BITS AND PIECES

The tips and tricks that will make you smile this week

HOLIDAY IN STYLE

÷SELF-CATERING holidays will be all the rage for summer this year but that doesn’t mean you have to scrimp on luxury. Cliff Beach House is a six-bedroom beauty set above Ardmore Bay with a large cinema room, an outdoor hot-tub, and a fully-equipped gym. For details see cliffbeachhouse.ie

GET COLOURFUL

÷AS we are waiting for the hairdressers to open with bated breath, many of us have turned to home colours for help. New Garnier Nutrisse Ultra Colour offers an intense colour in a number of shades that will even cover those greys. The range works on all hair textures and even on dark hair, providing a long-lasting vibrant permanent colour. The pack also includes a conditioning treatment that will leave hair shiny and silky-soft. From €10.99.

HAIR BOOSTER

÷SPEAKING of shiny hair, Klorane Laboratories has just launched a new Hair Strengthening Serum with Quinine (€31.50). Quinine and edelweiss are combined to help prevent hair loss.

SPARK IT UP

÷ MAKE sure you’re ready for that warm sun again by packing the freezer with some of the new BBQ range from Iceland. Choose from tasty traditional burgers to hoisin duck and halloumi, sizzling sausages and even delicious desserts at the ready.

BRUSH UP

÷BRUSH up on your make-up techniques with this luxury vegan 12-piece set from Kash Beauty. The set is cruelty-free and developed using synthetic fibre technology so your technique will be flawless but your conscience will be clear. From €79.95.