- Poorna BellUgly is not only a must read, it's an urgent read. [...] This book is the real deal - taking over from where Naomi Wolf's The Beauty Myth left off. * Farrah Storr, Things Worth Knowing newsletter *[Ugly is one] of the best releases of 2023 * Glamour *UGLY is provocative, powerful, and will challenge everything you thought you knew about beauty standards. I'm so grateful for Anita Bhagwandas's work * Virigina Sole-Smith, author of THE EATING INSTINCT and FAT TALK *'A brilliant and necessary book. Anita combines memoir with analysis to dissect the ways in which notions of beauty are subverted to subjugate and undermine. Anyone who has ever worried about their looks - and that's pretty much every girl and woman - should read this to understand the mechanisms driving their sense of inferiority and inflicting the worst social, economic and psychological penalties on people furthest from imposed, Barbified ideals.' -- Catherine Mayer, founder of Women's Equality Party

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Book SynopsisA collection of empowering stories and captivating photos, My Beautiful Black Hair celebrates an aspect of Black femininity—natural hair—and embraces it as a central part of Black womanhood. "A powerful celebration of self-acceptance and sisterhood." – Kirkus Review My Beautiful Black Hair is a book about Black women embracing their natural hair. One hundred and one Black women share their stories of learning to love their natural hair and the immense power in that self-love. St. Clair Detrick-Jules was inspired to write the book when her little sister, Khloe, came home from preschool where a classmate had told her that her hair was ugly. St. Clair wanted to send a message to Khloe and young Black women everywhere that their hair is beautiful just the way it is. The stories she captured reveal both the depth of the physical and emotional damage done to many women by relaxing their hair and trying to make it look "acceptable," and the incredible resilience, self-love, and acceptance they gained by learning to embrace their hair and free themselves from Eurocentric beauty standards. Accompanied by beautiful and intimate photographs of each woman, the book is an encouraging voice for young Black women and the adults who remember their own journeys to self-acceptance. WRITTEN BY BLACK WOMEN, FOR BLACK WOMEN: With powerful interviews and vivid photographs, this book offers an uplifting message to empower any woman looking to love herself just the way she is. It is a love letter to Black women everywhere navigating their relationships to their own hair. TIMELY TOPIC: My Beautiful Black Hair celebrates Black women's ability to embrace their natural hair and let go of toxic thinking and processes around manipulating it. UNIQUE TAKE ON FEMINISM: This book offers an uplifting message to empower any woman looking to love herself just the way she is as well as a love letter to Black women everywhere navigating their relationships to their own hair. Perfect for: Black and Afro-Latinx women from their 20s to 40s, Black and Afro-Latinx parents with young children, fans of women's empowerment stories

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Book SynopsisNatural skincare and fragrance expert Karen Gilbert shows you how to make your own lotions and potions that are kind to your skin and the environment. Most of us use a huge variety of beauty products on our skin and hair every day, but the majority of these contain a variety of chemicals and toxins that can be harmful to you and to the environment. Now, you can create your own beauty essentials with these 35 facial, body and hair recipes. From a neroli hydrating spritz to a macadamia and jojoba moisturiser, a mango and lime body butter to a lemon and tea tree foot balm, and a bergamot and grapefruit wake-up wash to a cocoa butter lip balm, the hardest part is choosing which of the pampering projects to try first. Each recipe has clear step-by-step photographs to guide you, comprehensive lists of equipment and ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions – you'll wonder why you ever bought beauty products in the first place.

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Book SynopsisDo you know how to trim your whiskers properly? With beards and moustaches more popular than ever, this delightful little book sets out to answer this pressing question. And if a trim is not required, then it will show you how to wax, polish and maintain your face furniture so that it is always in tip-top condition. Alongside these manly grooming tips is a guide to famous facial-hair aficionados, from Karl Marx to Des Lynam; a breakdown of styles; and a perambulation through hirsute history, including an explanation of why the beard was considered sacred by the ancient Greeks and slovenly by ancient Romans. So whether it’s the Handlebar or the Chevron; the Goatee or the Spade – peruse this book for hints and tips of how to handle your facial fuzz.

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Book SynopsisTHE PERFECT GIFT FOR ANY OCCASIONThe incredible stories of 100 perfumes from a whole century of scents''Wonderful . . . Charming and illuminating. I loved it'' INDIA KNIGHT''A really enjoyable, fun book'' CLAUDIA WINKLEMAN''Beautifully written . . . A perfect gift'' CATHY RENTZENBRINKSignature scents and now lost masterpieces; the visionaries who conceived them; the wild and wonderful campaigns that launched them; the women and men who wore them - every perfume has a tale to tell.Beautifully illustrated and extremely insightful, Perfume: A Century of Scents is a lush journey into the scents that have changed the world.***READER REVIEWS***''I am in awe''''A fantastic book for all fumeheads out there''''A total must buy!''''There is no book quite like this''

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Book SynopsisFirst they debunked the myth that snoring is hard to kick and saved thousands from noisy, sleepless nights. Now, Dr Mike Dilkes and Alex Adams are back- this time, with reliable, no-nonsense advice to STOP WRINKLES, THE EASY WAY.Our ageing population is investing more time and money than ever before in the pursuit of health, happiness and longevity. Not only is 60 the new 40, but a recent study by one of the UK's largest gyms revealed that increasing numbers of forty-something Brits are actually fitter than the average twenty-somethings of our nation! But when it comes to looking younger, even the slacking youngsters feel the pressure to preserve their youth, with the latest research suggesting that British women start worrying about wrinkles at the ripe (young) age of 24, and unprecedented numbers of women in their 30s are going 'under the knife' to thwart unwelcome crinkles, crows feet and laughter lines.STOP WRINKLES proves that expensive gym memberships and invasive surgery are NOT the only way to start loving a more youthful reflection, fast! Packed with practical information and clear, safe advice from a leading medical expert, this is a must-read for anyone looking to grow old gracefully but gradually.

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Book SynopsisMaintaining a healthy appearance and good hygiene is an important factor in a person's sense of wellbeing. As people age, this does not diminish but the body becomes more sensitive and deserves to be treated in a different way. This practical handbook is specifically designed to assist carers in looking after their clients' appearances as well as their health, providing a wealth of information on health and beauty care for older people.Throughout the book, Sharon Tay, an experienced beauty therapist, gives detailed and easy to follow instructions on appropriate cosmetic techniques such as manicures, pedicures, herbal remedies, hair removal, skin care and makeup application. These techniques avoid damaging treatments and the overuse of harmful products that often cause unwanted skin, nail and hair problems. Question and answer sections are also included, highlighting some of the common concerns and queries. Brimming with beauty and health care tips, this book is ideal for carers looking to improve quality of life for their clients and will also be of interest to anyone needing advice on sensitive beauty treatments.Trade ReviewThe book achieves its aims of providing simple tips on health and beauty for older people and conveys a positive message about the right to looking and feeling good whatever one's age. -- SS Older Peoples NewsletterTable of ContentsDisclaimer. Introduction. 1. Cosmetics. 2. Fingernail and Toenail Disorders, Manicures and Pedicures. 3. Herbal Remedies and Essential Oils. 4. Hair Removal Methods for Women. 5 Nutrition and Health. 6. The Skin. 7. Skin Care and Makeup. Bibliography.

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Book SynopsisThis comprehensive volume contains practical advice, hints and tips from professional health and beauty experts. Each chapter covers a different aspect of wellbeing and shows you how to make life-enhancing changes to improve health, diet, appearance, physical fitness and emotional harmony. Included are chapters about skincare and make-up, haircare and styling, exercise and healthy eating, healing aromatherapy, aging naturally and more. Look good and feel great with simple, basic routines that promote natural beauty and lifelong youthfulness by teaching us how to keep the body in balance ? from outside and in, with safe, natural therapies, from detox routines and yoga postures to meditation, anti-aging diets and hand- and foot-care. With more than 1000 superb photographs and step-by-step sequences, this is the ultimate how-to beauty book for women of all ages.

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Book SynopsisThis easy-to-follow guide shows how you can achieve that flawless and pretty look, but stay natural and real at the same time. This book will show you how to: - Look after your skin so that it looks healthy and beautiful - Apply your foundation perfectly to contour your face - Emphasise your eyes for a natural or a smokey evening look - Choose your lip colour and apply your lipstick - Match your make-up to your prom dress or party clothes It also includes make-up tips and must-haves for your handbag. Author Emily says: I have written this book to teach you the art of applying perfect makeup, and to help you create the right look for you, your skin and most importantly your age.Contents: Preface; 1. Introduction; 2. Beautiful Skin; 3. The Perfect Base; 4. Emphasise Your Eyes; 5. Pretty Lips; 6. Play with your Looks; 7. Prom Queen; 8. Party Girl; 9. Pre-teen Princess; 10. Top Ten Tips; 11. 5-minute Looks You'll Love; 12. Top Tips for Summer Skin; 13. Top Tips for Winter Skin... 14. The Beauty of Nature; 15. Aloe Vera - Nature's Gift; 16. Your Questions Answered; 17. Be Inspired; Acknowledgements. Index.Trade Review'A lovely, well-presented book. Easy to read and totally addictive in its content' Nichola Joss. 'Personally I love this book'. 'If I'm after a specific look or just to try something new it has the information I need'. 'There are good ideas on how to change your make-up to achieve a variety of different looks from party girl to a 1950's classic'. 'I'll be able to pass on some handy tips to other people - all in all a great book'. Members from www.thebabywebsite.com.'If you know a young lady or an older make-up shy one buy them this book'. www.biteablebeauty.com.Table of ContentsPreface; 1. Introduction; 2. Beautiful Skin; 3. The Perfect Base; 4. Emphasise Your Eyes; 5. Pretty Lips; 6. Play with your Looks; 7. Prom Queen; 8. Party Girl; 9. Pre-teen Princess; 10. Top Ten Tips; 11. 5-minute Looks You'll Love; 12. Top Tips for Summer Skin; 13. Top Tips for Winter Skin... 14. The Beauty of Nature; 15. Aloe Vera - Nature's Gift; 16. Your Questions Answered; 17. Be Inspired; Acknowledgements. Index.

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Book SynopsisFollowing on from the bestselling How to Look Pretty Not Plastered for teenagers, How to Look Beautiful Forever is for women of all ages who love makeup. From 17 to 70 and beyond, learn how you can create new looks for yourself and look beautiful forever.Experienced make-up artist Emily-Rose will guide you step-by-step through:The basics of looking after your skin whatever your age.Identifying which colours suit you best.Applying flawless foundation while minimising dark or tired under-eyes and concealing blemishes and spots.Shaping your eyebrows to frame your face perfectly.Achieving beautiful eye make-up quickly and effortlessly.Keeping your lips looking gorgeous and kissable.The art of contouring, including how to achieve super-model cheekbones in one minute flat. How to Look Beautiful Forever includes express makeovers for every age and practical tips for make-up in minutes - even how to apply your make-up on the way to work!Table of Contents 1: Shopping for Makeup 2: The Foundation of Beautiful Makeup 3: Simple Steps to Beautiful Makeup 4: Learning the Art of Contouring 5: Makeup through the Ages 6: Creating a Naturally Beautiful You 7: Wedding Makeup Tips 8: Makeup for Busy Mums 9: Express Makeup 10: Makeup in Minutes 11: Considering Semi-Permanent Makeup 12: Makeup and Glasses 13: Before and After Enhanced Beauty 14: Credits 15: Index

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Book SynopsisYou may have heard Janey Lee Grace waxing lyrical about all things alternative on Steve Wright in the Afternoon on BBC Radio 2 and on Channel 5's the Wright Stuff. It was the many hundreds of emails Janey received on the Steve Wright Show that led her to become a kind of 'holistic spokesperson' for her life long passion for eco and alternative health issues and which led to her first book, Imperfectly Natural Woman. Building on the success of that first book, Janey has created a pocket book packed full of all her best kept secrets, to fast-track you to the best in realistic holistic living. It's perfect to carry round with you, to remind you that you can indeed have your 'imperfectly natural' cake and eat it!

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Book SynopsisThis is a new title to add to the well established and highly regarded "Professional series". Whether you want to open your own salon or just need to improve your hairstyling skills, this book provides everything you need to know, from washing, cutting, colouring and styling techniques to setting up your own business. The comprehensive contents cover essential tools for the job and a guide to hair types, textures and conditions. Learn how to treat your clients well, including the importance of consultation, and follow step-by-step guides to shampooing, conditioning and head massage. Four basic cutting techniques are covered in depth, along with instructions for colouring and perming. With a section on cutting men's hair and one on creating glamorous formal up-dos for women, along with a chapter on opening your own salon and running a successful business, this book has everything you need to make you the best hairstylist in town.

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Book SynopsisBased on Five Elements theory, this practical, fully illustrated guide to performing facial enhancement acupuncture (also known as cosmetic acupuncture, facial revitalisation or facial rejuvenation acupuncture) shows in detail the acupuncture points, techniques and equipment used in this procedure. Facial enhancement acupuncture targets points and muscles of the face in order to improve the elasticity of the skin and general overall appearance, as well as addressing constitutional points on the legs, arms and body to balance and harmonise the inner elements. The author clearly explains the rationale behind the needling of each face and neck point, which are shown in colour illustrations. He also discusses the advantages of acupuncture over surgical intervention in dealing with wrinkles and sagging jaw lines, and a chapter is included on discussing treatment with prospective patients, follow up and after care.As well as significantly improving the cosmetic appearance, facial acupuncture also has a strong whole body effect on the health and wellbeing of the person treated, and has a long and distinguished history in Chinese medicine. The book is the perfect introduction for acupuncturists and acupuncture students who want to learn how to incorporate this alternative to surgical procedures into their practice.Trade ReviewBased on Five Elements theory, this practical, fully illustrated guide to performing facial enhancement acupuncture... shows in detail the acupuncture points, techniques and equipment used in this procedure... The book is the perfect introduction for acupuncturists and acupuncture students who want to learn how to incorporate this alternative to surgical procedures into their practice. -- Universal MagazineMy passion for Five Element Acupuncture grows increasingly as I see the transformation it gives and can achieve within people of all ages. Facial Enhancement Acupuncture is a wonderful experience not only physically, aiding relaxation, but also spiritually and emotionally, helping to lead a person onto the next level of their changing life journey. -- Dean Simpole Clarke, Five Element Acupuncturist and Food WriterPaul Adkins' latest excellent offering has provided a practical, clear and welcome addition to the field of Facial Enhancement Acupuncture.Novices and experienced practitioners alike will find it useful and easy to use - a clinical gem. -- Celia Tudor-Evans, Ac.M., M.B.Ac.C., F.A.M.I., Acupuncture Consultant and EducatorTable of ContentsDisclaimer. Acknowledgements. Preface. 1. Introduction to Facial Enhancement Acupuncture. 1.1. The Five Elements. 1.2. The History of Facial Acupuncture. 1.3. Modern-Day Treatment Comparison. 1.4. The Development of Facial Enhancement Acupuncture. 2. Expected Results of Facial Enhancement Acupuncture. 3. Acupuncture Points Used in the Main Protocol. 3.1. The Aggressive Energy Treatment (AE Drain). 3.2. Acupuncture Points on the Feet and Legs. 3.3. Acupuncture Points on the Hands and Arms. 3.4 Acupuncture Points on the Head and Forehead. 3.5. Acupuncture Points Around the Eyes. 3.6. Acupuncture Points on the Jaw. 3.7. Acupuncture Points on the Front of the Face. 3.8. Acupuncture Point on the Chin. 3.9. Acupuncture Points to Treat the Neck. 3.10. Auricular Acupuncture Points for Facial Enhancement Acupuncture. 4. Step-by-Step Guide to the Facial Enhancement Acupuncture Protocol. 4.1. Contraindication to Treatment. 4.2. Preparation. 4.3. Step-by-Step Guide to Facial Enhancement Acupuncture. 4.4. Facial Enhancement Acupressure Massage. 5. Advanced Facial Enhancement Techniques. 5.1. Jade Gua Sha. 5.2. Jade Rollers. 5.3. Dermal Rollers. 6. Treating Specific Facial Issues. 6.1. The Acupuncture Meridians and their Role in Facial Enhancement Acupuncture. 6.2. Sagging Facial Muscles. 6.3. Eye Bags and Dark Circles. 6.4. Age Spots and Skin Discolouration. 6.5. Acne. 6.6. Eczema. 6.7. Rosacea. 7. Facial Enhancement Acupuncture Case Studies. 8. Marketing Facial Enhancement Acupuncture. 8.1. Marketing to Existing Patients. 8.2. Attracting New Patients. 8.3. Online Marketing. 8.4. Memberships. 8.5 Branding. 8.6. Top Ten Ways to Market Facial Enhancement Acupuncture. Glossary. Resources. References.

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Book SynopsisA real gentleman knows that it is essential to be well-groomed, and while a bit of moisturizer will help, it is not enough. Our Butler’s guide is the ultimate source of information for looking pukka. It need not take long either, and this short guide cuts to the chase: skin care, including the best shaving techniques, hair care, from the mop on your head to nasal hair trimming, style guide (with tips on what to wear for what occasion), and taking care of your clothes and shoes. This simple valet guide will get you dressed to perfection to impress the ladies and the gents.

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Book SynopsisSecretly we all want to be beautiful. And while we may not aspire to look like a waif-like model, few of us would turn down the genes that make Isabella Rossellini the icon of beauty that she is. Most of us would be happy simply to make the best of ourselves, to look more beautiful without losing the essence of what makes us individually attractive. Fortunately there are a few tricks that can help us achieve this, and this little book has them all. Packed with practical tips, inspirational photography, and fascinating facts, this stylish new edition of Things a Woman Should Know About Beauty can help you discover ways to make yourself more beautiful. Through cosmetics, treatments and a little attention to inside as well as out, you might be the only one to notice more than a subtle difference, but in the words of a woman who knows all there is about looking good..."Nothing makes a woman more beautiful than the belief that she is beautiful". (Sophie Loren).Trade Review"Nothing makes a woman more beautiful than the belief that she is beautiful" - Sophia Loren"

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Book SynopsisWith interest in natural skincare rocketing and Blend-It-Yourself Skincare listed among the Top 5 Trends for 2018, there is a thirst for straight-forward information and simple guidance that helps those seeking a natural lifestyle to take control of their own skincare and ingredients. Vital Skincare helps you understand why it is vital to look after your skin, to know the vital products and practices for healthy skin and learn how to add vitality to your skin and routines using the natural ingredients that grow around you. This is not a beauty book! Vital Skincare will help you to: Take control of your own skincare and be confident in your choices, feel and look your best every day, naturally, work with the body you have, in the time you have available, limit the pollutants and alien chemicals in your body and the environment, be more in tune with the natural world in the way you live and with the products you use and learn a natural approach that doesn't cost the earth. By appreciating the many roles skin performs and understanding its natural system you can love and look after your skin simply. Using fresh, local ingredients brings nature into your daily routines to help make you happier, healthier and smarter. It's never too early or too late to start knowing your skin.Trade ReviewA fascinating and informative book with ravishing photographs and careful instructions; this is how the natural world can help us to look fabulous and be philosophical all at once. --Joanna Lumley Vital Skincare is a beautiful book, with easy to follow, inspirational recipes to enthuse everyone to make their own natural beauty and skincare products in harmony with their own skin. Most of the ingredients can be grown at home or foraged locally: I love that I already have so many of the ingredients close to hand at home, for truly personal skin care. --Stephanie Hafferty, author of No Dig Organic Home & Garden & The Creative Kitchen. In a world where we're exposed to so many pollutants and toxins, going back to nature with our skin care is one of the most vital changes we can make. Not just our skin, but for our hormones and overall health too. Vital Skincare is an extensive guide to every single step of an effective green beauty ritual, full of simple practices, techniques and homemade recipes that can be implemented immediately for more radiant skin. Whether you're battling acne, eczema or just want a bit of extra glow, this book is ideal for anyone wanting to deeply explore natural beauty whilst learning the science behind healthy, beautiful skin without any of the toxic junk! --Amy Saunders, Natural Acne Coach

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Book SynopsisAsian Bridal Look Book is a photographic guide to gorgeous bridal hair and make-up specially created by top Asian celebrity make-up artists.

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Book SynopsisWearing perfume is often limited by the cost of designer brands. Blending your own fragrance takes perfume wearing to another level. You can design your own perfume to suit your mood, your character and your lifestyle - and, of course, your budget! Make Your Own Perfume guides you through individual aromas, showing you how to design and structure perfume for yourself and for others. It includes blending tips to help you create your own range of gorgeous signature scents and fragrances that you can wear as often as you like. In this book you will discover how to: - Identify the fragrance families and choose which ones are better suited to different occasions - Classify both natural and synthetic oils into 'note' categories to enable you to balance your perfume - Make tinctures and infusions to use in your perfumes - Dilute your perfume blend to become a body spray, eau de toilette, eau de parfum, pure perfume, or aftershave - Package your perfume - and choose appropriate names for it - Create perfume blends for pot pourri, reed diffusers and other room scenting products.Contents: Introduction; 1. Tools of the Trade; 2. A Sensible Approach to Health and Safety; 3. Creating Your Perfume; 4. Natural Versus Synthetic; 5. Aroma Oil Profiles; 6. Structuring and Building Your Perfume Blend; 7. How to Dilute Your Perfume Blends, 8. Finishing Touches; 9. Making Tinctures and Infusions; 10. Making Other Fragranced Products; 11. Perfume Blend Formulations; Resources; Index.Trade ReviewContent was fabulous...a brilliant book. rosaleengallagher.wordpress.com. This wonderful book... is packed full of delicious perfume recipes for you to make at home, to create your very own signature scents... Simply Beautiful MagazineTable of ContentsIntroduction; 1. Tools of the Trade; 2. A Sensible Approach to Health and Safety; 3. Creating Your Perfume; 4. Natural Versus Synthetic; 5. Aroma Oil Profiles; 6. Structuring and Building Your Perfume Blend; 7. How to Dilute Your Perfume Blends, 8. Finishing Touches; 9. Making Tinctures and Infusions; 10. Making Other Fragranced Products; 11. Perfume Blend Formulations; Resources; Index.

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Book SynopsisThis book will guide you through creating your own liquid and bar soap. Design and create bars of soap using traditional methods that incorporate moisturising oils and butters, and make fun and funky glycerine soaps that look almost too fabulous to use. If you prefer liquid soaps then this book also explains how to create liquid and cream soaps from scratch as well as how to design body washes using many of the easily obtainable surfactants. In this book you will discover how to: * Choose soap making ingredients that will be most beneficial for your skin type * Design and create a range of soapy products including hand and body washes * Scent your soaps using essential and fragrance oils * Make glycerine melt and pour soap from scratch * Understand different soap making methods and techniques

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Book SynopsisThe author Anthea Turner, who is renowned for her own glamorous look, has spoken to and worked with literally dozens of beauty and fitness experts over the decades. Her long-ranging career in front of the camera has given her access to those at the top of their fields and here she reveals their secrets, hacks and tips on how to always look one's best, from achieving amazing skin, dealing with weight gain and the menopause, to spiritual well-being and contentment. This is a must-have companion, for every woman wanting to look and feel her best, packed full of stunning photographs and expertise from some of the top names in the beauty, fitness and wellness industries.

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