Parenting Without Tears

New REF hair products from Sweden

A comprehensive collection of essentials for every type of hair, REF has a reference sytem whcih makes it easy to choose the right product for your hair. Olivia Coates tried out REF 335 Volume Shampoo, Conditioner and the Dry Shampoo.

"How to Look Good Naked" Toiletry Bag

At Parenting Without Tears we thought it was about time Alex Bell had something nice for herself to try out. So we said, "Treat yourself girlfriend". Here's her thoughts on the Toiletry Bag.

Aubrey Organics Green Tea and Ginko Facial Cleansing Lotion and Moisturiser

Karen Trinder has sensiitve skin and will not use products that have any ingedients from an animal source. The Aubrey Organics Green Tea and Ginko Facial Cleansing Lotion and Moisturiser fitted the bill on both counts.

Visible Brilliance by Elemis

If your skin is looking dull and lifeless, Elemis has the answer with their latest serum designed to revitalise so your face appears rested and reenergised. Anne Coates put it to the test.

Clarisonic - skincare for the 21st century

Facial cleansing takes a leap forward with the new Clarisonic brush that you can use with your regular make-up remover for a deeper, more effective cleanse. Anne Coates was impressed when she tried one out.

Korres cleansing scrub, cleansing mask and face primer

Keeping skin clean and fresh-looking while still being kind to the environment can be a tough call but the Korres range has all the right credentials. Anne Coates tried out the Korres Pomegranate Cleansing Scrub and Mask and the Korres Face Primer and loved the results.

TIGI Bed Head Brunette Goddess shampoo, conditioner and shine spray

Julia Bairstow had never considered herself a brunette but was delighted with the results of the TIGI Bed Head Brunette Goddess range of hair care products.

DCL Clay Mint Mask

Finding new products that you enjoy using is one of the real bonuses of writing about beauty. Anne Coates and daughter Olivia both loved the DCL Clay Mask which works equally well for young and not so young skins!

La Dermacie de RoC® - the first bespoke anti-ageing boutique

Over £20,000 worth of dermatologist advice, treatments and product offered for one day only – Friday 25 September 2009 at 18 Maddox St, London W1, from 11am to 7pm courtesy of La Dermacie de RoC®.

Four great new beauty products from Simple

Simple, a leader in facial skincare products, has launched four new products in its Kind to Skin and Kind to Eyes range: Pore Minimising Toning Cleanser, Nourishing Eye Make-Up Remover Cream, Vital Vitamin Day Cream and Vital Vitamin Night Cream. Anne Coates put them to the test.

Grandma Vine skin products

Julia Bairstow has been trying out Grandma Vine's Heavenly Feast Body Cream, Natural Antiseptic Gel and Natural Vitamin E Cream to help with her psoriasis and dry skin condition.

Crowning glory - getting a head start

There are times in our lives - like after childbirth, during the menopause or some illnesses - when our hair could do with a boost. Sarah Braund from Racoon International talks about how hair extensions can be just what's needed.

Hoodia Mint - to help you lose weight

If you are trying to shed a few pounds and need a little help, Hoodia Mint could be just the thing to stop you snacking between meals, as Helen Hunt discovered.

LAVERÉ Hydro Energy Cool Eye

The delicate skin around the eyes reveals a lot about us - tiredness, age, general health and well-being. Anne Coates tried out LAVERÉ Hydro Energy Cool Eye to see if there were any improvements.

Pilates for Beginners By Kristin McGee from Acacia

Anne Coates reviews Kristin McGee's Pilates For Beginners, released by Acacia, and recommends this DVD for everyone who likes - or needs - to exercsie at home to improve health and fitness levels.

Sole Platinum Sandal Sport Flips

Flips flops – that great standby of the summer season - can cause havoc with foot health. Now there’s a new design to give maximum comfort as well as foot protection. Anne Coates has been putting the Platinum Sandal Sport Flips through their paces.

Kate Logan handmade skin care products put to the test

Karen Trinder, Julia Bairstow and Anne Coates tried out a range of handmade natural skin care products from Kate Logan and each of them was impressed.

Shampowder - for when you don't have time to wash your hair

Sian Minett, a mother of three with a demanding full-time job, has found the answer to those mornings - or evenings - when you just run out of time to wash your hair: Shampowder .