Looking good, feeling great

Julia Bairstow admits that her nails could do with some special care and attention so we gave her the Champneys Cuticle Softener Nail Oil to try out.

Whether you are looking for a fuss free hairstyle for the school run, or for a super quick do that takes seconds before a night out with your partner, these step-by-step tips for a low chignon will leave you looking fab in five minutes or less, write Leo Bancroft

The perfect bun is designed to be both beautiful and functional. Originally buns have always been a classic, elegant hairstyle however with a few tweaks they can become a high fashion statement. They also keep your hair up and off your face, providing a low-maintenance style for women and girls on the go.Leo Bancroft give as step-by-step guide to creating the perfect ballerina bun.

With new improved formulas these two face masques from Dermalogica are highly recommended by Olivia and Anne Coates. Both testers found the masques did exactly what the packaging claimed.

Celebrity hairdresser Leo Bancroft gives a step-by-step guide to achieving the perfect fish tail plait for busy mums and their daughters!

Celebrity and catwalk hairdresser Leo Bancroft gives his top tips for healthy summer hair.

Anne Coates has been a complete convert to new cid cosmetics so was delighted to try out their new i-gloss and i-colour for lips and eyes.

Drench thirsty, sun-parched skin with the richest of aloe vera moisturisers: Aloe Super Hydrating Moisturiser from Eternal Skincare.

Julia Bairstow and her daughter tried out the Clay and Herbs Skincare range from Greeenleaves Herbal Healthcare.

Purelogicol age defying face mask promises fewer fine lines and wrinkles and firmer skin. Anne Coates put it to the test.

New and improved colour adjust foundation from New CID – i - perfection – has three new shades to the range. Anne Coates has put the cosmetic to the test.

Julia Bairstow and Anne Coates tried out these treatment gloves which promised a "spectacular improvement".

The logo on Living Nature products represents their circle of trust – 100 percent natural ingredients from New Zealand. Anne Coates was happy to trust their integrity and tried out the Hand Wash, Hand Cream, Body Wash and Body Bar.

Olivia Coates finds her skin reacts adversely to stress while Anne Coates 's more mature skin need a little help to look its best. Ginvera Marvel Gel and Ginvera Green Tea Nude Cover BB Cream came to their rescue.

Debra Lestrade, founder of the style-to-you.com website gives some sound advice on what jeans to choose to flatter your figure.

New from Clinique is this multi-tasking BB cream which helps prevent the premature signs of ageing with UVA/UVB and environmental protection while immediately concealing imperfections. Anne Coates put it to the test.

Hair benefits from a change of products and with winter dulling our locks, Phyto hair products are there to ensure "good hair days". Anne Coates tried out the Clarifying detox shampoo and Express conditioner.

A spa-type bath in your own home sounds a wonderful idea so Sue O'Neill and Anne Coates opted for a spot of post-Christmas indulgent luxury with GelSPA . Did the Gel Bath live up to expectations? Read their reports.