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It was with great delight that I woke up this morning remembering that it was exactly a year ago that we launched ARK Age Aware Skincare in our London skincare centres.  So the brand is 1 year old today!

I would like to thank our reviewers in the beauty press who have done so much to support us through our first year.  When we receive comments such as "One of the best skincare ranges we've tried" from Sunday Times Style, "fast attaining cult status" from HELLO!, "outstanding" from Fashion Capital and "miracle worker" from OK!, we can't help but think that we are on to a good thing and our ARK customers are proof of that by continuing to buy our products.  So our wholehearted thanks go to you out there, too.

We have been working furiously hard over the summer and can now reveal the first of our exciting new developments:

ARK Age Aware Skincare will be launching on QVC UK at 5pm on Monday 6th September!

Please tune in to see me talk about the brand and show you a selection of our products, all at QVC special prices.

See QVC's interview with me in their blog:

http://blogs.qvcuk.com/qgossip/2010/08/ark-interview.html

I just can't wait for next week and look forward to you being part of the audience!  I will report back after the show.

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I was recently asked to take part in a photo shoot for Woman and Home magazine for their Real Women issue out this month.  Inspired by their readers, the July edition focuses on women today and what we are all talking about - whether it's work, family, friends, men etc. - encouraging a 'can do' attitude at any age.  I would certainly say that women can look good and feel great any any life stage.  In fact, that's what Ark Skincare is all about.  If you use the right products for your skin at the right time in your life, you will get great results and make the best of your own natural health and beauty.

We're working hard on some really exciting new developments here at ARK.  I'm dying to tell you all but it's a bit too early so all I can say at the moment is "watch this space"!

See today's Femail magazine (p. 71) with the Daily Mail for the chance to win £200 worth of ARK Home Aromatics goodies and other fabulous prizes!

See our Facebook page for details http://www.facebook.com/pages/Ark-Skincare/159549257671

Or join in the conversation with us on Twitter http://twitter.com/arkskincare 

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What a change to the weather in recent weeks!  We have leapt into Spring with an abundance of blossom thanks to the warmer temperatures and bluer skies.  Everything has come to life and is thriving with energy.  It's the perfect time of year to have the ARK Home Aromatics living aroma in your home.

living is a blend that is full of zesty citrus oils - Grapefruit, Orange, Bergamot, Lime.  Then you have the herbal, slightly sweeter but none the less energising smell of Lavender and Rosemary and adding that extra zing are the stimulating scents of Peppermint and Eucalyptus.  It's green.  It's vibrant.  It's positive.  It's like the dawn of a new day.  A fresh start.  It's a chance to cleanse your mind, opening it up to the exciting opportunities ahead of you today.  Be free, be curious, be alive!  That's what we call living.  Choose from the bath, body, candle and home fragrance products in the range ... and live it up!

Thank you all for your feedback on our ARK Age Aware Skincare products which have been so well received.  We are very pleased that you are seeing positive results and our skin trainers look forward to continuing your ARK skincare programme with you.  Contact us to book an appointment.

Click here for my Summer Skin Tips at Glam UK.

Our plumping lip balm flollows the trend for nude make-up this summer.

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With Mother's Day just a few days away, we've got the perfect range for you to tell your mum just how much you love her and I'm delighted to say that celebrity yummy mummy-to-be, Dannii Minogue, is a fan!  Dannii tweeted about our Home Aromatics 'loving' range after using the candle in her X-Factor dressing room.  http://twitpic.com/na5et  She loves the bath & body oil, too!  http://twitpic.com/1101og 

If you think a pampering treatment may go down better, then what about our SkinResponse Facial - including a personalised skin consultation and relaxing massage to face and scalp - guaranteed to be a real treat?  If you book via the Lavish web site, your mum will also receive a complimentary 'loving' room spray to take home and enjoy an indulgent evening at home.

Our hydrating SkinResponse Serum was shortlisted for a Marie Claire Prix d'Excellence Award last week.  Pete and I attended the ceremony and had a fabulous evening.  We really enjoyed meeting Lisa Snowdon there.  Although we didn't receive the award, we were absolutely thrilled to be recognised among the biggest brands in skincare within 6 months of launching ARK Age Aware Skincare.

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With two weeks to go until Valentine's Day, I expect plans are taking shape for what you are going to do or maybe it's all a wonderful surprise.  Whether it's dinner a deux, a weekend in a cosy hideaway or simply a romantic stroll in the park, we've got the perfect serum for you to look the part and glow with confidence all day.  Our radiance SkinResponse Serum, £34, will boost your complexion while plumping up and hydrating your skin to give you a deliriously happy and healthy look.  Extracts of Red Algae and an amino acid complex improve skin clarity and evenness and help reduce the pigmentation that comes with skin-aging spots so that your skin appears brighter.  Velvet Flower Seed adds the finishing touch and does just what it implies - softens your skin so that it is velvety to touch ... and kiss!

Nadine Baggott, health & beauty editor of HELLO!, says that the ARK radiance SkinResponse Serum is "fast attaining cult status because of its ability to lift dull, tired-looking complexions.  A combination of red algae and amino acids helps to banish any trace of winter greyness overnight."

If you are stuck for a gift for a loved one, or want them to choose what they would really like for themselves, we have ARK gift vouchers on sale in-store and online.  A relaxing massage or luxurious facial may be just the ticket!  They come in denominations of £10, £25, £50, £75 and £100 and can be redeemed against our treatments or products in-store.  Feel free to buy two or more vouchers to reach the value you require.  If it's all a bit last minute, then send them an ARK e-voucher which can be downloaded, printed and used in-store or online straight away.

I hope you have a "love"ly day and that, even if you're not able to see your Valentine, you can send them a gift that will make them smile!

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