Substance Over Style
Arguably dated in design and lacking in state-of-the-art facilities, the treatments at Parrot Cay’s Como Shambhala Spa endorses our view that the excellence of the technician far outweighs that of the surroundings...
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Skincare: Islands In The Sun
When it comes to sun protection, are there some brands that are more effective in tropical climates than in others? Nota Bene thinks so...
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Spa Scoop: Courchevel 1850
Courchevel 1850: long considered the jewel of the French Alps, the legendary ski resort has recently added two new spas to its already impressive facilities. Do they stack up after a hard day on the slopes? Nota Bene reports...
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The Right Treatment
When it comes to choosing a spa, how do you know which one is right for you? Whether it’s weight loss you’re after or a spiritual experience you crave, Nota Bene explores the options...
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Hitting The Right Notes
Seldom are we so taken with heavy floral olfactory notes, however, this fall a fragrance by the quintessentially old-fashioned Italian perfume house, Acqua di Parma, has taken our interest
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Alicante: Spa Report
Seldom advocates of punitive diets or restrictive regimes, Nota Bene Pulse visits the scenic sanctuary of the SHA Wellness Clinic, Alicante, to uncover the pleasures of a macrobiotic lifestyle...
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Florence: Midas Touch
Four Seasons Hotel Firenze raises the bar in skincare with an exciting new and exclusive facial treatment
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Stem Cell Alert
Nota Bene Pulse has uncovered a remarkable medical doctor based in Los Angeles who specialises in anti-aging treatments that produce astounding results – without surgery! Using a potent combination of mesotherapy, Botox and various strengths of hyaluronic acid with groundbreaking creams, that are custom-made for each patient using proteins from their own blood, this treatment can be compared to a facelift by needles. She consults in Hamburg, Zurich, London, Munich and the USA. For more information, contact theteam@notabenepulse.com.
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Natural Beauty
Cygalle Dias, the woman behind Cygalle Healing Spa, launches a new range of natural organic skincare for men and women
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Matt Lovell
With his new book, Matt Lovell’s Palm-Sized Plan, about to launch, the London-based trainer and nutritionist at Kx Gym talks to Nota Bene Pulse about the myth of low-fat diets and why you may be working out too much
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Eye Believe
Skeen+ Solutions offers up a secret weapon in the fight against under-eye shadows, circles and puffiness
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Second Coming
To celebrate its 25th anniversary, Dior presents a new and improved Capture Totale skin serum
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Uncommon Scents
London perfumery Ormonde Jayne excels at creating unexpected, elegant fragrances that are ideal for gifting
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Dynamic Duo
M2 Beauté adds a point of difference to eyelash treatments by coupling its growth serum with a nourishing gloss
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Steeped in Tradition
Jo Malone presents a limited-edition collection of five fragrances inspired by the classic art of taking tea
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Skin Deeper
Priori goes beyond the surface with multitasking formulations that do more than just moisturise
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Kilian Hennessy
With his unique, and admittedly “excessive” fragrance collection crafted using the world’s rarest and most expensive oils, visionary Kilian Hennessy elevates perfume into art. He recently sat down with Pulse to discuss this olfactory originality, his family and more
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Eye Opener
Mylash is a new, prescription-only program designed to stimulate growth and make eyelashes thicker, longer and darker. Pulse takes a look...
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Spa Alert
The Royal Mansour Marrakech reveals a fabulous new spa that dazzles in size, opulence and peacefulness...
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Lisa Airan
As a doctor who wears Dior, Manhattan-based dermatologist Lisa Airan is the ultimate embodiment of brains and beauty. She’s also willing to admit, despite her natural good looks, that she too needs some help along way. With her trademark candour, Dr. Airan opens up to Nota Bene Pulse, revealing the latest in skincare developments, her favourite places on earth and her beauty secrets (good news: red wine, chocolate and romance are among them!)
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Support System
Great year round and especially good for the upcoming holiday season, Lierac’s Bust Lift Tensor Spray raises more than just spirits
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The Gift of Kilian
Kilian presents a luxurious limited-edition travel fragrance set just in time for the holidays
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Feet First
When Bastien Gonzalez, formally trained podiatrist and world’s finest pedicurist, launches a new product Pulse pays attention
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Getting Even
Acclaimed makeup artist Ellis Faas has become a new Pulse favourite for many reasons and her skin-transforming concealer is just one of them...
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Baltic Beauty
Upscale in downtown Vilnius, Crème de la Crème is an elegantly cool boutique dedicated to fulfilling the constant cravings of a beauty addict
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Scent, Hope and Charity
Perfumer Anne McClain believes emotions can be translated into scent and perfume can make a positive difference. She founded her own company, MCMC Fragrances, to prove it
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Pretty Special
Hong Kong's fashion force Joyce elevates the beauty bar with its gleaming new Joyce Beauty flagship store on the city’s Queens Road
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Saving Face
Linacare, a line of advanced skincare products originally engineered for medical use, has become a firm Pulse favourite. To experience its Transforming Face Cream, which is nothing short of miraculous, is to understand why
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For the Fun of Fragrance
Legendary candle-maker Cire Trudon puts a new spin on fragrance with its irresistible Stink Bombs
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To Pulse Points with Love
French shoemaker Roger Vivier is set to launch his first fragrance collection this fall
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Terry de Gunzburg
As the inventor of Yves Saint Laurent’s iconic Touche Eclat and the founder of the renowned By Terry range, Terry de Gunzburg is an undisputed skincare and cosmetic guru. When not travelling the globe for work, she divides her time between homes in London and Paris. Here, she lets us in on some of her favourite haunts in each city, describes her dream clients, reveals the ultimate beauty tip and much, much more...
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Smooth Operators
Taking the barber shop to an entirely new level, London’s Carter and Bond has made a serious impression on the boys at Nota Bene Pulse – so much so, they’re hooked on facials and wet shaves!
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