Big up your hair
Get salon hair at home with Babyliss New Big Hair, which makes DIY blow drys a cinch with its rotating barrel and natural boar bristles. Just think of all that time and money saved on hair salon visits. Widely available, €55
A serum that’s super
We love that a high-street product outshone its much more expensive rivals for reversing sun damage and firming and brightening skin. The original No 7 Protect and Perfect Serum has earned its place in skincare’s Hall of Fame, thanks to that Horizon investigation back in 2007. It’s been reformulated, but no panic, they’ve only added more of its skin-loving ingredients and it’s more concentrated then the original. Form an orderly queue. Boot’s
No 7 Protect & Perfect Advanced Serum
from €30.50.
Indulge yourself
Did you know that the Irish Open will be held at Fota Island this year? Me neither, but the folks at the Fota Island Resort are feeling the love and are offering readers a special offer during the month of June.The Chocolate Indulgence treatment is 120 minutes of golf-free bliss and includes a full body massage, a mini facial and a scalp massage. You won't be fit for much after that, so the offer also covers an overnight stay with breakfast. €214pps. Just mention The Irish Times when booking. Offer subject to availability, see fotaisland.ie
That Riviera touch
Here’s a palette that packs a punch –
Tom Ford’s Eye and Cheek Compac
t is a one stop shop for glowing skin, souped up with a shot of intense Mediterranean blue eye colour. Instant shortcut to a glamorous summer; wish I had the yacht to go with it. €82 at Brown Thomas.
Upgrade your cleavage
The ‘ol decoleté’ may be a bit more on view in the next few months, so give it some TLC with
This Works Perfect Cleavage Firming Lotion
, €49. Leaves skin supple and moisturised and ready for that swimsuit moment. From Arnotts and Sam McCauley chemists.
Lip service
Is this the perfect summer no-brainer lipstick? A flattering pinky nude with a sheeny finish and a hint of sparkle, it ticks all the boxes for an easy low-key pout. Aptly named The One Pink Dazzle, it's from Oriflame and costs €11.45. See ie.oriflame.com
Nails ahoy!
It's summer and high time to have a bit of fun with your nails. Push the boat out with this nautical design from ace manicurist Michelle Saunders using Essie – it's easier to achieve than it looks. For a step-by-step guide, see the beauty page.
