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Purple reign

Purple comes in a huge spectrum of hues, and this year is evident in fashion, health and wellness trends. The colour “Digital lavender” has officially been named by American trend forecasting website WSGN—along with its sister company Coloro—as 2023’s colour of the year, trending big for spring the world over. Prominent in international […]

From ordinary to extraordinary: Holistic Hair

From dandruff to hair loss, we’ve all experienced the occasional scalp or hair woe, including colour fade. That’s where New Zealand company Holistic Hair is making its mark. Over the last few years, the brand has emerged as a pioneer in harnessing trichology and focusing on the science of the scalp to transform […]

Slow-down reconnect and relax: Lotus Day Spa

Imagine escaping the hustle and bustle of everyday life, finding those magical moments – opportunities to find a sense of tranquillity and balance that often elude us. There’s an all-important relationship between mind and body that deserves attention and nurturing. Lotus Day Spa has a compelling X factor that sets it apart thanks […]

Locally crafted skin care: Phi Cosmeceutical

In the heart of Christchurch lies a hidden gem in the world of skin care, a boutique brand that has captured the attention of beauty enthusiasts and professionals alike. Born from a passion for quality and effectiveness, Phi Cosmeceutical has become a symbol of excellence in the skin care industry, thanks to its […]

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A Collaborative Exhibition

‘Presence’ is a collaborative exhibition by artists Sam Barrow and Aimee Shields, showing at Windsor Gallery, 386 St Asaph Street (gallery has a frontage carpark), from 5 July to 18 July and then by appointment only at the artist’s space at 888 Governors Bay Road (please walk in) from 27 July to […]

Crushing on Vitamin C

Vitamin C’s the hottest thing to hit skincare since sliced bread. We’ve got a big dose of everything you need to know about this antioxidant and why we’re crushing on it right now.     As the new ‘it’ ingredient in skincare, Vitamin C has been adding muscle to our beauty regime […]