Energy Hair, Exeter’s luxury destination salon based at Darts Farm, has recently invested in a state of the art refurbishment.
The salon already has a reputation as being Exeter’s leading luxury salon and is recognised on a national level for its high standard of stylists. However, owner Nathan Plumridge has a vision to create an even more luxurious salon for his customers.
Nathan said: “2017 is a pivotal year for us. After celebrating 18 years in business and our most successful year yet, we really wanted to give something back to our customers. The new salon is designed...
The finalists for HJ’s 2015 British Hairdressing Business Awards have been announced and Exeter’s Radiance MediSpa salon has been shortlisted for the Front of House category, sponsored by Salon Genius.
After a two-day judging process, category sponsors, influential business associates and industry peers respected for their vision and success, agreed that the Radiance MediSpa as a leader within their chosen discipline. Along with five other finalists, Radiance MediSpa will now wait until Monday 14th September when winners are announced by a celebrity media host at the prestigious...
Senior therapists Rachael Reid & Amanda Spivey, based at THD Hair & Beauty in Topsham, held a ladies-evening at the salon to launch the premium Swiss product range, ‘Arbonne’.
Rachael and Amanda originally met as Lecturers of Beauty Therapy at Exeter College and in addition to their education and training skills; they jointly have extensive knowledge and experience of working in Salons and Spas. Guests were welcomed with a glass of Prosecco and light refreshments, followed by a talk and demonstration of the products. The two senior therapists specialise in skin care, ‘Sea...
As the temperature drops deeper into the season, all skin types need richer and more nourishing protection and hydration just like fashion turns to thicker clothing to warm up. Otherwise, tiny cracks can give way to visible lines that are not usually there. Dry skin due to cold or harsh weather can also cause irritation for sensitive individuals which is why its also a good idea to choose natural ingredients whenever possible. Many people will find they need to layer moisturising products over a hydrating serum to stay hydrated. Even oily skin needs hydration to stay balanced and to keep...
Hopefully you've been keeping your skin ultra protected this summer because the month of August is all about preparation for going back to school or getting ready for that magical event you've been waiting all summer for!
For those of you expecting an autumn wedding, the same exciting steps apply so that your skin is renewed, refreshed and ready to take on the darker smouldering and sexy make-up looks! Beautiful make-up begins with a smooth, moist and supple texture so the better you care and moisturise your skin, the more natural and 'airbrushed' your make-up...
With this summer heat comes decisions, decisions! Making good decisions now can save you from premature ageing and possibly worse later on, so choose wisely. Which sun cream is most effective? Which sunscreens won't break you out?
If you can't stay in the shade between 11am and 3pm, make sure you are wearing an SPF suitable for your skin tone. It's common knowledge that the darker you are, the more melanin you have in your skin. Melanin is the component in skin which makes you tan. The tanning action of the skin is actually a sign of damage and is the body's...
Radiance MediSpa, Exeter’s first and only MediSpa led by Dr Ros and Katie Debenham, has now opened its very own hair salon. The clinic, which also includes a variety of complementary therapies, is dedicated to bringing together a complete environment for the promotion of health and beauty.
Stylists Corinna Gray, Holly Osborne and Chelcie Grimes head up the hairdressing team and bring with them a wealth of experience including specialist training in cutting and colour. All Exeter girls, they have been trained locally and are well-known within the city.
Is your make-up or skincare toxic? Most people can't even pronounce some of the ingredients in their beauty, skincare or bath products – yet they continue to use them, unaware of the long-term repercussions on their health.
For many consumers, ignorance is bliss, but keeping educated on toxins and chemicals in products we ingest, rub into our skin or inhale might just prevent sickness and disease later on. Due to numerous sensitivities such as allergies and coeliac disease, many people are becoming more aware of the chemicals and toxicity of products on the market.
Is massage therapy a luxury reserved only for the ladies? Absolutely not!
Men can enjoy and reap the benefits of massage too, especially after a long workweek doing all that overtime! Some of the top companies in the world offer workplace massage because they know its powerful benefits including enhanced morale and ability to handle heavy workloads. What many people don't know is these benefits extend far beyond just the workplace. Massage reduces the stress hormone, cortisol and releases the 'feel-good' hormones, dopamine and serotonin. Too much cortisol in the...
You would think with all the spot products and vanishing creams on the market, we would see clearer faces in the hallways of high schools and secondary schools.
The problem is, most teenagers don't think about taking care of their skin. They think they and their bodies are invincible but the truth is, if acne is left untreated it's easy to pick at a spot and cause even more damage or worse - end up with scars for life. The good news is that acne is treatable and you don't need harsh chemicals to get the job done.
The first step is cleansing not only the skin, but deep down...
