Tuesday

More Great News from Solo Hair & Beauty!


Solo Hair & Beauty are proud to announce that Vicky Squirrell has completed all of her Dermalogica training, to become a Dermalogica Expert.
She has made it to the top 300 Dermalogica Expert skin therapists in the UK. What this means to the clients is that she is able to offer a high quality skin treatment, and help solve skin problems. She under went all of her training at St Ives in Cambridge and covered 27 courses over an 18 month time period. Vicky Said "I enjoy helping people, and I love the way the products make the clients look and feel. Above all I love the results!"




Gift set now available for Christmas Presents 
You can purchase these either in salon or in our online shop on the link below


We are holding yet another great Christmas event! why not book your place for just £5.00, turn up on the night, collect your passport and enter a winter wonderland, Collect all the destinations and we will reward you with a fabulous goody bag.Treat your self to mini treats table and a micro zone and as if that's not enough you will be able to claim your £5.00 back on any purchase on the night!!
 Interested now all we need to tell you is that it's on Thursday 28th November between 6-8 pm.
Please give us a call to make sure we book you in and then we can get your goody bag ready for you.
01799 521800

We look forward to seeing you soon.
Join us on Facebook of twitter to keep up to date with all of our goings on, 
Look out for our special news next week!!!!!

Walking in a winter wonderland



Walking in a Winter Wonderland

We have had a perfect Summer, but now seem to be having a blustery Autumn, and we are already thinking about the prospects of a cold winter. Why not get ahead of the coming Winter weather with Solo Hair & Beauty?

GHD Wonderland Deluxe Box
 Limited edition ghd wonderland deluxe kit – an enchanting gift set for perfect styling featuring the ghd wonderland V styler and ghd air™ in a gorgeous iridescent finish that shimmers in a spectrum of cool blue, lilac and teal shades. This enchanting styler, which shares all the features of the ghd V gold classic styler, has sparkling black plates that glide effortlessly through your hair to make straightening on all hair types and lengths quick and easy, while the plates’ contoured edges are great for curls and waves. Delivering a salon finish up to 2x faster*, the ghd air’s powerful 2,100W professional-strength motor and patented removable air filter deliver high pressure air flow for super-fast drying, while advanced ionic technology reduces frizz and flyaways to give a smooth salon-style finish in half the time*. The wonderland deluxe kit is everything you need for a good hair day, every day. *compared to regular consumer hairdryers 
£195.00

GHD Wonderland Straighteners 
Step into a wintery world full of magic with the limited edition ghd wonderland styler gift set. This enchanting styler, which shares all the features of the ghd V gold classic styler, shines in a spectrum of cool blue, lilac and teal shades and, with its iridescent finish, changes colour in different lights and from different angles. Sparkling black plates glide effortlessly through your hair to make straightening on all hair types and lengths quick and easy. And if it’s curls and waves you want to create, the plates’ contoured edges are designed to give you perfect results every time. Each styler is packed with handy features such as an extra long cord to allow for flexible styling, automatic sleep mode after 30 minutes without use and universal voltage, so you can use your styler anywhere in the world. The gift set is completed with two sectioning clips and a co-ordinating styler bag that unzips to become a heat-resistant mat – perfect for using at home or when travelling. 
£135.00

GHD Wonderland Air
 A wintery world full of magic with the limited edition ghd wonderland ghd air™. This professional hairdryer is accented with a spectrum of cool blue, lilac and teal shades and with its iridescent finish, changes colour in different lights and from different angles. Delivering a salon finish up to 2x faster*, the ghd air’s powerful 2,100W professional-strength motor and patented removable air filter deliver high pressure air flow for super-fast drying, while advanced ionic technology reduces frizz and flyaways to give a smooth salon-style finish in half the time*. Variable power and temperature controls, plus the choice of two nozzles, allow you to tailor your blow-dry to your hair type, while a cool shot button helps lock your finished style in place with a blast of cold air. The wonderland ghd air™ is also easy to use thanks to an ergonomic design that makes it comfortable to hold for both left and right-handed users, and a 3m long power cable that gives total flexibility as you style. The wonderland ghd air™ is compatible with the ghd air™ diffuser. *compared to regular consumer hairdryers.
£99.00

Everything you need for style perfection

Everything you need for hair perfection in a gorgeous gift box. The ghd paddle brush is perfect for detangling and smoothing all hair types, while the handy sectioning clips make for an easy blow-dry. Spritz on ghd Style Straight & Smooth Spray before drying or straightening for longer-lasting smoothness. As a finishing touch, reach for the ghd Style Final Shine Spray for all-over glossy shine.
£39.00



All I want for Christmas is OPI

All I want for Christmas is O.P.I, Especially with Mariah Carey as the face of O.P.I this Christmas. With 12 beautiful colours combining bright reds, deep purples and shiny golds and silvers, you can have beautiful nails whatever the weather!

OPI Gel colour also available in some shades book in for the Christmas party for just £35.00

A juicy bunch of six festive scented hand creams will mean touchable soft hands in these cold conditions. 
Warm up to strong nails with beautiful woolly gloves and nail envy to make you nails feel stronger. Amazing Christmas Gift sets available for Christmas so get organised!
 

Thursday

Sunscreen Savvy



Take Care in the Sun

With things really hotting up outside you MUST look after your skin!

Skin cancer statistics 
source: http://www.skincancer.org/skin-cancer-information/skin-cancer-facts
http://www.cancerresearchuk.org/cancer-info/cancerstats/keyfacts/skin-cancer

About 90 percent of nonmelanoma skin cancers are associated with exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun.

Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States. More than 3.5 million skin cancers in over two million people are diagnosed annually.

Each year there are more new cases of skin cancer than the combined incidence of cancers of the breast, prostate, lung and colon. 

From 1970 to 2009, the incidence of melanoma increased by 800 percent among young women and 400 percent among young men. 

1 in 50 men and women will be diagnosed with melanoma of the skin during their lifetime.

Over the last thirty years, rates of malignant melanoma in Great Britain have risen faster than any of the current top ten cancers

People from the most affluent areas are more likely to be diagnosed with malignant melanoma than those from the more deprived areas

Malignant melanoma survival rates have been improving for the last twenty-five years and are now amongst the highest for any cancer.

How Solo Hair & Beauty can help you.


At Solo Hair & Beauty we only use high quality professional products. We are a Dermalogica appointed salon for beauty and Matrix approved hair care specialist


Dermalogica have a great range to protect your skin from premature aging and permanent damage.
The chart below shows which products to choose from, it clearly shows the skin type in the coloured banners and then explains what each product is good for.



Buy your dermalogica sunscreen now, just follow the link
                      http://buy.dermalogica.co.uk/home.php?partner=33818

To look after you hair on holiday why not choose one of the biolage shampoo and conditioners. We recommend colour saving shampoo (colourtherapie).
    • Contains pure botanical extracts of bee pollen, kelp and Quillaja (soapbark tree extract)
    • Gentle enough to cleanses daily without stripping
    • Hair color stays truer for longer





or Hydratherapie,hydrating shampoo that gently cleanses and moisturises while leaving hair wonderfully soft, shiny and healthy.
  • Replenish dry, stressed hair with a dose of intense moisture.
  • Infused with a complex of algae and aloe vera to help restore hair's moisture balance.
  • Hydrating Shampoo, Conditioning Balm and Cera-Repair® treatment nourish hair for superior softness, shine and manageability. With Aloe Vera, Wheat Germ and Algae

                                 

Enjoy the summer, please look after your skin and hair, 
you only get to wear them once!

                                     

Wednesday

The Great Gatsby

 
 
 

Solo Hair & Beauty

 We can't wait to see The Great Gatsby! 

Storyline

An adaptation of F. Scott Fitzgerald's Long Island-set novel, where Midwesterner Nick Carraway is lured into the lavish world of his neighbor, Jay Gatsby. Soon enough, however, Carraway will see through the cracks of Gatsby's nouveau riche existence, where obsession, madness, and tragedy await. Written byAnonymous
 
 
 
 
 






















Dermalogica products used by make-up artist Diane Dusting in "The Great Gatsby"
Available at Solo Hair & Beauty, Saffron Walden, Essex CB11 4AA
 
 
How did the cast of 'The Great Gatsby' get that AMAZING skin glow (especially in the party scene?) Our SkinPerfect Primer spf30, Total Eyecare SPF 15, Ultracalming Serum concentrate, Ultracalming Mist
 
"The Great Gatsby" Review
11 May 2013 | by (United States) – See all my reviews
Baz Luhrmann's "The Great Gatsby," is fairly accurate to the classic novel and keeps most of its themes intact. However, Luhrmann's own flair adds a new dimension to the story. Visually this film is incredibly stunning. From grand sets to the detailed period dresses, this film is a treat for the eyes. Never once does it not take your breath away from its impressive scenery. Many people might be worried about the updated music, but there is nothing to fear. Jay-Z's track works incredible well with the film and complements the era in which it is set.

The direction in this film is impeccable. The cinematography is marvelous and really lets the viewer absorb the sheer artistry that has gone into making this film. Luhrmann keeps a high level of energy throughout the film and the party sequences are choreographed and edited in a way that it makes you feel envious of not being apart of it. Editing in the film is seamless and really keeps the viewer engaged. A common criticism the film receives is that it is more style than substance, however, I must disagree. This modern interpretation doesn't forget its themes and morals from the classic F. Scott Fitzgerald tale.

Performances are phenomenal by the entire cast. Carey Mulligan's Daisy is every bit as careless as one would expect, but she also manages to show some complexity in her role. Tobey Maguire is a great avatar for us to take on as we enter this film. He is very much the viewer as he sees everything happening, but is ultimately helpless to change anything. The true standouts in the film are Joel Edgerton and Leonardo DiCaprio. Edgerton as Tom Buchanan brings a lot of personality to his character that I thought was absent in the book. He's a bit more tender and more vulnerable, especially when he finds out his wife's secret. The true award recognition worthy performance comes from DiCaprio's Gatsby. He hones on being a respectable, but idealistically insane man. His performance is not only compelling, but also charming and quit hopeful. He truly deserves some recognition come Oscar season.

Overall, "The Great Gatsby" is a fantastically entertaining and enthralling film. It is horribly underrated as it is filled with awards worthy visuals, sets, costumes, direction, and performances. It is a great time at the movies for anyone that enjoys the classic novel or who haven't even heard of it. Not only is this film dramatically satisfying, but also quite humorous and a spectacle like no other. I give it 4.5/5, a great adaptation of one of the greatest novels ever written.

Monday

Beauty Flash

 

 Beauty Flash

Multivitamin Power Serum

A microencapsulated, highly active cocktail of stabilised vitamins A,C,E ,retinoids and skin-strengthening protein peptide suspended in a nourishing base that glides onto the skin
 

 
  • Delivered using enhanced liposome technology, that results in a higher concentration of active ingredients penetrating deeper into the skin to their target area.
  • Strengthens and firms – reducing fine lines
  • Maximises cell regeneration and helps reduces wrinkles, and promotes firmness and elasticity
  • Inhibits the degradation of MMP’S
  • Hydrates and reinforces skins barrier
  • Provides anti- oxidant protection to prevent further skin ageing
  • Reduces pigmentation
  • Stimulates collagen production 25 fold.
 
An age-fighting serum containing micro encapsulated vitamins A, C and E to help increase skin recovery, decrease fine lines and age spots while defending against skin aging. Boost elasticity levels with a skin-strengthening protein peptide that overrides biochemical triggers that lead to skin aging. Formulated without artificial fragrances and colors.
 
Available at Solo Hair & Beauty 17th June 2013
pre order now to receive a FREE GIFT*
*limited to the first 3 pre ordered
 
 

How to use

Smooth over cleansed face and neck morning and night after toning and before moisturising.  

Quick tip

MultiVitamin Power Serum may be used in combination with Overnight Repair Serum to control skin-aging triggers.
 
 
 
 

Superb, immediate satisfaction

Date:25 May 2013
overall rating:
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Dermalogica has been my skin care for 13 years. I began using the age smart line a year ago when I turned 37. This product is one of a kind amazing! I spread the word to my clients , friends and family about the numerous benefits of these products!
Yes, I recommend this product.                                                         Misschelepel
                                                                                                           Location:Gulf Breeze, FL, USA
                                                                                                           age:35-44 

                          

Great anti aging product!

Date:10 April 2013
overall rating:
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
After using the whole tube, I've noticed my face is more refined. It's also a great product to add to your anti aging skin regime. I wish they would come out with more anti aging serums! Thanks Dermalogica for another great product.
Yes, I recommend this product.
                                                                                                              hellokitty
                                                                                                              Location:New York, NY
                                                                                                              age:18-24

 

Wednesday

Spring into April


Spring is in the Air!

Don't let the miserable weather dampen your spirits. At Solo Hair and Beauty this Spring, we're all waiting for the Summer! It will soon be spray tan season again, and with the new Crazy Angel Spray Tan out, we're loving the 2013 Summer glow!

                    
Crazy angel have unleashed new products such as the golden delight self tanning mousse.  Enriched with Bearberry and Shea butter to moisturise and hydrate whilst the lush light fragrance leaves skin pleasantly scented. As well as a streak free shine to provide a healthy glow. 
So even if you cant afford a holiday this year you'll be able to afford a crazy Angel spray tan at solo for just £25.00!.

 Microdermabrasion is a big hit this year in our salon, and with lots of ladies loving this new era in facials already, why don't you get involved and feel bright this spring. Join the rush for great skin

Who is it for?

The beauty of The SkinBase Facial™ is it really can help everyone to attain more beautiful, revitalised skin. Over 80% of the population will see a benefit from The SkinBase Facial™.
The vacuum action during The SkinBase Facial™ works to stimulate the production of collagen, something we lose gradually as we age. This stimulation and skin's renewal improves the condition of the skin's surface – helping to target ageing skin,stretch markspigmentationcellulitedry and dehydrated skin and acne scarring.
For anti-ageing treatments, all skin types and tones from ages 28 and up will benefit the most from The SkinBase Facial™. However, for problematic skin such as Acne Scarring all age groups can benefit.  Under 16 year olds will need a parental co-sign however.



“I had several different microdermabrasion treatments before, and so far the SkinBase treatment is the best. It helps lift the skin’s complexion with noticeable differences due to the glow of the skin. Having mature skin the treatment makes me feel a bit younger and healthier” 
-Josie Soane, Client

“So far I have been happy with the treatments that I have had which is why I continued to have more. My husband always says my skin feels softer and my daughter says it looks brighter every time I have a treatment” 
-Patricia Simcock, Client 

Now's a great time to think about freshening up that dull feeling that comes with this time of year. Book in for  a free consultation on how to achieve a brighter, fresher look this spring! With hair Colour prices starting from just £30.00 it's an affordable way to cheer yourself up. 
Look out for our up and coming blog about Ombre Hair Colour. 

We also have ghd candy collection in stock at only £110

This Collection have proved popular and we have only one of each colour left! Get your Violet, lemon or mint before it's too late!!

Monday

Spring into Spring with great looking skin!

 




 

Skinbase Microdermabrasion is a safe, intensive, non invasive exfoliation treatment.

It helps to eradicate fine lines, wrinkles, pigmentation, acne and acne scarring, black heads, and uneven skin tone.
Take advantage of our amazing discount:

Skinbase Microdermabraision Facial Now Available

Only £25.00 In March

Courses available saving £85.00

Microdermabraision: Who is it for?

The beauty of The SkinBase Facial™ is it really can help everyone to attain more beautiful, revitalised skin. Over 80% of the population will see a benefit from The SkinBase Facial™.

The vacuum action during The SkinBase Facial™ works to stimulate the production of collagen, something we lose gradually as we age. This stimulation and skin's renewal improves the condition of the skin's surface – helping to target ageing skin, stretch marks, pigmentation, cellulite, dry and dehydrated skin and acne scarring.

For anti-ageing treatments, all skin types and tones from ages 28 and up will benefit the most from The SkinBase Facial™. However, for problematic skin such as Acne Scarring all age groups can benefit. It is not recommended for under 16 year olds

 

"Many thanks to Alison and Vicky for my microdermabrasion treatment today and all the staff were so friendly xx"

Mandy-Sawston
"Had my first visit to your salon on Saturday,thank you for making me feel so welcome.
I would recommend the microdermabrasion treatment it has left my skin feeling so refreshed,
clean & soft,Vicky was lovely & explained everything thoroughly.Thank you x"




Kathy-Sawston

"I've booked a course, I feel great!"
Caroline-Saffron Walden 
 
 
 

Wrinkle free treatments now available on a Tuesday

 
 BOCOUTURE®

What is BOCOUTURE®?
A natural purified protein of Botulinum Toxin A. It relaxes wrinkle-causing muscles. It creates a smoothed, rejuvenated appearance. BOCOUTURE® is clinically proven to give consistent, targeted results that are visible within just a few days (up to 14), with effects that can last for up to 3 to 4 months.
When injected into a muscle: It temporarily blocks the chemical signals that make the muscle contract only minute quantities of BOCOUTURE® are injected. Only the injected muscle will be affected.
The muscle simply relaxes or ‘goes to sleep’. This relaxation enables the skin to relax and heal and the lines smooth away.
What happens during a BOCOUTURE® treatment?
• It only takes about 10 – 20 minutes
• Your Doctor will ask you to frown or smile to assess your muscle movement
• Then determine the injection site to achieve the best results for you
• BOCOUTURE® is the administered by several tiny injections
• Feels like a pin prick
• No anaesthetic is required
• You can return to work or day to day activities immediately

Is BOCOUTURE® safe?
BOCOUTURE® and BOTOX® have an excellent safety profile. BOTOX® is used in a variety of therapeutic areas. It is one of the few treatments that can be given to treat children over 2 years of age to treat Cerebral Palsy – BOTOX® helps them to walk!
BOTOX® has been actively used for over 10 years in tens of thousands of patients worldwide.
BOTOX® has US FDA and European license approval
Are there any side effects from a BOCOUTURE® treatment?
If they do occur, they are:
• Temporary
• Mild to moderate
• Most common are slight bruising from the injection
• A detailed list of side effects can be obtained from the practitioner at your consultation
BOCOUTURE®
• Is simple, safe and temporary
• Is non-surgical
• Smoothes out lines
• Takes approximately 15 minutes
• Involves a few tiny pin prick injections
• Relaxes the overactive muscle, reducing lines and wrinkles
• Results are visible within days
• Lasts 3 to 4
months
BELOTERO® Dermal Filler

Belotero is one of only 3 hyaluronic acid (HA) fillers approved by the Food and Drug Administration of the United States (FDA) and currently promoted in the UK. It is approved to smooth moderate to severe wrinkles and folds1. When injected into the dermis Belotero evenly integrates with your own dermal tissues and discreetly enhances your facial contours for added confidence. Belotero rehydrates for a radiant appearance.
Belotero – it becomes you...
As we age, our skin inevitably loses its youthful appearance as the production of natural dermal volumisers and moisturisers such as hyaluronic acid (HA) diminish, leaving lines and wrinkles where our skin was once youthful, even and radiant.
Belotero is an HA dermal filler, made of the same volumising and moisturising component of your skin, so it is the natural choice for reducing the appearance of lines and wrinkles.
When injected, it instantly plumps and adds volume to the areas where it has been lost. Even the finest lines can be treated with confidence with Belotero.
What's the Belotero secret?
Belotero is specially designed to integrate into your tissue to provide subtle and even results without disrupting the natural contours of your face, so you can be confident that no one will ever know how you manage to look so refreshed and confident. The Belotero secret can be your secret too.
In clinical studies 97% of patients showed a visible improvement after just one treatment with Belotero2.
If you have previously been treated with a dermal filler you will be surprised by the subtlety of the area treated with Belotero. Unlike other fillers, you are unlikely to feel the implant, but will certainly see the refreshing results.
Appointments are available for Tuedays only!
Introductory Offer
Bocouture 3 areas for the price of 2
Fillers 10% discount
Offer valid until end of March 2013
Normal price:
Bocouture
1 area £200
2 areas £280
3 areas £350
Temporary Fillers
Uma Jeunesse £350
Belotero Soft £350
Belotero Basic £385
Belotero Intense £450
For more information please call 01799 521800