We all know that the holidays can be *kind of* stressful – especially when it comes to finding the perfect gifts for your nearest and dearest. Luckily, some of the best gifts out there don’t even require getting up from the sofa to buy. Yep, we’re talking beauty and wellness gifts (let’s be real – is there anything better than the gift of relaxation and indulgence? We think not.) We’ve compiled the ultimate guide to the best beauty & wellness gifts out there, so you can start crossing out names from your list and focus on what Christmas is *really*…

Let’s face it - the past year (or two) kind of put a lot of things on the backburner. Summer holidays, parties, and, (sigh), even Christmas - it’s fair to say our social lives have taken a bit of a hit. All that has meant one thing for sure - getting glammed up has decidedly not been top of our to-do list. And, whilst we’ve loved the makeup-free life, the putting off of hair washing for yet another day, and the endless rotation of comfy clothes - it’s time for a change.  Yep - we’re calling it: glam is back.…

It’s December (!!) which means we can finally start watching Christmas movies, eating mince pies, and listening to Mariah Carey on repeat (okay, we’ll admit that we’ve been doing all of this since Halloween but at least it’s now a *tad* less embarrassing).  Yep, Christmas is approaching fast, and (in case you couldn’t tell) we’re just a little excited. Of course, we’re eagerly anticipating the reunions with friends, the incredible Christmas dinners, and the - hopefully plentiful - mulled wines. However - is it weird to say we’re almost as excited for our annual festive mani? (We said almost -…

Ah, Christmas. Time with family, movies in bed, and hot chocolate by the fireplace - the festive season could be pure bliss - in theory. Instead, we’ve got endless amounts of planning, parties, and present-buying to worry about - decidedly un-bliss, if you ask us. Not to mention, there’s the prepping of yourself to think about - after all, what’s Christmas without a bit of self-care, a whole lot of treating yourself, and a good old dose of *glam*.  If you can’t quite bring yourself to start another lot of festive planning - we feel you. Luckily, when it comes…

Days are getting shorter, temperatures are dropping, and we’ve all dug out our favourite fuzzy jumpers from the back of the wardrobe. All of which can mean only one thing: Winter is upon us. Yep, warm, sunny days are a distant memory (did they happen at all?) and tbh, we’re pretty excited to make the most of the cold - we’re talking hot chocolates, cozy blankets - the lot.  The downside? Winter brings with it a whole host of hair and beauty woes. Aside from the classic cold-weather-skin and rain-induced frizzy hair, there’s of course the inevitable issue of the…

November – the month of the moustache for many a brave chap (including three of our very own Treatwell-ers) who fancy tackling the challenge to raise money and awareness for men’s issues. Yep, that’s right. Get ready to see an inordinate amount of facial hair coming your way – all in the name of prostate and testicular cancer, suicide awareness, and mental health – very worthy causes, we think you’ll agree. For those new to the ‘tache though – it can be a challenge in itself to know where to start with your new look. Fear not – we’ve broken down a…

This month, three of our amazing Treatwell team are taking part in Movember – a fantastic charity that raises money for men’s issues, including prostate cancer, testicular cancer, suicide awareness, and men’s mental health issues. The rules? Start the month with a clean-shaven face, and grow a moustache for the whole of November. It’s pretty simple, but a great way to raise awareness for the charity, and for the vital causes that Movember supports. These issues face so many men, but there still exists a huge stigma around them, and a lot of men don’t feel comfortable talking about the…

Attention, animal print lovers: this one’s for you. We obsessed over them back in 2019 - but tortoiseshell nails are *officially* back, and they are without a doubt (in our eyes anyway) the nail art trend of the season. Tortoiseshell was an absolute staple for any 90s or 00s gal (and still is for anyone still obsessed with 90s and 00s fashion - ourselves very much included). We wore it on everything from our sunglasses to our claw clips - and we’re pretty much back to doing all of that in 2021. Now, though, we’re also adding it to our…

You’ve worked pretty hard on perfecting your designer stubble / well-groomed beard, but nostril and ear hair? Not so much. Thankfully there are ways to tackle those niggly little hairs that are too sparse or awkward to wax, and electrolysis is one of them.

You know when your feet really need a sprucing up. Like your own heels inflict pain if you catch ‘em against your other shin? We’ve all been there after a little while of sandal wearing, and given the soaring temps in London of late, I’ve been there for the last two months. I need a pedi, and I’m thinking of going dry. Yep, you’re no doubt used to dunking your tootsies in a bubbling bowl of warm, soapy water, but maybe not for long. Depending on your foot type – more on that later – a dry pedicure might be better for you. Let’s weigh…

Honestly, is there anyone who didn’t grow up wanting to be a mermaid? Maybe I’m weird, but I spent my childhood watching Aquamarine, practicing my mermaid swimming in the pool on hols, and secretly hoping I’d awkwardly transform into a mermaid whenever I did the dishes – (thanks, H2O Just Add Water, for my wildly unrealistic childhood expectations). Maybe that’s why everyone (myself very much included) is completely obsessed with the mermaid wave hair trend that’s been all over our Insta and TikTok feeds recently. #Mermaidwaves has over 7 million views on TikTok, and it’s absolutely fulfilling all of our childhood mermaid dreams. Mermaid waves…

Trends come and go, but a signature hairstyle can last forever. As in, with regular cuts. We’d go so far as to call these easy-to-maintain cuts ‘timeless’. Plus, as they’re low maintenance, you’ll basically look like you’ve just left the salon even if you’ve barely lifted a finger.

Rumour has it, the average person walks the equivalent of four times around the world in their lifetime. That’s a lot of strain on those feet folks, and enough reason to head for a pedicure. If you’re yet to try the treatment (what), you’re missing out on some serious pampering. A proper pedi can soothe, soften skin, and even help your posture – you’ll walk more comfortably on cared-for feet. If the thought of sliding out your sandals for an hour for some foot TLC makes you nervous, don’t be, this is a go-to guide of everything that goes down in…

No more debating if you’ve got the ‘face’ for a bob, we all do. It’s a low-maintenance haircut, ideal for hot weather, that comes ready-styled and works a treat with dry shampoo – yes. Though I’m more than au fait with haircut terminology (the hairdressers chair is my second home), asking for a ‘bob’ is just a starting point these days. It’s not a tricky world to navigate, but I’ll help you on your way. Thinking of going shorter? Do it. There’s 5 styles I’m loving right now. By Rachel Spedding

It’s nice to switch it up, and there’s no thrill quite like hair dyeing. Heading into the salon as one shade, and leaving with another – the excitement. Course, if you have natural afro hair, there’s some prep needed first: research, consultation, and finding your most comfortable outfit (because you’ll be sat in that salon chair for a while). There’ll be no sacrificing curl pattern, moisture or all-round hair health on our watch. Here’s what you should know before embracing the colouring process. By Rachel Spedding

Okay, I know, I know – auburn? For Autumn? Groundbreaking. We’ve seen it all before – the longing for autumnal auburn hair returns every time the leaves start to fall, and exquisite orange heads of hair seem to be popping up everywhere. (Just ask TikTok, where #gingerhair is currently trending with over 100 million views). And yet, I’m just as in love with it this year as I have been in years gone by. There’s something about gorgeous ginger locks (and converting to them) that just feels so right this time of year. I think it might have something to do with the falling crimson…

You’ve spent hours Googling the hair of your dreams (and finally decided to book something besides a ‘trim’). Don’t let that colour go easily. There are a few things you can do to make sure it lasts, even before you’ve taken to the salon chair. Think of this as the stuff your hairdresser wishes you knew – trade secrets, if you like. From shower tactics, to inspiration photos, these are our top four tips for longer-lasting colour. By Rachel Spedding

Just like a slick suit or your fave pair of trainers - a good hairstyle can make all the difference to your look. You probably already have your go-to cut and style down to a T - but the colour? That’s another question entirely.  A good dye-job can transform your hair, but the world of hair colouring can be a tricky one to navigate for those with little experience (and even those who have dabbled before).  If you’re not sure where to start, or if you want to get to grips with the ins and outs of colouring before taking…

Spooky season is officially here!! If you’re anything like us (read: obsessed with Halloween), then you’ve spent the past few weeks frantically searching for the perfect costume. We’ve already broken down our fave nail looks, as well as some killer makeup options – now it’s time to talk about hair. Okay, we know what you’re thinking – maybe you’re not totally up for changing your hair colour for just one night. We get it – whilst we’re so here for those hardcore Halloween fans who dare to adopt a whole new hair look solely for the big eve, that option just isn’t…

So, you’ve left your Halloween costume to the last minute, yet again. We’ve all been there. We know it’s all too easy to focus on the ‘party’ part of ‘fancy-dress party’ (after all, that’s what Halloween is really about, isn’t it?). Still, you don’t want to be *that* guy who shows up without a costume - cue: the inevitable last-minute costume panic.  Luckily, though, there’s inspo all around - and some of the best costume ideas can come from the pop culture icons that we know and love. From classic memes and trending series, to nostalgic movies and music legends…

Halloween is fast approaching, and if you’re not one for dressing up, you’re likely experiencing the inevitable pre-party dread that comes along with anything remotely costume-related. Don’t worry – you’re not alone. For every Halloween enthusiast who thrives off of elaborate costumes, and every last-minute procrastinator who seems to pull off an incredible outfit in the eleventh hour – there’s another, more understated kind of person who believes less is more – and that’s okay. If you can relate – then it might be time to consider what else you can do to get into the spirit of spooky season. Enter: ‘The…

Halloween is around the corner, and if you’re anything like me, you’ve spent the majority of October racking your brain (and your Instagram feed) for the perfect makeup *look* for the big night. And if, (also like me) you’re not exactly an expert with the ol’ brushes, it can be a bit of struggle to conjure up something that’s a) recognisable, b) easy to do, and c) still looks majorly cool. Plus, some of us just don’t fancy smothering our whole faces in paint à la Pennywise, and that’s okay. Luckily, this year’s biggest trend for Halloween costumes and *looks* seems to…

We love Halloween. Horror movie marathons, pumpkin carving, and crazy parties? Count us in. Honestly, though, the real star of spooky season (and all we’ve been thinking about for the past few weeks) is the perfect Halloween *look* - which of course isn’t complete without the perfect makeup, hair, and nails.   We know what you’re thinking. Whilst we’re obsessed with a good Halloween mani, spooky ghosts and adorable pumpkin-themed nails aren’t for everyone (no matter how cute they look). Fear not, though - if you’re not into the literal interpretation of Halloween nails, this doesn’t mean you (and your nails)…