Body & beauty

Natural beauty: tried and tested treatments and products

The strangest ingredient to put in your hair and how to rejuvenate lacklustre skin

TREATMENT OF THE MONTH

Espa Aromatherapy Massage

WHAT HAPPENS:

This deeply indulgent treatment incorporates deep body massage techniques on vital energy points using a blend of essential oils to suit your individual requirements. Choosef rom detoxifying, destressing, energising,muscle-soothing or immune-boosting. It’s a gorgeous holistic experience which brings harmony to both mind and body.

OUR VERDICT:

An Espa spa is always a treat – the Zen-style décor, beautiful products and skilled therapists are a winning combination – and our visit to top cosmetic surgeon Dr Mario Russo’s chic Canary Wharf establishment was no different. What’s more, you not only get a thorough massage but a mini-facial and hair treatment are thrown in for good measure. Pure heaven!

TESTER: Emma Van Hinsbergh

COST AND DETAILS: £90 for 60 minutes at the Rejuvenation Clinic and Medispa in London. For details go to therejuvenationclinic.co.uk or call 0870243 2230.

To find an ESPA clinic near you call 01252 352230

Bharti says..

“To firm your skin, use two heaped teaspoons of chickpea flour and half a teaspoon of honey with two teaspoons of water.Apply all over the fac eand neck and leave it on for 15 minutes. When removing it,dampen a cottonwool ball and wipe gently”

Celeb salon

Kate Moss is one of the most high-profile party girls. So, how does she manage to look as fresh as a daisy when snapped after a night out?Apparently she has a soft spot for Dermalogica’s Overnight Clearing Gel, £28.90, which is designed to help clear congestion as you sleep.

Watch out for possible allergens in your perfumes as they could trigger eczema and dermatitis

Beauty wish list

STEAL

BiOrganics Salon Secret Elixir Hair perfecting Oil, £12.99 Use once a week after you conditionfor luscious locks Kate Middletonwould envy!

SPREE

Jardins D’Eden Detox Dead Sea Bath Soak, £16 This gorgeous range is new to Harrods and we’re in love! We’re particularly impressed with these bath salts.

SPLURGE

Dr Hauschka Moisturising Mask, £36.95 Whack this on once a week and your skin will glow beautifully despite the harsh winter weather.

BEAUTY NOTES

Leading cosmetic dermatologist Dr Sam Brunning specialises in anti-ageing treatments.Here she gives her opinion on all things beauty…

Of late, I have been mesmerised by Eva Green – she has the combination of a devastating but intelligent beauty combined with wit and a twinkle in the eye that makes her very compelling to watch.
The cheapest way to maintain your youthful appearance is to invest in proper broad-spectrum sunscreen,correctly applied (generously!) on a daily basis, all year-round. In the absence of this, everything else is a waste of money as 80 per cent of all changes associated with ageing are due to UV exposure.
My favourite beauty products area cleanser, moisturising lotion and the aforementioned sunscreen, I need all three! Oh, and Fracasperfume – I’ve worn it for as long as I can remember.
So many men and women are looking and feeling better for much,much longe rthanks to the advances in education,skincare and these amazing new non-invasive procedures – and I think that should be viewed in a much more positive light.

To find out more about Sam visit drsambunting.com

FACE SAVERS

Give your skin the attention it deserves with these miracle workers…

Pukka Facial Oil, £38 Fragranced with neroli and petitgrain, this glorious oil contains rosehip and starflowe rto enhance skin tone plus the arnica will help to rejuvenate tired skin.
Vita Bella Anti-ageing Serum, £49 This new brand is becoming one of our favourites and with wonder products lik ethis, which is burstin with aloe vera, who can blame us?
Deborah Mitchell SOS oil, £39 The blend of vitamin A and organic calendula makes this simple oil everything your complexion needs to look fresh and plump.
Emma HardieAmazing Face, £44 With the active ingredient DHEA, a natural hormone that supports skin firmness, this serum is really hard-working
Henry Tianus BioCollagenUltra Serum, £99 Reduce the appearance of fine lines with this ultra anti-ageing serum. It includes hexapeptide-11 and palmitoyl tripeptide-5, which are clinically proven to firm skin.