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Gaby's Bakery - Soneva Fushi Gluten Free Banana Cake

Gaby's Bakery - Soneva Fushi Gluten Free Banana Cake

April 25, 2025

The Maldives is a long way to go to pick up a recipe, but wherever we are I'm always keen to discover what the locals are doing. The patisserie chef was kind enough to share this recipe that was part of the delicious breakfast offering.

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How Much Is Your Life Worth?

How Much Is Your Life Worth?

April 25, 2025

Many people would say life is priceless, especially their own, yet don’t always adopt the basic principles that enhance wellbeing and longevity....

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In the Chair - Real People Real Hair - Jessica

In the Chair - Real People Real Hair - Jessica

April 15, 2025

When an industry gangs up on its customers to suit itself, it never ends well. Eventually the mis-selling and other scandals come to light, then the providers close ranks, obfuscate, and gaslight the customers into thinking they are in the wrong or they themselves are the problem. 

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Do You Know Your Hair Type?

Do You Know Your Hair Type?

April 14, 2025

It’s almost certainly a combination. You won’t have one hair type, in the same way that you’re unlikely to have one skin type on your face. Treating your eye area like your T-zone will cause...

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In the Chair - Real People Real Hair - Mehwish

In the Chair - Real People Real Hair - Mehwish

April 11, 2025

If you're not a client of ours and have long layered hair, there's a 98% chance that you have this haircut on the left. The lazy A-line and 3-Step Bob. Some get 4-Steps! Each clunky step thinned out to try to disguise the clumsiness of a hairstyle that hasn't been properly layered

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Gaby's Bakery - Almond & Lemon Pesach Cookies

Gaby's Bakery - Almond & Lemon Pesach Cookies

April 11, 2025

This delicious gluten-free Passover treat is a variant to many of the sweet recipes from the Mediterranean and Middle East. Best of all it's quick and easy to make.

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Why does my scalp itch?

Why does my scalp itch?

April 11, 2025

There are lots of reasons why scalps itch and here we outline some of the common ones, and how you can avoid them. There really is no need to suffer. If your skin is irritated...

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HELP! I Have Split Ends

HELP! I Have Split Ends

April 10, 2025

Those fuzzy white dots really spoil the look. But if it’s any consolation they’re even worse under the microscope.

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In the Chair - Real People Real Hair - Elif

In the Chair - Real People Real Hair - Elif

April 10, 2025

Frizzy hair can be a struggle. Unfortunately, it’s made much worse by poor haircutting, and by many of the hair products that tame frizz for today, but create more frizz tomorrow.

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Gaby's Bakery - Lemon Mascarpone Easter Meringues

Gaby's Bakery - Lemon Mascarpone Easter Meringues

April 05, 2025

If you're looking for decorative dish for Easter then this is an easy recipe and fun to do with the kids. The boys used the excess for decorations so we had a farmyard of furry chicks all round the kitchen. 

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Your Scalp Detox Routine

Your Scalp Detox Routine

April 04, 2025

The Winter Season is a great time to consider our personal care rituals. One area that’s often overlooked is scalp health. Like elsewhere it can become clogged and dull.

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Gaby's Bakery - Mini Egg Easter Brownies

Gaby's Bakery - Mini Egg Easter Brownies

March 29, 2025

The salon is decked out in Easter decorations now, so I thought it would be seasonal to have some fun with a most loved brownie recipe. Kids will want to help but you'll need to keep an eye on the sweets...

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