BEAUTY IS MORE THAN SKIN DEEP!

OENOBIOL FEMME 45+ FLAT TUMMY CAPSULES

'rondeurs abdominales'

RRP: £21

-What the product claims -

After 45, the body has a tendency to accumulate surplus kilos. The stomach becomes rounder and the waistline thickens. Oenobiol Femme 45+ Flat Tummy capsules combine bio-active extract of linen, carthame and chrome. They help to reduce localised fatty deposits on the stomach. Results are visible from the sixth week.

-Dosage-

3 capsules, twice a day, with meals.

Being a natural product, these tablets can be taken all year round.

-Why I decided to take these tablets -

I have never had a problem with weight. I have always exercised, danced, done sit-ups etc. Just recently, though, (and I'm sure I don't have to say my age because the product sort of gives it away!), I have noticed that the localised fat on my lower stomach is harder to shift, no matter what I do. I was told by a friendly beautician that this is common at this time of life when one's hormones start to 'slow down'. So, along with exercise and massage oils, I started taking these tablets.

- DO THEY WORK?-

I thought I noticed a difference after a few weeks....but how was I to know for sure? When questioned by the lady in the pharmacy as to whether they worked, I replied that I didn't know because I didn't know what I would be like if I wasn't taking them!!

I stopped for a brief period and did notice a difference, though, so have begun taking them again. One of the rare things for this problem that actually seems to work! Well done, Oenobiol.

-Value for money-

Both my pharmacist and I think that six tablets a day is rather a lot and we have sent feedback to Oenobiol to suggest that they alter this. Taking this amount a day means that a box containing 60 tablets only lasts 10 days and this makes them rather costly. However, one does not need to take the tablets forever. The idea is that you take them for a three-month period, the French idea of a 'cure', and then have a break. Still an expensive option, in my opinion.

Oenobiol are running a good system where you cut out points on the bottom of the box and stick them to a leaflet provided inside. Once you have bought five boxes, you can send for a box for free.

- Suppliers -

The Garden Pharmacy, London

http://www.garden.co.uk/

Contact sales@garden.co.uk

VINOTHERAPIE by CAUDALIE

VINOTHERAPIE by CAUDALIE

CONTOURING CONCENTRATE thighs - hips - buttocks

Anti-cellulite - Draining

Targeted slimming and firming regimens

Inspired by the treatments of the Vinothérapie Spa

RRP: £24

- Product claims - helps to refine the silhouette and reduce the appearance of dimpled skin. It provides an immediate sensation of lightness. Your skin retains elasticity, tone and texture.

- Packaging -
Comes in an elegant green box that is much larger than the actual product within (as is so often the case!) and includes an instruction leaflet for application. The product itself is in a slim, clear cylinder that allows the golden liquid to show through and looks attractive on your bathroom shelf. It has a silver pump-action top under a clear lid. Travels well and, being slim, doesn't take up too much space in your washbag.

- Application -
Easy-to follow instructions...you pour a small amount of the liquid into your palm to warm it, then apply in upward, vertical strokes with a closed fist to stimulate circulation.
A practical touch: doses are marked on the side of the product so that you know how much to use.

- Scent -
I bought this product for how delicious it smells on my body and the 'feel-good' factor it gives me in the morning! Fresh and lemony. I could eat it! Contains the following essential oils: juniper, geranium, rosemary, lemon, lemongrass and cypress.

-Appearance and texture -
Product is an inviting gold liquid that warms quickly and feels smooth but not too oily. It feels good when applying and is quickly absorbed into the skin. Circulation is stimulated but the slight redness caused by efficient massaging soon goes away.

- Longevity -
One of the rare products where they actually encourage you to use only a small amount. The cylinder has marks for thirty doses, so provides a month of treatment if used daily. I find that I sometimes use even less than the marked dose...it depends how much of your body you are treating.

- Effectiveness -
The skin feels instantly smoother following application and the concentrate definitely has a moisturising and toning effect long-term.

-Value for money -
Compared to other similar products on the market I feel that this provides good value for money....especially as, in my case, it lasts me longer than a month.

-Other complementary products in the range -
Crushed Cabernet Scrub
Draining Organic Herbal Teas

- Suppliers -
http://www.caudalie.com/
Chemists all over the UK (see website for details)
SPACE NK
Debenhams