5-minute DIY face masks to soothe Winter skin

What with Winter winds, central heating and seasonal stress, your skin can take a real hit during the Winter months. If you don’t want to splash out on pricey skincare and you haven’t got enough time to get down to the spa, we’ve got just the solution! Here are three DIY face masks that youRead more "5-minute DIY face masks to soothe Winter skin"

Beauty resolution: I will detox my makeup bag

In January, the word ‘detox’ gets thrown around a lot, but this is a beauty resolution that we promise will have very satisfying results. Cleaning out your makeup bag is far easier than starting a new diet, less painful than cardio, and your skin will definitely thank you for it! Here’s how to do it in aRead more "Beauty resolution: I will detox my makeup bag"

Beauty resolution: I will cleanse properly

It’s the most basic part of your skincare routine, but cleansing’s come a long way in the last five years or so! If your beauty resolution this year is to up your skincare game, finally conquer those breakouts or to generally get your skin looking gorgeously glowing, then cleansing is an important place to start.Read more "Beauty resolution: I will cleanse properly"

Beauty resolution: I will take care of my hair

Winter is a rough time for hair, so January is a great time of year to start giving your locks some much-needed TLC. If you’re always frying your hair with heated styling tools, or you just put it up in a rough elastic everyday, then why not make it your beauty resolution to show yourRead more "Beauty resolution: I will take care of my hair"

Beauty resolution: I will nourish my body

January can be a dangerous month for health: fad diets, extreme cleanses and the word ‘detox’ are everywhere. This year, we say stop the madness: instead of dropping the pounds or cleansing your system, make your beauty resolution about well-being. Focus on giving your body the nourishment it needs, and we guarantee you’ll finish January feelingRead more "Beauty resolution: I will nourish my body"

Beauty resolution: I will get a good night’s sleep

Getting a solid, restful sleep can sometimes be easier said than done. What with all the stresses of modern life, more and more people are finding it harder to drop off to sleep at night – or stay asleep until morning. However, there are some easy tricks you can try to help yourself get aRead more "Beauty resolution: I will get a good night’s sleep"

Beauty resolution: I will wear SPF

It may seem ridiculous to be talking about sun protection in cold, dark January, but getting your SPF routine sorted now is one beauty resolution that will genuinely have the best long term effect on your skin. We all know that we should be wearing SPF, but integrating it into your beauty regime seamlessly canRead more "Beauty resolution: I will wear SPF"

How to pick the perfect red lipstick for your skintone

Red lipstick is to makeup what the little black dress is to fashion – find the perfect one for you and you can wear it for years.  However, sometimes it can be tricky to find the perfect lipstick for you. If you’re struggling to find The One, it may be because the lipsticks you’ve tried don’t flatterRead more "How to pick the perfect red lipstick for your skintone"

How to achieve the perfect winged eyeliner

This timeless beauty look has graced the lids of style icons from Cleopatra to Adele, but recreating the perfect feline flick can be notoriously tricky to master. If your latest attempts are looking a little more wonky than winged, read on for our step-by-step guide to achieving winged eyeliner excellence… Step 1 There are differing opinions on whereRead more "How to achieve the perfect winged eyeliner"

6 of the best cruelty-free makeup brands

Shopping cruelty-free can be an ethical minefield, especially when it comes to our beloved beauty products. Although all brands sold in the EU abide by strict animal testing laws, the same can’t be said in China, where any cosmetics sold must by Chinese law be tested in their labs. Unfortunately, that means that some ofRead more "6 of the best cruelty-free makeup brands"