It isn't always easy to be kind about ex partners so when one woman, 24-year-old Stina Sanders, decided to track down her former flames on email and ask them what they really thought of her, she was prepared for a mixed bag of responses...and that's exactly what she got. (Pictured from left: Stina Sanders with two of her ex boyfriends and right, relaxing on holiday) ...read
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- Pippa Middleton 'ticks a life box' with full marathon
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Max Factor Colour Elixir Lipstick in Ruby Tuesday is the perfect hit of rouge for the summer months. Bright and bold, the vibrant lipstick looks good and feels good, thanks to skin emollients, conditioners and antioxidants that condition lips.
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It's neither ash nor blonde but a shade of bronze that works well to tone down full-on blondes and softly lightening winter brunettes. The 'perfected metallic tone' dubbed New Metallics is used at HARI's salons exclusively. Said to be a sort of anti-colour, it's applited using the Balayage technique for a natural, healthy look that complements the skin tone and adds radiance. £150
British watch brand Shore Projects launch their new colourful silicone straps, and the unique waterproof designs are perfect for both holiday festival season. The easily attachable straps come in orange, red, green and yellow. The quickest way to update your wardrobe or make your outfit match. £20
Esteemed British perfumer Ruth Mastenbroek, who has been creating fine fragrances for over 30 years, has unveiled her hotly-anticipated new scent, Oxford. The unisex Eau de Parfum - her third fragrance - is inspired by her time as a Chemistry undergraduate at Oxford in the 1970's. 'Oxford is inspired by the French cigarette brand Gitanes... chic, rough, and exotic,' she says of her latest offering. The stunning new scent, which is exclusively available in Fenwick, has top notes of bergamot, galbanum and basil; heart notes of clary sage, rosemary and jasmine; and base notes of amber, vanilla, vetivert and oudh.
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More London Riverside has been transformed into a luxury tropical food and drink experience with the arrival of Cîroc at London Riviera. Situated on the Southbank by Tower Bridge, it is the ultimate luxury hang-out to enjoy stunning sundown views of the Thames. The five-month boutique pop up, has been created by Nick Zuppar and his team at The Food Firm. Decked out with palm trees, luxurious day-beds, giant pineapples and pink flamingos, Cîroc at London Riviera will be a fabulously frivolous after-work meeting spot or a chilled weekend hang-out.
This week we're taking the day off with Jo Malone's Lime Basil & Mandarin Shower Oil, £32. The nourishing new formula with sunflower seed, jojoba and coconut oil leaves skin silky smooth and with the freshest scent making it the perfect summer shower companion.
Urban Decay's new Naked Smoky palette is the beauty giant's best yet. Packed with a dozen sultry, smoky neutrals nine never-before-seen shades and three exclusives - this £38 palette is loaded with all the essentials for the perfect neutral smoky eye this summer. Available online July 30; prepare for a stampede.
Whether you travel by plane, train or car, first-class skincare makes all the difference on arrival. 111SKINs compact, luxury Jet Set Deluxe Travel Collection contains all you need to smooth your journey in convenient miniature size. Plumping, volumising and hydrating, each product restores firmness and elasticity for a youthful looking complexion from take off to touch down. £135 available from 111SKIN.com
Overnight Summer Skin Recovery Mask delivers long-lasting hydration and overnight anti-ageing care for your skin after increased sun exposure. It targets sun damage with a combination of ingredients and technology that together reduce sun damaged cells by up to 40 per cent. Available exclusively at QVC and Marks and Spencer. £38.
Forget Britains Got Talent, Step LIVE! will showcase some of the UKs most promising and talented dance performers at the end of July. The much anticipated event is the result of Step into Dance youth groups who have worked their way through the audition process to showcase their skills in front of an influential audience at one of the UKs most renowned dance venues. The myriad of highly skilled and refreshing talent is sure to make for an unmissable evening. Step LIVE! 2015 will take place at Sadler's Wells on Sunday 12 July. Book your tickets now and join over 350 young people as they take to the stages of one of the biggest dance venues in the UK in whats promising to be a real show stopper. Tickets £8-£15
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Nicky Hilton's flower girls wore gowns designed by Crown Princess Marie-Chantal of Greece (but they didn't cost quite as much as the bride's £50,000 dress)
The bridesmaids at Nicky Hilton's wedding (right) at Kensington Palace on Friday night were dressed in bespoke blue tulle gowns (left) designed by Crown Princess Marie-Chantal of Greece (inset). Each featured hand-embroidered shooting star designs and were worn with 'flower crowns' also designed by the London-based royal. Marie-Chantal, who is married to Crown Prince Pavlos, the heir to the now defunct Greek throne, launched her childrenswear company, also called Marie-Chantal, in 2001.
WHERE TO EAT THIS WEEK
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The Savoy's riverside restaurant Kaspar's appoints new executive chef Holger Jackish. His new direction centres on British seasonal food and locally source seafood; beautifully prepared and elegantly presented. The perfect spot for relaxed lunches, and early evening drinks and bites, Kaspar's all-day offering also features succulent meats from the grill alongside lighter bites and cured fish platters at the seafood bar.
If youre heading to Le Menar I would suggest taking your appetite and more importantly a plus one or maybe even a two or three. Glancing at the extensive menu youll be hard pressed to place your order at the cosy North African restaurant in the heart of Fitzrovia. Eager to try as much as possible I order about seven courses and to my horror they are all absolutely delicious. The Spiced Lamb Rack (lamb cutlets) might be the best I have ever had and the side of Smoked Aubergiene Moutabal is honestly heavenly. Other favourites included the scallops that were so fresh I could well have been sampling them from the fishing boat, from which they were caught. The chef Vernon, was a delight and is happy to provide recommendations for the evening if you are unsure. And best of all he wasnt the least bit judgmental that my guest and I managed to devour all seven courses
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Set in the heart of Marylebone, 108 Brasserie has been about for a while but an exciting new menu and a trendy bar scene has attracted a new clientele as well as maintaining its already incredibly loyal fans. The evening menu is made up of simple yet British foods and there is probably at least one thing that you are yet to try, coming as a sigh of relief in the city where most people can recite the menus of their favourite restaurants. I sampled, with some interpretation, the crispy pig cheeks and they were the perfect balance of exciting and moreish new flavours. The Octopus Carpaccio is also worth a recommendation not only for its impressive freshness but also for the pure beauty exuded on your plate. It may sound far from fast food but the service couldnt be more efficient. In fact when the desserts took more than five minutes to arrive I was met by an almighty apology and two glasses of whisky. I am becoming ever so much more patient.
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London is saturated with restaurants offering top quality fish, but Beirut-born brand Salmontini just went and trumped them all. Nestled in swanky Belgravia, Jason Bassili's new haunt has made its way over from the Middle East - and we are welcoming it with open arms. Offering unparalleled luxury in the coziest of settings, the Pont street eatery is the perfect date night setting. Possibly the most sumptuous sushi currently on offer in the capital, the team are putting their own spin on the classics. Menu highlights include 35 days aged Rib-eye steak served with Dauphinoise potatoes and wild mushrooms, Crispy California Maki with crunchy tempura crumbs and a Salmon Kaware drizzled with black truffle oil.
Spring is in the air and its bringing the freshest new flavours to the belt as YO! Sushi unveils a major shakeup of its authentic Japanese menu. From Japanese Seabass Ceviche to Yuzu Cured Salmon, the new dishes celebrate the joy of Japanese cuisine at its best. YO! Sushi also becomes one of the few UK restaurants to offer a most delicious delicacy - Albacore Tuna - which will excite fans in the forms of either Tuna Tataki or Nigiri with Truffle Ponzu. To really put a spring in your step, the latest superfood seaweed is in abundance on the belt and Miso Dumpling Ramen and Beef Curry Ramen join the ranks of the super popular ramen dishes on offer.
There is a certain satisfaction that comes with a dirty burger after work. However, fast food is often met with fast judgement and so let me introduce you to the after work dinner quickie that just got posh. Pizza Union located in Shoreditch is now my not so shameful after office eatery. Inspired by the crispy pizzas of Rome Pizza Union serves authentic Italian food in record timing. Once you have selected a pizza from the extensive list you order at the counter and collect your pager that will inform you when your order is ready. Youll have to try and resist the temptations that scatter the tills including olives, nuts, and dips. The interior features informal benches meaning you can go unnoticed as a lone dinner and munch away in peace, avoiding U.W.A (unwanted waiter attention.) My pizza was as good as any you would get from a sit in restaurant chain and easily a third of the price. Pizza Union is open all day (11am 11pm), seven days a week.
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It is not uncommon to expect small portions at a fancy restaurant, however at this one youre allowed to order more than one! The Providores in trendy Marylebone is perfect for those of us who just cant decide. Their extensive menu features miniature takes on classic dishes with the aim being to choose three mini meals. It is all a bit disorientating to begin with but you neednt worry - the friendly staff are right on hand to explain all. I decided on a freekeh salad, followed by a blue cheese soufflé and the restaurants signature dish the beef pesto. I was not disappointed, the beef was cooked to absolute perfection and the garlic dressing had a divine flavour that sat beautifully with the silky pesto. The only problem I can see with the Providores is everything is tasty and small enough for you to be gagging for more. It will certainly keep me coming back with my order of three beef pestos at the ready.
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So often I head out for dinner and order a steak and receive several up-turned noses for ordering chips (a food critic ordering chips pah!) But I dare you to find anything that goes quite as well with a hefty steak. Luckily for me I have found a place where they encourage this kind of behaviour. Rowleys, tucked round the back of Piccadilly, provided the perfect setting for myself and guest to gorge ourselves on comfort food (including sticky toffee pudding) after an August down pour. The steak is what Rowleys is famed for with its 36-year-old reputation still attracting new customers. We ordered the house special of Entrecôte which, is served in a sharing dish (where you have ample opportunity to sneak more than your fair share) and is served with unlimited fries that could very well be the tastiest Ive had in months. It seems I am not alone in my quest for a carb loaded side. You can have your chip and eat it too.
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The Blues Kitchen has recently opened a second venue in trendy Shoreditch. Located on Curtain Road it is the East London sibling to the original Blues Kitchen which opened in Camden in 2009. The Blues Kitchen will offer Texan BBQ, live music seven nights a week, and showcase one of the biggest bourbon selections in the UK. Open daily for brunch, lunch and dinner, the Texan BBQ menu will feature cuts of beef and pork, smoked in-house for up to 16 hours over a blend of hickory, oak, mesquite and fruit woods, some imparting flavour and texture into the meat. Options include Smoke roasted chicken or Slow smoked beef brisket, all served with fries and slaw. A 110 gallon lobster tank, installed into centre of main bar as a unique design feature, will house live lobsters from Scotland, available to order. It is an all round treat whilst remaining unpretentious, hurry and get booked! We anticipate a big hit!
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- Mulberry gets a makeover! Georgia Jagger smoulders in printed jumpsuits, clutching £1,000 tote as she stars in edgy Seventies-style campaign on the streets of London
- How to get a body like Serena Williams: Wimbledon champion reveals she's got fitter than ever by ditching running and cycling for dancing
- Abs-olutely transformed! Chloe Madeley reveals her incredible six pack after 12-week weight loss plan… which included drinking five litres of water A DAY
- 'Often, the punches were real:' Jake Gyllenhaal reveals how he transformed his slim physique into muscular brawn for new boxing film Southpaw
- What does your ex REALLY think of you now? One brave model dared to quiz SIX former boyfriends...and winced when the responses came back
- It's Princess Sofia! Glamour model who married Sweden's Prince Carl-Philip makes her first appearance as a royal... after a luxury three-week honeymoon in Fiji
- Mother who planned her wedding AND her new husband's funeral after he was diagnosed with incurable lung disease is now celebrating his life-saving transplant
- Tragedy of the actress who was 'date raped' by Clark Gable, gave birth to his baby - and then kept it secret for EIGHTY YEARS
- Another day, another Centre Court seat! Pippa Middleton sports unusual seahorse dress and aviator shades to watch Novak Djokovic triumph in Wimbledon final
- Pippa Middleton 'ticks a life box' as she completes her first full marathon in 30-degree heat across the Kenya plains
- Here's looking at you, mum! Parents capture on film joyous moment baby with weak eyesight is given her first pair of glasses
- What does your ex REALLY think of you now? One brave model dared to quiz SIX former boyfriends...and winced when the responses came back
- Don't mess with JK Rowling! Enraged author issues withering riposte to Twitter troll for body-shaming Serena Williams...and it gets retweeted 650,000 times
- Nicky Hilton's flower girls wore gowns designed by Crown Princess Marie-Chantal of Greece (but they didn't cost quite as much as the bride's £50,000 dress)
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Did you know this was a full body workout which helps you burn 40 per cent more calories than walking alone? Walk your way to improved health and fitness with Nordic Walking UK's leading expert, Gill Stewart, and the launch of The Complete Guide to Nordic Walking. This new step-by-step manual will enable anybody regardless of their age, fitness level or ability to learn the principles and techniques of this very sociable form of outdoor fitness. £17.95, nordicwalking.co.uk
A fun statement crop top is perfect for yoga, and we love this one from Motel. Features cute bandeau shape and slim straps.
Motel Flic Bandeau Crop Top in Art School Black, £18, MotelRocks.com
Elle Sport have launched a new range of active clothing that's both stylish and practical. The Supernova collection features on-trend graphic prints and pastel shades to satisfy the fashion conscious exerciser. The lightweight, breathable material means it's not just for posing in the gym but can withstand a hard workout. For a summer run, we love the double layered running shorts, £32, and the control performance vest, £36, both pictured.
The perfect women's lightweight windproof jacket for summer runs in the rain. Packs down small enough to put in your back pocket and weighs less than your phone. Shelium Lightweight Jacket, £49, from Howies
Saucony celebrates 35 years at the London Marathon with the release of the limited edition London Kinvara 6. Open and breathable mesh ensures ventilated comfort while adjustments to the FlexFilm upper deliver an enhanced fit without adding weight. £105
The ballot has closed for this year's Royal Parks Foundation Half Marathon but there are still a number of charity places available. The 13.1 mile route passes London's world-famous landmarks and runs through four Royal Parks. Charity applications close on 21st August, but are likely to be allocated well ahead of this date. To find a charity place you should sign up as soon as possible via www.royalparkshalf.com/charities-list/
We love Nature's Plus KETOSlim bars - and Almond Crunch is out favourite. With almond slices and crispy protein nuggets, plus chocolate, almond butter and a creamy chocolate coating, it's a delicious and satisfying diet food - and it's full of protein (21g)!
Natures Plus KETOSlim Almond Crunch Bar is available from health food stores nationwide. RRP £2.45
A new high intensity, interval training class in London will change the way you work out. Maximise your exercise and head underground in the City, just by Bank, to the red-lit bunker where you can burn up to 1,000 calories in an hour. Project Fit combines intense treadmill HIIT with free weights and resistance for a unique group workout experience. Created by personal trainer Joel Hilton and Ben Staines.
Monitor your vital statistics and help improve your health with Tanita and their range of body composition monitors. Tanita's BIA technology measures BMI, body fat percentage, muscle mass, visceral fat levels, hydration levels, weight, and BMR (amount of calories your body burns at rest). Tanita BC-731 from £49.99
UNDER ARMOUR If you haven't yet heard of the sports brand Under Armour then you soon will. The company are already huge in America and now sponsor British tennis champ Andy Murray. The company built their reputation on their lightweight T-shirts that adept at wicking away sweat. FEMAIL took the purple version, pictured, for a test run and were impressed by the feel and performance of the product. RRP is £24.99, available at £14.99 from Sportsshoes.com
THERAPEARL, is a new doctor developed cool pack that provides an easy, no mess way to ice a sports injury to reduce pain. Store the pack in your freezer and apply when necessary to inflamed areas. Available from Boots for £5.99.
With the New Year just days away help shed the festive pounds with Diet Fuel Ultralean; a high protein, great tasting meal replacement shake with whey protein to satisfy hunger any time of the day. It is available in flavours such as strawberry, chocolate and vanilla - as well as banana caramel and cafe latte. Prices start from £14.99 for 500g.
A new app called HAPIcoach allows you to send pictures of your meals to live nutrition experts and dieticians to get advice on meals in 3 easy steps - take a picture of your meal, upload your data to your HAPI.com account, and your HAPIcoach approves or comments on your meal. Your calories, food choices and amounts will be evaluated daily by nutritionists, who will either 'approve' or 'not approve' your meals and will give you helpful advice on alternatives. HAPIcoach will be available for UK preorder online from February 2 from Amazon.co.uk (£89.99 for the tracker and 12 months of nutritional coaching) and will then be available from selected national retailers in March 2015.
Panache won sports bra brand of the year at the UK Lingerie Awards 2012 & 2013 with this bra. It doesn't just reduce bounce from your workout, it also adds a touch of style to it. Available from B-H cup. £38
If you're putting effort into exercising and eating healthily but still suffering bloating, bad skin or maybe some excess weight, it could be down to food intolerances. Our body rejecting certain foods can potentially lead to such symptoms, but a new test checks your blood against 158 foods to get to the bottom of it. If you do suffer from any intolerances, the service includes information and support about dietary changes helping you reach your ideal weight.
Ideal Weight Programme from YorkTest, £299
Nature's Plus SPIRU-TEIN PureTrition is the next revolution in certified 100 per cent organic protein powders. Each serving contains 18g of whole-food protein fused with fruits, vegetables, algae and more to help you look, perform and be your best. Organic protein has never been so powerfully healthy or tasted so good. Drink this fitness essential before the gym to make the most of your workout, take some on the go for a burst of energy on the move or keep in the office for a morning nutrition boost.
Available from The Nutri Centre nutricentre.com and other good health food stores.
If you're struggling to tone up in time for your summer holiday, try and ab belt to supplement your gym sessions. Premium Slendertone Abs Belt promises improved muscle tone and shape. Wear it while working from home or cooking dinner - clinical trials show stronger, flatter, more toned abs in four weeks. But you'll need to strap it on five times a week.
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Keep your boobs in place with his sports bra from Freya, as seen on Kate Upton's latest Vogue centrefold. The Freya Active Underwired Crop Top Sports Bra reduces exercise strain to 1 per cent, pain by 97 per cent and crucially boob wobble - 'independent movement' - by a brilliant 92 per cent. The moulded crop top sports bra offers full coverage complete with odour management fabric and mesh panels for cool comfort.
Purple or black, £40
IN GOOD HEALTH TODAY
- THREE MINUTES OF EXERCISE A WEEK: Vince initially scoffed at 'high-intensity' exercise. Now he says it's changed his life
- WHY SO MANY PILLS ARE TOO BIG: It is dangerous to assume you can break up big pills to make them easier to swallow
- INCONTINENCE OP: Experts say it's safe. So why is it leaving women in such agony?
- TERRY DEARY: The author of Horrible Histories, 69, takes our health quiz
- ASK THE DOCTOR: Eating is the only thing that can stop me crying
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Tragedy of the actress who was 'date raped' by Clark Gable, gave birth to his baby - and then kept it secret for EIGHTY YEARS
Actress Loretta Young (pictured left with her daughter Judy) was 23 when she met Clark Gable, then 34, on the set of 1935's Call of the Wild. The two were widely rumoured to have had an affair at the time and nine months later, Young gave birth to Judy in secret. Now it has emerged that far from being the product of an affair, the little girl was conceived after her mother was 'date raped' by Gable (pictured right with Young on the set of Call of the Wild). The claim was made by Linda Lewis, Young's daughter-in-law.
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Prep your skin with this incredible Collagen Boost Cream Cleanser from Balance Me. 125ml £18, www.Balanceme.co.uk
Clo&Flo;, the luxury hair salon run by sisters Chloe and Florence Bellas, offers a winning combination of long opening hours and loyalty scheme so you can have perfectly coiffed hair all summer long. On your 5th blow dry you get a free Moroccan oil hydrating treatment and your 10th blow dry is free.
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The no!no! Hair PRO3 takes a whole new approach to facial and body hair removal. The gadget uses pulsed Thermicon technology, plus heat for pain-free hair removal and weeks of long-lasting, brilliant results. It's safe and effective for face and body, both men and women and most hair and skin types. From £210
Wax In The City is London's new go to destination for waxing in the heart of Chelsea on the King's road. Its one-of-a-kind hot wax is applied and whipped off in an instant with a quick technique. They only accept walk ins but long opening hours and efficient service means you're sure to be seen. £8-£47.
A set of two Rodial Dragon's Blood moisturisers - one for use in the morning and one for before you go to bed at night. Drench your skin with moisture and target the signs of ageing using this intensive plumping and soothing Dragon's Blood moisturising night and day duo.
Rodial 2 Piece Dragons Blood & Day & Night Collection, QVC price £54
REVEAL Calvin Klein, a solar oriental fragrance, is characterized by intriguing duality, unexpected freshness, and enveloping warmth. It's highly sensorial raw salt signature is said to capture traces of the erotic scent of skin. The unique signature melts into a heart of orris, while the drydown of sensual sandalwood reverts back to the core identity of the house's fragrances. REVEAL Calvin Klein is sexy, confident, and provocative with a touch of the unexpected. RRP: 50ml EDP £52
Olay Essentials Complete Care Plus Multiradiance Moisturising Lotion SPF15 has been given a stylish makeover thanks to celebrity jewellery designing favourite, Daisy Knights, who has created a limited edition pack. The cream itself contains the essential ingredients your skin needs to be noticeably radiant in the transseasonal months. £9.99
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You prime your skin and now, thanks to Urban Decay's Subversion, you can prime your eyes too. This eyelash primer adds weight to your lashes and gives your mascara something to grab onto. The brush coats lashes from root to tipto make them look thicker, longer and feel stronger. We don't know how we lived without it before!
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It's been one of the most hyped-up launches of the year and now bareMinerals Bareskin Foundation is here. Available in 20 shades and with a patent pending intelligent brush design, which applies the product seamlessly (trust us), this skincare saviour has only half the ingredients of the average liquid foundation on the market which means your skin will love you for it. Say hello to clog-free, happy skin. £26.
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Channel your inner Miranda Kerr with these delightful organic hair products from Windle & Moodie. Packed with the supermodel's favourite Rooibos tea and argan oil, the new haircare range will leave you with glossy, healthy and restored locks this summer.
Murad's brand new Blemish Clearing Solution is the hottest go-to product for those suffering from breakouts. Just apply under your daily moisturiser twice a day all over your skin for a clearer complexion in days. The ingredients give scientifically-proven results. RRP £39
OLEHENRIKSEN has unveiled its ultimateLIFT eye gel, which has been reformulated with additional peptides and botanicals to instantly lift, firm and de-puff the delicate eye region overnight, and we can't get enough. The cooling gel, which smells of refreshing cucumber, has become a part of our nightly beauty regime. Pumped with bio-peptides and hyaluronic acid, the eye gel formula lifts sagging lids and brows, restores elasticity and diminishes fine lines and wrinkles, while wrapping the delicate eye region in an overnight moisture barrier. We love the non-greasy finish and can already see a difference.
Naked Skin Beauty Balm in Naked Bronzing, £23. Stockists from 1st June are feelunique.com, selfridges.com, debenhams.com or houseoffraser.co.uk
Su-Man purifying gel cleanser - an innovative hybrid oil and water-based gel that banishes every last trace of makeup and residue - even waterproof mascara - without upsetting the skin's delicate balance - has a new fan: the Queen of pop. Kylie Minogue loves the product, which is packed with wintergreen, rosehip oil and dragon's blood extract to purge pores of impurities and reinforce the complexion's natural defense against environmental aggressors.
From Lancôme comes the brand new City Miracle CC Cream, a highly tested product. The cream has been proven to protect and improve your skin in even the most polluted cities. City Miracle contains key ingredients which are essential for skin protection, such as coated mineral pigments, which create a glow in your ski , vitamins C and G to reduce the depth of wrinkles, along with many other skin saving necessities. The cream has multiple functions, and as well as hydrating your skin and reduce flaws, it also contains SPF 50; ideal for our new improved weather conditions! £27, Lancôme
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Got a weekend away coming up? Arm yourself with Aromatherapy Associates The Award Winners. Containing the Beauty Experts favourites for your skin, body and mind, this collection incorporates the real heroes - Deep Relax Bath & Shower Oil, Revitalising Face Oil, Renewing Rose Body Cream and De-Stress Muscle Gel.
Perfect for the warmer months, Skyn Iceland's Hydro Cool Firming Face Gels, £30, help beat wrinkles and leave skin looking noticeably firmer and more plump.
Grow your hair long like Twiggy! Elsa McAlonan reveals products for as little as £5 that will help nourish your tresses
My hair only suits me when it's long. Though I have been going a bit shorter every year, I have not had a major chop. I know having a wash-and-go style would save me a fortune on salon visits, but I like having longer hair. Some people look better with short hair, such as Judi Dench, 80, Helen Mirren, 69, and Jane Fonda, 77, with her flattering, jaw-length style that enhances her youthful looks. But there are plenty of us who love our longer locks. What about Jane Seymour, 64, with her trademark long mane? Or Elle Macpherson, who, at 51, has gorgeous waves that look as if she's spent the day cavorting at the beach?
FOOD, RECIPES & COOKING
SUPER SALMON recipes by Signe Johanson for the Norwegian Seafood Council, www.seafoodfromnorway.co.uk
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Hotel Chocolat has Father's Day covered. You dont have to be a palaeontologist to enjoy the beautiful curves of an iconic fossilised ammonite shell, here preserved in velvety smooth 40% milk chocolate for just a little longer, so you can treat the precious fossils in your life. £7.50
Warburtons has teamed up with Breville for this Perfect Fit four-slice toaster, which fits the sliced bread perfectly. It features red illuminated control buttons, a look & lift facility to view your toast's progress, plus high lift for easy removal of smaller slices! £59.99
Savour those greens with Savse Smoothies, which are sporting a fresh new look for 2015. The yummy bottles of 100 per cent natural, cold-pressed goodness count towards two 2 of your 5 a day and are very low in sugar. Savse Super Green is one of Britain's lowest calorie smoothies at only 38 calories per 100ml. £2.29
Sensual and sweet, this exquisite selection is sure to melt the heart of your darling. Home to nine pieces of love-inspired ganache-filled white, milk and dark fondant fancies, our Darling's Chocolate Box is a wonderful way to spoil the one you love. £20.00, Godiva
Magnum Pink combines delicate raspberry flavoured ice cream and sauce and coated in cracking chocolate with premium, pearlescent pink coating. A perfect treat. £1.90
From drinking mushroom tea, eating dried mushrooms or taking a supplement, mushrooms - with their endless health and wellbeing benefits - are the hottest new foodie trend. Hifas da Terra's specialised supplement MicoSalud range has been developed to boost the immune system, target IBS, immunity and cholesterol. The Mico-Rei supplement pictured is said to help with anti-ageing the skin at a cellular level. Hifas da Terra Mico-Rei, £55.50, exclusive to Harrods.
The Lindt Gold Bunny is an Easter must-have but could you consume a 1kg version? Guaranteed to make a big impression, the giant milk chocolate Lindt Gold Bunny costs £39.99 and is so large it needs its own carrier case!
D&D; Wine is an online shop with a difference. Run by a team of sommeliers from restaurant group D&D;, some of whom have won the industry's highest awards for their lists. This all-round red will impress at any dinner party. Byron; Pinot Noir, Santa Barbara County, 2012 - £16.25
Introducing The Lake District Dairy Co. Quark - a naturally fat free and a brilliantly versatile dairy ingredient that's great for cooking, mixing and baking. £1.25 for a 250g pot from Tesco, Morrisons, and other major supermarkets.
Dedicated to natural cleansing by way of delicious, organic and healing juices, 42 Juice is created by a hot young female duo in Brighton. The cold-pressed juices are said to minimise toxins and maximise nutrients so that the digestive process is eased and energy is able to be sent to other areas of the body, helping to heal, protect and boost cells from the inside out. Book a Cleanse (or opt for a Juice Box if you want to boost the immune system but don't want to commit to anything too hardcore) and these saintly yet tasty juices will be delivered straight to your door. Or if you find yourself in Brighton, visit 42 Juice's super-chic bar there.
The Fortnum & Mason Handmade English chocolates come in new packaging featuring Timorous Beasties. The range comprises 12 different types of chocolate, including: Rose & Violet Creams, Assorted Creams, Stem Gingers, Gingers, the Nut Selection, the Milk & Dark Selection, the Milk Chocolate Selection and the Dark Chocolate Selection. Available in a number of different sizes, prices start from £12.95 for the 120g boxes. They can be purchased from the Piccadilly and St Pancras stores, as well as the new store at Heathrow Terminal 5, and from www.fortnumandmason.com.
If you're having a dry January then you might find it hard to resist the Corder Cool Climate Sauvignon Blanc from Cape London. But fear not, you can keep your New Year resolution to avoid the booze by letting it mature for at least four years. If you can't wait that long, enjoy it now for the subtle, clean and fresh flavour that complements chicken and salads. £11.99 from www.capelondon.co.uk
Go on an indulgent journey across the globe with the Godiva Chef Inspirations Saveurs Du Monde chocolate box. Lift the lid on this box of 8 and enjoy white, milk and dark chocolates with fillings like Honey Almond Caramel and Banana and Coconut Ganache. £15.00
This Autumn sees the launch of PAUL's Limited Edition croissant range. Enjoy the authentic and buttery homemade French treat filled with fresh and flavoursome fillings and topped with a choice of flaked almonds, hazelnuts, pistachio and raspberries. Highlights include the Croissant Framboise, bursting with raspberries and frangipane cream. Other options include Praline, Pistachio and Almond, priced at £1.95 each.
Beetroot might not sound an obvious choice of baking ingredient but in the capable hands of Soho bakery Foxcroft & Ginger, the humble vegetable has been transformed into a key part of their new chocolate cake pops. Made using Fairtrade chocolate, the sweet treats are deliciously moist and ridiculously moreish. Youll never look at beetroot in the same way again! £2.50, Foxcroft & Ginger
Carpo Chocolate Tubes are heaven shaped like a sausage. The dark ones contain 55 per cent cocoa and are dairy free and suitable for vegans and chocoholics. This Dark Chocolate Tube with Almond Croquant is our favourite. Carpo London is the first store abroad of Greek family company Carpo Hellas, specialists in premium nuts, dried fruits, chocolate, honey and coffee - basically all the indulgences in life. Visit the store on 16 Piccadilly street, buy online at http://www.carpolondon.co.uk/contact/ or call Carpo on 0207 287 7233.
Château Lagrange is going into Lidl stores on November 27 as part of a new 36 wine collection. It's the most expensive wine the budget retailer has ever sold, and it comes from an estate well known to claret lovers. The elegant, flavoursome wine provides satisfying drinking earlier than other Grands Crus Classés and will stay at a delicious level for several years to come. Who knew Lidl did so upmarket? £39.99
Rum is our guilty pleasure but we're not always mad keen on the pirate stereotype that comes with it. Enter Koko Kanu. The crystal clear rum has a subtle coconut taste and a wonderfully smooth and velvety texture and best of all it has really pretty packaging so you can avoid any Long John Silver jokes! RRP £19.99
Got a craving for a tea time treat but don't want an unhealthy snack? Then Nakd's newest healthy wholefood bar is for you, as it's Bakewell Tart flavour. As with the other bars in the range, the Bakewell Tart version contains only cold pressed fruit and nuts with natural flavourings which means no gluten, wheat, dairy or added sugar. Currently available from Natural Balance online and then nationawide supermarkets from October, RRP 75p a bar
No need to refill shabby second hand bottles now! Simply pop These Oasis Mighty Drops in your bag and add to water when you fancy a refreshing fruity drink! Available in Mixed Berry, Raspberry Lemonade and Mango Tropical and best of all they're only ten calories per serving! Available at the introductory offer of £2 at Ocado (normally £2.49)
Tony Kitous has had the whole of London flocking to Comptoir for his Lebanese cuisine for over a decade and it can often be a struggle to get a table. But now fans of his food can enjoy it from the comfort of their own home as Comptoir has released its second cookbook, Comptoir Libanais Express. Tony brings you 80 new simple but delicious express recipes, perfect for pulling together fast after work, or for a quick but impressive feast for guests. £20, Random House