FREE ENERGY DRINK - TARGET GORGEOUS GIVEAWAY

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ACTRESS HELEN MIRREN TO FRONT BOOTS NEW ANTI-AGEING RANGE?

BOOTS is to launch a new range of anti-ageing skincare aimed at the more mature woman in the New Year.

Boots is planning a huge TV and print campaign for No 7 Lift & Luminate which will be fronted by a new celebrity. The product is due on the shelf on January 27.

Though officially lips are sealed until near the launch date, a Boots insider let slip this week that it is a "really good actress." In that case it would mean the lovely Helen Mirren (pictured below) must be the front runner!

The insider said that lovely actress Keeley Hawes (below right) who is the current face of Boots No 7 Protect & Perfect, is too young at 33 years. This is surprising as the product has flown off the shelf, with most purchases being made by older women, after it was given top scientific acclaim on TV for its ingredients.


Life & Luminate is the name of the new range and it contains several of the key ingredients from the Protect & Perfect range including an extract of lupin.

Boots say the difference between P & P and L & L is that the latter not only reduces wrinkles but also firms and brightens skin - and it does it in just four weeks. It also contains a patented mix of "energising" ingredients including Hawaiian Algae and vitamin C that help to make it feel younger.









There are four products so far in the skincare range - the Lift & Luminate Day Cream - pictured below (50ml, £19.50), which also contains at SPF15






















Night Cream - pictured below (50m, £20.50) which also contains shea butter and glycerine























Eye Cream - below (15m, £16.50) with peptides




Instant Illusion Wrinkle Filler - right- (30ml, £16) with particles fill in lines to deflect light and "blurr" wrinkles


The original Protect & Perfect Serum (30ml, £18).


Ingredients in Perfect & Protect:
Contains ingredients:Cyclopentasiloxane, Aqua, Butylene glycol, Dimethicone corsspolymer, Cyclohexasiloxane, Glycerin, Dimethicone copolyol, Sodium ascorbyl phosphate, Polysorbate 20, Magnesium sulphate, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium PCA, Retinyl palmitate, Methylparaben, Propylene glycol, Lupinus albus, Carbomer, Butylparaben, Ethylparaben, Propylparaben, Isobutylparaben, Panax ginseng, Morus alba, Tocopherol, Palmitoyl pentapeptide-3.

SPA SECRETS - AUTUMN IS PERFECT FOR CYPRUS

Cyprus is an all year round destination that really comes into its own in the autumn when the sunshine is dwindling in rest of Europe.

But there is more to this island than just sun, sea and beach. Recently the Government and the private sector have got together to push other areas of tourism to interest a more discerning clientele such as wine and gastronomy tours.

Cyprus is virtually self-sufficient when it comes to food and most of it is grown on the island, including bananas – and it’s cuisine is a culinary adventure of meze using fresh produce and blending flavours of Europe, Middle East and Africa.

Yes Cyprus does have more than its fair share of cheap and cheerful, even a tacky side as a result of tourism from the former Soviet Union. There are pole dancing clubs and Russian prostitutes and large sprawling hotels that would suit footballers’ wives on a hen weekend.

But you don’t have to go far off the beaten track to see the unspoilt rugged mountain scenary, charming villages and to sample delightful food and the hospitality of friendly locals – most of whom seem to have a relative back in Blighty.

Cyprus is now part of the European Union and the Euro and has a healthy economy thanks to tourism. And if you are looking for something special either in rural tourism or five star classic luxury then Cyprus has it.

Elixir took a look at three of the finest resorts on the island:

Columbia Beach Resort

The five star Columbia Beach Resort at Pissouri at the Paphos end of the island is a discreet and classy resort of low-rise luxury bungalows right on the beach. Some suites even have their own plunge pools.

It has a stunning outdoor lagoon-style pool which flows inside to the Spa – so swimming even in winter is possible as its heated.. Cypriot honey, local salt and herbs are used in treatments. The sage, oregano and lavender herbal wrap is a signature treatment to help relaxation and the lymph glands work more effectively.

The spa has six treatment rooms, a spa bath, plunge pool, sauna and steam room. There are tennis and squash courts and a gym. The spa recently introduced a range of Molton Brown products and treatments.



We tried the Lifeforce Facial, a 60-minute rejuvenating treatment for dry and mature skin. This treatment starts with a deep cleanse and a polish ritual featuring a potent fusion of raspberry seed oil and fruit enzymes. Once the skin is buffed and cleansed,you can relax while your therapist uses Hungarian carrot and Moroccan cedarwood oils to supercharge your skin with moisture. You come out looking relaxed and dewy! Costs $113 (€99.10,£58)





The overall atmosphere is intimate and discreet. And with great dining in two restaurants – one offering local cuisine and the other international – it’s a great place for couples who want to get away and relax. There are three championship golf courses nearby.

Coral Beach Hotel Resort

This is a five star resort in a superb location, overlooking the golden sandy beaches and the sparkling blue waters of Coral Bay.



It is right next to the Akamas peninsula, an area of outstanding natural beauty and a UNESCO-protected heritage site. So it’s perfect for those who enjoy outdoor pursuits, whether by horse or jeep. You can also ramble, bird watch, scuba dive or cycle. There are also lots of ancient Roman ruins nearby – Pafos was the Roman capital of Cyprus.

Esthisis, is the name of the hotel’s lovely spa and it is the Greek word for senses.



The spa has an indoor heated pool, whirlpool spa, , steam room suites, state-of the-art gymnasium , mirrored aerobics studios with maple sprung floors, computerised fitness assessment and also specialists to treat sporting injuries. It also uses two French products Thalgo and Decleor The Spa's salt glow, massage oil and other body treatments will pamper your body with luxury and leave you ready to take the world.


The new Shiseido spa at the Four Seasons Hotel

The exclusive Shiseido Spa, at the Four Seasons Cyprus has only just opened. It is the 5th Shiseido Spa in the world and the only one in Cyprus and the entire Mediterranean region. The hotel already has the first Thalassotherapy Centre in Cyprus and has now achieved another first with the introduction of the Shiseido Spa.

Thalassotherapy uses seawater and seaweed both of which contain minerals and vitamins in high levels for treatments not just for beauty, but also for total body rejuvenation and relaxation. Revitilise your body and mind whilst being pampered by a trained consultant; each guest is made to feel comfortable and relaxed with a high degree of personal attention.

As you would expect from the Four Seasons, the food and service is excellent – freshly made meze or gourmet dining are both top notch.

We sampled one of the wonderful signature treatments – the Qi for Face and Body. This is an absolutely amazing face and body massage that releases all tension and totally relaxes you – just what you want on holiday. If you have young children there is a well-equipped nursery next door. Costs $338 (€220, £173) for 120 minutes.

Don’t miss:
Picturesque Omodos village with its pretty square, the church of the Holy Cross and the old wine press. The wine producing villages of the Krassochoria on the Southern slopes of the Troodos Mountains – Kolios Winery at Statos Village; Lunch at “Tria Pefka” at Koilani village; Dinner at “Yialos” tavern (fish meze) “Petra tou Romiou” – the legendary Birthplace of Aphrodite, Temple of Aphrodite at Kouklia village. Dinner at Kamaroudi Tavern Paphos; Lefkara village famous for its lace and silver work followed by lunch at Maria’s restaurant – Vavatsinia village; the Cyprus Wine Museum at Erimi. Dinner at Karatello, near the old castle in Limassol

FACTBOX:
• Cyprus Tourism Organisation, www.visitcyprus.com , T: + 44 ( 0)20 7569 8800
• Cyprus Airways operates flights to Cyprus from London, Manchester and Birmingham. For reservations, log on www.cyprusair.com T: + 44 (0)20 8359 1333
• Columbia Beach Resort, Pissouri www.columbia-hotels.com T: +357 25 833000
• Leptos Coral Beach Hotel, Coral Bay, Paphos www.coral.com.cy T: +357 26 813 777
• Four Seasons Hotel www.fourseasons.com.cy T: 357 25 858 000 Shiseido Spa + 357 258 58000 Email: spa@thefourseasons.com.cy
• Monarch – the low fares airline offers year-round flights to Larnaca from London Luton Airport and London Gatwick. www.flymonarch.com

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INIKA MINERAL COSMETICS - NEW ERA MINERAL COSMETICS LAUNCH

Inika is an Australian brand of mineral make-up which is certified organic, suitable for vegans and also those on a Halal diet.

The brand was conceived by former Brit Amanda Bond and Jenni Williams when they realised there was a gap in the market for a mineral range of cosmetic make-up that was not only ethical but also performed with great coverage and colours. It is also the only mineral range for coloured skin in Australia.

Amanda's passion for her range was borne out of her own health issues (endometriosis) and fertility difficulties which she believes may have their roots in toxix chemicals in our environments.

Inika, she says, is about creating "glamour that is good for you!"





The cosmetic market is awash with claims for its cream and potions, most of which is unsubstantiated by science - the consumer is also confused by the descriptions for products such as "organic", "natural", "certified organic" since there is no umbrella body regulating these products worldwide. Different classifications have different criteria for the amounts of ingredients which should be "organic" to receive their stamp of approval. This means that some "organic and natural" products have very little of the specific ingredients and may also contain many of the ingredients being shown to be harmful or potentially harmful such as harsh chemicals, fillers, talk, bismuth oxychloride, GM ingredients, parabens, presevatives, mineral oils, phthalates and fragrances.

Stella McCartney is a fan of Inika which contains 100% certified organic, vegan or both - even the lipsticks and glosses which are usually impossible to make without animal-sourced ingredients. All products are 100% certified cruelty free and produced ethically with care for the environment.



The ingredients include natural minerals and a host of antioxidant ingredients such as natural oils for the pomegranate, Aloe Vera.


Inika has recently rebranded its range with new black and gold packaging and new products including a mineral foundation packed with antioxidants - so its also a treatment as well as a cosmetic. Inika contains a comprehensive range of products from primers to powder foundations, pencils and bronzers with prices starting at around £11.


Its available in selected salons..For more information Contact Inika Australia T: 61 2 4283 1043 www.inika.com.auand UK T: + 44(0)203 178 6090 www.inikacosmetics.co.uk

And if you want to know what is in your cosmetics find out here www.cosmeticsdatabase.com
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ROC'S LONDON LAUNCH OF RETIN-OX WRINKLE CORREXION RANGE

Launching nationwide in the UK in just two weeks time, ladies were given a sneak preview in London's Maddox street at ROC's anti-ageing boutique event to showcase the new product.

And if the queue which formed outside the boutique is anything to go by women can't wait to get their hands on this product.

The new ROC Retin-Ox Wrinkle Correxion range combines three A-list anti-ageing ingredients - pure Retinol, Hyaluronic Acid and Biopeptide.

In skin tests, the new product has been shown to reduce the appearance of wrinkles by 30% in a period of 8 weeks. This includes wrinkles on the forehead, crow's feet, and lines around the lip and mouth - the main areas of concern for most women.

The ingredients also help increase cell turnover to promote younger looking skin. For example, in tests the eye cream improved the appearance of all the test ladies crows feet!

The range (pictured) includes a Daily Moisturiser (£26.99), Regenerating Night Cream (£26.99), an Intensive Serum (£26.99) and Eye Cream (£20.99).

The boutique anti-ageing event was so successful that ROC is thinking of opening a permanent skin advice centre. Read about it here!

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