Sampar has a new body care range, Winsome Body, just in time for summer. The Lap of Luxury Sea Scrub (HK$525/250ml) is a blend of mineral-rich sea salts and 100 per cent pure essential oils such as peppermint, myrtle and lavender. It's designed to revitalise dull skin without irritation and allow better penetration of moisturisers. Apply once or twice a week on wet skin. Afterwards, rub in the new Go Figure Slimming Gel (HK$625/150ml), a combination of three types of natural algae to increase micro-circulation in tissue, eliminate waste responsible for cellulite and prevent new fat deposits forming. Apply morning and evening to trouble spots. Available from Lane Crawford, Pacific Place.
MTM, a Japanese spa and skincare group, has a new custom-blended anti-ageing range - Botimate - which contains the Botox-like element acetyl hexapeptide, a natural substance said to relax muscle intensity and reduce wrinkles. The products include Botimate Serum (HK$2,500/30ml, right), which aims to lock moisture into the skin and restore elasticity, Botimate Moisturiser (HK$1,600/35ml), which has a satin-smooth texture and is absorbed quickly
into skin to tighten pores and soften facial lines, Botimate Mask (HK$1,600/55ml), which aims to renew cell function and moisturise, and Eye Serum (HK$1,200/15ml), an antioxidant cream for lifting sagging skin and smoothing crow's feet. Available from MTM Skincare Centres, shop UG02, 28 Canton Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, shop 205, Central Building, 1 Pedder Street, Central, and shop G36, Festival Walk, Kowloon Tong.
Chanel's classic Chance scent has been updated with the new Chance Eau Fraiche (HK$420/50ml, HK$600/100ml). The floral fragrance (above, right) now includes white musk and notes of water hyacinth, which tones down the original's jasmine absolute, amber patchouli and Haitian vetiver for vitality, as well as a subtle hint of new teakwood note. Available from all Chanel counters.
Mark Hill Hair Cosmetics has released its new Colour Care Collection, formulated to protect hair against fading and damage by repairing the cuticle layer from root to tip. All products (below) have been infused with silk proteins, vitamin E for shine, sunflower seed extract to stimulate blood circulation and prevent colour fading, and oryzanol, a natural antioxidant and UV filter. The collection includes Cleansing Shampoo (HK$89/250ml), Moisturising Conditioner (HK$89/250ml), Intensive Colour Protection Mask (HK$135/175ml) and Colour Protection Mist (HK$90/150ml). Available from Watsons stores or call the hotline: 3106 3661.
The popular CK One fragrance has been given a makeover, with the release of CK One Summer (HK$360/100ml). Described as a breezy, cool scent, it's a blend of grapefruit, orange pulp, mandarin, watermelon, ginger, marigold, creamy vanilla, vetiver and orris. Also rub in the new CK One Summer moisturiser (HK$180/200ml), which contains vitamins A, C and E, to nourish skin and leave you smelling citrus-fresh all day. Available from Calvin Klein counters at Sogo in Causeway Bay, Lane Crawford in Times Square, Faces in Harbour City, Tsim Sha Tsui and Wing On Plus in Nathan Road, Kowloon.