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New Year is a great point in the year for both reflection and trying something new, this year, more than any other many of us are looking for a fresh start and a way to increase our own sense of wellness and wellbeing. Starting new rituals for yourself, ensuring you...

You might think of having a manicure or a pedicure as an act of pampering or self-care. If you are trying to slot nail maintenance into a busy schedule, you might not think of them as a particularly social occasion. Now may be the time to rethink that! Alchemy & I...

The new year is a great time to shake things up, especial with the 2021 hair trends below. Many people will be making some changes this year, from getting fit, to learning a new skill, to giving up bad habits. Sometimes, though, you need a bit of an ‘external’...

Having a beauty treatment is a treat for anyone to enjoy. You may have one for a special occasion, you may buy one for someone else as a gift, or you may arrange one as a pick me up when you need one. One of the most popular beauty treatments out there that you can...

There is nothing better than treating yourself to a manicure and pedicure to make you feel a little more sparkly this Christmas. This has been a year like no other, and so spending a little time at the close of the year to make you look and feel great is well...

We don’t know what Christmas will look like this year but that does not mean we all don’t want great hair! Whatever you are doing for Christmas this year, making just a little effort with some festive flair in your hair will make you excited for Christmas morning!...

Your hair is important, and a good hairdresser will know that a great hairstyle can make you feel more confident and ready to face the world. We know that nurturing a good relationship with a new hairdresser can sometimes take time because your hair is integral to...

Balayage is a hairdressing technique that is taking the colour world by storm and it is one of the specialist hair services available at Alchemy & I in Palmerston North. Now one of the most popular ways to add a natural colour to your hair, it is a timeless...

Balayage is one of our favourite hair techniques and along with making your hair look great, the expert team at Alchemy & I in Palmerston North also ensure that you have healthy shiny hair too. Balayage is a beautiful look and remains popular for good reason, here...

In these strange times relaxation is more important than ever, and there are few things more calming that a massage in the luxe surroundings of Alchemy & I Palmerston North. If you want a deep massage, a hot stone massage is a great choice. It uses oils, warm...

Bouncing beautiful hair makes you look and feel a million dollars! For some people getting a blow wave is a regular part of their beauty routine, some from time to time and some only on special occasions. No matter how often you decide to have a blow wave, one thing...

If you are feeling tense or stressed, and 2020 has certainly given us a lot to be concerned about, then a massage may be the treatment you are looking for to relax. The luxury beauty space at Alchemy & I in Palmerston North is a perfect place to spend your me time...