Let’s talk: Eczema

I’ve suffered (bit of a stretch) with hand eczema on and off since my early twenties. It seemed to develop out of nowhere; itchy hands which turned red and would weep or bleed. Sometimes, the…

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Skincare/Makeup Empties

Hello everyone, it’s been a while. Life has been busy; mainly work, which is about as boring as it gets. I’m back, and I’m making sure I devote more time to my passion, which is…

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Tips for better sleep

I write this as someone who has struggled on and off for years with getting enough rest and a good night’s sleep. So many things impact on my quality of sleep. Stress, alcohol, diet, hormones,…

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January skincare favourites

This January has felt like 10 long years (a complete exaggeration); I happened to go through a break up at the beginning of December, and by the time that January came around, I felt quite…

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Current Favourite Foundations

I am quite obsessed with foundations, I’m always on the lookout for something better, more coverage, less coverage, more glowy, you get the drift. However, as much as I love a good foundation, I rarely…

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Sunday Skincare

This year, I’m focusing on my healing. As cliché as that may sound, recent events in my life have forced me to stop and look after myself better than I was before. Of course, skincare…

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Winter Fragrance Favourites

I absolutely love fragrance; perfume, fragrance in body lotions, shampoo, conditioner, diffusers, you name it, I appreciate and love fragrance. And if you love fragrance too, or you are interested in fragrance and perfect descriptions…

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Winter evening skincare routine for glowing skin

We are now in the second month of January, and the weather, along with my bank balance, has turned cold. I am feeling optimistic, though, given that the world is literally on fire, at least…

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4.5.6 Skin: Max Glow Getter Firming Radiance Serum: Review

Maybe my favourite glow serum of all time? It’s certainly my current favourite serum, and I’ve tried a lot of serums. Suitable for: 4.5.6 Skin has been formulated specifically for darker skin tones in mind.…

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Festive eye makeup

Makeup gives me so much joy. I can happily spend hours in a beauty store looking through every piece of makeup. I love the colours, textures, tones, pay offs, finishes. I love putting on makeup,…

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Christmas Beauty Prep

I should start this by saying that, of course, you don’t need to prep for Christmas day, unless it’s your sanity, or the turkey. Christmas time seems to be a whole lot of pressure; shopping;…

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Sunday Skin Care

I should add an extra line to the title that says Sunday Skin Care for when life goes to s**t. Or skincare for when you need a gentle hug or extra TLC. As I get…

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Review: Skin Rocks The Moisturiser

Suitable for: All skin types, and tested on all skin tones. Skin concerns: This moisturiser is good for dull, dry, dehydrated, and sensitive skin. Key ingredients: Pro-vitamin D3 – helps to support the skin barrierCeramides…

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