HAIR AND BEAUTY
THE DUCHESS
Beatrice Pounder, proprietor
How would you pamper a busy client? Our Billion Dollar Brow 30-minute brow makeover is finished with tinted powder so there are no red marks on your face, and, holistically, I’d recommend an Indian head massage – the ultimate tension release for those who sit at a desk all day. And for those with more time on their hands? A detoxing heat wrap followed by a body polish and aromatherapy massage. Or maybe a couple’s package including massages, facials and pedicures. Your most popular procedure at the moment? Toning treatments which improve cellulite and shift stubborn fatty deposits on the thighs and tummy. What beauty mistake would you like to ban? Changing a skin routine too often. It confuses the skin and can cause sensitivity reactions. try a high thread count pillow case instead.
33 Walcot Street and 12 Pierrepont Street, Bath; www.duchessbeauty.co.uk
Ridgway House, 49 Shurnhold, Melksham; www.snowberrylane.co.uk
FRONTLINESTYLE BATH
Frances Urwin, managing director
RUSSELL BROOKS HAIRDRESSING
Firstly, tell us a bit about the salon… It’s a multi award-winning boutique hair salon and day spa with state-of-the-art facilities. We focus on head-to-toe pampering as well as being specialists in wigs and hair loss. Your most popular on-the-go services? Sienna X one-hour tan, eyelash tints, waxing, or Clarins energising back, neck and scalp massages. And your more extended treatments? Clarins Tri-Active facials which restore the skin as if you have had a full night’s sleep, and a hydro bath finished with a Clarins honey hot stone massage. What’s your personal favourite indulgence? The Caci non-surgical face lift which improves appearance using microcurrents and LED therapy.
Russell Brooks, co-owner
Name a feel-good lunch-hour treatment... We’re merging two of our most requested options: hair and nails. The service takes 45 minutes, starting with a massaging hair wash, and then the nails and the blow-dry will be done simultaneously. And for someone with more time to spare? A bespoke fitting of Russian hair extensions. They’re considered the safest strand-by-strand method – no glue, sewing or braiding is involved. What’s the hottest hair trend for spring? Colour contouring which can appear to narrow, widen, shorten or lengthen the face. Your top at-home tips for healthy hair? Towel dry it, add Moroccanoil and then use a warm – never hot – hairdryer, finishing with a cool blast.
4-5 Monmouth Street, Bath; www.frontlinestyle.co.uk
ZARA PERRY HAIRDRESSING
11 Crown Hill, Weston Village, Bath; www.russellbrookshairdressing.co.uk
Zara Perry, owner
ARTIZAN GEORGE STREET Matthew Carr, salon director
Recommend a quick hair pick-me-up… A blow-dry and an Aveda ritual – a complimentary neck, head, shoulder or hand massage. What about for those with hours to spare? A pampering day in our salon has to involve having your hair coloured and cut. What DIY haircare would you advise? When you exercise, you perspire, which can actually make the hair dry. Before the gym, wet your hair and add in some conditioner. Rinse it out postworkout and you’ll be left with shiny locks. What should we all stop doing immediately? Over-washing coloured hair. Use a professionalquality shampoo and only wash it every few days. 8a George Street, Bath; www.artizanbath.co.uk
Top to bottom: The chic space at Russell Brooks Hairdressing salon; Snowberry Lane Clinic specialises in non-invasive cosmetic procedures; Artizan George Street offer complimentary massages; expect top-to-toe pampering at Wadswick Green Spa
What’s your one-hour hair recommendation? From our blow-dry menu, clients can choose looks that make them feel fantastic. Or, if they are blonde and need a refresh, we can offer a quick toner. What about for someone with more time? A visit to our beauty therapist, Ramona, for a back neck and shoulder massage, and an LVL lash lift. Your most popular service at the moment? Hair extensions. We work with some great names and have two specialists in the salon. Give us your at-home guide to great hair… Shampoo twice to allow your other products to work better. Also, buy a hairdryer with ionic technology. Name a common haircare mistake... Why spend time and money and not protect your hair colour? Professional products are all it takes. Lombard House, 30 St James Parade, Bath; www.zphairdressing.co.uk w www.mediaclash.co.uk I BATH LIFE I 97