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PAMPERING FOR DAD

BRIGHTER SKIN THE EASY WAY

The latest in scientific skin care from

Lemon & Beaker is a revitalising, fragrance-free, deeply hydrating sheet mask featuring micro current galvanic charged points. These micro current points allow delivery of the semi-gel serum deep into the skin. This rich, semi-gel serum has been formulated to provide intense hydration with key ingredients NZ manuka oil to nourish skin and harakeke extract to soothe and replenish. A combination of eight hyaluronic acids with ceramides and seven botanical extracts have been included. Lemon & Beaker Glavanic Brightening Mask (RRP $25) available from selected pharmacies nationwide.

Once again Natio has released a thoughtful collection of Father’s Day gift sets which are nourishing, practical and offer something for a range of budgets. Infused with natural plant extracts and essential oils, the just-for-him skincare, shaving and sun protection products fulfil daily grooming needs. Check out the following:

Everyday: (RRP $26.99) Featuring Natio For Men antiperspirant deodorant and Spice of Life body wash, in a Natio toiletry bag.

Shave: (RRP $29.99) including Natio for Men smooth shave gel, firming face moisturiser and shave brush in a recyclable gift box.

Energy: (RRP $39.99) The ultimate skincare regime to cleanse and revitalise face and body with full size daily face wash, new SPF 50+ face moisturiser and Spice of Life body wash, also in a toiletry bag.

Great: (RRP $59.99) A blockbuster Natio gift set with antiperspirant deodorant, daily face wash, SPF 50+ face moisturiser, smooth shave gel and Spice of Life body wash in a toiletry bag.

Any one product from the ClarinsMen Hydration Essentials range, formulated especially for guys, is a great way to tell dad he’s special come Father’s Day. In particular, this ‘wake-up and cleanse your skin’ gift pack, enriched with energising, organic bison grass extract, is sure to prove a winner. At RRP $68 it contains ClarinsMen Super Moisture Balm (50ml), Active Face Wash (30ml) and Shampoo and Shower (30ml) and is available at selected department stores and pharmacies from August 9 2021.

WRAP DAD IN LOVE WITH CLARINSMEN HYDRATION ESSENTIALS

STICK TO ARDELL FOR FAB FINGERNAILS

Forget hiding unsightly fingernails in your pockets. Popular falsie brand, Ardell has launched three new premium Nail Addict styles to give natural nails a beautiful finish. So, say goodbye to smudging, chips and dry down time – luxury stick-on nails have arrived and stay locked on for long hours at the office right through to glam nights on the town. Each kit contains 24 pro designer nails for multiple use as well as professional nail glue, nail file and cuticle stick for super simple application. Featuring modern styles in on trend colours, Ardell has a Nail Addict set(RRP $21.99) ready to impress and available at leading pharmacies.

BODY BUTTER ECO WRAPPED

Weleda Skin Food is a beauty ‘must-have’ for those who know the benefits of its plantbased, intensely nourishing and hydrating formulas. Committed to maintaining high environmental standards, Weleda has launched its Skin Food Body Butter in a new glass jar made from up to 85% recycled green glass and housed in a cardboard outer box made from up to 85% recycled paper. Skin Food Body Butter provides intensive skin care, being non greasy, with a rich texture to help soothe and restore dry skin. It includes shea and coco butter, sunflower seed oil and rosemary, camomile, calendula and pansy extracts. Vegan friendly and dermatologically approved for atopic skin, Weleda Skin Food Body Butter (RRP $29.90, 150ml) is available at Farmer, health stores and pharmacies.

MORE OPTIONS THAN dentures

Prosthodontist, JOHN BELL, talks about alternatives to dentures and ways to improve your smile.

Your smile is one of the first things others will notice about you. Discoloured, missing or broken teeth will certainly influence the way strangers and friends react to you.

A great smile is the way to create an immediate good impression. This can influence many aspects of your life from personal relationships to employment opportunities.

In my (many) years of dental practice, I have seen the evolution of numerous new technologies which make the restoration of not only smiles, but eating function, predictable and long lasting.

Partial or full dentures were once the only way to replace missing teeth. These are still an option but, today, there are many more options with better looking and more stable results.

Dentures will become loose over time and can also be damaging to the other teeth and gums. These days, implants and bridges offer a stable, comfortable and long term solution which not only looks better but functions better too.

Stained or fractured teeth, which may have old unsightly fillings, can be crowned or veneered. These will restore beauty and function to existing teeth. Often, just replacing stained, old fillings can achieve the desired improvement.

Full dentures which are loose or uncomfortable can often be stabilised with implants and this not only leads to better chewing ability but to greater social confidence as well.

A huge problem I frequently see is patients with inadequate dentures who avoid many foods because they simple can’t eat them. This can lead to nutritional issues, especially in older patients or those with underlying health issues.

As a registered specialist prosthodontist, I not only carry out routine dentistry but have a speciality in that branch of dentistry which specialises in crowns, bridges, implants and dentures.

So, if you would like to have a better smile, improve those old broken teeth or maybe replace inadequate dentures, why not contact us and we can advise you on what is possible?

There are always treatment choices and by discussing these with you we allow you to make the best, informed choice.

Specialist Dentistry available locally

John Bell Dental is a family orientated practice offering a wide range dental treatments from general dentistry to specialised treatment involving crowns, bridges and implants.

Your teeth are important to us and we look forward to welcoming you to our practice.

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A MORE aromatic dad!

There was a time when the scent of a man was all about sweat from a day’s toil. But today’s modern male has come a long way and is most likely to indulge in fragrant after shaves, colognes and even perfume.

What better time than Father’s Day to treat the man in your life? However, if fragrances are a new direction for him then he should tag along on the buying trip –there is much to learn.

To help those men starting to experiment here’s a guide to help navigate the dizzying variety of products available.

TYPES – All perfumed fragrances are made by mixing different ratios of essential oils (also called perfume essence) with alcohol. The more essential oils there are in a product, the longer the aroma lingers — and the more expensive the bottle is.

Here’s a breakdown as to how much essential oil is in these products:

• Eau de cologne:

three to five per cent

• Eau de toilette:

six to 12 per cent

• Eau de parfum:

13 to 19 per cent • Perfume: 20 to 40 per cent FRAGRANCES – The intensity of a fragrance should suit your man’s personality and style. The smell should bring up fond memories and feelings of confidence, security and calm. Fruity, aquatic and citrusy notes are great for those who want to project strength, spontaneity and fun. On the other hand, woody, spicy and earthy fragrances, on the other hand, allow the wearer to adopt an air of confidence, virility and mystery.

SAMPLING – Don’t try too many fragrances at once, otherwise it will become almost impossible to tell them apart. Once you’ve found something you like, apply some to the wrist and then wait until the next day to purchase. The delay will let you discern the complexities of the fragrance and decide whether you like wearing it. To start the search for a new fragrance, simply visit a nearby pharmacy, department store or cosmetic counter –knowledgeable staff will be able to help with your selection.