Women would spend a fortune on their beauty and well-being if they only could. Maybe this is true! A survey run by beauty app Pamperbook reveals how much women in the UK spend on average every month.

Taking care of our skin every day should not be overcomplicated. Straightforward and natural, this is what L'abu Skin thinks about skincare.

We are all experiencing drier skin right now thanks to the perfect storm of central heating, cold weather and more layers of clothing.

Scrolling through Instagram can be a double-edged sword. On the one hand, we see dazzling images which interest, inspire, and intrigue us. On the other, we can quickly become disheartened by the seemingly perfect images of our friends, family, and colleagues, not to mention the images from celebrities which we pour over.

Scrolling through Instagram can be a double-edged sword. On the one hand, we see dazzling images which interest, inspire, and intrigue us. On the other, we can quickly become disheartened by the seemingly perfect images of our friends, family, and colleagues, not to mention the images from celebrities which we pour over.

Scrolling through Instagram can be a double-edged sword. On the one hand, we see dazzling images which interest, inspire, and intrigue us. On the other, we can quickly become disheartened by the seemingly perfect images of our friends, family, and colleagues, not to mention the images from celebrities which we pour over.

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We’re all ready for a holiday escape, right? When it comes to your mindset and the level of stress that everyday life tends to impose on you, you can probably land immediately into a luxurious beach chair with a mojito in your hand. You don’t really need to prep for that, you’ve been bracing yourself for that very moment of bliss for months now! However, when it comes to your skin, your nails, and your lovely locks, you could do them a favor by taking a few days to get ready for that upcoming lounging.

Now, before you say that all it takes is a single afternoon to achieve all of your holiday beauty goals, give this guide a chance. After all, you don’t want to find yourself rushing to get your nails done, get a decent haircut, and to get rid of all that unwanted hair – all the hassle might cause you to forget a crucial part of your prep! This way, you can start your holiday in style: cool and relaxed, and above all, stunning!

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Spring has sprung. It is time for a well-known spring cleaning. As well as your flat, you also deserve a makeover. Every woman should treat herself with a couple of indulging treatments in order to get ready for the summer. Let’s check out some of the most popular cosmetic treatments that you should try this year.

Lip Threading


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Various alternatives to traditional treatments have emerged. That is also the case with lip fillers. Lip Threading is a brand new way to make your lips look plump. It is a new procedure where threads, composed of poly-L-lactic acid, or PLLA, a biocompatible synthetic substance, are placed into the lip to stimulate collagen production. Both the shape and the size of the lip are changed. This is different from traditional lip fillers, where hyaluronic acid is injected. Unfortunately, lip threading is said to be more uncomfortable.

So, why do women like it? Well, the trend of looking as if you are not wearing much or any makeup is continuing in 2019 and threaded lips look more natural than lips with fillers. Nothing fake is added here, it is just an improvement to your lips. 

Microblading

As it is said above, the “no makeup-makeup” trend dominates in 2019. When it comes to permanent makeup trends, microblading is more popular than ever. It will give your eyebrows flawless look and shape. In addition, your brows won’t come off after swimming or sweating. Your brows will look perfect even at the beach!

Microblading is a treatment that imitates hair strokes, thus making your brows look feathery and full. You no longer have to waste time on filling those gaps with a brow pencil or mascara and make your brows visible and thick. This procedure is neither complicated nor painful. However, be careful when you choose your microblading artist. Make sure your artist has completed reputable microblading training and gained a certificate and a license. Also, you want someone who is experienced and has a lot of recommendation.

Mesotherapy


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Mesotherapy has been here for quite some time. It seems like women will not give it up in 2019. Why would they? This procedure that involves the injection of a mixture of vitamins, enzymes, hormones and plant extracts has given great results in skin rejuvenating. It will iron your face, making it soft and clean.

Mesotherapy can be used for other body parts as well. Also, a no-needle mesotherapy is becoming more popular, thus making this procedure more approachable to those who are afraid of needles.

Non-surgical Nose Job

Non-surgical operations are more and more popular. A nose job done without an actual surgery is a new trend. It is also known as liquid rhinoplasty and includes the injection of hyaluronic acid. The nose is shaped to look more attractive and the small imperfections are hidden. It lasts one to two years, after which a touchup is required. However, it is easily reversed if you are not satisfied with the results. Another perk is that it is much faster and less painful than the traditional nose job.

Even though it does not include an actual surgery, a liquid rhinoplasty carries some risks. Therefore, you need to be cautious and choose a licensed esthetician do perform the procedure. Otherwise, some complications might come up.

Body Contouring


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You have to start preparing your beach body on time. Hitting the gym or going for a run will definitely give the best results. Also, cut down on sweets and watch what you eat. However, cellulite is very persistent and it takes a lot to get rid of it. It seems like nothing eliminates it completely. Fortunately, there are treatments to reduce the amount of it.

Body contouring is also a non-surgical procedure. There are different ways of fat reduction. Basically, fat cells are targeted and destroyed and the certain body part is reshaped. It can be done in different ways such as laser energy, controlled heating and ultrasound technology, injectable deoxycholic acid or freezing temperatures to target and destroy fat cells. This is an excellent treatment that will help you get an attractive bikini body. 

With the cold winter months fast approaching, it can sometimes be difficult getting into the swing of things, particularly when it comes to our beauty regime.

After a long summer of a light dusting of bronzer and a dab of liquid glow, it’s now time to aid our winter beauty needs to have us looking and feeling the best during the festive season.

Skincare


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The harshness of the cold weather can cause many adverse implications for our skin such as dehydration, breakouts and redness. It is important to consider that no skin is the same so treating it accordingly is key.

Although it is a common conception that oiliness only occurs in the hot summer months, this is not true. Oiliness can actually occur more during the colder months due to the body producing excessive oils to keep the skin hydrated naturally. This means that investing in a good oil balancing cleanser is essential in order to reduce shine and ensure that your makeup stays on all day.

Cetaphil Daily Facial Cleanser is perfect for those with Oily skin during the winter months, but also great for those who are spot-prone. Use this cleanser at night for best results as it removes excess oil, dirt and makeup leaving your skin feeling squeaky clean!

Alternatively, if you are someone that suffers from dryness as a result of the cold temperatures, then the Clinque Moisture Surge would be the perfect investment for you. This moisturiser works non-stop for 72 hours for immediate and long-term hydration.

What is great about this moisturiser is that it is a light, gel-cream that is quickly absorbed meaning it doesn’t make your makeup slide like most heavy moisturisers do.

Sparkle And Shine


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Your makeup is just as important as your outfit, particularly during the Christmas season. Christmas really wouldn’t be Christmas without some face glitter to create the ultimate festive eye. Whether you are going on a Christmas night out with work or for festive drinks with friends, or on a works Christmas night out, there is no need to hold back on the sparkle.

If you want a more subtle glitter makeup look, why not try a dramatic smokey eye using a blend of black and brown shadows, then apply a touch of glitter to the inner corner to add a pop of sparkle as well as elongating the eye shape.

Or if you want to go all out, create a cut crease using a thick concealer and then generously pat glitter onto the eyelid using a flat brush. Make sure you apply glitter glue prior to glitter application for a long-lasting sparkle.

If you are feeling extra daring this year, be sure to try a sprinkle of green or red glitter for even more of a festive look.

Bronzed Goddess

After a summer of having a natural glowing tan, the thought of having to go back to the fake tan mitt once a week is miserable. So how do we keep up our summer glow whilst avoiding the streaks of fake tan?

Palmer’s Cocoa Butter Natural Bronze Body Lotion.

This genuinely is a worthwhile investment that can be used all year round. The creamy, moisturising lotion is perfect for keeping your skin beautiful and soft, whilst adding a healthy bronze colour to it for a natural looking glow, perfect during the winter months. You can gradually build a soft tan within a few days whilst deeply nourishing the skin. It also smells of chocolatey deliciousness, leaving you smelling good enough to eat!

Luscious Lips


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We all know the feeling of chapped and cracked lips that come during the colder months where it feels like nothing will make them feel moist again. It is so important to invest in a balm that will actually work.

Tip: Although Vaseline is used worldwide, it is actually just like applying a thick layer of oil on top of the lip which your pores are unable to absorb. So, while it may feel moisturising, it is in fact, doing absolutely nothing apart from clogging the pores which, if used on the skin, can cause spots. It is also extremely greasy and if worn in the sun will fry your lips like oil in a chip pan.

Nuxe Reve de Miel Lip Balm contains honey and other quality oils that that protect your lips as well as repair damage. For intense action, you can use as a lip mask by applying a thick layer to the lips before bed which will repair the lips during the night then top up in the morning to hydrate for the day.

A dark lip is the perfect way to make a seasonal statement. No Christmas makeup look would be complete without a deep red lip. If you don’t fancy doing a dramatic eye, then a dark lip is the perfect alternative. Although red is the most popular, why not try a deep plum for a super beautiful autumnal look.

MAC have a huge variety of lipsticks ranging from nudes to daring darks. They also come in three different formulas (matte, satin and creamy) to suit your style and preference. This is also great if you have dry lips, as the creamy lipstick will not dry them out further.

Hair

We can often forget about the importance of the health of our hair focusing on just our skin. With the essential expenses of Christmas presents and good skin care, the though of spending more money on hair care is understandably off-putting. No need to worry, you can make a DIY hair treatment that will work just as well.

Try a mixture of avocado and coconut oil for silky smooth hair and extra shine. The avocado contains oils and proteins that will smooth the hair and create shine, and the coconut oil is great for penetrating deep into the hair shaft for intense moisturization.

Heat the coconut oil in the microwave untill it melts into a pouring liquid. Stir in crushed avocado to create a paste and then work into the roots, through to the ends. Leave in for a few hours or overnight for extra intensity.

This treatment is sure to protect your hair from the dry winter winds.

Miranda Kerr once famously said that - a rose can never be a sunflower and a sunflower can never be a rose. All flowers are beautiful in their own way, and that's like women too.

The beauty of a woman is compared to a flower beautifully. It says that as each and every flower is distinctly pretty, so does each woman!

Everyone has their signature qualities which makes them unique. To celebrate the essence and spirit of a woman, Women's Day is celebrated and a flower for Women's Day would be the best gift. Because a flower is the only object in this whole world which does justice in explaining the beauty of a woman.

Not only as an object of beauty but, there are many more qualities in a flower. All the ravishing women can use these following flowers and enhance their beauty overnight.

1. Jasmine

The intensely strong fragrance of jasmine flowers reminds us of many memories. This flower can be used to prepare tea which releases depression or anxiety. You can soak these flowers in water and take a bath or use jasmine oil after your bath to feel rejuvenated.

If you keep jasmine flower plant in your lawn or garden, there would be no insomnia or sleeping disorder! If you have a dry skin or suffering from wrinkles, you can crush a few jasmine petals (after washing gently) and mix with a few drops of coconut oil and apply this pack on your face. You would glow in a few weeks if you apply it regularly.

2. Marigold

This is perhaps the most widely noticed flower all over India. The yellow to orange colored flowers are attractive and bright. They have been cultivated over the years for many usages. Some beneficial medicinal oils are made from this flower.

Although this is not a soothingly fragrant flower but other qualities of this flower make it a great gift. You can brew three spoons of marigold petals in a vessel for 15 minutes and wash your face with this water daily if you want it to be acne and spot-free.

3. Rose

Quintessentially, a rose is the queen of the garden. You can gift a rose flower plant or a bouquet of roses to the charming ladies in your life. In case you want glowing lips like a red rose, you can use crushed rose petals with a few drops of honey which is a superb natural lip balm. The natural color of your lip would become pinkish red and that would make your appearance more attractive.

To tone your skin or to mitigate the harsh rays of the sun, you can take a half spoon of rosewater and half spoon of glycerin and keep this pack overnight. Wouldn't it be a great idea if you get a bouquet of roses and wish a Happy Women's Day along this vital information to the lady luck?

4. Hibiscus

For a glowing skin and smooth hair, there is no competition to hibiscus. It represents delicate beauty, unity, and peace. In many Asian countries, this flower is mainly used to worship deities. You also must remember our biology classes and dissection of a hibiscus flower.

Well, this is an extremely amazing option when you want to replenish your skin and hair. Hibiscus oil and shampoo are easily available in the market that is targeted for women population. The ageing women population also love this flower for its anti-ageing properties.

5. Lavender

This flower represents refinement, grace, and elegance. Lavender holds a sacred place in nature and the amazing look of this flower is something to be cherished for sure. This flower has good quantities of Vitamins and thus it is a lovely option to enhance the beauty of skin and hair. The anti-bacterial properties of lavender help in fighting acne problems. Lavender oil has been discovered as a wonderful aroma oil.

When you are very tensed and everything around you seems to be confusing, just have a bath with a few drops of lavender oil in water. Things would take its own time to normalize but this would help you remain calm in this kind of tricky situations. Get a bouquet of lavender as a special women's day flower for your lady luck.

Apart from these flowers, there are other flowers also like Chamomile, Carnation, or Tuberose that works wonder for a woman's skin. Thus, if you truly want a careful gift for the lovely ladies, you can get Women's Day flowers and share these trivia with them.

Written by Sophie Addison