The Definitive Summer Skincare Guide

Ever felt so completely overwhelmed with the huge amount of skincare info on the web? Sometimes looking for an answer can be more confusing than asking the question - especially when it comes to what skincare products to try. We all have different skincare concerns, different skin types and tones and it's rare to find all the relevant information you need in one place. Which is why, for so long I've wanted to create this post. The definitive summer skincare guide - that one place to find the low-down on all the products to add to your skin regime this summer - broken down by requirement. So hopefully it will keep things easy for you.

Testing & Swatching The ENTIRE YSL Volupte Liquid Colour Balm Collection!

When it comes to lip products, everyone loves the matte finishes these days don't they? The amount of brands creating lip kits and the like to satisfy the matte lip lovers is crazy. They're everywhere and there's a version for every budget. I'm okay with matte lips, okay being the operative word. I'm fussy about the formula of matte lip products, most probably because my heart belongs to more creamy or glossy finishes. Just personal preference but I will always reach for the finishes which offer dimension over a flat matte, any day. Each to their own right?

Fresh Launches At World Duty Free

A skincare brand I'd been wanting to try more from this year was Fresh. Having only tried a select few products from their vast range, it was one brand on my list to try more of. For me, the thing I love about their brand is how delicate and feminine their products look and feel. There's something elegant and timeless about the way their products look, combined with natural ingredients and well researched methods, that fill me with ease about using anything from Fresh.

What to Pick Up From Kiehl's This Christmas

It's no secret that Kiehl's are a brand I hold in high esteem. After I worked with them on their Limited Edition Ultra Facial Cream campaign which supported Autism Speaks (a cause very close to my heart) I have formed a greater bond with their products. Such a great brand anyway, their products are excellent quality and I've already purchased a gift set for my other half this Christmas! And I know he's going to love it because I hand picked what will work best for his extra sensitive skin. But if you're a little stuck with which items to pick this Christmas, I've put together some of my current favourites to help you out...

Gift Guide: The Perfect Stocking Fillers

As exciting as it is to find out what's under the tree on Christmas morning, it's also exciting to see what's hidden in your stocking. In our house, the stockings are a lead up to the 'bigger stuff' that Santa brings and puts under the tree. Stocking fillers are an essential part of gift buying, but it's also hard to pick what you get as there's just so much choice now! I've narrowed down to my favourites, which include something for everyone and meet the criteria I have for stocking fillers - fun, affordable, needed and or/novelty. So here is my Gift Guide: The Perfect Stocking Fillers edit...

Clarins Limited Edition Mother's Day Collection

If you're looking for a Mother's Day gift this year that will out-do the rest, then I highly recommend checking out the new Clarins Tender Moments Limited Edition Collection. In fact, even if you're not thinking of make-up for your Mother's Day gift, then it's worth checking out just as a treat for yourself because the range is just so lovely. And totally versatile too, so it will work for all skin types and tones.

Rodial Instaglam Powders and Glamstick Lip Butters

With names like 'Instaglam' and 'Glamstick' you know that Rodial are doing something seriously good with their current make-up ranges. Being an Instagram addict, I was really excited to try the Instaglam Contouring Powder, Bronzing Powder and Banana Powder - and the Glamstick Lip Butters have such a good reputation that I was excited to try them out too. Because when you're trying new make-up, why try just one product when you can give yourself a whole new face of make-up all at once?! (Can you see why I'm a beauty addict?!)

Skincare Sunday - Sweet Cecily's Natural Lip Balms

There are some brands who know the importance of the details. Who know that the little things count. These brands know that it's not always a numbers game but it's about quality and attention to detail. There's big and small brands alike who truly understand the difference between average - and going the extra mile. And one of my favourite brands for this is Sweet Cecily's.