Beauty Buzz - 22 September '08

Beauty Assistant Katie Corcoran brings you this week's hottest beauty news...

Smoky eyes

The smoky eye look is really hot this season with bold show-stopping eyes being the make-up statement for any outfit. But loading your lids with thick kohl can sometimes play havoc with your peepers. They are the most sensitive area of the face so we have to be careful not to aggravate them which is why we were excited to hear about this Organic Glam Eye Pencil. It uses 100% natural mineral powder and doesn't contain any eye-nasty ingredients! So even if you have the most sensitive of eyes - don't miss out on this seasons ‘it' look, use this natural eyeliner to create all the rock ‘n' roll glamour you need without any tears.

Organic Glam Eye Pencil £15, theorganicpharmacy.com

Beauty-full offer

We love Boots and their fantastic offers for us beauty lovers! Right now they are having their biggest ever bumper beauty month where you can get 3 for 2 on thousands of gorgeous beauty buys. Treat yourself to some hair must haves, skin saviours, beautiful body treats and magical make-up favourites. There is no time like the present not to stock up and update your beauty boudoir. A perfect mid month treat for any beauty junkie...

At Boots nationwide and boots.com now

South African secret

If you haven't heard of Environ then its about time you did - we love this fab no nonsense South African beauty brand that tackles everything from dry problem skin to fine lines and scarring. Plus we are not the only fans with Elle Macpherson and Katherine Heigl to name but a few who also love them. This month we think their new lip balm packed full of vitamins, anti oxidants, shea butter and bees wax is a lip-tastic saviour! It will not only moisturise your lips but also protect them against the elements (yes it has a mega SPF of 25) and help reduce the appearance of fine lines. All in one handy sized beauty buy that is perfect for if you are off for some winter sun, heading to the slopes or just starting to brave the British winter. This will keep lips looking luscious all year long...


New C-Quence Lip Balm, £14.95 020 8450 2020 vitaminskincare.eu

Exotic spa getaway

It's about this time of year that the spring summer holiday we took feels like a distant memory, and for those of us that weren't lucky enough to get away then we start dreaming of when we can. Well we think we might have found the perfect spa-tastic getaway in the form of Sir Richard Branson's private island. Spend the savings, splash the cash and escape to paradise. What's more, the luxurious Italian spa brand Gerard's are taking over the 5 star spa meaning you relax like a true celeb with their oh-so pampering treatments. Want to flatten that post summer belly? Then go for their ever popular Green Tea Abdomen massage. Feeling like you need a rejuvenating skin treat? Then experience the pure luxury of their Caviar facial. Or perhaps you want a muscle stretching treatment to bring life back into your aching body? Then let their Bamboo treatment work its magic. Or just have them all whilst relaxing in the paradise that is Necker Island. Note to self: get saving now! There is nothing average about this super spa break...

For Gerard's treatments in the UK call 020 8202 2020. For further information on Necker Island virginlimitededition.com

Psst...

If you still haven't managed to nip into John Lewis this month for their Beauty Icons event then now is as good a time as any - especially when there are some amazing beauty freebies to be had! Between the 13-27 September, go to any Clinique counter within John Lewis for a free foundation consultation and you will also receive a complimentary mini Clinique Blended Face Powder and Brush which is perfect for some sheer skin coverage this autumn. So brave those foundation demons and get those questions answered with this hard to turn down offer - thank you Clinique!

At Clinique counters in John Lewis stores nationwide now

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