It’s January. The decorations are packed away, the mulled wine is a distant memory, and the world feels... a little greyer. The resolutions? A mixed bag. Some might stick; others might not make it to February. But what if this year was less about big promises and more about small, sustainable changes? Instead of resolutions, let’s talk rituals. The kind that fit seamlessly … [Read more...] about New year, new rituals: Why a monthly massage is the reset you deserve
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Spring 2024 scoop: These are the top hair & beauty treatment trends to get you ready for what’s on in Ireland right now
Ready or not, here comes spring 2024. The winter layers are coming off. The all-star events are on, on, on. From wedding season to festival season. Big days out to big nights in. Spring brings more hair and beauty moments to step out (or chill out) in style, and we’re revealing the new-season scoop on what’s in for 2024. From the hottest wedding-worthy … [Read more...] about Spring 2024 scoop: These are the top hair & beauty treatment trends to get you ready for what’s on in Ireland right now
I tried Botox for the first time – here are 5 things I wish I’d known beforehand
1. Botox won’t make your wrinkles disappear completely As effective as Botox is at reducing lines, (and as beautiful as the results might be), the treatment won’t erase your wrinkles entirely. It’s for this reason that it is often advised as a preventative measure, rather than restorative. Botox prevents muscles from contracting, essentially making them relax and softening … [Read more...] about I tried Botox for the first time – here are 5 things I wish I’d known beforehand
Five reasons you should book yourself a massage
Relieve pressure on your joints Raise your hand if you spend your day hunched over a screen. It’s probably causing damage to your neck, shoulders and spine. “Regular massage reduces the risk of injury by keeping our bodies supple and improving our range of motion”, Paul, a therapist at Peace Star Therapy, explains, “a good massage will help your body to relax and relieve … [Read more...] about Five reasons you should book yourself a massage
How to prepare for your first waxing appointment back at the salon
What should I do if the hair is too long? Remember, your hair should be no less than a quarter of an inch long. If it’s too long, Sofia suggests giving it a trim, “make sure you leave about 1 cm of growth though, to make sure the wax can pick the hairs up”. If you’re not confident trimming it yourself (it can be trickier than you think), your therapist can do this for you … [Read more...] about How to prepare for your first waxing appointment back at the salon