Beauty Bus

Generally the higher the concentration of a fragrance the more intense the fruity, spicy and wood notes, however the lower the concentration pays more emphasis on the floral notes.

Coco Mademoiselle have introduced a lower concentrated version of their original scent in the shape of an Eau De Toilette that has been created with a younger clientele in mind. It is a slightly simplified version of the original. Personally I find it a little incomplete.

The Chanel Coco Mademoiselle eau de toilette fragrance houses a variety of elements, including Sicilian Orange and Calabrian Bergamot which make up the top notes.  Middle notes include Oriental Jasmine and Morning rose and the base notes are a combination of Indonesian Patchouli, Haitian Vetiver, Vanilla from Réunion and White Musk.

The fragrance offers a scent that is fresh with an oriental edge, the character of this fragrance is both charming and sexy with a hint of masculinity.  This makes it a less complex scent than previous scents in the Chanel collection.  

Coco Mademoiselle begins as an extremely fresh fragrance with added citrus notes. The warmer notes become present after a few minutes of application.   

The vanilla and patchouli elements housed in the fragrance create earthy and natural notes.  The citrus elements create an instant edge, making it the perfect summer fragrance and one that offers an interesting composition, with the base notes easily lasting up to 24 hours.  

The Chanel Coco Madamoiselle fragrance comes in several versions including the Pure perfume, which is priced at £66.56 for a size of 7.5 ml.  The Eau de Parfum, which for 100ml will cost you £72.43; this also comes in a 50ml size which is priced at £52.85 and a 35ml size which can be obtained for a price of £39.  The 100ml Eau de Toilette costs a total of £61.66 and also comes in a 50ml size at £42.09.

The pure perfume and the 100ml and 50ml sizes of the Eau De Parfum are both housed in the infamous Chanel bottle.  The 35ml EDP however is contained in a subtle rectangular shaped bottle.

Both the EDP and the EDT are available as refillable purse-sprays and the collection also provides a range of body products.

Burberry is a label renowned for their uber stylish and extremely British styled clothing and also for using famous models such as the likes of Kate Moss for their advertising campaigns.  As well as their impressive collection of clothing, the brand also house a range of perfumes, some of which include  Burberry Weekend, Burberry Brit, Burberry London, Burberry Baby Touch and Burberry Touch.

The Packaging is traditionally Burberry in style and offers the labels’ infamous check design, the bottle comes in a beige box and the bottle itself is clear, which enables the user to see how much fragrance they have left.  The lid appears like it has been created in a wood like material and comes in a v shape.  The bottle has the Burberry logo embossed across the front in black type, with a smaller logo appearing below which reads ‘Touch for women’.

The Price of the Burrberry Touch fragrance is about £25 – £30 and this is for a 100ml sized bottle, the scent however stays on the skin for hours so there is no need to keep applying the formula.  

The perfume has great staying power and boasts to last all day.  The fragrance houses an array of ingredients in order to create a mysterious aroma with an oriental edge; these include cassis, dewberry, jasmine, vanilla, orange and cedar.  The perfume itself appears quite musky.

This is an ideal scent for those who wish to own a fragrance with a little more edge rather than being over girly, it is the perfect aroma for an evening out.

Ralph Lauren Aftershave.

The fragrance offers a masculine blend of tobacco, wood and leather, which is combined with the refreshing scent of radiant herbal notes. The classic men’s fragrance was originally created in 1978 and became extremely popular due to its clean citrus aroma. The scent offers top notes of basil, juniper and cumin and middle notes include thyme, pine and carnation and the base elements are amber, patchouli and moss.

The fragrance comes in an attractive glass deep green bottle with the famous logo in gold housed on the front, making it an asset to any dressing table. This is the perfect gift for either your brother, boyfriend or father.

The Rose Petal Bath & Shower Cream from the lavish bath company Rose & Co has introduced a moorish bubble bath and shower cream packed with the pure essential oil of roses.

For best results and a relaxing and intense bubble bath experience, pour a little of the Rose Petal formula into a running bath or alternatively use in the shower with a deluxe natural sea sponge.

The Rose Petal Bath & Shower Cream is both mild and gentle on the skin and offers a subtle yet natural fragrance; this is therefore an ideal investment for those with sensitive skin. The sweet smelling formula will not rid the skin of much needed moisture but will also work to both calm and relax the senses with its low key scent.

This product will look perfect in any bathroom as it now comes in a beautiful packaging, with the formula housed in a pretty pink box featuring an illustration of the “naughty” French flapper girls.

The Rose & Co Rose Petal Bath & Shower Crème is priced at an amount of just £8 and is the perfect gift for either yourself or someone special. The product once opened reveals a freestanding glass style bottle with an easy to use twist off cap and comes in a size of 225ml. This indulgent product will help you unwind after a long stressful day whilst moisturising and rejuvenating your skin.

News of a new and innovative beauty cream has recently hit the fashion world and has undergone a reported twenty years of research. This exciting new product goes under the name of Cliniques New Repairwear Laser Focus Wrinkle and UV Damage Corrector and boasts some very promising results.

The formula consists of a potent serum that works to combat the signs of fines lie, sun damage and deep wrinkles, these skin disorders are increasingly being treated using the extreme process of lasers, however this process can be both daunting and holds a very hefty pricetag.

The good news is you now don’t have to go to such extremes to achieve a flawless complexion with the introduction of Cliniques new and innovative crème formula. The Repairwear Laser Focus houses an array of ingredients that are renowned for both lightening pigmentation and protecting cell structure. This particular product claims to achieve results that are 63% as effective as laser surgery.

For best results the crème should be applied to the skin twice daily. The vitamin c and e packed product is priced at £35 and is available to purchase from any major retailers stocking the Clinique brand from the 6th August.

The skincare product StriVectin was originally created to target stretch marks by regenerating the skin’s healing process, the product is also just as effective in fighting the signs of fine lines and wrinkles. It is able to achieve such results through a combination complex of skin firming agents, elasticisers and skin hydrators. All of these elements result in the appearance of both velvety and firmer skin on the face and body.

The Strivectin range has an array of products on offer including the StriVectin Eye Cream, which contains the same active compounds as did the original StriVectin formula, but none of the aromatic components. It is packed with soothing agents to which work to care for the delicate skin around the eye area. The results boast to combat both fine lines and unsightly dark circles.

Another product featured in the StriVectin range is the Hand Exfoliant. This particular formula has been developed using thermo-active ingredients, which work to develop the innovative structure of the skin on the hands. This is made possible through removing dead skin cells and in turn improving the appearance of surface tautness and precision, whilst injecting the skin with moisture and in turn improving the elasticity.

The StriVectin Hand Kit is another addition to the range and consists of a Self Heating Nano Exfoliant and an Ultra Concentrate. This particular product works to reduce the appearance of unsightly spidery veins and instead adds hydration in order to restore a youthful appearance, structure and firmness. This kit works to notably improve the signs of age spots and skin discolorations.

N.V.Perricone is a brand that has been created by the dermatologist Dr. Nicholas Perricone. This particular skincare product boasts to offer consumers a hassle free and clear-cut yet extremely well-investigated formula.

The new and innovative range has been given the name the Neuropeptide collection and is entirely based on neuropeptides. Neuropeptides are in fact miniscule strings of amino acids that in turn supply a connection between the brain and the action of nerves in the skin. Dr. Perricone has given this concept the nickname ‘Brain-Beauty Connection’.

These neuropeptides occur naturally within everyone and have a huge effect on both the skin and body’s structure; however they do tend to weaken over the years. Reintroducing them to our bodies in turn re-kindles the body’s own repair system. This will act to retain youthful skin as well as slow the signs of premature ageing

Unlike some skincare and anti-ageing products, this is a long term solution as appose to a temporary fix.

The Neuropeptide collection consists of a range of five skin friendly products. These five products include the Neuropeptide Facial Conformer, which is priced at a total of £445. This particular product is the best seller in the range, possibly because it boasts to reduce the appearance of fine lines, whilst also improving the skins radiance and elasticity, as well as reducing puffiness, tiny veins and any unsightly under-eye circles.

Catching the rays sunbathing, applying drying fake tan products and the theatrical changes in weather are all factors which can cause unsightly dead skin cells, especially with this freak weather we are experiencing! One day the central heating is on full blast and the next day the air conditioning is set to just below freezing point. This certainly doesn’t help our complexion and often has the effect of making the skin appear both slightly lack-lustre and in need of some extra TLC.

It’s the perfect time of year to update your daily skin routine, with summer here and many of us planning holidays abroad you will want to look smooth and flake-free in appearance. Booking in for weekly skincare treatments are certainly is one way to make a noticeable difference to both your skin and complexion.

If you are tired of scrubbing and exfoliating, why not opt for a safe, skin friendly and rejuvenating peel. The good news is you don’t even need to leave the comfort of your own home to perform such a procedure and all can be carried out in just a few minutes.

One recommended product is the Clinique Turnaround Radiance Peel, which is priced at £35. This potent exfoliator offers the same results as a glycolic peel, however without the discomfort. Results reveal both a luminous and even-toned complexion.

Another must-have product is the Rodial Glamtox Peel. At £70 this has been described as a seriously satisfying treatment peel, which you remove with your fingertips. This peel boasts to relax facial muscles, reduce fine lines and illuminate the skins complexion.

Bliss Peeling Groovy Facial Serum can be purchased for a total of £46 and is gentle enough on the complexion to use both morning and night. The serum perfects the skins texture, reduces the appearance of pores and lightens discolorations such as age spots and any visible pimples.

Cleansing is certainly a necessity, especially if you wish to keep that glowing clear complexion. However there are certain situations when it can be a little difficult to complete your usually full skin cleansing routine. One such situation is whilst living it up on a campsite, with only a small compact mirror to work with and endless ques for the few bathrooms, cleansing and toning is almost an impossible task to complete. This is why the cosmetics brand Witch have come up with a saviour product and one that is a must-have for holidays, weekends away, camping and of course festivals.

Wipe away all that dust, mud and sweat in a simple motion with Witch’s Naturally Clear Cleansing and Toning Wipes. They will leave your skin feeling both cleansed and refreshed whilst working to combat the signs of blemishs and unsightly pimples and spots. The clever formula contained in each cleansing and toning wipe comes in the shape of an anti-bacterial witch hazel extract and cleanses the pores deep down in order to remove any trapped dirt that causes such skin disorders.

Each wipe will also remove the days festival make up, so you appear fresh faced and ready to party again the very next day. The Witch Cleansing and Toning Wipes are priced at just £2.99 and come in a re-sealable pouch that will prevent the wipes from drying up. Each pack contains a total of 25 wipes and they don’t require water to remove both grime and relieve blocked pores.

Festivals are all about the outdoors, a lot of partying, a little sleep and no showers! Despite all the fun you may have at the time, such an environment can often make you feel a little under the weather and fighting a batch of festival flu.

One hot new product that boasts to combat any signs of festival flu goes under the name of Glaceau Vitamin water and works to boost your immune system. For best results you should aim to drink at least a total of one litre of water a day in order to stay hydrated and on form. Glaceau Vitamin water is priced at only £1.25 a bottle so promises not to break the bank, it also comes in an array of enticing flavours so there’s a vitamin water to suit all.

Another way to combat the signs of festival flu includes eating regularly as this will keep those energy levels high. Instead of splashing out on burgers, greasy hotdogs and chips, save your money and your immune system by stocking up on dried fruits, healthy nuts and cereal bars. Many stores sell these items in handy snack sizes making them the perfect pieces to throw in your handbag.

Keep your tummy healthy by preparing in advance for the festival season. The health brand Multibionta has introduced a set of Immune Support Probiotic Multivitamins. These can be picked up from many health stores and sixty tablets can be purchased for a price of £12.84 and boast to keep your tummy feeling well and balanced for days.