Expert skin author to visit Galway

Thu, Jun 11, 2009

Top health and beauty expert and author Alex Kirchin will be at Evergreen Health Store, Headford Road, Galway, for one-to-one consultations on the afternoon of Monday June 22.

If you have a skin, hair, or beauty problem you’d like to discuss, call (091) 564550 for a free appointment. Alex Kirchin is co-author of Looking Good, Feeling Younger and has a master’s degree in nutritional medicine. Specialist expertise includes eczema, rosacea, psoriasis, and ageing.

Organic wines

Thu, Jun 11, 2009

I am often asked whether drinking organic wines will stop certain reactions like redness of the face or nasty headaches. These are some of the reactions that certain people get when drinking wine and it is not very pleasant I’m sure. First of all, the theory: ‘organic wines’ have to be made from 100 per cent organic grapes. This is important as if you see a label that says ‘made from organic grapes’ this may mean that only 70 per cent or more organically grown grapes were used in the making of the wine. Organic wines are grown without any manmade pesticides or fertilisers. Historically there were tons and tons of this stuff used, and there are legendary tales from the wine regions about fertiliser salesmen who became very wealthy unloading disgraceful amounts of this stuff with sales pitches where they told each grape grower how their neighbour was using so many tons per hectare, etc. Organic wineries do not add bags of oak chips to add flavour and they use only a very basic and traditional method for making the wine.

Successful slimming

Thu, Jun 11, 2009

Are you anxious to shed some extra pounds but find it difficult to find a method which succeeds for you?

How to choose your perfect summer shoes

Thu, Jun 04, 2009

When choosing your summer footwear there are two points to take into consideration — the thickness of your ankles and the length of your legs.

Ten steps to the perfect tan

Thu, Jun 04, 2009

St Tropez offers 10 tips to ensure your tan stays gorgeous for as long as possible.

Get a summer glow with Smashbox

Thu, Jun 04, 2009

New Smashbox Sheer Focus tinted moisturiser provides the perfect solution for summer skin, perfect for giving you a healthy glow or enhancing a summer tan.

Sail Away with Tommy Hilfiger

Thu, Jun 04, 2009

Get in the sailing mood this season with the latest nautical looks from Tommy Hilfiger. The company is the official sponsor of Team Delta Lloyd in the Volvo Ocean Race and supplies the crew’s on and off shore apparel, including footwear, watches, sunwear, tailored suits and inshore racing gear.

Halt wrinkles in their tracks

Thu, Jun 04, 2009

A revolutionary new intensive anti-ageing moisturiser, which claims to mimic the effect of botox without the pinch of the needle or the pain of the price, is available locally.

Check to cheek

Thu, Jun 04, 2009

Blusher is to the complexion what vitamins are to your health, according to Dick Page, artistic director for Shiseido Make-Up.

Shed pounds naturally

Thu, Jun 04, 2009

A new natural weight management tool aims to give women the confidence and motivation to reveal their perfect figure and feel good in their skin.

Pamper those peepers

Thu, Jun 04, 2009

If fine lines are beginning to creep around your eyes making your peepers look tired and less than sparkling then consider using Ziaja’s serum for eyes and lip area (€10.49),

Buff your body

Thu, Jun 04, 2009

The newly launched Mama Mio Body Buff is being hailed as a perfect preparation for a glorious self-tan.

Dress for your shape and save money — part two

Thu, May 28, 2009

In last week’s column I emphasised the fact that knowing what suits your body shape is the key to look your best and save you money.

Enjoy some retail therapy at rock bottom prices

Thu, May 28, 2009

Number 34 Shop Street is the shop to visit this week. Whether you are a woman or man, looking for something casual or dressy, you will not beat the fantastic value at the Galway Hat Shop sale shop. Proprietor of the Galway Hat shop, Sandra Divilly, is opening a special sale shop for one week only. Sandra will be the third generation of the Divilly family to trade from Number 34 Shop Street. Both her grandfather Martin Divilly and her father Brian Divilly ran Divilly's Butchers from the premises. Suzanne's Boutique, run by Sandra's mother, was the first ladies’ fashion store on the premises followed by Sasha boutique.

Sandra Divilly has been successfully running her accessories business, The Galway Hat Shop, from the Corbett Court shopping centre for the last nine years. Business there will continue as normal during the week, while in the sale shop there will be casual hats for ladies, gents, and children all half price or less. This will be the biggest ever millinery sale seen in the country with more than 100 wedding hats reduced to half price and less. There will be wedding hats for sale starting from just €20! There will be designer headpieces by Catherine Cooke, Suzanne Bettley, and many others with up to 50 per cent discounts, along with handbags, wraps, and jewellery all half price.

Relax, revive, rejuvenate at Devon Holistic

Thu, May 28, 2009

Devon Holistic Health Clinic is located in Devon Park House, 108 Lower Salthill, an excellent location with free parking and on the No 1 bus route. The clinic has therapy rooms, a yoga studio, and a room for weekend workshops. Proprietors Deirdre Irwin and Sinead Murphy offer a range of therapies.

Getting to grips with summer sneezes

Thu, May 28, 2009

It is the most common allergic disease in Ireland, affects one in 10 people and is most prevalent between May and September.

Countdown to the exams

Thu, May 21, 2009

It’s that time of year again. Examinations are looming and study, pressure, frayed tempers and insufficient sleep are the order of the day.

Coping with iron overload

Thu, Apr 30, 2009

John (not his real name) accidentally discovered he had haemochromatosis after having a melanoma removed at University Hospital Galway.

Accessorising an event outfit

Thu, Apr 23, 2009

We often wonder what is the best way to accessorise, whether to match the shoes to the bag, or match the headpiece to the colour of the dress. It all depends on which look you wish to create. There are no definite rules but I believe in the adage “less is more”.  Remember that the outfit should enhance your beauty, and for that you need to focus on the woman, not the dress.

Áibhéil of Adare annual May weekend sale

Thu, Apr 23, 2009

The annual May Bank Holiday sale at Áibhéil Bridal Wear in Adare, Co Limerick, starts this year on Friday May 1 at 10am, with late opening on Friday until 9pm and open right through the bank holiday including Sunday and Monday.

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