Are you shaping your brows correctly? A common look in women who are over plucking their brows is the tadpole shape – where the brow starts as a thick ball then tapers off into a thin string. Instead, a graduated shape suits most people. Our tip? Step away from the tweezers and let the hair [...]

Many rich eyeshadows or those with glittery formulas end up falling out onto your under eye area when you apply them to your lid. It can be difficult to clean up without smudging. Next time it happens to you, try this tip – apply some eye cream to a cotton bud and roll it over [...]

There’s an old makeup rule that says your lipstick and blusher should be matching shades and similar tones. So if you choose a rose pink lippy then the rule dictates you should also have a rose pink flush on your cheeks. Do you stick to this rule? If so, why not break it and opt [...]

Whether you were in the Great North Run this weekend or simply squeezing your feet into heels that were too small, you may well have a blister on your feet today. It can be hard to know what to do with a blister to help it heal nicely without causing more pain or risk scarring [...]

Big sunglasses aren’t just about being trendy whilst out in the sun. Oversized sunnies which have good UV protection help to prevent fine lines and aging around the eyes, where the skin is more fragile, by acting as a shield. So now you can fight aging whilst looking great.

Torn a nail? Don’t panic, you can temporarily repair it if you don’t want to cut it down completely. Take a snip of paper from a tea bag big enough to cover the tear and apply a small bead of glue to it. Press the paper on to the tear and let it dry. Next, [...]

Did you know that the cuticle has a really important part to play in your nail health? It acts as a barrier to prevent infection and these days it’s not seen as good practice for your cuticles to be clipped during a manicure. So how do you stop them creeping up the nail bed? Simple, [...]

If you are dedicated to your moisturisers but still suffer from dry skin, it could be due to your diet. If you’re on a low fat diet then your skin could be suffering. Fatty acids are essential for supple skin, so if you’re skimping on them then it’s time to top up. Eat two servings [...]

For those unlucky people who suffer with acne, breakouts and spots it can be a nightmare. there are a number of products and even medications you can use to try and remedy the situation, but one of the best tips yet is so easy and costs nothing. Simply stop touching your face as much as [...]

Candles are always in abundance in my household at this time of year, from tiny , cheap tealights to big expensive designer pillars. No matter how much you spend on a scented candle, it’s always nice to be able to make them last a little bit longer. Here are a few tricks to try out [...]