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A few empties you should know about
In my line of work, it’s somewhat of a miracle to actually use up every single drop of a product. There is always something else to test before I get to end of a product. So when I actually have empties, you can be assured that I absolutely loved whatever was inside.
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Exuviance Probiotic Lysate Anti-Pollution
Sometimes our gut needs the help of a probiotic to get it working at optimum efficiency, and now we can offer the same to our skin. The surface of our skin is home to million of bacteria. A healthy skin will have enough ‘good’ bacteria to keep out the ‘bad’.
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Winter hand creams
At this time of year my hands get drier than any other part of my body, and I have to apply loads of cream to keep them soft and hydrated. This can’t be achieved with just common or garden variety of hand cream; it calls for some heavy-duty formulas.
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My best red lipsticks
I’ve personally never been afraid of bright lipstick. Most of my friends are terrified of wearing anything punchier than a tea rose pink. But come on, girls, it’s just lipstick and makeup is meant to be fun and playful!
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My favourite hydrators
The skincare issue I send the most time on is most definitely trying to get moisture into my skin. These are serums, mists and primers that I love and trust.
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May favourites
I was going to say it’s a random collection of favourites this month, but it always seems to be a random collection, so rather: Here are my May favourites.
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Lamelle Correctives HA+ Serum
Those of us with dry skin all love hyaluronic acid. But with all ingredients, not all hyaluronic acid is created equal.
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A gentle, effective cleanser for dry skin
My skin doesn’t get on with foaming cleansers. It never really has, but as I get older, it becomes less and less tolerant. I’m always on the lookout for new ones to try.
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Winter lip balms
I don’t know about the rest of you, but the second the weather gets cooler, my lips get dry, flaky and sore. After many years of testing and trialing, I have a comprehensive list of lip balms and serums that will keep you lips soft and supple this winter.
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My new favourite sunscreen
Besides hydrating serums, sunscreen is the product I get most excited about when a new one lands on my desk. The latest of which is the Neostrata Targeted Sheer Physical Protection SPF50 PA++++ (R523), and my word, it’s fabulous!
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A smoothing, softening peel for your body
As we settle into cooler weather, it’s a perfect time to slough off the evidence of summer and get soft, sooth skin to see us through to the warmer months again.
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A 3-in-1 treatment for sensitive scalps
So many people struggle with sensitive scalps, and until recently the only option was either dandruff treating hair care, or hair type based products, neither of which address scalp issues.
