Back in July of last year, I made the somewhat catastrophic mistake of swapping to a new form of birth control, and long story short, it lead to my skin breaking out in a way that it never had before. I gave it a couple of months to see if my skin would […]
Get Green This Winter: How To Combine Beauty And Saving The Planet
One of my New Year’s resolutions was to lead a greener life, and for me, part of that is making my beauty regime a little more eco-friendly. In case you also love the idea of leading a slightly greener life, I thought I would share a few simple steps that you can take to combine […]
Review: Harley Street Hair Clinic Hamper*
Taking time out for myself has sadly become a bit of a luxury, as I’ve been putting all my time into growing my business. I used to have plenty of time to pamper myself every week but now time just seems to disappear, leaving me in serious need of a little ‘me time’. […]
Microblading: The Latest Beauty Trend That Everyone’s Talking About!
It doesn’t matter whether you like them arched and bold or straight and feathered, eyebrows are one of the most important facial features. This year has been the year of the brows, with every beauty addict wanting to achieve the most flawlessly perfect eyebrows possible. To achieve perfect brows some of us wax, others […]
Nature’s Best: DIY Beauty Treatments That Won’t Break The Bank
We’ve all been there when payday is still a good few days away but our hair, skin or nails desperately need some TLC. Before you rush out to get that luscious, but rather expensive hair conditioner, book a deluxe pedicure or give your dermatologist a ring why not first try something a little more […]
What Improvements To Your Lifestyle Can Help You Feel More Beautiful?
They say beauty is only skin deep. Well, that is true to some extent. But true beauty radiates from you when you’re feeling great about yourself. It’s about a mindset as well as a great skin care routine! And your lifestyle can have a huge part to play in this as well. So what […]
Review: Beauty UK Concealers*
You may remember that back at the end of August I mentioned I was collaborating with Beauty UK, one of the hottest new budget-friendly makeup brands. Well, since sharing my ‘First Impressions’ post with you, I’ve been trying and testing out all of the lovely products that they sent me. (I have to say […]
All You Need To Know About Making A Successful Beauty Blog That Stands Out From The Rest
Beauty blogging has risen in popularity over the past few years. Endless youtube channels, WordPress blogs, and Instagram pages see hundreds of thousands of people giving their two cents on the latest beauty products, techniques and trends. You can also make a profit from beauty blogging to help fund other ambitions. So how do […]
Dare To Bare: Ways To Get Rid Of Unwanted Hair
We’d all like thicker more glossy hair on our head and even bushier eyebrows now they’re all the trend. But we most definitely don’t want hair anywhere near our lips, chin, bikini line or lower legs. Some people only have a few unwanted fine hairs here and there. But others may experience darker, heavier […]
Can You Learn To Love Your Body Size & Shape Even If It Doesn’t Reflect What’s On The Catwalk?
Time and time again, we’re told that we’re perfect as we are and that we should learn to love ourselves, but is it really that easy? No, it’s not. Sorry to be blunt, but it’s true. When your appearance doesn’t reflect what’s on the catwalk and in the magazines, learning to love yourself isn’t an […]
The Most Common Misconception About Skincare: The Ageing Process Doesn’t Begin Until Your Thirties!
Of all the things that us girls dread, aging has to be at the very top of the list. The truth is, once you reach 21, you no longer want to get any older – you wish you could freeze time and stay exactly as you are for the rest of your life. (Well, […]
Simple Solutions To Your Biggest Beauty Problems!
We all have things about our body we hate. We worry about what we look like each day, so much so that when totalled up we spend something like two weeks a year worrying! Whether it’s your skin, nails, or hair getting you down, it can affect your confidence if it doesn’t look great. […]
What Are The Benefits Of Collagen For Women? Should You Be Having More Of It?
Today, I’m getting a little technical and focusing on the health benefits of collagen. A lot of us know that collagen is important when it comes to anti-aging, but aren’t exactly sure why. I’ve also noticed that when we talk about collagen, a lot of us focus mainly on our skin. You might have […]
My Daily Makeup Routine
I’ve seen so many vloggers doing ‘my daily makeup routine’ videos and I’ve been quietly getting jealous. I love the idea of sharing what my daily makeup routine consists of. I would have made a video for you lovely lot but I’m really not the video type. I get nervous, speak too fast, and […]
My Current Highlighter Collection
Considering that I only discovered highlighter earlier this year and now have over 10 of these beautifully pearly, sparkly bad boys in my makeup bag, I think it’s safe to say I have a problem. I love the fact that with a little bit of shimmer, you can bring extra life to your face, […]
Simple Steps To Sensational Summer Skin
Summer is almost here, which means it’s time to start planning holidays and getting in shape. If a beach trip is looming, you may already be thinking about upping your exercise regime and cutting down on sugary treats. But have you thought about taking steps to achieve brighter, healthier summer skin? If you’re after a […]
The Secrets Of Flawless Summer Makeup
I don’t know about you but come summer, I like to change how I apply my makeup. Not just how I apply it but also the products that I use – I should have two makeup bags; one for winter and one for summer. (Imagine that, two makeup bags – a girl can dream!) […]
The Summer Series: Beauty Must Haves For A Camping Trip
Like always, this summer I’m leaving the comforts of home behind and heading off to Dorset for a week of camping fun with 30 of my closest relatives. We’ve been going camping every Whitsun for the past 11 years, so it’s safe to say I am now a seasoned camper. I am a girl […]
The Best Ways You Can Slow Aging In Your 20’s
Aging isn’t something that we think affects us in our twenties, but the sad reality is that it does. I was completely oblivious to this until a few days ago. When, while I was choosing a new foundation, the lady serving me ask what anti-aging eye cream I was using. My response was a […]
The Spring Makeup Edit
I know, I know, a few months ago I was declaring that autumn was my favourite season. The berry toned lipsticks, faux fur throws, and mugs of cocoa are all very appealing, but thinking about it, I think I prefer spring. Autumn can’t beat the longer nights, pastel hues and floral prints, and, of […]
Review: Urban Tan’s Glamour Grit
Over the past few days I’ve been testing out Urban Tan’s lovely salt scrub, Glamour Grit. Because I’m someone who’s always suffered from dry skin, I am a little obsessed with exfoliating products. There’s nothing worse than dry, scaly skin, especially when summer’s on the way. It’s this time of year, when the weather’s […]
Want Beautiful Brows? Listen Up!
We all remember our teen days when we went too far with our eyebrows, either plucking them to near extinction or going a little too heavy with the pencil. Of course, today, being a mature, sophisticated, adult woman, your brows always look perfect… A girl can dream, can’t she? Okay, so maybe your brows […]
The Contouring Series: Basics Of Contouring
I’ve decided to start a mini contouring series, packed full of everything that you need to know to contour like a pro. I might be fairly new to contouring myself but after A LOT of research – YouTube tutorials are my new best friend, I now know all the best tips and tricks for […]
How Often Do Makeup Brushes Actually Need To Be Cleaned?
Brush cleansing, how often should we be doing it? Today, while applying my makeup, I noticed that my brushes had become a little gunked up with excess makeup. When it comes to my brushes, I can be a little (okay a lot) lazy. I only have a couple of sets of makeup brushes so […]