Beauty: Hotspots in London
Enjoy a spa treatment at Dorchester Hotel
The Dorchester Hotel is one of the most expensive and luxurious accommodations and is located in London's posh Mayfair district. From Marlene Dietrich to Michael Jackson to Lady Gaga: Almost all the top stars were guests once.
treatments: In this celebrity, it is probably a matter of course that the spa area enjoys an excellent reputation. Whether massages, make-up sessions, sea silt treatments, pedicures or manicures: no wish remains unfulfilled here. For example, in the aroma manicure, hands are first dipped in a special thermal lye to remove old scales, while high quality oils enriched with myrrh, ylang-ylang, balm and lavender essences care for the hands and forearms.
And also: After a relaxing visit to the spa you should not miss the British Afternoon Tea. At the Dorchester Hotel it is classically served with scones (with and without raisins), clotted cream, jam, sandwiches, chocolates or small petit fours.
Address: Dorchester Hotel 53 Park Lane London W1K 1QA www.thedorchester.com
Annoying hairs in the Buty Salon
The Buty Salon from the outside ...
Silky smooth skin - a beauty ideal of many women. But the joy of a shave usually does not last long, because after a short time unpleasant stubble occur. Alternative: When Waxing the hair and root are pulled out - the smoothness feeling lasts up to six weeks.
treatments: A more expensive, but permanent hair removal is done by laser. In this method, the hair follicles are irretrievably destroyed by the conversion of light energy of the laser into heat energy. To achieve a complete result, several sessions are necessary. The costs per appointment amount to 50 euros for the chin, and just under 400 euros for the legs and bikini line. Also in the program of the Buty Salon: massages, pedicures, manicures as well as tanning and beauty treatments.
... and from the inside.
Address: Buty Salon Hammersmith Branch 85 Hammersmith Grove W6 0NQ London Buty Salon Fulham Branch 765 Fulham Road SW6 5HA London www.butysalon.co.uk
Learn make-up tricks at St. James's Hotel
The sophisticated St. James's Hotel and Club is located in the heart of Mayfair, just a stone's throw from New Bond Street and its designer shops. Here you can not only put your feet up after a shopping trip or relax with a delicious afternoon tea with scones: the hotel also offers workshops, for example on the topics of cheese and wine, cocktails - and beauty.
treatments: The "Be Beautiful Master Class" will be led by Bethany Alderson, hair & make-up artist from London. She reveals tips and tricks for proper make-up and styling, plus champagne and canapés. The focus is on four styles: "Working Nine till Nine" (as you look adorable from the morning in the office to the afterwork cocktail in the evening with a few tricks), "Yummy Mummy" (elegant everyday look), "Freestyle" (glamorous outfit styling) and "Holiday glow" (all for tanned skin and summer hair). Three hours Master Class cost about 113 euros per person.
Make-up artist Bethany Alderson
And also: If your stomach growls after the three-hour workshop, you should definitely make a detour to the hotel restaurant "Seven Park Place". Because that has - under the direction of top chef William Drabble - recently received a Michelin star.
Address: St. James's Hotel and Club 7-8 Park Place, St James's SW1A 1LS London www.stjameshotelandclub.com
Personal training with Gina Hemmings
Personal Trainer Gina Hemmings
Without a personal trainer there is nothing going on at the celebrities. Heidi Klum swears by David Kirsch, Jennifer Lopez is being chased up and down by Gunnar Peterson - and Gina Hemmings is also well on her way to becoming a celebrity personal trainer.
treatments: "The bodies would not be nice if they did not move," said Johannes Kepler. Gina Hemmings lives and works according to this motto. In three London luxury hotels (The Soho Hotel, The Charlotte Street Hotel and The Haymarket Hotel), the personal trainer and her team offer individual training for every fitness level and also make home visits. The hour already starts at 70 Euro. And so that in addition to all the fitness, the wellness is not too short, can be booked in her beauty salon "Gina Hemmings Health & Beauty" in London Richmond many different massage, beauty and waxing treatments.
And also: And since even the toughest training without the right diet will have little chance of success, the way to the diet restaurant after the fitness class is the right one. There can be delicious and fed without a guilty conscience. The model Lily Cole, for example, is a regular at the "Saf Restaurant".
Address: www.ginahemmings.com Gina Hemmings Health & Beauty London 4 Station Approach Kew Village Richmond London TW9 3QB Saf Restaurant & Bar 152-154 Curtain Road Shoreditch London EC2A 3AT www.safrestaurant.co.uk
"Hari's Hair and Beauty"
At the hairdressing salon Hari's, customers can have their hair dyed by celebs like Gisele Bundchen, Eva Mendes, Angelina Jolie or Gwyneth Paltrow under the keyword "Hair Envy". In Gisele Bündchen's case, by the way, this would be the color "Sun Kissed Starlet".
treatments: Cut, style, blow dry, dye, for the red carpet or title shoots - and all at a price range of 55 to 335 euros. Also on offer: hair extensions (price on request), pedicure and manicure (from 55 or 40 euros).
One of the extraordinary dressing tables at Hari's.
And also: The "Hari's Hair and Beauty" salon in Chelsea is known for its high quality and creativity. The staff is friendly, the interior design shrill and individual (no dressing table is the other). Also, the area offers good shopping opportunities: the shops of Jean Paul Gautier and Chanel are just a short distance away.
Address: Hari's Kings Road, 233 Kings Road, London SW3 5EJ www.harissalon.com
Exotic massages at Ushvani
The Ushvani Day Spa is located in the heart of the luxury district of Chelsea and promises select, exclusive treatments.
treatments: The Balinese or Malaysian massages relieve tension and drive away the stress of everyday life. Only exotic natural oils, such as the essence of light walnut oil, reach the skin. Or hibiscus extract. It reduces clogged pores, balances the acid-base balance of the skin and makes it supple. The Ushvani also offers a pool, two relaxation rooms, experience showers and couples suites.
And also: An in-house cosmetic product line is available for sale and can also be purchased in the luxury department store Harrods, which of course always worth a visit.
Address: Ushvani 1 Cadogan Gardens London SW3 2RJ www.ushvani.com
Extend the eyelashes at Blinkfairy
Any woman born with long, full eyelashes is lucky. However, the majority are rather dissatisfied with their on average 10 millimeters long eyelashes. The special salon "Blinkfairy" offers eyelash extensions that promise a length of up to 15 mm. The customers include Leona Lewis and Dita von Teese.
treatments: In a one-hour process, the experienced employees put the silk or plastic fake eyelashes between their own eyelashes. One after the other. 55 pieces per eye! The lifespan of your own eyelashes is about 100 days, then they fall out. And with them the extensions. Therefore, the extensions should be replaced every four weeks. A specially developed mascara is available for sale. Cost per session: around 100 euros, the refilling costs about 60 euros.
And also: The extensions are considered particularly robust and survive even long party nights. Luckily, the celebrity club ENVY is just an eight-minute walk away. There are three different dance floors, with the top one reserved for members and VIPs.
Address: Blinkfairy Eyelash Extensions 67 Sutherland Avenue London W9 2HF www.blinkfairy.co.uk
ENVY Night Club 41-43 Woodfield Rd Westbourne Park London W9 2BA www.envyclub.co.uk
Relax in the Alchemy Center
The London yoga studio "Alchemy the Center" is located in the bustling district of Camden, more precisely in the "Stables Market", one of the most famous market halls in London. And yet Alchemy is an oasis of calm.
treatments: In courses, one-to-one lessons or workshops yoga and meditation are taught under a holistic approach. Aromatherapy and acupuncture are also on the program. Incidentally, Maja Fiennes also offers courses here, the sister-in-law of actor Ralph Fiennes and an experienced yoga teacher.
And also: Just one and a half kilometers away is Manna Cuisine, one of London's best vegetarian restaurants, where you can enjoy a cake or a full menu. The chef convinces with innovation and taste.
Address: Alchemy the Center Unit 101 Stables Market Chalk Farm Road London NW1 8AH www.alchemythecentre.co.uk
Manna Vegetarian Restaurant Primrose Hill 4 Erskine Road London NW3 3AJ www.mannav.com
Teeth whiten at the Welbeck Clinic
The experts at London-based Welbeck Clinic are experts in white teeth and can quickly remove residues of nicotine, coffee, tea or wine. Stars like actress Helena Bonham Carter or singer Sophie Ellis Bextor have already received a new, bright white smile here.
treatments: The most common and probably the most promising form is the laser treatment. It lasts an hour and promises a brightening of up to eight nuances. At the first appointment, the dentition is photographed and found using a computer simulation the right tone for the patient. But in the cosmetic dental clinic not only bleaching is on the program: teeth can also be replaced, modeled or shortened and eye-catching crowns replaced without any problem.Price: from 700 euros
And also: You want to capture your new smile right away? Then off to about one kilometer away "New ID Studio" in London's Westend. The photo studio offers professional shootings for everyone.
Address: The Welbeck Clinic 20 Welbeck Street London W1G 8ED www.thewelbeckclinic.co.uk
New ID Studios & Burlingtons 14 John Princes Street London W1G 0JS www.newidstudios.co.uk
Visit Camilla Parker Bowles' hairdresser Stephen Casali
Camilla Parker Bowles is one of the clients of Stephen Casali.
Stephen Casali's hair salon is located in London's posh Mayfair district. In large letters, the name is emblazoned on the house facade, with box trees lining the entrance. Kate Middleton's step-in-law's mother-in-law, Camilla Parker Bowles, was styled here for the equivalent of 4300 euros for her wedding to Prince Charles in 2005.
treatments: The visit of Camilla Parker Bowles reveals it already: It is mainly offered classic, elegant looks.
And also: After visiting the hairdresser, be sure to visit Ebury Restaurant. Here is traditional and modern cuisine? and the right wine for every course.
Address: Stephen Casali 161 Ebury Street London SW1W 9QN
The Ebury Restaurant & Wine Bar 139 Ebury Street London SW1W 9QQ //eburyrestaurant.co.uk
Make-up in the Ritz
At least since the movie "Notting Hill", the Ritz Hotel in London is well known to everyone - after all, Hugh Grant languished here on Julia Roberts. The Ritz is the classic among the luxury hotels and the best place to be pampered royally.
treatments: In addition to the hairstyle and the outfit, the perfect look naturally also includes make-up. The spa begins with a skin analysis and a personal consultation. Which make-up fits which type? What makes the skin shine? Of course, many celebrity guests like to use this service too. Only the costs, they have it all in: The first hour for hair and make-up costs 150 euros, each additional 75 euros.
And also: For a small extra charge you get snacks of your choice served directly at the dressing table.
Address: The Ritz London 150 Piccadilly London W1J 9BR www.theritzlondon.com
