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How to wear red lipstick like a Parisian

I have spent what seems like a lifetime studying French women. Specifically, their style quotient. Glowing skin, perfectly undone hair, a certain nonchalance... and that particular shade of red lipstick that I just can't seem to get right. The closest I have come to the perfect Parisian red is ... Read More about How to wear red lipstick like a Parisian

How to score the best beauty samples… every time!

Fragrance· Hair· Makeup· Skincare

Ever felt envious of someone who has boxes overflowing with free samples of the hottest foundations, mascaras, perfumes and moisturisers (great for trying out a product, perfect for touch-ups and unbeatable for travelling) when you can't even get a measly mini-bottle of toner with a ... Read More about How to score the best beauty samples… every time!

The 8 best beauty cures for your winter blues!

Makeup· Skincare

Feeling low? You are not alone. According to research, this is the most depressing time of the year. It's cold, it's grey and those holier-than-thou resolutions are laughing in our face. So, we could really use something to beat the blues right now. Right? So, come with me and let the smiling ... Read More about The 8 best beauty cures for your winter blues!

Beauty recipe: You can make your own lip balm (and you really should)

Makeup· Skincare

I simply cannot get through the day without a lip balm. Summer or winter, my lips need that buttery dose of nourishment to keep them soft, supple and flake-free. However, given the number of chemical additives in most store-bought balms, I am becoming increasingly wary of putting them anywhere ... Read More about Beauty recipe: You can make your own lip balm (and you really should)

The ULTIMATE gift guide to end all gift guides!

Fashion· Fragrance· Hair· Just me!· Makeup· Skincare· Sleep

I almost didn't do a gift guide on the blog this time. Have been running it on Instagram for a while (you can check out all the bits and bobs on my feed here), but then a whole lot of you wrote in and asked for more. And there is nothing I love more about this medium than listening to actual ... Read More about The ULTIMATE gift guide to end all gift guides!

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