I’m going to call it and say I’ve tried pretty much every facial treatment going. Largely because I’m curious, but also, it’s good to be able to offer advice to friends on what to try based on their skin concerns (once ‘less rosé’ has been ruled out). This time, we’re talking CACI facials – the treatment that uses microcurrents to stimulate facial muscles. The goal? Lift and … [Read more...] about I tried a CACI facial and it was not at all what I expected
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Everything your beauty-obsessed best mate wants to get for Christmas
We all have that one friend (it’s me), who loves the beauty stuff. Expensive hairspray (it holds), plush-looking skincare (the gram needs it), regular massages (but my shoulders?), and a hoarder of products (can’t justify – just greedy). Here’s everything your beauty-loving friend would like to open on Christmas Day. Read: here’s all the stuff you’re going to want – … [Read more...] about Everything your beauty-obsessed best mate wants to get for Christmas
The four (unexpected) beauty benefits of mistletoe
Mistletoe (not holly, the other one), serves more purpose than an awkward kissing encounter in your living room. It adds benefits to your beauty routine too. In fact, the liquid extract – taken from the leaves and stems – has been used in European health practices for a long while. From supple skin, to stronger hair, here are the (unexpected) ways mistletoe can keep you feeling … [Read more...] about The four (unexpected) beauty benefits of mistletoe
This 30 minute facial is the ultimate cure for dry ‘winter skin’
There’s only so much an at-home exfoliator or bottle of fancy-looking hyaluronic acid can do when dealing with skin woes – if you’re on a mission for clear, radiant, fresh-looking skin, you might rather crack out the big guns. Microdermabrasion. In 30 minutes (or less), you’ll look (and feel) reborn. Here’s everything you need to know about the … [Read more...] about This 30 minute facial is the ultimate cure for dry ‘winter skin’
I tried a £140 facial and this is what I thought
My skin type is pretty standard ‘combination’ – blotchy on a Monday, smooth by the Tuesday, sensitive in parts, oily in others. Though my bathroom shelf is desperate to showcase the trendy products filling up my Instagram feed, my skin is most comfortable slathered in good old Aveeno and nightly dabs of Sudocrem. Eilidh Smith’s SkinWork is a notoriously plush spot … [Read more...] about I tried a £140 facial and this is what I thought