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Beauty information by Kate Bright

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1. Virgin Active

   Start 2009 in style, by signing up for membership at my favourite gym: Virgin Active. If you haven’t tried groupcCycling classes before then now is the time. Group cycling, or ‘Spinning’ as it is known, is motivational, helps reduce stress and is great fun especially when run by professionals like Sam Alese at the Clapham club, who cranks up the beats so that time whizzes by. If you close your eyes, you can pretend you’re anywhere other than an exercise studio: www.virginactive.co.uk
   

2. Colonic Therapy

   I believe everyone should try a Colonic Therapy session at least once in their lives. My Colonic guru is Anne Measures at the Natural Health Centre, SW4: 020 7720 8817. I can honestly say it makes a difference to my skin, weight and general wellbeing. For all of the details of what to expect in a session (I promise it’s not as bad as you think) and an eye-opening list of all of the health benefits it can bring, as well as the illnesses and common ailments it can treat, visit: www.annemeasures.co.uk
   

3. Fruit for the Office

   Have a whip-round in your workplace for the unique service offered by Fruit for the Office. They will send gorgeously wrapped fruit boxes to your door and help prevent you catching Annie in Accounts’ permacold by providing a healthy snack for everyone to nibble on. It also makes a nice centrepiece for the office as well! A snip at £18.99 for 10 people, with free delivery in Central London: www.fruitfortheoffice.co.uk: 0800 019 4037

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   Crabtree & Evelyn

   Crabtree & Evelyn’s Aromatherapy Distillations range has been created in a unique collaboration between an aromatherapist and international perfumers. Try the ‘Relaxing - Aromatic Diffuser’ and create a tranquil atmosphere to ease the body and mind with their blend of lavender, vanilla and other essential oils. Willow reeds wick the aromatics from the bottle, releasing continuous scent into the air for approximately 90 days. £24.47 from www.crabtree-evelyn.co.uk
   

5. Spa

   Dreaming of a spa getaway? In the meantime bring the spa to your bathroom by wearing the light yet indulgent Ploh plush robe after time in the tub. It is ultra-luxurious and pampers like no other; perfect for lounging and relaxing on those cold Sunday afternoons. A great gift for yourself, and for loved ones: www.plohdirect.com

6. Ceramic Curling tongs

   The new year requires a new look. I’ve fallen in love with my Jose Eber Signature Series Ceramic Curling tongs. They have a ceramic core and, by wrapping your hair around it for 10 seconds (holding the tong at 45 degrees), you’ll be left with smooth, tangle-free curls and silky, shiny hair. The innovative design gives professional results and the negative ionic technology eliminates frizz as it gently heats the hair from the inside-out. I consider it an investment in a new me, at £79.95 from: www.justbeautifully.co.uk or House of Fraser stores.

7. Champneys

   What better way to kick-start a new regime than to book a Champneys 2 night ‘Be Rejuvenated’ break? Included in your stay will be a detox guide and patches, an Aquatherapy Detox treatment, a Fresh Face Facial and a Thalassotherapy Pool session. There is also a complimentary Yoga, Pilates, Tai Chi, Stretch or Meditation Class. Visit: www.champneys.com or call: 08703 300300 to book. For a quick fix try their detox patches, available from www.champneys.com/Collection - £19.99 for 14 patches.

8. Slimming underwear

   Try the latest in slimming underwear, the LipoContour Shorts and Body. They target specific problem areas like hips, thighs, stomachs and buttocks, reducing cellulite and increasing weight loss without the stress of dieting. Wear the shorts under your clothing and see a visible difference after only eight weeks. Visit www.lipocontour.co.uk for stockist details. LipoContour Short RRP: £49.95 & LipoContour Body £59.95

9. Hydrohealing

   Have a spring clean at Hydrohealing in Notting Hill with their City Detox. This structured detox is available in 3, 5 or 7 day programmes and is overseen by a qualified alternative health practitioner. The programme includes a consultation, colon hydrotherapy session(s), meal replacement juices (freshly prepared and delivered daily to your home or office) and a proven detox supplement package. From £240 for 3 days, call: 0207 727 2570 or visit www.hydrohealing.com

Tags: Feb/Mar 09

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