Blog - Vanity Van

New Year new us meet The Experience Collective

13th January 2020

We are very happy to announce the launch of The Experience Collective. Our team has been growing and expanding behind the scenes and we will now be offering wellness, beauty and creative experiences. Our main focuses will be on large scale corporate events; retail and brand campaigns; in-office health and wellbeing programmes and bespoke retreats. As well as all the amazing treatments we offer we now have over 150 workshops and classes. There are seven aspects to the new The Experience Collective services. Inspire – educational talks and workshops about all areas of self-development; Connect – Yoga, meditation and breathe work; Play – creative fun,…

Vanity Van new truck mobile salon available for hire

5th December 2019

We are super excited to announce our new truck mobile salon unit available NOW. Perfect to add a huge visual impact to your next event or campaign. This mobile salon unit is ideal for corporate fun days, festivals, PR stunts, public events and out of town shopping centres. It’s our biggest outdoor salon space yet with almost 40 sqm of space to work with. The truck can be used as an open stage type experience with full visibility for treatments to draw in the crowds or we can add extra floor space with a covered canopy and additional staging on…

Beauty jobs with Vanity Van

19th November 2019

Vanity Van are seeking new stylists and therapists to join the team for beauty jobs and multiple opportunities in 2020. Regular event and campaign work all year round, monthly contracts and new European and festival opportunities on the horizon. Interviews and trade tests will be held in December across the UK in multiple locations. In particular hairstylists and hairdressers in Central London and massage therapists and manicurists across the UK particularly in London, Greater London, Midlands, Bristol, Bournemouth, Essex, Yorkshire, Liverpool, Manchester, Nottingham and Peterborough. We also need more holistic therapists and barbers in the London area. Full details will…

Vampy makeup looks – Autumn beauty trends

30th October 2019

With the Halloween festivities in full swing, it is the perfect time to switch up your current go-to look and incorporate elements of the vampy makeup trend into your morning beauty routine. So, whether you need a universally flattering vampy lip colour to transform your look from office chic to date night glam, or you’re adding the finishing touches to your Halloween inspired smokey eye, we’ve got you covered. There is one product that will always inhabit the bottom our makeup bag throughout Autumn: dark, vampy lipstick. Although purple is a bewitching shade for Halloween, violet lipstick is no longer purely reserved for the spooky festivities.…

Halloween makeup inspiration 2019- Let’s say boo

15th October 2019

The attire you choose is typically the focus of the night when Halloween rolls around, but it’s makeup that can really make, break or even suffice as a costume itself. With our help, you won’t be procrastinating, scrambling to find a last-minute costume or settling for the lazy girl go-to of cat ears and whiskers this year. From a technicolour twist on the classic film noir style makeup, to a ‘picture perfect’ protest on Insta-worthy beauty, we’ve rounded up 3 our favourite Halloween makeup looks which will only require a quick trip to the cosmetics aisle to pull off. Instead of buying a full costume to create…

Autumn skincare tips to live by 2019- Love your skin

30th September 2019

While we’re all for cosy Autumnal nights in, accompanied by a mountain of blankets, hot chocolate and a lineup of rom-com films, the change in weather unfortunately isn’t good news for your skin. As we transition seasons, it’s time to curate an Autumn skincare routine that soothes and smooths your post-summer skin whilst simultaneously prepping your skin for winter. The Vanity Van team have gathered up our best skincare tips to supercharge your skincare routine as we make our way into the crisp Autumn months. After a Summer of long beach days and hours in the beating sun, your complexion is more…

Autumn braided hairstyles- Fall 2019 hairstyling trends

18th September 2019

Besides from the obligatory seasonal wardrobe makeover and the change in climate, the arrival of autumn also brings with it the sudden urge to revamp your hairstyle. While braids are the perfect go-to for keeping your hair out of your face in the summer months, the transition into Autumn can also wreak havoc on your hair. So, to keep your hair protected from the wind, rain and crisp air, why not experiment with the latest braid trends? From a twist on a classic hair accessory to a playful up-do, these braided hairstyles are set to dominate the beauty world this autumn. …

Vanity Van are showcasing at Venues and Events Live 2019

17th September 2019

We are super excited to announce that our team will be featuring at the Venues and Events Live exhibition at Old Billingsgate this week Wednesday 18th September and Thursday 19th September 2019. Our holistic team, beauty experts and stylists will be creating a relaxation experience for guests in the Vaults with treatments and expert tips running throughout the day. We also have our fabulous new partners Morning Gloryville hosting taster sessions of their new wellness activities including yoga sessions and meditation and their team will be offering holistic treatments including massage and reiki. Attendees of Venues and Events Live can try out…

How to maintain or fake a glowing Summer tan- Tanning routine

3rd September 2019

Catching that “fresh from the beach” tan after a long Summer’s day is sometimes unavoidable, even if you have slathered your body in SPF. As Summer comes to an end, we’re all in a slump about the sunshine saying goodbye. But, while your holiday may be a thing of the past, it doesn’t mean your tan needs to. We’ve gathered up our best hints and tips for prolonging the life of your tan as we make our way into the Autumn months. If you haven’t had a chance to catch some rays and have remained the same pasty hue all Summer…

At-home massage techniques designed for healthier skin

19th August 2019

Whether you’ve vowed to make 2019 the year of self-care, or you want to tone and tighten your skin for the Summer, home massage therapy can be highly beneficial. For those interested in effective at-home beauty treatments, we have compiled a list of the most popular massage techniques in the mainstream beauty world that you can perform at home. When setting off for a Summer holiday, fears of exposing cellulite can put a dampener on the experience. However, as well as the usual anti-cellulite techniques, such as drinking lots of water and detoxifying your body, massage can also be hugely beneficial. A deep tissue…