COUNTDOWN TO SUMMER SAKS APPEAL
HAIR AND BEAUTY MUSTS
Everyone wants to look their best on holiday. Most of us aim to lose a bit of weight before we jet off and we want our hair to be in tip top condition and our skin buffed and glowing.
Saks, the UK’s leading hair and beauty salon group, is on hand to guide you through the holiday countdown so when you’re finally on that beach, you’ll have serious Summer Saks Appeal.
4 weeks before
“Prepare your body with a good detox,” says Kirsty Jewson, Saks beauty guru. “Eat lots more fruit and vegetables and drink plenty of water to hydrate your body and skin.”
“MACTIV Anti-Cellulite Gel is fab. It contains a formulation of active ingredients that are clinically tested and scientifically proven to decrease thigh circumference and reduce skin irregularity. It eliminates fat retention and increases circulation, aiding cellulite reduction.”
MACTIV Anti-Cellulite Gel is available at Saks salons, selected independent salons, online at www.saks.co.uk or by calling 01325 360689. RRP £39.50 (200ml).
“Boost the moisture and protein levels within the hair before your holidays with a deep penetrative conditioning treatment,” says Mario Failla, Saks hair guru. “Try Absolute Repair from Série Expert, PRICE, which provides all the nutrients the hair needs to be at its ultimate strength. The more repaired the hair’s cuticle before you jet off, the less damaged it should be when you get back. The sun does weaken the hair so it’s essential that pre-holiday care is applied twice weekly in the lead up to your hols.”
3 weeks before
Prepare your face. Have a facial to deep cleanse and kick start the system.
Before a facial, every Saks client receives a full, in-depth consultation, so that your therapist can find out about your lifestyle and any skin problems you may have. She will then prescribe the best facial to suit your individual needs.
2 weeks before
Take a look at your nails. Make sure they’re in good condition before you go. Use lots of nail oil and moisturise your hands regularly.
Prepare your feet too! You’ll be baring those toes, possibly for the first time this year, so remove hard skin and keep them well moisturised.
Visit your nearest Saks salon for a pedicure and manicure now and ask for the nails to be cut a little shorter than normal. Kirsty Jewson says: “The condition of your natural nails will improve while you’re on holiday because of the increase of vitamin D, so they’ll be stronger, healthier and you’ll probably notice them growing quicker.”
As for your hair, now’s the time to get those ends trimmed and a fresh colour applied.
Mario Failla has these top tips: “It always takes a few days for a new colour to settle so don’t have it done the day before you check in at the airport. Why not opt for some lighter tones for the Summer? Sunkissed highlights can brighten your overall appearance if you don’t want to go all-out blond. And if you opt for a new style, ask your stylist for a blow-dry lesson so you know how to re-create the look yourself.”
1 week before
This should be your busiest beauty week prior to your holiday.
Book yourself in for waxing, eye brow shape and fake tan. If you have your eyelashes tinted as well you’ll save the embarrassment of mascara running down your face on the beach and won’t have to pack the waterproof products.
Kirsty says: “Apply lots of moisturiser in the last week before you go away to hydrate and prepare the skin for a different climate. And treat your facial skin while you’re at it. Why not try MACTIV Damaged Skin Renewal Cream, an outstanding cream containing a rare combination of Vitamin A derivative, specially formulated to remain highly active. This cream boosts collagen production, exfoliates dead skin cells and fights sun damage and wrinkles. The perfect product to use before your holidays, and while you’re there.”
MACTIV Damaged Skin Renewal Cream - £65.
To find your nearest Saks salon visit www.saks.co.uk or
call 0845 678 0290.
