Active Anti-ageing

Nowadays, we look for high levels of efficiency in all areas of our life, be it 'superfoods' with the highest amount of vitamins in them, or LBD's that will serve for both work and the weekend. Skincare is no different, and it is this simple yet innovative idea behind Italian brand Bakel. Dr Raffaella Gregoris, a researcher specialising in skincare chemistry at the University of Milan, wanted to create formulas that contain 100% active ingredients and no useless substances. This means no preservatives, colourants, perfumes or petroleum derivatives.

The advantages are clear - better absorption of the active ingredients, the finest and purest quality raw ingredients, minimum allergy risks, and of course, only a beneficial effect because what enters your skin is always an active agent.

The range consists of six fluid products, all targeting a specific ageing concern. The Lactobionic Antioxidant Formula (above left) is an innovative fluid containing Lactobionic acid to fight the ageing and wrinkling effects of free radicals and Gluconolactone which protects the skin against age spots and improves skin tone. All of the products in the range are a complete program, so there is no need for additional night, eye or neck creams.

Bakel is sold at the Becca counter in Harvey Nichols London, the two brands combined by their devotion to perfecting skin.

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Just Brill-iant

Dianne Brill, former muse and model for designers such as Westwood and Gaultier, a designer herself for legendary rock stars, an actress and author, knows what it means to be a range of different women. No surprise then that her new beauty collection is designed for all women - the businesswoman, wife, mother - all of whom deserve some luxury in their lives.

Dianne Brill's mission is to create the highest quality products and package them in the most innovative of ways.  Each cosmetic and skincare product has been designed with the best balance of nature, technology, beauty and benefit.  The Dianne Brill 'Vitamin Treatment Lip Gloss' contains 20% of vitamins, antioxidants and humectants. Crushed freshwater pearl (which gives the skin a luminous glow) is another popular ingredient used in the Dianne Brill cosmetic face line and can be seen in the  'Freshwater Pearl Powder Finish', a powder crafted to create the perfect powder finish for a woman's cheek bones and candlelit cleavage. The 'Still and Fill' beauty skincare range also combines the best of both nature and technology.  With the ingredients, simulated snake venom and apple, the range means skin is hydrated, moisture retention is restored, fine lines disappear and skin tone appears smooth and supple.  

From the 'Leopard Brassiere' vitamin enriched lipstick to the 'Lace Diamonds' sparkle eye liner to the 'Mermaid's Pearl' cheek colour, the names of the cosmetics isn't the only thing flirtatious about this brand.  The cosmetics packaging is also flirtatious, feminine and unique; eyeliner is presented in a cigar tube, lip gloss sits daintily in praline cups and eye shadow slides out of  a vintage inspired matchbox case. Each individual product is a little special treat that every woman can indulge in every day.

Dianne Brill is available exclusively at Harvey Nichols London.

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French Fancy

During his career, French born Serge Lutens has turned his hand to all aspects of the creative industry; photographer, jewellery designer, make-up artist, stylist, film director and stylist. Now the talented fragrance maker has launched his luxurious new make up range, available exclusively at Harvey Nichols.

Having worked as creative director for Japanese group Shiseido since 1980, the designer has created one of their most iconic fragrance 'Nombre Noir' in 1982. With a wealth of experience in the industry, it's no surprise that the world's most talented fragrance maker has now produced his chic new range of cosmetics with Shiseido.

The 'Necessaire de Beaute' range truly lives up to its name as a collection of luxurious unique and refillable products, presented in chic black packaging that oozes style and quality.  Our personal favourites are very latest addition to the range, two sumptuous nail polishes, available in a nearly nude and a classic dark red. Presented in an elegant silk box, these two shades are the only options a woman needs for super stylish beauty.

Serge Lutens cosmetics are available to buy exclusively at Harvey Nichols London. 

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Just Say No!

For busy women (and men) who already have too much to fit into their schedules, finding time every month for the beauty salon may not be the most fun or relaxing way to spend a free evening. Thankfully there's now the perfect time saving solution for easy hair removal in the privacy of your own home. no!no! (no pain, no hair) is a professional at-home hair removal device which uses revolutionary ThermiconT technology to destroy hair follicles. With repeated sessions using no!no!, clinical studies have proven that hair regrowth is reduced by up to 64%, a percentage comparable with professional hair removal treatments.  

Radiancy, the US company behind no!no!, are global leaders in the light-based hair removal and skincare industry who saw the demand for customers to get these results at home, and developed no!no! for use on all skin types. Here's the science: no!no! works by interrupting the hair growth communication within the follicle, between the bulge and the root. After repeated sessions, at first 2 - 3 times a week, then 1 - 2 times a month, there is a reduction in hair density that can be seen quickly with consistent use.

This new beauty accessory is portable and sleek, and available in pink, blue or black. The no!no! set is £140, which includes the unit, five hot blades, cleaning brush, buffer and instructional DVD.

no!no! is available to buy at all Harvey Nichols stores and online at our Beauty Shop.

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