We are always super excited to have big-name brands from America launching in the UK, and Gisou haircare has finally made its way across the pond. Not just stunning packaging, the brand has a wonderful history of its beginnings to compliment the retro bottles that will fit right in with your bathroom.

Owner Negin Mirsalehi is well known for her luscious long hair and a huge following on Instagram – now surpassing 4.6 million. What many don’t know, however, is that she is a sixth-generation bee-keeper whose family introduced her to the health and beauty benefits of bees and now she has a multimillion-dollar brand.

The product line has everything from Hair Perfume, Hair Wash to their Polishing Primer. Every single one of Gisou’s hair formulas contains honey, known for its soothing and antimicrobial benefits. The advantages actually date back to Egyptian times, as it was relied on for its skin-healing properties.

If this has piqued your interest, we should also let you know that it’s been dubbed as ‘liquid gold’ by some beauty experts. And now, finally, you can get your hands on the whole range. Make sure your quick though, as these are sure to fly off the shelves.

Here are our top picks:

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Gisou Honey Infused hair oil

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Gisou Curling Routine gift set

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Gisou Honey Infused hair mask

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Words By Rosina Findlay

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Warm Blonde – The Honey Spectrum

It may be time to ditch the purple shampoo and say goodbye to that ongoing battle you’ve been having with your natural warmth for so long. It’s a new season and there is a new trend taking over: warm blonde. Although the word “honey” may send shivers down your spine—especially for all the ash loving, lavender hued, anti-warm blondes out there—but it’s time to rethink and re-educate orselves in blonde.

The Difference Between Yellow and Gold

First thing first, there’s a huge difference between yellow and blonde. “Yellow” is unintentional and is usually a result of a colour not lifting, or lightning, to the level you desire. “Golden” blonde is even, expensive looking and glossy. Warm colours reflect more light, so ashy blondes can often have a dull and lifeless finish with very little gloss. Warm blondes promote shine, reflect light and actually appear lighter than cool blondes.

Maintenance

Unfortunately for lilac-loving blondes, hair is naturally warm. With hair always having a warm undertone it’s going to support a warm blonde a lot easier. This results in your desired shade having a lot less fade, fewer trips to the salon and in return, less time and money maintaining the shade. The fight with your hair can finally end. Hurray!

The Honey Spectrum

Don’t be alarmed. If you’re not use to going for a honey blonde, that’s ok. It’s doesn’t have to be as extreme as you’d think. Honestly, most healthy blonde colours people admire are a warmer shade (due to the light reflection). Warmth can be anything from a soft baby-blonde all the way to a rich copper-blonde, and everything in between. A subtle honey shade is the least dramatic, and simply results in a bright and even blonde.

Honey to Caramel

Deepening your root will also give your blonde a custom finish and a more natural result. A darker root will also result the illusion of you ends being even blonder. Taking this plunge gives you more options when deciding on your dream shade. To compliment this look, caramel and copper blondes work perfectly. Caramel blonde exudes luxury, richness and romance.

Introducing Blonde

Experimenting with a warmer shade of blonde is easiest if you have an even brown and are looking to introduce some new levels of tone. It’s can be done subtly and allows some room to adapt to the new lightness as you build the colour with each application. A soft honey blonde works best on hair that’s already on a fairly bright level to begin with. A simple toner can achieve this, usually.

Blondes really can have more fun—if they step outside the box from time to time. There’s a whole spectrum of blonde out there to discover and experiment with; don’t be a slave to the purple shampoo.

Words by Luke Nolan

Graphics by Frances Scott

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As we all adjust to our new normal of life indoors. Voir brings you the perfect home skin guide to get your indoor quarantine glow. Luckily, many cupboard essentials make for great skin treatments. Many everyday ingredients have natural benefits and can be used in homemade masks and creams. Here are a few recipes that you recreate from the comfort of your own home.

Honey

Raw honey is full of antioxidants which help fight wrinkles and fine lines, as well as helping to fade scars. It’s also a natural antibacterial so will help prevent spots popping up, whilst leaving the skin super soft. It can be used on its own, covering your face with a layer of it for a few minutes and then rinsing off, or combined with other ingredients for a face mask.

Mix 1 tablespoon of honey with 2 tablespoons of plain yoghurt, apply to face and let it sit for 15-20 minutes before wiping off with a warm facecloth. You can also substitute the yoghurt for half a ripe avocado for the same effect (save the other half for some avocado toast). If you want a more exfoliating wash, mix 1 tablespoon of honey with 1 tablespoon of uncooked oats and gently rub into the skin and leave for 15 minutes.

To get the most out of your honey mask, use it to boost moisture levels and keep your skin glowing. For tackling fine lines, think about adding Beverly Hills MD Deep Wrinkle Filler to your daily routine. This combo helps keep your skin hydrated while also addressing deeper wrinkles for a smoother, more youthful look.

Coffee

Coffee isn’t just beneficial in perking you up after a sleepless night, it also helps with your skin as it is packed full of antioxidants. From helping reduce the appearance of cellulite and fine lines to reducing inflammation and dark circles, coffee can be used in scrubs and masks to help keep your skin in top form.

Combine 1 tablespoon of ground/instant coffee with a tablespoon of milk to create a spreadable paste, apply to a clean face, massaging the mask gently and then leave for 15 minutes before rinsing off while massaging the face again. This will help reduce puffy eyes and clears the skin from dirt and dead skin cells, while the milk softens the skin.

Sugar

Sugar is something that is always stocked in our cupboards, and when it comes to skincare, sugar is a great ingredient. It’s great for exfoliating the skin, dissolving dead skin cells and cleansing, while not stripping the skin of natural oils. Brown sugar is the best choice for sensitive skin as it is the least abrasive and can be used as a scrub more often. Mix 1 cup of sugar with 3-5 tablespoons of olive or coconut oil (perfect for moisturising the skin) to get a sandy consistency, not too wet. Rub the mixture into the face and lips in circular motions after a shower/bath to get rid of dead, dry skin and rinse to leave you soft and glowing. The scrub is safe for lips as it’s edible and can also be used all over the body.

Teabags

Not only does a cup of tea soothe a tired person but it can also help tired eyes. Soak green tea bags in warm water then place on your eyes and it will help reduce puffiness or use cold tea bags to help with swelling and dark circles. Rubbing warm green tea bags in circular motions on clean skin where you are prone to acne will help clear the skin and reduce acne scarring.

Words by Camila Karalyte

Graphics by Katie Janes

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