Bharti Vyas Holistic Therapy & Beauty Centre
5 & 24 Chiltern Street, W1U 7QE, Tel: 020 7935 5312, Website: www.bharti-vyas.com,
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Working on the proviso that "well-being comes from within", Bharti Vyas offers holistic therapy
treatments, together with a range of beauty products to help cleanse, moisturize and tone your
skin. A well-ordered (and easy to use) website offers D.I.Y. treatments, while her Chiltern Street
centre offers a whole host of services including facials, skin peels, body wraps, massages, scalp
therapy and hair removal. And, while it's undoubtedly cheaper to use Bharti's home based products,
nothing beats a one to one consultation and the pampered luxury of personalised treatment.
The Body Shop
 The Floral Centre, 23 Long Acre, WC2E 9LD, Tel: 0207 836 4901,
Website: www.the-body-shop.com,
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Now a truly global phenomenon, the late Anita Roddick's Body Shop has long been a supplier of cruelty-free,
good value cosmetics for women of all ages. Now owned by L'Oreal, the company has three stores on Oxford Street alone (and others in Knightsbridge,
Victoria and Kensington). Consequently, it's not difficult to find a local branch,
especially as the Body Shop's website features a useful online store locator.
89 Jermyn Street, SW1Y 6JH, Tel: 020 7930 2885, Website: www.florislondon.com,
Tube: Green Park/Piccadilly Circus,
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Originally established by Menorcan Juan Famenias Floris in 1730, this well-known London based
perfumery stocks a large range of traditional style fragrances including lavender and Lilly of the
Valley. More contemporary offerings include Fleur and China Rose, while for men, there's an
excellent range of shaving and grooming products, including Floris' signature No.89 cologne. A new
range of decorative room fragrances completes an already impressive list of upmarket products.
150 Sloane Street, SW1X 9BX, Tel: 020 7730 2100, Website: www.jomalone.co.uk, Tube: Sloane Square,
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Having been acquired by Estée Lauder in 1999, Jo Malone has expanded worldwide thanks to an
excellent range of fragrances and skincare products. Ultra-chic, clean, contemporary perfumes are
blended from a selection of unusual flowers, herbs and spices, while for the home you'll find an
extensive collection of scented candles. And, with over 200 products in the company's range, you're
sure to find items to help compliment your beauty regime, or a worthwhile gift for
friends/family.
149 Regent Street, W1B 4JD, Tel:
020 7494 0467, Website: www.loccitane.com, Tube: Oxford Circus,
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Founded by French ecologist Oliver Baussan in 1976, L'Occitane's range of beauty products use only
top-quality essential oils and natural ingredients. Most famous for its range of "Marseille Soaps",
the company also produces an excellent Shea Butter Collection, along with a range of body care,
anti-ageing, eye care and sun protection products. For men, you'll find traditional style shaving
brushes, balms and creams, with specially formulated eau de toilettes and shower gels to help
compliment your face/body care regime.
Unit 11, The Piazza, WC2E 8RA, Tel: 020 7240 4570, Website: www.lush.co.uk, Tube: Covent Garden,
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Firmly geared towards the "fun end" of the beauty market, Lush's range is derived not only from
essential oils, but fruits, chocolate and vegetables. And, while most of the company's range sounds
good enough to eat, they also happen to be ideal for long soaks in the tub, adding scent to your
home, or supplementing face, body or hair care regimes. What's more products are reasonably priced,
suitable for vegetarians and 100% cruelty-free.
MAC Cosmetics
 Unit 4, 38 Neal Street, London WC2H 9PS, Tel: 020 7379 6820, www.maccosmetics.com,
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Endorsed and used by Hollywood's leading stars, MAC produces a range of top quality (cruelty free)
cosmetics which include lipsticks, eyeliners and foundation. A trendy King's Road location and
helpful staff make for a rewarding visit, while MAC should also be applauded for its policy of
donating funds from the sale of VIVA GLAM products to help in the continued global fight against
HIV/AIDS.
41 Wellington Street, WC2E 7BN, Tel: 020 7836 2150, Website: www.penhaligons.co.uk,
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With a number of Royal Warrants to its name, Penhaligon's is an upmarket perfumery with a deserved
reputation for quality and first-class customer service. From its flagship store in Covent Garden,
the company has blossomed in recent years, not only establishing itself worldwide, but enhancing
and expanding its range to include facial, body and male grooming products.
As well as offering classic ladies fragrances such as Lily of the Valley,
there are perfumes include the uplifting, spring influenced Bluebell, while for non-gender specific
scents look no further than the refreshing citrus tones of Quercus. In addition, the company offers
a good selection of beauty products including their excellent avocado face cream, while for the
home, fragrances such as Samarkand and Lavandula introduce subtle freshness to any room.
Penhaligon's services are rounded off by an extensive (and easy to use)
website, which includes a complimentary gift wrapping service for purchases made online.
48 Monmouth Street, WC2 9EP, Tel: 020 7836 3955, Website: www.screenface.com, Tube: Tottenham Court Road/Covent
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Specialising in cosmetic products for film stars and make-up professionals, Screenface has also
introduced an everyday range that includes top-notch foundation, lip liners, lip sticks, shimmer
dust and accessories such as clear make-up bags, wallets and eye lash curlers.
4 Portobello Green, W10 5TZ, Tel: 020 8968 5435, Website: www.zarvis.com, Tube: Ladbroke Grove,
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A welcome find in West London, Zarvis is a likeable healthcare shop which offers a comprehensive
range of upmarket bath products. For a soothing soak, choose from the company's botanical range
which includes Citron (for sensitive skin), the lavender scented Tonic, and a more exotic ginseng
based blend. A particular highlight are Zarvis' gift sets which vary according to your needs.
Pandora's Box is for more self-indulgent bathing, while the Intimate Bath Tin contains a massage
oil for a soothing before (and after) massage. Reasonable prices make for ideal Xmas/birthday
presents.
Hairdressers
30 D'Arblay Street, W1F 8ER, Tel: 020 7494 2398, Website: www.fishweb.co.uk, Tube: Oxford Circus,
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Popular Soho salon housed in what was formerly an old fishmongers. Relaxed surroundings and
well-trained stylists enable Fish to offer a good mix of classic and fashion (unisex) cuts, as well
as its own range of haircare products. Attracts celebrity clients, although prices are pretty
reasonable for a cut and blow dry.
75 New Cavendish Street, W1M 7RB, Tel: 020 7636 1401, Website: www.johnfrieda.com, Tube: Great Portland Street,
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Marylebone based salon owned by the celebrity hairdresser which offers top-notch cuts and an
extensive range of haircare services/products. While a cut and blow dry costs upwards of £60,
(with highlights from £100), the talent of Frieda's resident stylists is unquestioned.
Surroundings and ambience are arguably more imposing than London's other big name salons, although
results are sure to make an appointment here worthwhile. Of course, Frieda's famous Frizz-Ease Hair
Serum is also available for those with less manageable hair.
130 Mount Street, W1K 3NY, Tel: 020 7491 4700, Website: www.nickyclarke.co.uk,
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Still a working hairdresser despite a grueling (but highly lucrative) schedule of TV and public
appearances, Nicky Clarke remains the preferred stylist of many British fashion designers and
celebrities. Not surprising then that an appointment with the man himself costs at least £300
(first consultation), although cuts by graduate stylists start from a more affordable £50.
Central location near to Bond Street Tube is a boon, while booking (at least three weeks in
advance) is essential.
82 Duke of York Square, Sloane Street, SW3 4LY, Tel: 020 7730 1222, Website: www.richardward.co.uk,
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Celebrity hairdresser operating a suitably upmarket salon in Belgravia. Shampoo cut and blow dry
from £25 rising to £100 (depending upon the stylist), with colouring from £65 and
perms £70. Other services include facial/body treatments, manicures, pedicures and male
grooming.
241 Brompton Road, Knightsbridge, SW3 2EP, Tel: 020 7591 0176, Website: www.toniandguy.co.uk,
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Fortunately success and worldwide expansion have not blighted Tony & Guy's award-winning
formula. As the country's favourite hairdressing chain, funky designer cuts (at relatively)
reasonable prices ensure the company's salons are always chock-full. However, because of the sheer
number of London branches, it's still fairly easy to make an appointment. And, if you're not sure
about which cut to choose, Tony & Guy's website features a useful style guide (which you simply
print-off and take with you to the salon).
27 Floral Street, WC2 9DP, Tel: 020 7379 6901, Website: www.trevorsorbie.com,
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Widely regarded as one of the most innovative (and likeable) hairdressers in the world, Trevor
Sorbie's Covent Garden salon not only provides top-notch cuts, but excellent value for money too.
Having trained under Vidal Sasson, Sorbie went on to create the famous 'wedge' cut and 'scrunch'
drying technique. And, despite being one of the most in-demand stylists on earth, a cut and
blow-dry with Trevor will only set you back around £200 (although waiting lists are very long). For a
cut by one of his stylists, expect to pay between £50 and £74.50 with colour rising to
approx. £120. Naturally, Sorbie's line of affordable (and excellent quality) hair care
products are also stocked here.
Male Grooming
60 Brook Street, W1Y 1YB, Tel: 020 7409 2001, Website: www.the-refinery.com,
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An award-winning grooming emporium that provides well-healed city gents with the very best body,
skin and hair treatments. Located in the heart of Mayfair, The Refinery has a real 'boys club'
atmosphere (indeed women are barred from entering the salon's inner sanctum). For those in a hurry,
15 minute 'pit stop' treatments include mini-facials, along with head, neck and shoulder massages,
while traditional services include barbering, scalp treatment and shaves. The dry flotation tank is
also a real hoot. Highly recommended if you have the funds at your disposal.
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Southwick Street, London W2 1JQ, Tel: 020 7402 1400, Website: www.sugarshop.co.uk, Tube: Paddington,
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The shop's name is actually derived from an ancient form of hair removal called sugaring.
Apparently, it was (and we're taking their word for it here) practised by those rather clever
chappies the Egyptians for over 2000 years. Basically, a mixture of sugar, lemon and water is
applied to the skin, then removed by hand or with a cloth. And hey presto, even the likes of Pete
Sampras can have hair free, baby soft skin in under an hour. Unfortunately, we're all too chicken
to try it (for the time being at least).
Opticians
Eye to Eye
3A Montpelier Street, SW7 1EX, Tel: 020 7581 8828, Website: www.eyetoeyeopticians.co.uk,
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Wide selection of designer frames including those by Armani, Dolce & Gabbana, Alan Mikli and
Mont Blanc. Conveniently located just off Brompton Road (near to Harrods).
29 Floral Street, WC2E 9DP, Tel: 020 7240 5055, Website: www.kirkoriginals.com,
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Retro designs and guaranteed exclusivity distinguish Kirk Originals from other London opticians.
Trendy styling, hand-made acetate frames and a minimalist shop presence in Covent Garden ensure
that prices are (on average) around £200 per pair.
104-106 Oxford Street, W1D 1LW, Tel: 020 7580 0911, Website: www.visionexpress.co.uk,
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Well-known chain of opticians which offer a one-hour turnaround for orders placed in store. Along
with a minimalist 'optical lab' vibe, Vision Express stock a wide and varied range of frames,
neatly categorised as Basic, Optimum, Innovation and Designer (including those by Armani, Calvin
Klein, DKNY, Dolce & Gabbana, Hugo Boss and Versace). Coupled with a wide-range of contact
lenses and specialist spectacles, the company provides good value services, albeit in slightly
soulless surroundings
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