Archive for October, 2008
By RMUK on October 19th, 2008
Kate Hudson Dermalogica It’s Not Just Genetics!
Dermalogica Helps Kate Hudson Shine In Her New Movie
On the set of Fool’s Gold, that stars Kate Hudson, Dermalogica is the product you would have found being used every day by make-up artist Nikki Gooley.
When peeking into Nikki’s kit, you’ll find Daily Microfoliant, Active Moist, Ultra Sensitive FaceBlock SPF25, and Solar Defense Booster SPF30. These were her must have for keeping Kate Hudson’s skin healthy, protected, and in top shape for filming!
Want to use what Kate uses? Contact RMUK for your Face Mapping skin analysis to see which products are right for your skin!
Tag: Beauty, Beauty Tips, Celebrity, Dermalogica Posted in Beauty, Beauty Tips, Dermalogica |
By RMUK on October 19th, 2008
Victoria Beckham Dermalogica
In Victoria Beckham’s new book “That Extra Half and Inch: Heels, Hair and Everything in Between,” Dermalogica products and skin treatments are repeatedly recognised as the must have skin care items you should not live without. When performing her skin care rituals in the privacy of her own home, Victoria chooses Multi Vitamin Power Recovery Masque. “I love face packs too and try to do two a week using Dermalogica’s Multi Vitamin Power Recovery Masque, which I call my little ambulance in a tube.” Dermalogica’s Multi Vitamin Hand and Nail Treatment “lasts you through the day.”
Best quote in the book “We all make mistakes from time to time. I once wore an Armani dress to a Dolce & Gabbana party! How dumb was that?”
Book Press Release
That Extra Half an Inch by Victoria Beckham
Michael Joseph, £20
I have no qualifications to write this book; that’s why I’ve got someone else to do it for me. But let me share my insights anyway. First I’d like to knock something on the head. The idea that, once you have a bit of money, you start wearing couture and stilettos all day and live on caviar and champagne is just nonsense. They’ve both got far too many calories.
My own inspirations come from Grace Kelly, Jackie Onassis and Giacometti sculpture, but this book is not my attempt to tell you what or what not to do. It’s my last chance to cash in on what remains of my fame before David retires.
Even though I do love getting dressed up, jeans remain the staple of my wardrobe. They’re so easy for staff to throw in the washing machine when they get dirty. Jeans that sag at the bottom are a nightmare and I was thrilled when Rock and Republic allowed me to use the GCSE in textiles that I nearly passed to put my name to a design that someone else made. You won’t be able to afford them, though, so you should go to Gap.
“Victoria is a fashion icon and she spends a lot of money in our shops” – Christopher Bailey, Burberry.
I’m a great fan of vintage T-shirts. A word about vintage, though: it’s easy to get confused about the difference between vintage and second-hand and that’s because they’re basically the same. If you want to be safe, look for something that’s ridiculously overpriced. Blouses and halter-necks don’t really do it for me, though you can wear them if you want to look like you shop at Primark, but nobody should be without a £1,000 Chanel cardigan. Have a look in charity shops if you can’t afford a new one.
Think twice before wearing a miniskirt. You might look like Naomi Campbell, but more likely you’ll end up looking like that minger Jordan, who never slept with David no matter what she says. And going out wearing no knickers underneath – I’m mentioning no names here! – just makes you look like a right slapper. Try wearing a pencil skirt, like me. They are so classy – especially if you buy them from Roland Mouret or Alexander McQueen. Empire-line dresses are also perfect for those bloated days when you’ve eaten breakfast.
“I am grateful for the possibility of being close to Victoria’s credit card” – Roberto Cavalli.
Every girl should have masses of accessories. I couldn’t live without my Manolos or Christian Louboutins and I never go out without throwing on my Chanel sunglasses. Make sure you always take a friend with you when you go shopping – it’s so useful to have someone to carry the bags – and remember, if you can’t find exactly what you’re looking for, there are plenty more outlets in Paris, Madrid and New York. The one accessory over which I would advise caution is a tattoo – I love mine and David’s to bits but you should always check they’re spelt right.
Your bra doesn’t have to match your knickers, but make sure you buy one that fits. Not everyone can aff ord a boob job – not that I’ve had one, mind, and even if I had, I would never have one as obvious as some people I can think of – and there’s nothing worse than a bit of droop, if you get my meaning, girls! And do keep your thongs inside your jeans, unless they come from Agent Provocateur.
You can never spend too much money on hair and beauty products, unless you haven’t got any. Using cheap shampoo makes your hair lifeless – and no one wants to look like they’ve got extensions. Finally, don’t be afraid to be yourself. We all make mistakes from time to time. I once wore an Armani dress to a Dolce & Gabbana party! How dumb was that?
Tag: Beauty, Beauty Tips, Celebrity Posted in Beauty Tips, Dermalogica |
By RMUK on October 19th, 2008
Thousands of people turned out on Saturday 11 October to celebrate the official opening of Leeds’ newest urban fashion quarter, Clarence Dock. Hosted by Gok Wan, Channel 4′s fashion guru who was recently voted into the top 5 of London’s most influential fashion personalities, the crowds were wowed by a spectacular fashion extravaganza.A floating catwalk in the dock was the centre piece of the event with an unusual and cutting edge fashion and dance combination showcasing collections from All Saints, Daniel Footwear, Emma by Emma Somerset, G-Star, JOY, Moda in Pelle, Replay and Rock Couture. Cutting edge Leeds hair and beauty salon RMUK were brought in to style the model’s hair whilst the make-up was created by Bobbi Brown from House of Fraser beauty counter.
At Rock Couture, Retail Director Gillian Bowler, said: “It was fantastic – we haven’t seen anything like that since the first day of the Harrods sale! The range of customers was brilliant, we had women ranging from 14 to 40 plus, and they were there for the fashion element. The Rock & Republic jeans were flying out of the store.” Store manager Hannah Whipp confirmed: “It was a brilliant day – we were busy, not only on the Saturday, but all weekend. It’s such a beautiful place to shop.”
Simon Kidd, Commercial Lettings Director at Clarence Dock, said: “Despite the harsh market the advantages are that the brands here will attract our core customers which are young people. The young singles, young couples, with disposable incomes; they are not held back by family commitments, big mortgages or having to fuel cars.”
Mary Benson, a graduate fashion student from Leeds who appeared on Mary Portas’s television show ‘Mary Queen of Shops’ this summer, said: “This is the best fashion show I have ever been too – it was really good”.
Tag: Salon News Posted in Events and Press, Salon News |
By RMUK on October 14th, 2008
Roberto, Massi and the RMUK Hair Beauty Salon team have been featured in latest issue of the Leeds Guide. Article By Annie Moss.
A Girl Couldn’t Ask for Moura
Annie Moss samples the RMUK experience
When he’s not solving our hair and beauty problems in his fortnightly column, Massi Moura is busy running well-established independent salon RMUK. So who better to meet for a consultation to plan my new look?
The first thing I notice when I arrive at the salon for my consultation is how vast the place is. The second thing I notice is the buzz and the busy yet welcoming atmosphere. There are so many stylists milling around, chatting and laughing with their customers while attending to their every need. Shortly after I arrive, I am led to a rather glamorous waiting area upstairs where I am guided to a plush designer-upholstered bench opposite what appears to be a bar. While I am waiting I see staff constantly coming up and down the stairs to the bar providing lattes and cappuccinos for clients. Moments later, I am met by Massi who is a very business-like, yet warm and welcoming, man who puts me at ease straight away. We dive into the consultation discussing what I do and don’t like about my hair and what he thinks would improve my overall look. I decided to put myself completely in his hands.
Massi seems excited at the prospect of having free reign to do what he wants with my hair and quickly comes up with a bespoke style just for me. To help clarify his plan, he highlights images and colour samples from a large selection of books he has been using as a source of inspiration. He also explains the science behind his choice of cut, colour and products.
Two autumnal shades of red are chosen from the brand new L’Oreal colour collection. I am the first at their salon to try them. Massi reassures me that these tones will work well with my pale complexion and blue eyes. Once the decision is made, I am led to a chair where I have my own individual TV showing the E! Channel. Massi gets on with mixing the colours while my complimentary drink order is taken by one of his friendly staff. I opt for herbal tea, which is delivered promptly in a little tea pot accompanied by a china cup and saucer.
RMUK offers while-you-wait manicures and pedicures, as many of their clients are, like me, very busy. So I go for an express manicure and choose a shade of red to match my new hair colour whilst the hair dye develops. Soon enough it’s time to wash off the dyes and add the lighter red tone to my hair. My hair is washed with L’Oreal Serie Expert Volume Expand shampoo (£8.25) and conditioner (£9.25) which is perfect for fine hair.
While I sit waiting for the toner to develop, I see the salon’s co-owner Roberto walk into the salon with the air of a celebrity. It turns out Roberto will be finishing off my hair makeover with a cut and style. Roberto approaches smiling and sits himself down beside me. He reiterates that the style they have chosen is short and textured, which will add body and compliment my bone structure. He shows me a picture from one of his books to ensure I understand exactly what he plans to do. After the cut is finished, he applies L’Oreal Serie Expert Volume Expand Volumising Styling Mousse for fine hair (£10.25) and explains that I should use a light mousse rather than a wax-based product. To finish off, he blow dries my hair straight and uses L’Oreal Techni.art Color Show Finish Spray (£11.30) to complete the style.
Although it took a bit of getting used to, I love my new style and colour, and am glad that I was brave enough to put my faith in Massi. If you feel your current style is lacklustre and fancy a change, I thoroughly recommend RMUK. It is perfect if you need a bit of pampering as the staff will spoil you rotten and attend to your every need. It can cater for groups, and is even licensed to serve food, so can provide lunch should you want to make a day of it. Also on offer are facials, waxing and massage, making it a one stop shop for all your beauty needs.
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Tag: RMUK, Salon News, Salon Review, Styling Posted in Salon News, Salon Review |
By RMUK on October 13th, 2008
RMUK Salon Beauty Services
At RMUK we offer you the chance to relax and encounter a real sense of luxury, where you can be sure to experience relaxing Beauty treatments. 
Hair Removal
IPL- intense pulsed light – Is none invasive hair removal treatment using light to and hair heat the cells responsible for hair growth – Permanent destruction of cells leading to permanent hair reduction and can be used anywhere on the body and all hair depths. A course of 6, 8 or 10 are recommended depending on the area and hair type with a break of 4/6 weeks in between treatments. All our operators are fully trained in operating the machine and all aspects of health and safety. A full and in depth consultation and patch test is given 48 hours prior to treatment.
Prices on consultation
ELECTROLYSIS
Electrolysis is a form of hair removal recommended for facial hair. A fine hair like needle is inserted into the hair follicle then a controlled amount of heat is realised the base of the follicle ( the papilla) where the hair growth is then cauterized because the hair grows in four different stages you will need to have a course of treatments. Every 3/4 weeks. However if the hair is dark the IPL – Intense pulsed light is a better and more permanent option.
WAXING
This is a very popular service and is given to you by our experienced and professional beauty therapists. Whether it’s a full leg, half leg, bikini, underarm or facial waxing. We apply a thin layer of vanilla wax to the area and remove with paper wax stripes this service is also available to men. We recommend you have waxing every 4-5 weeks.
Pedicure & Manicure
ACRYLIC NAIL EXTENSIONS £ 40.00
Acrylic nails are applied to the natural nail to extend the appearance of your natural nail. We prepare the nail first by trimming back the natural nail if needed and tidying the cuticle. A plastic tip is then stuck to the free edge or the nail we then blends the tip into the natural nail so that the join is not visible then apply a layer of acrylic powder and liquid over the tip and natural nail, this is the strength of the artificial nail. We then file and blend the acrylic so that it’s nice and smooth and more natural looking. This process takes approximately 1 hour once the nails are complete you can either have them painted with a French white tip or a colour of your choose. We recommend you have the acrylic nails filled in
(Re balanced) every 2/3 weeks.
BIO SCULPTURE GEL 32.00
Bio sculpture gel makes nails beautiful, flexible and strong naturally. It is easy to apply and instantly dry’s.
After your nails are shaped, clear or colour gel is applied. Each coat is set under a ultra-violet lamp which leaves your nails strong yet flexible. The gel won’t damage your natural nails. The gels will last 2/3 weeks and then we recommend you to have them soaked off and a new set re applied, if having them on your toes they may last slightly longer maybe 3 /4 weeks because your feet are covered up and aren’t used as much as your hands are.
JESSICA MANICURE £18.00
This is a hand and nail treatment which lasts approximately 45 mins this treatment includes a hand and arm massage, cuticle soak, trim file and polish. It’s a very relaxing treatment and you will also have beautiful nails by the end of service. Just like skin and hair Jessica do a variety of treatment basecoats for all different nail types and conditions whether there damaged, dry, brittle or normal all nails can be treated.
PEDICURE £26.50
This is a manicure of the feet and takes approximately an hour. We file the toe nails and cut back the cuticle we then apply a foot scrub after that we massage the lower leg and foot to relax tired aching feet, then a chose of nail polish is applied to finish we also advice you bring open toe shoes as the polish takes a while to dry.
Dermalogica Treatments
DERMALOGICA PRESCRIPTIVE FACE TREATMENT £40.00
This is a great intensive facial treatment for all skin types’ man and women. Combining the latest in skin analysis techniques with the results of Chinese diagnosis, the face mapping procedure provides your therapist with an objective view of the skin condition as well as an indication of the underlying health issues that might be affecting the skin. The treatment takes approx 1 hour with 15mins consultation time and home care advice.
DERMALOGICA EXPRESS FACE MAPPING £28.00
This treatment is a half an hour treatment where a fully trained dermalogica therapist goes through an in depth consultation pin pointing your skin concerns and needs then we cleanse and expolite the skin. Using a mag lamp we analyze the skin toughly targeting different areas we then apply the appropriate moisturizer for your skin type and advice you of a full home care route.
DERMOLOGICA MEDICATED TEEN FACIAL £26.00
This facial is specifically designed for young teenage skins and is adapted according to the client’s skin conditions. The skin is cleansed and exfoliated thoroughly and face mask is applied a complete skin analysis and home care advice is given. A follow up treatment maybe required depending on the skin condition each treatment takes approximately 45mins.
DERMALOGICA RIVIVAL £50.00
Dermalogica revival is pure indulgents leaving your skin rejuvenated and revived. A stress reducing back massage to start followed the prescriptive facial. A deep cleanse and customised exfoliation leaves the skin glowing then, a relaxing pressure point massage including face, scalp, neck and shoulder. Than a treatment mask is applied the whole treatment takes approximately 1 hour and 30 mins and would make the perfect gift.
DERMALOGICA CUSTOMISED BACK FACIAL £40.00
Dermalogica customised back facial is a face treatment of the back it is ideal for people who suffer with spots or acne on the area it is also ideal for brides for there special day. It is a deep cleansing and exfoliating treatment for those hard to reach areas. This refreshing treatment helps slough off dead skin cells and debris. Your therapist will relieve tension with a customised stress relief back massage which your increases blood flow and nourishes the tissue. A mask is then applied to finish leaving back radiant the whole treatment takes 1 hour.
DERMALOGICA EYE REPAIR TREATMENT £8.00
Focusing on the eye area is an essential part of skincare with factors such as lack of sleep, stress and the general ageing process these eye treatment can be added on to any dermalogica face treatment and are suitable for all age and skin types.
Guinot Treatments
GUINOT HYDRADERMIE £40.00
Hydradermie is an exclusive guinot facial treatment which last approximately an hour and 15 mins with monthly maintenance treatment your skin will become more clearer and healthier it deep cleanses and hydrates the deeper layers of the skin and speeds up cellular renewal this treatment also includes a relaxing massage and is suitable for all skin types.
GUINOT HYDRADERIME PLUS £52.00
Hydraderime plus is a deluxe anti ageing facial treatment and works in three areas, eyes, neck and face with a relaxing facial massage and a pressure point massage round the tiered eye area this treatment can be alternated with the normal hydraderime facial.
GUINOT BEAUTE NEUVE FACIAL £40.00
Beaute neuve facial is a double peeling facial and is based on using glycolic acid, ahas and pure vitamin c with exfoliates and stimulates cell renewal and is suitable for all skin types the whole treatment takes approximately 1 hour.
GUINOT LIFTOSOME FACIAL £40.00
Liftsome facial has been specifically developed to treat the problems associated with mature and ageing skins using a high concentration of vitamin c. A Warming setting mask is used this is to strengthen elasticity which firms the skin whilst stimulating cell regeneration the liftosome facial treatment last approximately 1 hour.
Body Treatments
FULL BODY MASSAGE £40.00
This is an hour treatment which concentrates on most areas of your body. It’s a relaxing treatment and really good for those feeling stressed, tired and run down and feel like they need a pick me up. Nearly each muscle of the body is worked on and massaged thoroughly. Each massage is customized to your needs weather it’s a deep tissue massage or a relaxing massage.
WELL BEING BACK MASSAGE £25.00
This is a 30 minute treatment and is a massage that concentrates on your back, neck and shoulders. This is great if your feeling tense and quite stressed because it’s a relaxing massage which also relaxes the muscles and relieves tension from your back.
Eye Brow Treatments
EYE LASH AND EYE BROW TINTING £13.00
Eyelash tinting and eyebrow tinting is a great way to define the eye area especially if the hairs are blonde with a chose of brown, black or blue black. We do require a patch test 24 hour prior to the treatment. Treatment time takes approximately 15 mins and the results will last up to 5 weeks.
Contact RMUK Today and Book your Beauty Treatment.
Tag: Beauty, Beauty Services, Body Treatments, Facial, Skin Care Posted in Beauty, Beauty Services |
