Below you'll find a list of all posts that have been categorized as “Beauty”
The menopause and hormones have a lot to answer for. They can play havoc with our sleep, our state of mind, our internal thermostat and additionally, it can do all kinds of things to our skin. Did you know that rosacea becomes a lot more prevalent after the menopause? It’s tricky to treat and can be triggered by all kinds …
How wonderful to find a skincare range that has such effective products, with cutting-edge, active ingredients, at very affordable prices. DoSe really is a gem of a range The truth is that with most expensive products, you are paying for packaging and advertising. They often use the same ingredients as good quality, low cost brands like DoSe. That’s why I …
The founder of Studio 10 makeup, Grace Fodor, has given us loads of wonderful beauty tips on Ageless. She has shared with us “what and what not to do” on a mature face, to ensure we look fresh and dewy. Makeup used incorrectly can make us look older Top of her “not to use” list was powder! And what has …
For many years, I used only pure and natural products on my skin, in keeping with my organic lifestyle. I loved the fact that I was eschewing chemicals, not only in my diet, but in my beauty routine as well. I thought that my skin was holding up rather well, but then two things happened. I turned sixty and I …
I recently wrote about the importance of eyebrow shape and how it can make a real difference to your face. It can age you up or down by 10 years and, in my view, is a quick and easy face lift. Thin tadpoles are very ageing Similarly, a huge, very dark brow can overwhelm your face. It’s all about proportion …
I remember many years ago when squalane was considered a highly desirable skincare ingredient and yet equally undesirable. The former, because of it’s supreme moisturising and softening effect and the latter because of it’s unethical source. In those days squalane was extracted from sharks livers However, that’s all changed and we can now indulge in this amazing and super-hydrating skincare …
My latest article for Hello is all about eyebrows and how important they are. I’ve posted it below and also added some extra bits that were edited out. You’ve got the full original version here. And FYI, I do not come up with the titles! I look 10 years younger thanks to this one trick Before you get started on …
I recently did an interview for Sainsbury’s magazine. I’ve reproduced it here so you can have a look. There’s an image at the bottom of the page showing exactly how it appeared in the magazine.
It’s always a special event when Marie Reynolds brings out a new product. She is the ultimate skin guru and knows everything there is to know about the skin and the body. Marie’s skin products are magical If you’ve ever used her best selling Restore, you’ll know what I mean. Restore works as a mask that feeds, heals and smooths …
As Liz Earle said in our recent interview, sleep is not a passive activity. It’s a busy time for urgent repairing and replenishing. Good quality sleep is vital for good health, good mood and a clear brain. In today’s article, Shabir Daya ( pharmacist at Victoria Health ), talks about the effect that lack of sleep has on our skin. …
I have often written about the Garden of Wisdom range from Victoria Health, formulated by pharmacist Shabir Daya. I loved the range because of it’s incredibly affordable price and it’s active and super effective ingredients. Well, it’s time to say goodbye because it’s been all but phased out. But fear not, it’s being replaced by something even better! Say hello …
Retinol is considered one of the most effective treatments to combat ageing in the skin. It does this by increasing the cell turnover rate as well as increasing collagen production and helps to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. It’s a form of Vitamin A that leaves skin looking rejuvenated, plumper and fresher. Sounds great, doesn’t it? But …
