Herbal Essences announced their exciting plans and upcoming launches for the summer in AKA, Wicklow Street last week. The trendy bar was completely transformed into a botanical paradise by Dublin’s leading flower stylists Appassionata. Invited guests entered through an ivy and fuschia gloriosa ‘curtain’ and travelled down a candle lit staircase to be greeted by the soothing sounds of DJ Anya Stafford and the tantalizing aromas from the pampering zones.
Guests were treated to a night of indulgent bliss with specially designated zones. Beauty therapist Gillian Fox was on hand to give Indian head and shoulder massages in the aromatherapy corner. Hairstylist Andrew Fitzsimons gave tips on speedy up-styles and summer hair trends in the Hair Analysis zone, while Angela Gallagher applied this season’s must have accessory – Lash Extensions – and Make-up Artists and Nail Technician’s were on hand to treat guests to mini makeovers.
Guests included Brendan Scully, Sarah McGovern, Ali McDonnell, Julian Benson and Ronan McCormack, Sean Montague, Tara Leniston and Derrick Carberry.
Sexy ‘gardeners’ Samina Zia and Darragh Hayes distributed bespoke cocktails, including Herbal Heaven Mojitos and Botanical Breeze Martini’s, inspired by variants in the Botanicals range. Exotic canapés and a decadent chocolate fondue fountain with fruity dips completed the night in paradise.
