American jeweller Martin Katz and his wife Kelly, pictured right, met the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, pictured left, in Mustique, inset, in May 2008. The couples bumped into one another at a cocktail night at the Cotton House Hotel, pictured inset. Mrs Katz said: 'Martin went to shake William's hand and dropped his glass of pink punch at his feet. It splattered all the way up William's white outfit, splashing him in the face.' Prince William, who was dressed casually at the time in a pair of flip-flops, is said to have joked: 'Oh my, that was quite refreshing.' ...read
Eyebrows were raised last week when Samantha Cameron was voted the worlds best-dressed woman by Vanity Fair magazine.
On the beach in Spain this week, Eric Cowell looked like any other toddler. Yet how many of his chums can claim to have travelled twice round the globe?
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THIS WEEK WE'RE LOVING...
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With our busy work/ social calendars many of us don't get the amount of sleep we'd like which unfortunately can play havoc with our beauty routine. A poor night's sleep can result in unwanted dark circles and under-eye bags, thankfully for us there is Elemis. Their Pro-Radiance Illuminating Eye Balm helps to ease signs of dark shadows and aging. Bird of Paradise flower gently reduces dark circles and puffiness, while optical blurring powders fade and soften the appearance of fine lines. £34, Elemis
Lanolips 101 Fruities collection (£7.99 each) made up of Strawberry, Peach and Apple, launch exclusively with feelunique.com in August. Each product has all the healing , hydrating and wondrous multipurpose benefits of Lanolin. They can be used on chapped lips, extremely dry skin patches, cuticles, small cuts and bites. We won't be without ours this summer so pop one in your purse before they sell out.
We love this timeless luxury watch by Salvatore Ferragamo. The summery orange strap and distinctive buckle shape makes it fashion-forward, too.
Salvatore Ferragamo Buckle watch, £640, Salvatore Ferragamo Boutiques or ferragamotimepieces.com
This 18ct Rose Gold necklace from Daisy is part of the brand's typically English Daisy Collection. Simple, elegant, and inspired by the classic English flower, the piece is a perfect pairing for any spring outfit. £89
We love this futuristic, multi-functional prism pouch with brass Bao Bao zipper. The sleek triangle panels are attached to a black mesh mould and shape themselves around the contents. It's perfect as a clutch, or even for your make-up.
Lucent-1 Prism Pouch in Yellow from the Bao Bao Issey Miyake collection, £120. Hervia.com
These brand new headphones by Carboncans promise audio like no other. The award winning 'full spectrum sound' is created by a high grade mylar driver which produces a warm and rich audio experience.
They're made from a new Nylon and carbon compound and are ultra durable, and they come in four zany colours.
DJ Lite Closed On-Ear Headphone, £99.99, angleandcurve.com
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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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
Head down to Harrods this month to take advantage of the innovative new Ladies Lunch Menu at the swanky Chai Wu fifth floor Chinese restaurant. Executive Chef Ian Pengelley and his team have created an eight-course tasting menu designed to be the ultimate, extravagant experience for health conscious customers looking for delicious food that tantalizes their taste buds and boosts their beauty simultaneously. Think delicate seafood dim sum - including Steamed lobster and sea bass crystal dumplings - as well salmon marinated in superfood-rich Manuka honey and wheatgrass and avocado shooters. We loved the Green tea fondant, which came served with a dollop of collagen ice cream and the sweet edible lipstick sorbets. Bursting with keratin and protein plentiful, the Ladies Lunch menu is available for £70 per person from Sunday Friday, from 12pm until 5pm.
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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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
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.
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.
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The ultimate 'his and hers' accessories: Mirror-image neighbouring London homes go on sale for £12.75m EACH... boasting 12 bedrooms and two pools between them
A pair of mirror-image houses are for sale in Kensington at an asking price of £12.75m each (inset), or £25.5m together. Russell Simpson estate agency described it as a 'unique opportunity' to own the houses with six bedrooms, four bathrooms, cinema room, steam room and 12-metre-long swimming pool. Pictured top left and bottom right, two of the master bedrooms, top right is one of the swimming pools, and bottom left is one of the lounges.
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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- Adventures of Airmiles Eric: At 18 months, Cowell's son has flown 54,400 miles - TWICE round the world
- 'If I put on a bit of weight, it affects my confidence': TOWIE's Lydia Bright reveals why she exercises every day... but can't budge her 'jelly belly'
- Game Of Thrones star Natalie Dormer defends Hollywood's obsession with looks, claiming male actors are also 'objectified just as much as women'
- 'The natural look is so much nicer than caking it on': Louise Thompson shares her makeup tips... as she reveals waterproof mascara and HD brows are a must
- What Kate and William REALLY get up to in Mustique: Diamond dealer who met royal couple on luxury island reveals the Duchess goes make-up free and William kicks back in flip-flops
- Is it true a Cadbury's Flake WON'T melt? We put the rumours to the test by blasting the chocolate bar in the microwave for a minute
- 'Look like a girl. Think like a MAN': Outrage on Twitter over BIC's 'sexist' Women's Day advert... but stationery company defends it as 'empowering'
- Drunk student wakes up to discover he has emailed his lecturer to tell him he loves him, is ‘sorry that u r bald’ and offered to ‘hook him up with a girl’ – and then finds his teacher’s response…
- Mother who breastfeeds her son AND a friend's child sparks furious debate - but insists they all share a 'special bond'
- What Kate and William REALLY get up to in Mustique: Diamond dealer who met royal couple on luxury island reveals the Duchess goes make-up free and William kicks back in flip-flops
- Eight-year-old jazz singer is tipped to be the next Amy Winehouse after her incredible talent show performance stuns viewers
- Jenna Bush heads home in comfortable maternity wear after tearful farewell to Today show
- Cover your ears! Experts reveal the SIX words women hate the most - with 'moist' topping the list of cringe-inducing phrases
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CELEBRITY STYLE WATCH...CARA DELEVINGNEThe actress and model turned heads on her appearance on Late Night with Seth Meyers with a striking sheer blouse. But she kept it from becoming OTT with a simple colour palette and muted makeup. Here we show you how to emulate her style for a fraction of the price...
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SHAPE UP: The latest fitness news and products
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Bloom into your highest potential with the Dailygreatness Yoga Journal. The pages will guide you in creating an empowering daily routine through the 8 daily steps of meditation, yoga, intentions, journaling, gratitude, inspired action, self-inquiry and inspiration. The weekly and quarterly check-ins keep you committed, conscious and motivated.
Dailygreatness Yoga Journal (Limited 'Bloom' Edition) £34.95, dailygreatness.co
Whole Earth Peanut Butter and celebrity personal trainers, Jackie and Mark Wren, who worked with Davina McCall on her DVDs, have just launched a series of Whole Earth Wonder-Fuel Workouts. The free online videos comprise of high intensity workouts designed for all levels. Jackie demonstrates a lower-impact routine with Mark doing a more challenging version. Both are devised to get busy people visible results in just three months. You can also download the accompanying free workout calendar to keep on track.
This stylish sportsbra is supportive enough for the treadmill and comfortable enough for day-to-day wear. It will quickly become your go-to bra for a run or under your favorite tank.
Boom Bra in Pink, £55 from BoomBoom Athletica
Halo Headbands could be heaven sent as they promise to help you beat the sweat when working out this summer. The headbands have patented 'Sweat Block Technology' that redirects sweat to the sides of the head away from eyes so you can concentrate on running, racing, riding, training and competing. The headband can be worn alone or fits under hats and helmets. RRP £14.95 for the Halo II Headband(pictured)available in different colours.
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.
Famed for their outdoor holidays in the UK's best walking areas, HF Holidays are now opening their doors to other sporty types. They believe their 19 country houses - located in National Parks and Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty such as the Lake District - make the perfect base from which runners, cyclists and other adventurers can train. Head of Operations Matthew Humphreys explains: 'HF Holidays is well known for providing reliable guided walking to thousands of walkers each year. Yet our Country Houses are situated in the most prefect scenic settings just made for all kinds of outdoor adventures. It's not just the location, our properties come equipped with drying rooms and boot rooms to dry your wet gear after a day in the outdoors, washing facilities for clothes, and some have Bike Sheds if you decide to bring your own bike. Our guests can enjoy full board accommodation.' Visit www.hfholidays.co.uk for the latest offers.
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
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/
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
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
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.
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
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
IN GOOD HEALTH TODAY
- DAVE WAITED 31 YEARS FOR A NEW KIDNEY: He became sensitised to 97% of the population after transplant at 21
- MILK CAN RUIN A CHILD'S TEETH: Lactose can be harmful at night
- BAN PETS FOR A HOUSE FREE OF BUGS: How doctors protect their families from infection revealed
- ME AND MY OPERATION: Turning on the satnav could banish your back pain
- ASK THE DOCTOR: How can your cholesterol be fine despite a fat-laden diet?
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Newborns positioned in 'frog' pose by baby whisperer photographer who reveals the secret to lulling infants into a deep sleep... so she can take heart-melting snaps
Sandi Ford, 36, from London, makes sure the heating is on high, the babies have just been fed and womb noises are played near them so they feel comfortable before one of her shoots. The snapper revealed that she travelled to the US to learn how best to pose the slumbering infants so they are leaning on their elbows, relaxed faces cupped in their hands, and their legs bent out at the knees.
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WunderBrow is a one-step brow solution which uses hair fibres and PermaFix Technology to help you create perfect brows in a flash. Waterproof and smudgeproof, WunderBrow helps fill, define and shape brows with ease. The natural looking colour lasts until you choose to remove it.
WunderBrow, £19.95, wunder2.co.uk
The only thing worse than returning back from a relaxing holiday is your first week back in the office: bye all day drinking, so long siestas. So, to make London mornings that little brighter the team at HARE&BONE; introduce their Breakfast Blowdry Club early morning hair appointments to get you and your hair desk ready and looking like you're set for the week even if you don't feel like it! Tuesday to Friday, 8-10am. From £25
One pencil, double the benefits. This do-it-all is a handbag saviour. Half of the wand masks blemishes and under-eye shadows with a concealing shade, while the other illuminates with subtle sheen.
Bagsy Wonder Wand Concealing & Illuminating Duo, £18, feelunique.com
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
The new Crystal Clear Ionic Sonic Cleanse kit is designed to clean, smooth and hydrate skin. Using specially designed silicone bristles to help deep cleanse the face and body, it combines the advanced technology of ultra-sonic motion with negative ion charge leaving skin pure and toxin-free. The kit comes with a cleansing gel, polish and moisturiser too. £59.99
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.
Clo&Flo;, 55 Old Brompton Road SW7 3JS www.cloandflo.com
Prep your skin with this incredible Collagen Boost Cream Cleanser from Balance Me. 125ml £18, www.Balanceme.co.uk
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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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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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
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.
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.
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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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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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.
FOOD, RECIPES & COOKING
SUPER SALMON recipes by Signe Johanson for the Norwegian Seafood Council, www.seafoodfromnorway.co.uk
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FOOD BITES: This week's wish list
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An ideal gift for a domestic god or goddess. Razor-sharp steel blades, ultra non-stick ceramic coating and a protective cover for each knife.
Set of 3 Ceracraft Non-Stick Ceramic Coated Knives, £14.99, JML
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!
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
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.
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.
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
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
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.
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
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
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
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
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.
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
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
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
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
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)