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If you ever thought about becoming a musician but gave up, after we show you what’s on offer for our stars in the backstage VIP lounge, we’re sure you’ll book another music lesson.
The BRITs backstage area will this year feature a sensuous spa area, where VIPs can chill out, relax, and put the finishing touches to their glamorous look. Here, stars can enjoy a stolen moment of silence tucked away from the party madness. The celebs get everything from last-minute waxes to longed-for de-stresses – it’s a tough job, but someone’s got to do it.

Power Plates
Core London is bringing Vibration Therapy to The BRITs spa. Power Plate Vibration training builds strength and tone, as well as muscle and bone density. It also fights cellulite and reduces stress. Kylie, Natalie Imbruglia and June Sarpong are already devotees. www.corelondon.com

Internationally acclaimed make-up artist Ruby Hammer, famed for her work on the catwalk as well as on fashion and beauty shoots, is providing make-up looks backstage in the BRITs Spa 2008. Ruby will be using her acclaimed Ruby & Millie cosmetics to transform the artists backstage, and with 300 specifically formulated products to choose from, the brand has been hailed as the most innovative brand in the international beauty arena. Sold in Boots, Ruby & Millie is affordable innovative beauty, cutting edge trends and luxurious formulations at affordable prices. www.rubyandmillie.com

With 18 years experience, Elemis is the leading British spa and skincare brand. Backstage at the BRIT Awards, the Elemis SpaPod will treat some of tonight’s performers with Pro-Collagen treatments and the Time For Men range, as well as the Elemis Power Booster Facials, which are experienced on the state-of-the-art Intelligent Massage Chair. www.elemis.com

Say hello to the queen of threading! Kamini, the best brow expert in town, is backstage in the BRITs Spa ready to tame the brows of our show’s stars. Visit Kamini’s Kensington beauty salon to achieve the same perfect brow.www.kaminibeauty.com

BRITs stars will shimmer and shine if they visit the backstage tanning suite for a St Tropez Express spray tan. Guests can try out St Tropez
EVERYDAY Face, which boasts moisture-boosting marine extracts and soothing aloe, and the cellulite-busting EVERYDAY body. It’s the best way to glow at the aftershow parties! www.st-tropez.co.uk

BRIT Award nominees are invited to immerse themselves in the seductive Agent Provocateur pamper room. Agent Provocateur’s signature fragrance will stimulate the senses and Special Agents will be on hand to nourish skin and soothe muscles with the intoxicating Ménage A Trios massage oils. The saucy Body Glamour will add a shimmer to skin while an application of Titillation to the lips will ensure the perfect popstar pout, all thanks to Agent Provocateur. www.agentprovocateur.com

Paul Labrecque has two Manhattan salons and, having styled stars including Mary Kate and Ashley Olsen, Brittany Murphy, Hilary Swank, Jennifer Love Hewitt, and Kevin Bacon, has flown to London to put his ‘top stylist’ skills to good use at the BRITs. The award- winning Paul Labrecque Luxury Hair Care range, including Shea Butter Texture Balm for that rockstar look, is on sale at Selfridges. www.paullabrecque.com

Sharps offer a no-fuss approach to men’s prep. Male BRITs artists are invited to enjoy grooming treatments including a SHARPS Shave, Detox and Prep, or a SHARPS full service. It’s all on offer backstage at the BRITs spa curteousy of head barber Paul Ros Deis. This iconic NYC brand has now launched on Charlotte Street, W1, to help London guys look and feel… Sharp! www.sharpsbarbers.com

Leighton Denny’s nails have been featured in Marie Claire, Vogue, Harpers Bazaar and Grazia. In 2005, the celebrity nail care specialist created Leighton Denny Expert Nails, a pioneering range of hand, nail and foot care products and up-to–the minute nail colours.
At the BRITs, Leighton Denny will be offering On the Move
Manicures for the ultimate in glamorous hands and nails. www.leightondenny.com

Originally created for the Soho House owned Babington House, Cowshed is a range of therapeutic bath and body and spa products, handmade with natural ingredients of the highest quality. Cowshed products will add a touch of class to the artists’ bathrooms at the BRITs, while their dressing rooms will each contain goodies including the Cheeky Cow Nourishing Body Cream, Lippy Cow Natural Lip Balm and the Horny Cow Seductive Room Candle. www.cowshedonline.com