Head-turning tresses: Kudos Hairdressers
With summer now behind us, it’s time to give tired tresses a zingy make-over and stride into autumn looking nothing less than sensational. The jaw-length bob and the long wavy tousled look is still all the rage, in colours that celebrate the season, such as copper, rustic brown, spiciest cinnamon red and warm, […]
Saving face: Lovebite
One of the first things you notice about someone is their smile. Being a focal point of the face, it draws many an eye. That’s why for a lot of people losing confidence in their grin, the move to dentures is a saving grace, or more appropriately, saving face. Metropol catches up with […]
Love yourself better: Me Time Wellness
Looking and feeling your best for a big occasion requires preparation. Even the genetically blessed amongst us can feel a little bloated and stiff, out of sorts, or with a nagging feeling of needing more balance. Taking some time and adding the correct type of therapies can work wonders, leading to feeling lighter […]
A new beauty boss in town: Lovoir Beauty
Whether you’re wanting to relax and unwind with a massage, looking to improve your skin health or just needing a pick-me-up, The Crossing has a new beauty boss in town who is the skin and body expert we all need. With a new location in the Central City, the benefits of beauty have […]
A beauty destination: Canterbury Clinic
Fifty minutes from Christchurch, in the charming town of Oxford, is an appearance clinic that since opening in October 2021 is already known as a destination clinic. The reason for its increasing popularity is that it focuses on giving clients time, care, kindness and service. Canterbury Clinic is described by clients as being […]
Caring for dry skin
Dry skin can be treated, and as with many problems, prevention is often better than having to seek a cure. If you have dry skin, wash once a day with a cream cleanser and then use a soothing serum, followed by a moisturising cream. If your skin peels a lot, try a microdermabrasion […]
Bold and beautiful
A fresh swatch of colour on your lips is often the finishing touch to a showstopping ensemble. Going bright and bold in the lipstick department is brave, but once you are comfortable wearing beautiful pops of colour you will fall in love with the confidence boost it can give you. Lipstick can be […]
The gentle way to lift: Skin Rejuvenation Clinic
Ultherapy remains the gold standard for non-invasive face lifting. It is the only FDA-cleared non-invasive ultrasound skin lifting treatment for the brow, under the chin, jaw-line and neck that helps to replace collagen and give sagging skin a lift. Not all face sculpting treatments are created equal, and in determining the right face […]
Skin solutions
Your skin is your body’s largest organ, and it is not immune to stress. Signs of stressed skin include redness, inflamed skin, severe dryness, dehydrated skin, irritation and itchiness, stinging or burning sensations when applying products, increased breakouts, and overall dullness to the complexion. Here are some tips from Metropol to nourish and […]
Secrets to skincare
The beauty industry is booming, and full of an overwhelming amount of advice and claims on how to achieve flawless, smooth and wrinkle-free skin. Educating yourself on what ingredients, products and techniques work for your skin is the very best tool you can have. Here are a few to consider. Vitamin C The […]
