I am a great advocate of oil cleansers, and I rarely use anything else. However, some people prefer to use foaming cleansers because they believe that it gets their skin cleaner and clearer. Foam cleansers have their place and can really work wonders for some people, but I urge you to consider an oil cleanser [...]

Did you know that washing your face in the morning isn’t really necessary? Providing that you thoroughly cleansed before going to bed, your skin shouldn’t have become dirty overnight, unless your pillowcase isn’t clean or you didn’t remove your makeup properly. Over cleansing can lead to dry, uncomfortable, sensitive or irritated skin, so don’t over [...]

If you tend to apply your perfume to your wrists and then rub them together, you’re potentially destroying the scent. Perfume molecules are very sensitive and by doing this you are effectively crushing them. What happens then is that you get uneven wear throughout the day and a fragrance which doesn’t last very long at [...]

To make your at home manicure last longer, make sure you start with the right foundations. Before you go anywhere near nail polish, rub the nail with polish remover to make sure it’s clean and free of oils and dirt. Next, apply a base coat and make sure it’s dry before you move on to [...]

Every Winter there’s always a lot of information rolling around in magazines and on blogs about protecting your skin from the cold weather, but what about your hair? Hair has a lot to compete with at this time of year, the cold can be drying, heating causes static and wind can create knots and tangles. [...]

Getting under eye makeup right can be difficult. Fine lines and crows feet can often look worse with the application of concealor, which can fall into wrinkles and me them look more creased and pronounced. Instead of using concealoer, apply a highlighter to the inner corner of the eye and along the orbital bone. This [...]

Shelled out on a nice manicure and want to make sure it lasts? You can make it last up to two weeks by applying a clear top coat twice a week after the manicure. It prevents chipping and keeps the polish hard and chip resistant despite usual nail traumas such as tapping away on a [...]

If you love bright lipstick but worry about it wearing off and looking obvious, then try this little tip. Before applying the lipstick, apply a small amount to the lip just with the tip of your index finger. Press the small amount of lipstick in and blot it across the lips in small patting motions. [...]

This time of year can take its toll on the skin and it isn’t just the bad weather’s fault. People tend to drink more alcohol over Christmas and New Year, which dehydrates the skin and body. It’s really important to drink lots of water at this time of year, but you can also take baths [...]

Do you have your Christmas Party coming up? You probably want your skin to looks it’s best for the big night. The best way to make sure your complexion looks healthy and glowing is to cut out all caffeine, alcohol and carbonated drinks at least 24 hours before the party. In a perfect scenario cut [...]