Stretch it out
Meghan Markle does it, Vogue has given it the tick of approval and now #faceyoga is gaining millions of views on TikTok. So, is this a beauty habit you should be implementing into your routine? Face yoga uses special facial exercises, stretches and massage techniques to apparently give your facial […]
Walk on the Wildflower side: Wildflower Botanicals
With over 30 years in her industry, qualified herbalist and nutritional health coach Megan Sheppard knows what she’s doing when it comes to giving your body what it needs. Metropol sits down with the queen of clean ingredients to hear about her natural health empire, Wildflower Botanicals. THE PRODUCTS “We […]
Get glowing: Transforming Clinic
A celebrity favourite, Fotona Laser treatments help freshen and tighten skin by stimulating collagen and elastin. A sought-out option at Christchurch’s Transform Clinic, the facials can reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles and improve tone and texture. Clinic owner Jenny Little says Fotona Laser treatments can be used […]
Pointe of difference: On Pointe
Down-to-earth mums and qualified instructors, Lyndal Woodham and Katrina Buchanan, are proud co-owners of On Pointe, a boutique fitness studio that focuses on your health and wellbeing and specialises in Bootybarre , Pilates and yoga. Metropol sat down with the girls to hear more about the barre and wellness studio. ON […]
Health and wellbeing that lasts: Unichem Cashel
Wondering how to achieve health and wellbeing that lasts? Want to do this naturally, without processed foods, meal replacements or fad diets? Taste Success at Unichem Cashel Pharmacy is a holistic approach to health and wellbeing that celebrates simple, fresh and easy meals which taste delicious! You won’t find processed […]
A palatable autumn
The leaves are almost turning, and we are absolutely falling (get it?) for a new autumnal colour palette destined straight for our wardrobes. Classic shades of orange and emerald green are coming through in new collections from designers around the world, but it is bright shades of yellow which seems […]
Back to work
Just because the holidays have come to an end, doesn’t mean getting dressed should be any less fun. Here are Metropol’s picks of pieces to help build a work wardrobe you’ll be excited to get out of bed for – and that will take you from season to season. […]
Put your best face forward in 2021: Face Value
Many find the annual ritual of resolution setting can turn out to be a yearly disappointment. We begin with best of intentions, but life carries on and we fall back into old ways. It need not be that way with a little forward planning, especially when it comes to your skin. […]
Summer ’do: Kudos Hairdressing
The Christmas and New Year holiday was most likely a much needed and well-deserved break. While you may have enjoyed those beautiful summer days soaking up those rays…your hair may not have. Haircare experts say that sun damage is just as detrimental as applying bleach, and as with bleach, the […]
Ooh la spa: Champs-Elysées
Valentine’s Day is right around the corner, and if the day of love slipped your mind or you want to add a bit more wow factor to your chocolates or roses – make Champs-Elysées day spa your romantic destination of choice. “We have couples’ massages that are an absolute favourite […]
