We all want the post-holiday tell-tale tan to show off when we land back on UK soil, but do you return home with a few unwanted skincare souvenirs too? Dry, flaky skin and pesky break-outs put a dampner on that apres-sun glow. When you combine the high altitude,...
I’ve been a beauty editor for almost 20 years now (way to make me feel old), I’ve tried thousands of products from countless brands, yet the one brand I find myself recommending over and over and over again, is Medik8. The reason? The products are packed...
Recently, we went on a little trolley dash around the Space NK store in Westfield. It was the most zen, calming atmosphere in which to shop; no mean feat considering outside of the store was the mayhem of a shopping centre. Whenever they do their 20% off weekends, or...
If you were excited by Glossierβs industry-shifting arrival nine years ago, then there’s five new beauty brands in town and you’re going to want their details.Β Whatβs more, these game-changing brands are all female founded, vegan and cruelty freeβ¦. NEW...
As we edge closer to 40 (we still feel like weβre about 27 but anyhoo) the area around our eyes is in need of a little extra TLC. Skipping eye-cream no longer cuts it, it’s time to embrace the extra step. The right ingredients, deployed in clever...
A luxe, designer make-up bag may not sit at the top of your list of essential purchases, but it will make you feel like you’ve got your sh*t together every time you reach for it. The best make-up cases are both pretty and practical, allowing you get organised...
Intrigued by beautyβs most effective ingredient but donβt know where to start? So many of you want to incorporate this anti-aging wizard into your skincare regime but youβre scared. There are tales of skin peeling and having to stay inside away from the sun for weeks...
Vitamin C has so many benefits that it should be part of everyoneβs skincare routine. It can tackle hyperpigmentation, reduce redness, protect from environmental aggressors, boost collagen production (therefore plumping up fine lines), help heal breakouts, sunburns...
Skincare can be a really confusing world but once you have grasped the science bit, it all begins to make sense. Acids β though the name might sound terrifying β are one of the easiest, fastest and most sure fire way to revitalise your skin and have you glowing in no...
1: THE CLEANSER: SKINCEUTICALS BLEMISH AND AGE This stuff addresses my two primary concerns βacne and signs of agingβin one fell swoop. I’ve found that it’s ideal for keeping the smaller whiteheads and surface bumps away, and it doesn’t dry out...
1: THE HAIR TONG: BABYLISS TITANIUM BRILLIANCE HAIR CURLER A lot of people prefer using a tong with a clamp, rather than a wand, for more of a controlled curl. If this is you; these are a brilliant price and give a really cool looking curl. Leave the ends out for...
1: CREAM BLUSH: BEAUTY PIE PRO ANGLED CONTOUR CHEEK BRUSH This expertly angled, densely bristled brush hugs the cheek bone, perfectly contouring and sculpting as it swipes and buffs blush into the correct position. Members Β£12 / Non-members Β£35 2: CONCEALER:...
Weβve been their biggest fans for years now, but this Christmas, Beauty Pie are really showing off. Pretty much everyone that tries the genius members-only beauty club becomes automatically obsessed, working their way through the...
1: Aesop Industrious Resurrection Handcare Set, Β£59 A genuinely useful gift set that anyone would be happy to receive; a 500ml Aesop Resurrection Aromatique hand wash, 75ml hand balm and a 50ml hand sanitiser. Fancy! 2: The White Company Winter Indulgence Candle, Β£140...
It’s 2022 and holidays are a go-go! But it’s important to remember, that even though we might come back glowing and with a tan, holiday’s can also have an adverse effect on our skin. Not only does your skin have to contend with the biggest skin ager...