Hair today, gone tomorrow
Laser hair removal is a pretty smooth way to sail hair-free through summer. Who doesn’t wish for silky smooth skin every single day without having to worry about regrowth ever again? Technology and science have come a long way and the process is generally a fast, safe, painless and permanent […]
From bathroom to spa
With a little imagination, bathrooms and ensuites can elevate to spa-resort status. We look at how to create a spa holiday experience without leaving home. The fluffy towel treatment Invest in the softest, oversized white spa-towels and a basket of rolled-up flannels. A plush new bath mat, the kind to […]
Dentists with a Difference
Fast becoming leaders in their field, we asked Christchurch Boutique Dental why they stand out from the rest. What’s your point of difference? We do everything in-house. From general dentistry to complex procedures, such as implant surgery, complex root canals, cosmetic gum surgery, Botox and fillers. Procedures are done under […]
Love is in the air
“There is simply the rose; it is perfect in every moment of its existence,” so wrote Ralph Waldo Emerson in the 19th century, and perhaps this pithy but somewhat profound statement encapsulates best why the rose has, for centuries, symbolised love and is the flower most given on Valentine’s Day. […]
New Year, Better Skin with Microneedling
Make 2020 your year of Skin Fitness! It’s hard to believe it’s a new decade, which makes us all feel a little older. While some of us love to embrace aging, there’s no harm in wanting skin that looks a bit younger and plumper. If you’re after a less invasive […]
Get your glow on
We’re heading into a new working year – it’s time to refresh, rejuvenate and replenish before we’re dragged back to the daily grind. How about a facial massage for a healthy glow? We explore the benefits. Just like the rest of your body, facial muscles (all 43 of them!) require exercise […]
Botanical beauty
Nature is undeniably beautiful. Therefore, adorning ourselves in leafy glade renditions or the magical mystique of a lush green forest reflects our free-spirited feminine wiles. Karen Walker has her own take on the botanical twist. Her ‘Runaway Girl’ pendant has turned woodland nymph, now dangling an adorable oversized acorn as […]
The eyes have it
Right now, it seems as if everyone in the beauty community is releasing an eyeshadow palette. It’s currently on trend to stand out from the crowd and there’s some amazing palettes on the market that can help you do just that. Bright and bold colours have been all the rage […]
Lip service
We’re not just paying lip service – we’ve got the lowdown on the hottest lipstick trends for 2020. Punk pout As seen on the Max Mara SS20 runway, dark, bold lippies are making their mark amongst the other lipstick trends of 2020. Swipe on a moody oxblood red or dark […]
Summer safety for pets
The team at Ourvets love the holiday season as much as everybody else, but between the fun and frolics, family pets sometimes get overlooked, so here’s some tips to keep them happy and healthy over the holidays While we are filling up on holiday goodies, we all want to give […]
