HAIR • BEAUTY • LIFESTYLE
Chidera Eggerue
Superwoman in the making
POWER
PUFF
04 Scoop
Breaking beauty news and the latest hair happenings
06 More than a flower girl
Spell meets Chidera Eggerue, aka The Slumflower
08 Wild rose
A gallery of killer pink and red make-up combos for you to try
10 Salon etiquette for the new normal
Tips to improve your next salon trip
12 Beauty by numbers
The most searched for trends online right now
14 Make-up for the mandem
Yes, men wearing make-up is becoming the new norm
16 Spell loves
Feed your inner product junkie
19 Word up!
A round-up of must-own hair-related reads for adults & kids
20 Five reasons to try fermented skincare
The K-beauty import everyone’s stockpiling
22 Bulletin
The latest news and offers from spellbeauty.com
EDITOR Jemima Cousins
SUB EDITORS Gemma Rusiecki, Julie Vuong
WRITERS Jennifer Meredith, Keysha Davis, Gemma Rusiecki Julie Vuong
DESIGNER Marzena Wilk
Chidera Eggerue Superwoman in the making
19 Word up!
06 More than a flower girl
16 Spell loves
08 Wild rose
04 Scoop
20 Five reasons to try fermented skincare
SCOOP
Bulletin with all the industry goss!
HERBY
Sharing their passion for herbal remedies, we meet Herby's Paul Otote and Yemi Awopetu, co-founders of the tea brand delighting everyone’s tastebuds
"IT'S TRUE SOME HERBS CAN BE MORE BENEFICIAL FOR WOMEN AND OTHERS FOR MEN"
Harnessing herbs and practicing wellness in a pandemic Interview
“We’re really passionate about educating our tribe around the use of herbs. Each Herby tea box comes with its own mini book, which not only details the best ways to use the herbs but also includes a lot of information on the lifestyle surrounding them. We call it the Herby Week, as it's great for a week when each person has time to reset, start that workout or yoga they planned, fix their sleeping pattern and just be more present - all while enjoying a unique tea making experience.
“It’s true that some herbs can be more beneficial for women while others are better for men. For example, yarrow has been touted as a women's herb and has been traditionally used to help regulate menstruation and relieve menstrual
cramps. Similarly, herbs such as lady’s mantle and cramp bark feature in our Hera Box because of their benefits for the female body. Meanwhile, herbs like black maca root, panax ginseng and Siberian ginseng are said to be more beneficial to men and these herbs appear in our Zuwa Box.
“The way artificial supplements are created differs to how natural supplements are made. They may have a similar structure, but it’s possible that the body can respond differently to them in terms of bioavailability and efficacy. That being said, I wouldn’t wholeheartedly rule them out as bad or good - I’d say it depends on the individual. For example, studies show the differences in
absorption of some artificial nutrients, but cost may be a factor for some people. It’s better to have access to these nutrients than to not have them at all. For those who can make the choice between natural and synthetic, I’d always go for natural food-grown supplements.
“Improving our wellbeing in the pandemic has been a challenge for us all. It’s the micro habits that make a big difference to our wellbeing on a holistic level, so we always encourage the following: try to have a good sleeping routine; attempt to cook a bit more often and aim to eat more whole foods in your diet; go for walks, get fresh air and exercise outdoors. Honestly, just getting out and being in the sunlight will do you a world of good too.”
The Herby Imm+ne Box, £29.97
BEHIND THE BRAND
Paul Otote and Yemi Awopetu
Campaign
CURL GENERATIONS SHEDS LIGHT ON CURLY MOTHER-DAUGHTER DUOS
Founded by The Curl Talk Project, the Curl Generations photo campaign showcases portraits of curly women and girls from different generations within the same family. Its aim is to shed light on the impact of terms used to describe textured hair, such as ‘unprofessional’, ‘coarse’ and ‘difficult’, which contributes to low self-esteem among young girls who grow up internalising these negative messages. Visit spellmagazine.com to watch their stories.
ROCOCO CHOCOLATES LONDON LAUNCHES THE PERIOD EGG TO SUPPORT CHARITY
This Easter, Rococo Chocolates has created The Period Egg (£29.95) to bring awareness to the ongoing fight against period shame and poverty. Five pounds from each sale will go towards supporting the Bloody Good Period charity, which supplies period essentials to refugees, asylum-seekers and those in need. To entice you further, the egg is beautifully wrapped in bright red foil and presented in a signature Rococo gift box.
MATCHY MATCHY
With LJ Signature you can effortlessly coordinate your headscarf or bonnet with your nightwear. Its tailored collection includes pyjama sets, kimonos and night dresses that all come with quill print headscarf. Prices start from £16.
Good cause News
PICK UP A FREE COPY OF SPELL
If you've missed holding a physical copy of Spell Magazine, it’s time to rejoice. With salons and hair shops set to reopen on the 12 April (hoorah!), you can pick one up in print at your local branch and catch up on all the hair & beauty gossip. Turn to page 23 for a full listing of stockists.
Melanie with her daughter Harmony
Miss Selfridge
black UP
Oud Intense 50ml, £43.50
TOM FORD
Black Orchid
Parfum 50ml, £98
More than a flower girl
From fighting her own battles to owning a £1k wig, Chidera Eggerue - aka The Slumflower - is no shrinking violet
Photography: Femelle Studios
Hair: Pashcanel Mitchell
Make-up: Natasha Wright
Author of the number one Sunday Times bestseller What A Time To Be Alone and brainchild of the #saggyboobsmatter movement, Chidera Eggerue has extraordinary energy. Intelligent, insightful and passionate about life as a woman – a black woman - her forthrightness on issues like sexism, racism and white supremacy has garnered her fans and staunch critics alike.
“WOMEN ARE MADE TO FEEL SHAME FOR INVESTING IN THEMSELVES”
In an exclusive interview with Spell, she opens up about her public fallout with a fellow author and spills the tea on her expanding wig collection...
HOW HAS LOCKDOWN 3.0 BEEN?
A lot has been going on to say the least. I decided to go public about my management team supporting a white author who was plagiarising my work and just so happened to belong to the same agency. My main concern was that no one would be believe me, but I felt like my back was against the wall and I had to say something. I’ve been gaslighted and dragged through a media fiasco; to experience this during lockdown has been horrific.
HAVE YOU ALWAYS BEEN ONE TO STAND UP FOR YOURSELF?
Because of what I stand for and my presence online, I’m seasoned in
standing up for myself. The internet exposes you to a world of trolls, so the way I equip myself against them is by having a deep inner knowing of who I am and what I’m willing to accept. I don’t need people to agree with my reality for it to serve me.
WHERE DID THE NAME THE SLUMFLOWER DERIVE FROM?
It was inspired by the photographers Street Etiquette who are two guys from New York. They made a project called Slumflower where a young boy from the hood was aesthetically shown wearing flowers. The story was heavy, but the imagery was so delicate and I loved the idea. Being from Peckham and growing up pre-gentrification, people always assumed you must be ‘ghetto’. I wanted to flip that on its head and choose a name that embraces a beautiful thing growing out of an environment that otherwise wouldn’t necessarily promote its growth.
LET’S TALK HAIR: HOW MANY WIGS DO YOU OWN AND WHICH IS YOUR FAVOURITE OF THEM ALL?
I think I own 20 wigs and my favourite has to be my big afro. It’s followed me to so many places and served me so well. It’s a synthetic wig I found on either eBay or Amazon. I brushed it out to the max to get it to the texture and volume it is now.
WHAT’S THE MOST YOU’VE EVER PAID FOR A UNIT?
It’s a custom-made wig and I paid around £1k. Hair is just like a sass thing and for the right wig I’m prepared to put down the money. I feel like black women are made to feel shame for investing in themselves when in fact buying hair is not a shallow exercise. We can be smart, financially secure and adore ourselves. Where’s the crime?
ON A SCALE OF ONE TO 10, HOW GOOD ARE YOU AT DOING YOUR OWN HAIR AND MAKE-UP?
I’d rate myself seven for hair and a 9.8 for make-up. The only time I don’t do my own make-up is for photo shoots. When it comes to events and public appearances, it’s easier for me do my own make-up. I really know the nuances to my face, plus it’s part of my ritual to going out and getting amped up for the night.
Follow @theslumflower
CARBONCOPIES OF CHIDERA’S COVER LOOK
A complete round-up of all the hair and make-up essentials you need to recreate April’s cover look
Bare & Natural Brazilian Lace Wig in Natural Way, £149.99
MAC Cosmetics Glow Play Balm in ‘Pinking of You’, £17.50
ColorWow
Dreamcoat
Supernatural Spray, £24
Lottie Freckle Tint, £24
WILD ROSE
Pink and red go together like peanut butter and hot sauce: it shouldn’t work, but it just does (try it if you don’t believe us!). Suitable for any skin tone, this colour combo can be electrifying and bold or subtle and romantic - it all depends on the pigments you choose.
@danessa_myricks Batsheva
@mlflbeauty
@olgadann
Salvatore Ferragamo
@patrickta
UOMA Badass
Icon Matte Lipstick in Sade, £24
HUDA BEAUTY
Ruby Obsessions Palette, £25
STILA Beauty Boss Lip Gloss in Best Practice, £14
Courtesy of Dyson
Saying the world will never be the same again after the pandemic would be no exaggeration. Nonetheless, as the nation forges ahead with optimism and determination, many businesses within the service sector are gearing up to reopen in April. And this includes our dearly missed salon industry. With many hairdressing businesses completely decimated as a consequence of the financial loss occurred during the lockdowns, the call to action to help support this integral sector of the hair and beauty industry couldn’t be more urgent.
So, here are some suggestions on how you can support your favourite stylist or salon as they set about to re-establish their business post-lockdown.
Offer a tip!
Although the UK doesn’t have a strong tipping culture, according to a survey conducted by OnBuy.com, hairdressing is the second most-tipped profession in the country. One of the best ways you can show support to your stylist or salon is to offer a tip if you’ve received an exemplary service. In terms of the amount, that’s totally up to your discretion. However, the average tip for salon hairstylists is around 15 - 20 per cent.
Show up on time!
Punctuality has never been so crucial for the salon industry. The more bums on seats your favourite salon is able to schedule in, the more they will be able to obtain a healthy profit so their business can thrive. Arrive minutes before your
scheduled appointment time. And if you’re going to be late, notify the salon as they can potentially reshuffle other appointments.
Invest in professional aftercare products
There is nothing that compares to getting your hair professionally styled and treated. And while replicating your finished look at home is never an easy task, one of the best ways to come close is by using suitable aftercare products. Most salons sell the products they use during hair appointments, so support yours by making a purchase at your next visit.
Respect your salon’s cancellation policy. Even more important than showing up on time, it’s absolutely crucial to respect and adhere to your salon’s cancellation policy. Always let your salon know beforehand if you’re unable to attend your appointment. Most salons request at least 24 hours’ notice prior to cancellation, but check the salon’s website to be certain. If you do need to cancel, give ample notice so they can slot someone else in your place.
Sharing is caring
Whether you share an IG story or just recommend your favourite stylist to your friends, your active participation in promoting a salon will really help to boost its profile. It’s likely that while salons rebuild their businesses after the pandemic, many will have to freeze budgets for activities like marketing. This means they will be relying on social media and word-of-mouth recommendations to attract new customers. The simple act of sharing a post will cost you nothing - but it could impact a salon’s business exponentially.
WHAT THE SALONS SAY….
With news that salons could reopen on 12 April, here’s a brief message from some of the UK’s leading hairdressing establishments
JUNIOR GREEN LONDON
“Following the announcement about the steps to coming out of lockdown, we are delighted to announce that our salon will provisionally reopen in April. However, we will not begin the process of booking appointments until the beginning of April.”
MY HAIR BAR
“To all our dear clients, we would like to thank you for your continued support during this pandemic. In April we will still be working with our new working rota and staggered appointment system with sanitiser stations throughout the salon.”
ELITE HAIR LOUNGE
“We absolutely cannot wait to service you again. FYI, all customers that had appointments that were cancelled due to lockdown will be contacted directly. The diary will then be open for everyone else to book. See you soon!”
HYPE COIFFURE
“The salon return is almost in sight, so we’re getting organised for reopening. Please call to book in with your stylist. Keep an eye on our socials for salon updates and possible special offers. We look forward to welcoming you all back.”
BEAUTY BY NUMBERS
The UK’s most wanted trends on the come up
Not to be confused with the winged eyeliner trend that’s been around for years, the straighter tip of the fox eye helps to achieve a sexier almond-shaped aesthetic.
@makeupbyshaniah
In this quirky trend, tiny dots of natural henna paste are applied across the bridge of the nose and cheeks to get a freckled sun-kissed look.
@sarahlvf
The K-beauty gadget has come to the rescue for removing stubborn blackheads. Painless and easy to use, you can purchase one for less than £20.
@pmdbeauty
With TikTok users churning out new beauty hacks almost weekly, it’s no surprise that some of the fads from 2020 are tapering off. Here are the trends that have taken a tumble in search numbers... TAKING A DROP
Data collated by Tanologist
Searches for this at-home spa beauty treatment sky-rocketed over lockdown and it quickly became the secret complexionclearing weapon we all needed. @denisevasi
+186%
Forget Snapchat filters - face sheets and homemade face masks are the new selfie to upload on your feed. With pamper sessions on the up, it’s a beauty bandwagon worth jumping on (with gorgeous results).
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1. Sleek MakeUP Lifeproof Mattifying Fixing Mist, £6.99 • 2. Un_did Water Tint For Face, £19 •
3. War Paint Foundation, £24 • 4. Green People Volumising Mascara, £17.50 • 5. House 99 All Bright Bronzer, £18
Make-up for the mandem
Make-up for men is on the up. According to Allied Market Research, the male global personal care market will reach $166bn by 2022. Rapper A$AP Rocky put the focus on men’s skincare when he became ambassador for the launch of Fenty Skin, while social media influencers are also powering the trend with famous male beauty vloggers such as Gary Thomas, otherwise known as @theplasticboy, fronting campaigns for L’Oréal and Superdrug. When it comes to make-up, the larger-than-life glow ups seen on Instagram are slowly trickling down to the mainstream man. For an increasing number, make-up is now the norm – particularly if you watch TOWIE and Love Island. Even French president Emmanuel Macron has his own personal make-up artist and a hefty cosmetics bill to match. Beauty brands have been fast to take note and we’ve seen an explosion of new launches that are either gender-neutral or specifically for men. So from bronzers to mascara, here are our favourites for the mandem…
SLEEK MAKEUP
Fixing Mist
For men looking for endurance, Sleek Make-Up’s Lifeproof Mattifying Fixing Mist promises to keep products in place for up to 12 hours. Super lightweight and oilfree, the formula is kind to the skin while its gender-neutral packaging will appeal to all.
UN_DID
Water Tint
Offering sheer to medium coverage, this cooling and hydrating BB cream is enriched with a freshness complex and hyaluronic acid for skincare and enhancement in one hit. Choose from three shades and its colour correcting technology will adapt to your natural tone.
WAR PAINT Foundation
If you suffer from an uneven complexion, this men’s foundation provides just enough coverage to create a flawless yet naturallooking base. The formula comes in a choice of five different shades to suit all skin tones and is perfect for special occasions or wearing every day.
Foundation is no longer just for women, more men are including it in their daily routine too…
THE NEW NORM: MEN SLAYING THE MAKE-UP GAME
With a surge in content for male beauty inspo, here are the boy wonders serving subtle make-up vibes for the ‘gram
GREEN PEOPLE
Mascara
Green People’s gender-neutral mascara is designed to tame unruly eyebrows and define eyelashes in a minimal makeup way. Use it alone or with other products to create a perfectly polished yet completely natural looking result.
HOUSE 99
Bronzer
David Beckham’s grooming range includes this geltextured bronzer that’s great for adding warmth to the skin. Its natural streak-free finish is completely undetectable – even on beards – and treats the skin to an instant hydration boost for a naturallooking healthy glow.
@duayneavis
@nicolas_barno
@mad_adiyoo
@theplasticboy
DITCH THE CHEMICALS
Bakuchiol is the new natural skincare ingredient set to replace retinol. Must-try products topping our list include plant-based Monat Botanic Bakuchiol Lotion, suitable even for those with sensitive skin and eczema, as well as the Herbivore Alternative Serum, which works to reduce fines lines and blemishes. Last but not least, the Scientia Peach & Glow Hydra Skin Tonic has been our lockdown 3.0 saviour for reviving dull complexions.
@urbanflowerco
Caption: Keeping London LIVELY
spell loves FEED YOUR INNER PRODUCT JUNKIE
From natural retinol alternatives to pastel pink locks, here are the launches we’re lusting after this month
INSTA LOVE
Pics & captions we’ve liked on the ‘gram this month
@suqqu_europe
Caption: Let the Spring Sun light up your face with Signature Color Eyes 02.
Caption: Don’t try to figure out how I get my hair like this. Observe it. Respect it.
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Caption: When I say self you say care. Muse: @bl0unt
@crwndapp
Herbivore Alternative Serum, £45
Monat Botanic Bakuchiol Lotion, £80
Scientia Peach & Glow Hydra Skin Tonic, £24
IVY WILD
Scalp Soother, £8.49
MORPHE 2
Concealer, £12
BAD HABIT
Eye Cream, £19
HAIR GAIN
Hair Gummies, £29.99
ED’S PICKS
When it comes to beauty, spring is the perfect time to turn over a new leaf. With this in mind, Spell ’s editor has curated a new season starter kit to banish tired eyes, perk up dull complexions and give flagging edges around the hairline a kick-start.
THINK PINK
Pastel hair colours are always a hit for the spring and summer months. But there’s a goto shade this year - and it’s pink. Fun, daring and bold, remember if you plan to dye your own natural hair it will involve some bleaching. For upkeep, look to Bleach London’s bundle sets that will help keep your hair hydrated and your shade zingy. Price £30
BIG BEAUTIFUL HAIR
Transform your natural locks in a snap with Outre Big Beautiful Hair Clipins. Now available at spellbeauty.com, these human blended hair extensions are a reincarnation of 4a to 4c curl types *fist pumps the air* and blownout texture. Perfect for adding oomph to braid-outs and natural styles that require heat. Tag us in your Big Beautiful Hair pics and we’ll repost @spellbeautyuk . Price from £20.49
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WORD UP!
Add these brilliant books on black hair to your TBR pile
DON’T TOUCH MY HAIR by Emma Dabiri, £9.99 (Allen Lane)
Described as ‘groundbreaking’ by The Guardian, Irish-Nigerian author Emma Dabiri taps into the conversations swirling around right now about the politics of black hair. You’re sure to #hardrelate to the experiences of the author herself and - like us - find yourself bookmarking your favourite pages. Expect an investigation into the impact of colonialism and the way black people have been conditioned to think about their own hair. Essential reading for all.
FOR THE kids
Must-have books for early readers that celebrate self-love and the beauty of black hair
The world is finally recognising black women’s hair in all its complexity and beauty. The shift is apparent from the extended shelf space for curly-haired products in high street stores to a move away from the perception that afro styles are ‘unprofessional’. The change in conversation has been aided by prominent women in the media, such as political powerhouses Michelle Obama and Kamala Harris, who have familiarised, popularised and championed the versatility of afro hair with the wider world. Here are our favourite must-read books that are helping to spread the word about afro hair and all its glory...
GOOD HAIR: THE ESSENTIAL GUIDE TO AFRO TEXTURED
AND CURLY HAIR
by Charlotte Mensah, £14.99 (Penguin)
Where would we be without Charlotte Mensah? The first black woman to be inducted into the British Hairdressing Hall of Fame, she’s ploughed her hairdressing knowledge and personal story into this insightful book. It includes intimate autobiographical sections while there’s plenty of tips in here too – from her personal views on co-washing (don’t do it) to a step-by-step guide on traditional bantu knots. Charlotte has it all covered.
TENDERHEADED: A COMB-BENDING COLLECTION OF HAIR STORIES
Edited by Pamela Johnson & Juliette Harris, £14.99 (Washington Square Press)
This book is like the Wikipedia of black women’s hair – from essays, poems and stories on its cultural importance and historical significance to quotes, arts and photos. We love the touching letter from A’Lelia Perry Bundles to her greatgrandmother, the self-made haircare pioneer Madam C.J. Walker, who was brought to screen by Octavia Spencer in last year’s riveting Netflix series, Self-Made.
TEXTURES: THE HISTORY AND ART OF BLACK HAIR by Kent State University, £39.95 (Hirmer Verlag)
A book that wouldn’t look out of place on the most stylish of coffee tables, Textures weaves academia and art into one beautiful tome. It stretches back to look at the ‘hair-story’ of people of African descent and talks to today’s leading activists and cultural stars, such as artist Sonya Clark, about their perceptions and experiences. Let’s not forget how visually stunning this book is too - it’s definitely worthy of taking pride of place on your shelves.
Taye’s Hairy Adventure by Zenovia Grant, £7.99 (Amazon)
Your Hair Is Your Crown by Jessica Dunrod, £6.99 (Lily Translates Ltd)
Coco Loves Her Curly Hair by Colleen Dixon, £6.99 (Amazon)
5 REASONS TO TRY fermented skincare
Here’s why we’re buying into the game-changing Korean beauty trend
1. Korean women are big fans With their flawless natural-looking skin, Korean women know a thing or two about beauty. So when a skincare trend hits the UK that already has their stamp of approval, you’d better believe we’re taking note. Of course, fermenting natural ingredients is nothing new; humans have been adding yeast and gut-friendly bacteria to foods for centuries to enhance flavour and increase health benefits (think kefir, miso and kimchi). “Fermentation is a process by which bacteria – or microorganisms like yeast – transform a substrate,” explains Dr Marie Drago, founder of skincare brand Gallinée. This breaks down or alters the ingredients of a natural compound, helping to enhance its nutrients. “It’s one of the oldest skills developed by humans,” she adds. “And the more we learn about it, the more we can use
precise bacteria on precise plants to create exact fermented products that meet our skincare needs.”
2. The ingredients are more active and therefore more potent
Just like the fermentation process can upgrade the health benefits of certain foods, it can also increase the potency of skincare ingredients. “Natural ingredients fermented by bacteria can produce a whole lot of new actives,” explains Dr Drago. “Bacteria transform simple fibres or sugars into totally new ingredients such as vitamins, acids or emollients.” Alicia Schweiger, co-founder of Swiss skincare brand Elixseri, adds: “Fermentation produces powerful by-products such as additional proteins, amino-acids, fruit acids, vitamins and polysaccharides. These are remarkable exfoliators, hydrators and collagen preservers, which are
essential for the skin’s metabolic processes.” And it gets better...
3. The products absorb easily
The fermentation process also helps to break down ingredients into smaller parts, reducing their molecular size and enabling them to be more easily absorbed by the skin: “The ingredients become smaller and possess a lower molecular weight, making them more bioavailable to the skin,” explains Dr Nitasha Buldeo, founder of natural skincare brand Organic Apoteke.
4. You can find something for all skin types and concerns
Fermented skincare can benefit everyone - the trick is picking out the best ingredients for your skin’s individual needs. So, if you want to fight wrinkles and reduce dark spots without irritating the skin, products containing fermented red ginseng are for you. Or, if you’re looking for a plumper and softer complexion, fermented soy can help boost the skin’s own production of hyaluronic acid. Likewise, green tea seed oil has superior moisturising benefits and the complex fermentation process releases an extra hit of vitamin E, free fatty acids and polyphenols.
5. You can upgrade to fermented skincare today
You probably already use fermented skincare products without knowing it. Lactic acid, for example, is derived from fermented milk. And new products are being developed all the time, with beauty brands fermenting a whole host of superfoods - from green tea and wasabi to pumpkin. “It’s easy to slip fermented products into your skincare routine,” says Karen Gerrard, founder of Seams Beauty. “Start by replacing your regular toner with a fermented essence to use after cleansing. Many fermented products have multiple uses too, making them time saving as an added bonus.”
Primark
From imported wig accessories to lustworthy skincare and new Instagram fashion brands, here’s what caught our magpie eyes this month. Remember, you saw it here first!
FANTASTIC FOUR
Supercharge your skincare regime with our fermented favourites
HYDRATION HIT
Jane Scrivner Bioluronic Buzz, £32
Containing natural bio fermented hyaluronic acid, this silky gel formula delivers instant hydration to the skin – resulting in an intense plumping effect after the first application and a firmer youthful-looking complexion.
FEEL REVITALISED
Elixseri Opening Act Overnight Resurfacing Skin
Renewal Treatment, £76
With a fermented blend of nutrient-rich fruits and botanicals, this overnight gel-serum works while you sleep to remove dead cells, cellular debris and product build-uprevealing fresher and smoother skin.
ENERGY BOOSTER
Bobbi Brown Skin Reviver No.91, £30
This supercharged remedy energises the skin, replenishing it with vital nutrients when it feels tired or damaged. Packed with a potent combination of fermented ingredients, it works under your moisturiser to revive and restore the skin.
GLOW UP
Elemis Superfood AHA Glow Cleansing Butter, £30
Perfect for removing every last trace of make-up and everyday grime, this glow-getting cleanser contains a unique blend of fermented pumpkin and acerola cherry to help brighten, nourish and hydrate the skin.
BAD
MELYON
Elixseri
Bobbi Brown
Elemis
Jane Scrivner
The
HOT NOT SPELL-OMETER
LIKE MOTHER, LIKE DAUGHTER
What’s hot and what’s not in the world of Spell DO OR DON’T?
Serena Williams is joined by daughter Olympia for Stuart Weitzman’s SS21 campaign
GOLDEN GLOW
Viola Davis’ Golden Globes glow was created with the affordable L’Oréal Paris Revitalift Derm Pure Hyaluronic Acid Serum!
MS JACKSON
NASA has named its Washington, D.C HQ after ‘hidden figure’ Mary W. Jackson, its first black female engineer
BULLETIN
Launches, promos and discounts you don’t want to miss
Our fingers are hovering over the ‘book now’ button for our next holiday - but we need some more certainty before we can click!
TIDY THOSE TALONS
It’s been too long since we’ve been in the nail salon. Roll on 12 April!
SAVE OUR HAIR
A study has identified hair loss as a longterm symptom of COVID-19, with women most at risk
#Spellsquad influencer Joanna George tries out new protective styles
What did you like about wearing the latest Urban Water Wave?
It’s great to wear curls/coils whilst still protecting my hair and avoiding heat. It was my first time ever doing a crochet style, and I was thrilled with the outcome. I’ll be doing it again.
What’s your favourite protective style?
It would have to be either passion twists or Senegalese twists. They’re both styles that I think suit my personality and compliment my features. I’m just in love with how beautiful twist styles look.
Any plans to switch up your look any further?
I prefer styles that don’t draw too much attention. But one trend that I would love to try out is temporaryily temporarily a hair colour wax. I really miss dyeing my hair, so I’d probably go for a gorgeous copper colour.
What has changed about the way you style your hair in the last year?
I’ve definitely stepped out of my comfort zone by experimenting with more natural hairstyles. Before I would only wear my hair in a ballet bun, if I didn’t have braids in. But now I’m rocking braid outs, canerows and headwraps. I’m learning to proudly embrace my natural hair and all of its unique qualities.
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BEAUTY
BAD HABIT uk.morphe.com
BLACKUP blackup.co.uk
BOBBI BROWN bobbibrown.co.uk
ELEMIS elemis.com
ELIXSERI elixseri.co.uk
GREEN PEOPLE greenpeople.co.uk
HERBIVORE cultbeauty.co.uk
HERBY herbybox.com
HOUSE 99 boots.com
HUDA BEAUTY hudabeauty.com
JANE SCRIVNER janescrivner.co.uk
MAC COSMETICS uk.morphe.com
MONAT monatglobal.com
MORPHE uk.morphe.com
SCIENTIA scientiabeauty.com
STILA stila.co.uk
TOM FORD tomford.co.uk
UN_DID theundid.com
UOMA uomabeauty.com
WARPAINT warpaintformen.com
HAIR
BARE & NATURAL spellbeauty.com
BIG BEAUTIFUL HAIR spellbeauty.com
BLEACH LONDON bleachlondon.com
HAIR GAIN hairgainnow.com
IVY WILD hairgrade.com
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SALONS
AFROTHERAPY 235 Fore Street, London, N18 2TZ, 020 8345 5621
ANNE VECK 33 St Clements, Oxford, OX4 1AB, 01865 727 077
APRIL HAIR SALON 5 Bull Street, Burnley, BB11 1DW, 01282 839 726
COBELLA 5 Kensington High Street, London, W8 5NP, 020 7118 1277
DKUK 191 Queen's Road, Peckham, London, SE15 2NG, 020 3609 0920
ELITE HAIR LOUNGE 24 Sidney Road, London, SW9 0TS, 020 7207 5904
GEORGE KOSIT HAIR 10-12 Bristol Street, Birmingham, B5 7AA, 0121 622 6782
HAIR 305 305 Brompton Road, London, SW3 2DY, 020 7118 1277
HYPE COIFFURE 186 Lavender Hill, Battersea, London, SW11 5TQ, 020 7223 3800
JUNIOR GREEN LONDON 55 Kensington Church Street, London, W8 4BA, 020 7752 0620
LATHANIEL’S COUTURE 196 Coldharbour Lane, London, SE5 9QH, 020 3601 0683
MIMI ET MINA 16 Needham Road, London, W11 2RP, 020 7727 9356
MY HAIR BAR 22 Warren Street, London, W1T 5LU, 020 7380 0188
NAILS & BROWS 31 Berkeley Street, London, W1J 8EJ, 020 7499 5245
NEW YORK HAIR DESIGN 2 Langham Parade, London, N15 3ND, 020 8888 3397
NICKY OLIVER HAIRDRESSING 32 Oldham Street, Manchester, M1 1JN, 0161 241 0380
PECKHAM PALMS Peckham Palm Arcade, Unit 1-14 Bournemouth Close, Peckham Rye, London, SE15 4PB, 020 7062 2000
PURELY NATURAL 119 The Grove, London, E15 1EN, 020 8221 0122
SIMPLY GORGEOUS 79 Kingsgate Road, Kilburn, London, NW6 4JY, 020 7625 4500
THE CURL BAR 210 Middle Lane, Hornsey, London, N8 7LA, 020 3667 7204
THE HAIR SANCTUARY 90b Mitford Street, Manchester, M32 8AQ, 0161 536 1249
THINK PRETTY 301 High Road Leytonstone, London, E11 4HH, 020 7232 5168
SHOPS
NORTH LONDON
EDMONTON HAIR & COSMETICS LIMITED 257-159 Fore Street, Edmonton, N18 2TY, 0208 887 6158
HAIRITAGE 1 Queens Parade, Walm Lane NW2 5HT, 020 3417 4844
PAK’S HAIR BOUTIQUE 25 Stroud Green Road, Stroud Green, N4 3EF, 0207 263 2331
PAK’S HAIR & COSMETICSHARLESDEN 57 Craven Park Road, Harlesden, NW10, 8SH, 0208 963 1730
EAST LONDON
BEAUTY QUEEN COSMETICS Unit 19, 70-73 The Mall, The Stratford Centre, Stratford, E15 1XQ, 0208 534 8786
JUDITH'S HAIR & BEAUTY Barking Rd, London E13 8HJ, 07949 818778
PAK COSMETICS 212 Heathway, Dagenham, Greater London RM10 9NS, 0208 592 9108
QUEENS COSMETICS 391 Green St, Upton Park, E13 9AU, 0208 471 1699
SUPERGROWS COSMETICS 24-25 Queens Market, Upton Park, E13 9BA, 0208 552 9886
YOUR HAIR & BEAUTY Stratford Centre, 20 Broadway, E15 4QS, 0208 555 0946
SOUTH LONDON
PAK’S HAIR CENTRE 141 Rye Lane, Peckham, SE15 4ST, 0207 732 2822
SABINA HAIR & COSMETICS
68-70 Rye Lane, Peckham, SE15 5BY, 0207 469 7356
SABINA 69 Mitcham Road, Tooting Broadway, SW17 9PB, 0208 682 0055
SABINA 6B Greens End, Woolwich, SE18 6HX, 0208 855 5266
YOUR HAIR & BEAUTY 37 Lewis Grove, Lewisham, SE13 6BG, 0208 318 0999
NORTH WEST ENGLAND
PAUL’S HAIR WORLD 53 Barbirolli Way, Arndale Centre, Manchester, M4 2HU, 0161 839 0708
PAUL’S HAIR WORLD 29-30 Oldham Street, Manchester, M1 1JG, 0161 834 6498
RAPUNZELS HAIR CITY 315 Smithdown Road, Liverpool, Merseyside, L15 0EB, 0151 733 4333
LIVERPOOL HAIR & COSMETICS
31 Dawson Way, St Johns Shopping Centre, Liverpool, Merseyside, L1 1LY, 0151 708 0699
YORKSHIRE & THE HUMBER
CC HAIR & BEAUTY 256-258 Roundhay Road, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS8 5RL, 0113 249 5562
BRITS HAIR & BEAUTY 30 Kirkgate, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD1 1QL, 01274 733 287
PRISSY'S 6 Saint James Road, Halifax, West Yorkshire, HX1 1YS, 01422 345 482
CC HAIR & BEAUTY 119-129 Chapeltown Road, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS7 3DU, 0113 262 3728
TALKING HEADS 51-57 St Sepulchre Gate, Doncaster, DN1 1UB, 01302 328 720
CC HAIR & BEAUTY Unit 2 & 3 Leeming House, Vicar Lane, Leeds, LS1 6BY, 07709 836 498
WEST MIDLANDS
TZ ENTERPRISES 40 Queen Street, Wolverhampton, West Midlands, WV1 3JW, 01902 574 920
EAST ANGLIA
BEAUTY BY ZARA Grays, Essex, RM17 6QJ, 01375 376 050
SOUTH EAST ENGLAND
MIA HAIR & BEAUTY 41 Mill Street Luton, LU1 2NA, 01582 727 878
ABV HAIR & BEAUTY STORE 79 Lowfield Street, Dartford, Kent, DA1, 01322 276 003
BISMI COSMETICS 7 Farthing Grove, Netherfield, Milton Keynes, MK6 4HH, 01908 393 144
MAADE HAIR & BEAUTY 4 Rhode Street, ME4 4AL, 01634924102
QUEEN MALAIKA 29 Kingston Road, Portsmouth, PO2 7DP, 02392862044
SCOTLAND
ELEORA LTD 94 King Street, Aberdeen, AB24 5BA, 0122 446 7896
SINE HAIR & BEAUTY 196 Hope Street, Glasgow G2 2UG, 0141 237 4556
LUSH HAIR Unit 38-41 Inshop Paisley Centre, High St., Paisley, Glasgow, 0141 887 7025
VELVET VIBES
Hair that gives off the right energy
Easy to dye, tone and bleach –The Feme Collection V ™ Virgin Remi hair at its purest.
VIRGIN REMI