| PROMOTION |Confidence in your smileA feminine touchThe Original 3 blade Venusrazor Soft has protectivecushions that gently smoothout your skin leaving it silkyto the touch. Just one strokegives you a close shave andsilky smooth skin.Tooth staining may be caused by eating certain foods and drinksand using tobacco. Stains on the surface reduce the naturalwhiteness of your smile. Crest 3D White has been clinically testedto gently restore the natural whiteness of teeth while providingunsurpassed cavity protection. Oral B Advantage 3D White isproven to clean and whiten as the bristles help to hold toothpasteto effectively clean away stains for a naturally whiter smile.Tips for Long HairDO use a conditioner after every wash to help keep hair moisturized andprotected against damage.DON’T use a brush on wet hairwhen you step out of the shower; oncehair is washed and conditioned, use a<strong>com</strong>b with smooth, wide-set teeth togently detangle hair, working from tipto root.DO use a spray, leave-in conditionerfor extra protection when using heatedhair appliances.DON’T attempt to blow-drysoaking wet hair immediately; to expediteyour blow-out process and help preventthermal damage, towel-wrap your hair for 10-15 minutesand remove excess water before using a blow-dryer.DO look for new technology in your drying and styling tools to helpminimize damage.DO use a root-lifter spray to achieve volume; avoid excessive teasingof hair, as it can uplift cuticles, making them fragile and susceptible tobreakage.DON’T overbrush hair; despite the <strong>com</strong>mon myth that 100 strokes aday are good for hair, this can lead to breakage. Regular, gentle brushingpromotes hair health and natural oil distribution.DO use deep-conditioning treatments once a week, or as often asneeded, to help minimize split ends and keep hair in top condition.DON’T wait more than eight weeks to get hair trimmed; regularsalon visits are essential in keeping hair healthy and beautiful.Tips provided by Pantene – Let the best of you shine through!36 L&s | february ’09Did you know…Shaving does not affect there-growth, size or colour ofhair - nor does it cause itto grow back thicker, darkeror faster. If you use anergonomically designed razorlike Gillette Venus, it doesn’tmatter which direction youshave in. The only exceptionis under your arms, where youshould go up, down and fromthe side as the hairs grow indifferent directions.The best way to maximize theefficacy of your shave is bygiving your body the lightestof touches. The lighter thetouch, the better the shave.The fresher the blade, thelighter the pressure you’llneed to exert. Change bladesregularly, blunt bladesare not effective and mayincrease the risk of infection.Colour it right!Colour and care can be a difficult <strong>com</strong>bination to get right when colouring at home.But not anymore! Wella has taken their expertise to create the perfect home haircolouring system designed to guarantee 50% more shine and 100% grey coverage.The right colour – If you are wondering what shade to choose, then read on andtry this tip from Wella Koleston. Almost every hair colour (except for jet black) willhave some warm tones in it, so one of the easiest ways to pick up on the mineraltrend is to play up those glistening warm tones, whether it’s by having highlightsat the salon or a multi-tonal hair colour applied at home. 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A full-load wash is much more economical than two half-loadwashes.Don’t mix whites and coloureds Whites <strong>com</strong>e out cleaner whenwashed with other whites, and coloureds with other coloureds. Itis also re<strong>com</strong>mended to follow the washing instructions for eachfabric.Follow the re<strong>com</strong>mended dose of detergent There is noneed to use more than the quantities indicated on the packet,since this will not improve the washing performance. Also avoidusing too little, since you may end up having to wash the clothesagain, with a consequent loss of time and increased electricityconsumption.Ariel is once again reminding consumers and the public thatthey can make significant savings on energy consumption andbills, simply by turning to 30°C! Research 1 conducted by Arieland endorsed by the Energy Saving Trust (UK) shows that we canreduce energy simply by doing our laundry at 30°C and washingat cooler temperatures. 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| TV |GourmetravelITALY … Italy has always been a culturalleader.Everything that could be said orwritten about this splendid country hasalready been documented. The climate,territory, history, art, its people andtraditions - every aspect of Italy has beenexplored and appreciated worldwide.However, there is always that little villageor historical building or a recipe waiting tobe discovered.When it <strong>com</strong>es to world cuisine, Italy is surely one of the most recognisable, with itssimple yet mouth-watering dishes made from top-quality ingredients.The Gourmetravel team has travelled to most of the regions in Italy and has capturedmany exciting moments featuring different fare. The programme is presented by ChefMaria Borg, who together with some top restaurateurs will be presenting some typicalregional recipes.<strong>For</strong> its first season, Gourmetravel takes you on a journey to Italy’s most impressivelandscapes, along the most beautiful Italian coasts and through ancient cities andvillages to unveil the beauty of this marvellous country.In the programme we will also meet some of the country’s top wine producers whoshare the secrets of their success and the many challenges they encounter such as therapid climate changes affecting their produce every season.A distinctive quality of the Maltese is that we like to leave our mark wherever wego and Gourmetravel is no exception. While on location, Maria Borg cooks sometraditional Maltese recipes - and sometimes spontaneously creates new ones withingredients typical of the area. Notwithstanding the differences between the twocountries, there are also a wealth of similarities in our traditions, cooking methods andway of life.Between the vineyards and the olive trees, and seeking out castles rich in history andfarmhouses which are still managed according to ancient traditions, the Gourmetravelteam is hard at work creating its next feature.Gourmetravel will appeal to a broad audience – from food and wine lovers to thosewho love to travel and are always on the lookout for new destinations, new niches todiscover... Partly educational, partly entertaining, Gourmetravel will whet your appetiteevery Sunday before lunch. It is the very first programme of this kind to be aired ontelevision. Over the next few years, the Gourmetravel team plans to travel to othercountries including Spain, France, Portugal, Germany and many others.Gourmetravel will be broadcast every Sunday at 12.00pm on NET TV with arepeat on Thursdays at 10.00pm. The programme is produced and directed by BlazeProductions and co-produced by Maria Borg.Gourmetravel... for those who enjoy food, wine and travel.L&s | february ’09 37