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Miss Salon London Boutique Nail Bar, Johannesburg SA!

2011-03-25T20:52:00.000Z

Our boutique nail bar launched in Johannesburg on the 14th March 2011. We specialise in the very best manicures, pedicures and nail enhancements... Our salon is also a place to hangout or chillout... modern, clean and buzzy, the Miss Salon London Nail Bar is the best place to spend your precious money and your precious time... Come see x

2011-03-04T12:25:00.003Z

In the heart of Johannesburg, South Africa, Miss Salon is super excited to announce the launch of our first Nail Boutique!

Miss Salon London opens it's doors on Monday the 14th March for a fabulous champagne reception!

We will offer the very best manicures, pedicures and enhancements using great products and methods... plus movies, milk&honey foot soaks, sugar scrubs, wine, hot choccys, yummy mummy sunday mornings, boys nights, flowers, great music and a really clean/hygienic salon!

PROFESSIONAL | PERFECT | EASY

Summers coming - here are some beauty tips for the heat wave...

2009-04-27T22:00:00.005+01:00

If you're starting to enjoy the longer evenings and now contemplating venturing out to a cool bar or even a wonderful restaurant with a friend or the new hot date, then here are few beauty tips to get you started!!!!!!!

Long eyelashes are the easiest way to get noticed!
Wearing a thin line of eyeliner and giving it a sexy flick at the end will give the illusion of longer lashes. If you feel daring, why not apply false lashes to really give the eyes a dramatic effect that you can flirt with all night!!! But don't worry... there are now more natural looking fake lashes on the market so I assure you, you will not look like Jodie Marsh! Prices range from £4.95-£13.50 so whatever your budget, you too can have fabulous lashes.

De puff me!!!
Need to make your eyes look wide awake? Try dipping a couple of chamomile tea bags in a cup of ice and water and then placing them on your closed eyes for 10 minutes. This will reduce puffiness instantly, so no one need know when you've had a late night!!!

Margaret xx

In a rush...

2009-04-15T13:51:00.004+01:00

Face powder or concealer...
A touch of blush on your cheeks and eye lids...
Mascara...
Lip gloss...

Done!
Look good even when you've only got 2 minutes x

Credit crunch... I'm over it!!!

2009-03-24T00:04:00.003Z

Sail away with this seasons amazing nautical collection… just in time for spring!

Spring is at our doorsteps and it is time to welcome in fabulous new styles. Whether your going to splurge or keep to your budget, this seasons charming stripes, wonderful blues and sailor jackets, teamed up with roped accessories, bangles and hooped earrings, are a Fashionista must have.

Miss Salon has teamed-up with Beauty Technik to give you the purest mineral makeup range on the market. I recommend the Midnight Blue Mineral Eye Shadow which will add a dazzling finish to the eyes to complement this season’s nautical look. To order any Beauty Technik products, even if they are not on the Miss Salon website, just email us at misssalon@misssalon.com

Dive into pure mineral beauty!

Margaret
Miss Salon Beauty Specialist

Going Going... Gone!

2009-03-23T22:04:00.005Z

Finally it’s that time of year when we get to shed the heavy layers of winter clothing to reveal... unkempt feet and unwanted hair! Yikes!

Well save us all the sight (Oooo) and jump into spring with these great products and treatments…

Hair Lightening Creams
These creams gently lighten dark hair on the body and face, usually resulting in cute 'blondish' hairs giving you that bright sun-kissed look...as if you've just been on holiday! Use around the chin, mouth, sides of the face and other areas like arms, back, belly, chest… Find hair lightening creams in all good beauty stores.

Threading
What is it? Threading is the ancient eastern art of precisely removing facial hair from the root using twists of cotton thread. Becoming increasingly popular in the West, it is especially good for shaping eyebrows and removing hair from the upper lip, forehead and chin. When done expertly threading is fast with a mild twinge and the results last for up to 3 weeks. All thread is discarded after use and as such makes threading one of the most hygienic methods of hair removal. It's fast too as threading any one area of the face takes less than 10 minutes.

If you haven’t already tried threading… it is the perfect, more precise, facial hair removal alternative to waxing, depilatory creams, tweezing or laser, especially if you have sensitive skin. Unlike laser hair removal, waxing or the use of depilatories; irritation and skin rashes are avoided as the top layer of your skin is not stripped off in the process. Also, since threading is a completely natural skin removal process, it works on all skin types, whether you have normal skin, sensitive skin, tanned or damaged skin.

Threading is my personal favourite and I highly recommend it… especially for the perfect eyebrows.

Waxing
But then again… if all of that sounds a bit much for you… just have it all waxed off!!!! Nothing beats waxing when you need to remove hair by the mass load! Threading is no good for arms, legs, pits or bikini lines! and then there are the stray hairs that you can sometimes get on your knuckles and toes!! Get rid!

Professional Pedicure
Start spring with a professional pedicure... I tell you, there's just nothing better! Have your feet soaked and get them thoroughly exfoliated. Tidy those awful cuticles and finish off with the perfect polish!!

Heel Creams & Cuticle Oils
Maintain what the hardworking pedicurist gave you by applying a daily dose of foot & heel creams and cuticle oils to keep your feet soft and dry cuticles tame.

Home Pedicures
On a budget? Save on visiting the salon and do your own pedicure at home using the professional Creative Spa pedicure range. Get at least a dozen pedicures from one kit! Here is a tip for successfully smoothing and softening hard, dry heels at home - soak your feet in fairly warm water (as warm as you can stand) with a good foot soak for up to and over an hour - do this whilst watching a movie and find that the dead dry layer comes off with just a little rubbing.

Look great and feel comfortable wearing short-sleeved tops, dresses, slippers, swim suits... feel comfortable and enjoy Spring!

Margaret
Miss Salon Beauty Specialist

Colour Colour Colour!!!

2009-02-09T21:33:00.009Z

Brighten up these grey rainy days with glossy, gorgeous nails! We have the most amazing range of nail enamels from Cetuem - nail enamel for the professional. With over 200 colours to choose from your signature shade is waiting for you! Plus, every colour has a matching lipstick shade... perfect!

FABULOUS!
Ego x
Miss Salon Beauty Enthusiast

When did my hands and cuticles get so dry?

2009-02-05T08:55:00.016Z

Did you just look at your hands and think, I have never seen them look so bad... and when did my cuticles get so dry?

Hands...
If your hands are often in water during the day or you work in an office environment, or are a busy mum, then why not try Creative Exfoliating Crystals. They remove dry skin like magic - fast and easy to use! Finish this 5 minute hand and cuticle treatment with Creative's Finishing Lotion, making your hands feel velvety soft again.

Cuticles...
Creative Solar Oil, an award-winning product and certainly one of our favorites, will hydrate your cuticles and help your nails look and feel stronger in this cold winter weather.

So there you have it, 5 minutes later, your hands and cuticles are restored!... Go on, give it a try...'cause your worth it and you want to look fabulous!!

Bye for now!
Margaret
Miss Salon Beauty Specialist

"Look out for some more fabulous spring and summer tricks of the trade!!"

It may be cold out there, but we don't have to look it!

2009-02-01T22:50:00.005Z

It's February and yes it's cold and miserable, so let Miss Salon inject some Spring / Summer makeup trends to bring out the fashionista in you.

This season is all about heavy metal and bold shades... don't worry, for those of you feeling somewhat nervous you will be pleased to know that the natural polished look is also this season's trend!

I recommend Beauty Technik Mineral Lipgloss in Salmon Gold for a fashion must have. Team it up with your existing lipstick shades or apply on it's own with pearlised shimmer on the face and eyes to give the skin luminosity.

Chase the winter blues away by applying Beauty Technik Mineral Makeup Bronzer to give you that sun kissed glow!!! It may be cold out there but we don't have to look it!

Eyes - Apply a generous line when you are out but keep the line close to the lashes for a daytime look. Darker skin can use the bold seasonal shades of electric blue and fuchsia to bring out your wonderful complexion.

Bye for now!
Margaret
Miss Salon Beauty Specialist

"More from me soon!!"

Really (really) smooth skin... in 3 steps!

2009-01-14T21:42:00.009Z

Step 1
Create the best body scrub ever...
Mix some of your favorite shower gel with a handful of ground rice... yes, you read right, ground rice, to create the ultimate body srcub paste. Its fine yet firm consistency makes it the absolute best exfoliator we have ever used. Apply the paste to your body using circular movements and scrub scrub scrub! Rinse off and feel your smoothest skin ever! Use once or twice a week. I want ground rice now!

Step 2
Moisturise your skin after every wash with lashings and lashings of your favorite stuff. We have an absolutely fabulous range of body creams from CND. Delicious fragrances include Apple & Cinnamon, Black Cherry & Nutmeg, Birch & Mint, Honeysuckle & Pink Grapefruit... MMMmmmmmmm!

Step 3
Drink fresh home-made vegetable & fruit juices...
If there is one item to invest in this year for ultimate healthy living and smooth, supple, young skin, it's a Juicer! Make yourself daily juices from carrots, celery, spinach, broccoli, apples, beetroot, ginger, sweet peppers and any other favorite veggie! I know it all sounds like it might not taste nice, but you would be mistaken... these home made juices, full of all that goodness, are just delicious and the best way to start your day, week, year! Having juiced for over 5 years, and tried may different juicers, I highly recommend the Breville JE4 Café Series Commercial Style Juicer... a bit pricey at around £180 but worth absolutely every single penny!!

Have a really BEAUTIFUL 2009 - inside and out!
Ego xx
Miss Salon Beauty Enthusiast!

We recommend... BEAUBERRY CLINIC

2009-01-03T20:56:00.003Z

Beauberry Clinic is the business name of two exceptional London based medical doctors that specialise in skin aesthetics - especially Botox® and Dermal Fillers. Apart from the fact that they are fully qualified, experienced doctors, they offer a fairly priced, bespoke and personal service that is focused on results and aftercare!

Prices:
Botox® start from £150.00
Fillers start from £250.00

Other Comments: In a non-regulated industry (!), we loved the fact that the Botox® was administered by an experienced doctor who had the time and patience to explain the treatment step-by-step. We also loved that the advice seemed to be based on sound medical knowledge and not retail orientated!

Call Dr Irina Iwegbu and Dr Anand Raman for a chat or to discuss your particular concerns on 0845 643 5463 | www.botoxfillerslondon.com | www.beauberryclinic.com

We recommend... PACIFIC HAIR ARTISTS

2008-12-19T23:59:00.005Z

PACIFIC HAIR ARTISTS - Covent Garden, London
Owned by Therese Haynes, Pacific Hair Artists has continued to rank high as one of London's best hair salons. They have managed to build an outstanding reputation for consistently providing clients with excellent personal service:

Cut and Finish £42.50
Blow Dry/Set £35.00
Relaxer (Affirm Relaxer) £71.50
Relaxer and Restyle £84.00
Relaxer and Semi Permanent Colour £84.00
Weave On (Per Row) £49.50
Curly Perm £82.50
.... and many more treatments.

Other Comments: The hair stylists are professional, experienced and ready to please. Even a shampoo at Pacific is a superior experience! We are amazed at clients hair transformations every time!

New Additions!
Get other fabulous beauty treatments at Pacific, using the professional range from Environ...
Facials from £50
Mani's and Pedi's from £30
Waxing from £10
Massages from £25

Need Privacy or want to host a beauty party?
Hire their beautiful private room for the full works of treatments. Please telephone Pacific with your requirements. Prices on enquiry.

Pacific Hair Artists
First Floor, 186 Drury Lane, Covent Garden WC2B 5RU

+44 (0)20 7242 8144

We recommend... THE NAIL PLACE

2008-12-19T23:45:00.004Z

CRABTREE & EVELYN The Nail Place - Canary Wharf London
One of London's finest nail bars, The Nail Place in the C&E Canary Wharf store offers a comprehensive range of nail treatments. Using a range of professional nail products combined with Crabtree & Evelyn's world class handcare products, this nail bar's treatment list includes:

Express Manicures £20
Cuticle Treatment Manicure £29
Intensive Therapy Manicure £33
Chip-Free Manicure £50
La Source Spa Manicure £40
Fiberglass Nail Enhancements £45
Tip & Resin £40

Other Comments: The nail technicians are excellent and friendly; we have never been disappointed!

Crabtree & Evelyn
Canary Wharf, Units R1: 300-305, Cabot Place, London E14 4QT

+44 (0)20 7719 1762

We recommend...

2008-12-19T23:33:00.006Z

This is the beginning of our soon to be regular installments of great salons we find in the UK. As former salon owners, we know what good looks like and will only recommend salons based on our own experience of them; rating the quality of the actual treatments above all else. After all what's the point of spending your precious money on an average or less than average treatment... there's just nothing worse.

If by any chance you try one of recommendations and you are less than pleased with your experience then please do let us know asap so that we can update our information... and save another person the nightmare!

Click on the 'Top Salons [city] UK' from the menu on your right to see all of our recommendations...

Enjoy!

A designer dress for less...

2008-12-19T02:25:00.003Z

YOOX is one of the best online designer fashion stores... Get the party look with this gorgeous FENDI dress and COPPOLA E TOPPO earrings

How to apply eyeliner...

2008-12-19T02:11:00.003Z

Miss Salon Associate, Mirijana, explains at the Clothes Show, how to apply eye makup and eyeliner for the smokey look using 2true makeup...

The Perfect French Manicure...

2008-12-19T01:31:00.002Z

Getting the perfect french is not just about the way it's painted but what you paint with! With our years of experience in nail salons, we recommend one coat Creative Sticky base coat, one coat Cetuem nail enamel number 79 (smooth white) on the nail tip, one coat 150 (soft soft pink), and to seal it off, one coat of the wonderful Seche Vite top coat! Voila! The perfect french!

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How to have healthy cuticles...

2008-12-18T23:38:00.000Z

1... Apply Creative Solar Oil to the cuticles and nails (including and especially with nail extensions) at least once a day, preferably before bed.

2... Nail Tek Renew Oil is especially useful for people who spend time in trainers or any gym shoes. If you workout, use public showers, changing rooms, swim and basically expose your feet to the risk of infection. Nail Tek Renew Oil is invaluable.

3... Using any of your chosen cuticle oils or creams, gently push cuticles back with either the Alessandro Cuticle Nourishing Pen, a cuticle pusher or even with your other nails. Gently!

4... Creative Alpha Hydroxy Acid (AHA) Cuticle Eraser is ideal for cuticle exfoliation. Massage into cuticles daily

Click here to visit our Miss Salon™ Beauty Shop now to get your hand on these top products.