Lakeland Willow Water, a natural, soft tasting spring water from the Lake District Area in England, which is fast gaining popularity with Irish water drinkers are delighted to announce that Laura Woods, radio, television presenter and host of RTE’s new National Lottery game show “The Big Money Game”, is to become their Irish Ambassador.

The Bespoke Cuisine Cookery School, based in Stamullen, Co Meath, is pleased to announce that it will be running a series of summer workshops for children and teenagers from 7 to 16 years old.

Budding young Jamie Oliver’s and Rachel Allen’s will be able to take part in hands-on cookery and craft workshops at Bespoke Cuisine Cookery School. They will enjoy the art of cooking but also learn about food, cookery terms, and safety in the kitchen. Workshops will also include a craft element which will incorporate food. Children will decorate their own apron; and make napkin rings and table decorations from salt dough.

If you’ve ever felt isolated and embarrassed by thinning hair you’re not alone. A staggering one in three women and one in two men will suffer from thinning hair at some point in their lives with poor diet, smoking, stress, pregnancy, childbirth and the menopause all common causes of the condition.

As one of TV’s most well groomed presenters, Jennie Bond knows just how important it is to keep up appearances. So when Jennie recently discovered that her hair was thinning, she was naturally concerned.

Time to show your toots some loving this summer! Cut those cuticles and polish those pinkies, then pamper with the Artemis Woman Heel Smoother, the sell out success from the US. The Artemis Woman Heel Smoother is a revolutionary pedicure appliance which removes dry skin and smoothes calluses, without the use of sharp, dangerous blades or harsh chemicals making your feet look kissable in summer sandals! The Artemis Woman Heel Smoother is a strong, safe and effective way to revive your feet this summer, transforming dry, cracked heels to a spa fresh, smooth, soft finish after just one application!
The Artemis Woman Heel Smoother is perfect for worn out feet that have been squeezed into killer heels and hidden in boots all winter, and gives your toots a professional, salon-grade, beauty, pedicure appliance with a high performance dual speed motor which will revive your feet in the comfort of your own home! The DuraCrystal™ Power Tip is made with the same special crystals (aluminium oxide) used in professional microdermabrasion treatments, to safely, quickly and effectively remove dry, dead skin from the heels and feet. The tips rotate to remove unwanted dead skin effortlessly and painlessly and the dual speed motor allows you to control the pressure applied, resulting in a protected and efficient treatment. A thinner tip with finer grade crystals is included for smaller areas around the toes and cuticles. The Artemis Woman Heel Smoother is the only pedicure appliance with a built-in safety feature which stops rotation if too much pressure is applied, preventing over-exfoliating which can damage the foot.
For optimum results, the heel smoother comes with a luxurious Topaz Foot Butter, a natural, rich, nourishing shea butter formula with pure essential oils of tea tree (natural anti-fungal and anti-bacterial essential oil), bergamot, and lemon, and uplifting Topaz Crystals, which combine the ancient healing art of Gem Therapy with aromatherapy. When applied liberally, this Irish hand-made Topaz Foot Butter can rejuvenate and revitalise damaged skin, giving your feet a smoother, healthier and more radiant appearance, helping to keep your feet smoother and silkier for longer!
The Artemis Woman Heel Smoother retails at €29.95 and is available from all leading pharmacies nationwide, by calling the Lifes2good Call Centre in Galway on 1890 252 207 or simply by logging onto www.lifes2good.ie
For optimum results, the heel smoother should be used for about 5 minutes every week.

Eye Laser Ireland, a wholly owned Irish company which already runs three exclusive state-of-the- art eye laser clinics in Ireland, is delighted to announce the launch of a revolutionary eye clinic in Dundrum. The Dundrum Eye Clinic specialises in the diagnosis, treatment and care of eye disorders and diseases. Ophthalmic procedures range from diagnostic tests and vision rehabilitation to laser eye treatments and specialised eye surgery.

Summer has arrived! So it's very important to drink at least 1½ litres of water a day in order to prevent dehydration. By the time you are thirsty you are already dehydrated by 1%. At 2% dehydration, your work capacity is reduced by 20% so drinking water can improve you concentration at work or while studying.

Galway based natural healthcare company Lifes2good is delighted to announce the purchase of the world renowned natural hair nourishment system, Viviscal and its launch into the Irish market.
Manufactured and researched in Finland since the early 90’s, Viviscal provided nourishment for thinning hair and encouraged growth of existing hair. 1 in 3 women face thinning hair at some point in their lives with post pregnancy and the menopause often being the top two causes. Poor diet, stress and excessive hair styling can also be key contributory factors.
Viviscal is the latest advance in thinning hair treatment available in Ireland which nourishes and strengthens hair while promoting existing growth. Viviscal has been widely scientifically tested and contains up to 50% more active marine protein than its closest competitor.
The active ingredient in Viviscal is a pure marine protein complex called AminoMar C™. A powerful combination of marine extract, organic silica and vitamin C, it is 100% natural and contains the optimum level of nutrients to nourish the hair follicles naturally from within.
Viviscal works in four stages over 6 months, although most users notice a difference after the first 3-4 months:
1. nourishes the hair follicles
2. strengthens and promotes growth of existing hair
3. encourages growth of hair that has slowed down or temporarily stopped
4. promotes healthier vibrant hair
James Murphy, Managing Director, Lifes2good commented: “We are thrilled to be able to bring the Viviscal range to thinning hair sufferers in Ireland. We have a heavy hitting marketing campaign to ensure that people suffering from thinning hair know that there is a solution available to them that is natural and that can work for them.”
The launch saw TV presenter and Bucks Fizz star Cheryl Baker visit Dublin to offer her support to the product. Cheryl is among many women who have experienced thinning hair. The thinning got considerably worse following the birth of her twins thirteen years ago and then again more recently when she began menopause
The Viviscal range will include two hair nutrition supplements for women in maximum and regular strengths containing the exclusive AminoMar C™ marine complex; Viviscal Shampoo & Scalp Cleanser and Conditioner to strengthen and protect the hair and cleanse the scalp, and Viviscal Man which has been specifically formulated for men with added Zinc and Flax Seed. RRPs range from €11.95 for the Viviscal shampoo up to €59.95 for the maximum strength Viviscal supplement and is available in leading pharmacies and health food stores. Lifes2good’s product range also include skincare, pain relief, and weight management. Customers can also call Lifes2good’s Call Centre in Galway on 1890 601 801 to order Viviscal or for further information www.lifes2good.ie

One of the more unusual methods of commemorating International Women’s Day comes in the form of “Shoeisms”, a set of inspirational and motivational cards based on the best-selling wit and wisdom of Veronica Canning. Veronica is an exceptionally motivating and inspirational communicator with over thirty years experience in the four corners of the globe.

Bruce Shaw Partnership, the largest quantity surveying practice in Ireland, is delighted to launch The 2008 Bruce Shaw Handbook. The handbook, which is in its seventh year of publication, has established itself as an authoritative and valuable reference document for the construction and property industry. With a distribution now in excess of 10,000 copies, the Bruce Shaw publication has placed itself firmly in the industry as the must have guide.