Do you have thin or uneven lips? Well, there is a way to make them appear fuller or more even without having to resort to surgery or dermal fillers! Begin by gently exfoliating your lips with a warm, damp wash cloth or use a soft toothbrush to remove any flaky, dry skin and moisturise lightly…
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Make-up Shopping: How to shop smart
Do you shop smart when you’re make-up shopping? How many times have you purchased a cosmetic or make-up product, only to find that it hasn’t lived up to your expectations or you got home only to discover that you ended up paying too much for it and that there’s a more affordable, similar or better…
Skincare for Men
How many men out there actually take care of their skin and follow a good daily skincare routine? These days, there are many great skincare ranges on the market designed specifically for men. To keep your skin looking its best, you should be cleansing your skin twice daily (morning and evening), applying moisturiser, preferably one…
6 Make-up mistakes that age you
We all want to look youthful for as long as possible, but did you know that a few simple make-up mistakes can age you and add unwanted years to your face? Here are a few of the most common make-up ageing culprits: Foundation: The biggest mistake when it comes to foundation is applying to much or…
8 Anti-ageing Skincare Tips
Ageing. Wrinkles. Growing old. These are all words that many women dread to hear. While growing older is inevitable, and there is no way to stop it from happening, we can all aim to age gracefully while taking a few steps to help slow down the process. But how do we keep our skins looking…
Which lipstick suits my skin tone?
Using the correct colour lipstick for your skin tone can change the overall appearance of your completed make-up look. A lipstick that suits your skin tone can make you appear more attractive and make your teeth look much whiter. Your natural lip colour is always a good indication of what colour lipstick would suit you…
List of Lipstick Dupes
What is a lipstick dupe? Lipstick dupes are duplicates; exact colour matches for high-end lipstick brands like MAC, Bobbi Brown, NARS, Estée Lauder, Lancôme, Chanel and Yves Saint-Laurent. With so many lipstick brands (high-end and drugstore), colours and gorgeous formulas on the market, it’s easy to think that the higher priced “luxury brands” would be…
Tips for Job Interview Make-up
If you’re going for a job interview and want to make sure that your first impression is a positive one. The best advice for this is to try sticking to neutral shades of eyeshadow like tans, browns and creams, and avoid shimmery, glittery eyeshadows. You don’t want to look too over-the-top, or even worse, appear…
How to wear red lipstick
Do you dare to wear red lipstick? The timeless, classic look of red lips and nude eyes never seems to go out of style, yet there are many women out there who have never experienced the confidence boost that comes from wearing red lipstick. Yes, everyone can wear red lipstick and there is a red…
Self-Tanning Mousse
These may not be “make-up” products, but using self-tan can boost your confidence levels in the same way that wearing make-up does! Self-tanning products are a safe and effective way of getting a lovely, golden tan all year round, without the harmful and skin damaging effects of lying in the sun. Over the years, I…
3 Easy ways to apply eyeliner
Applying eyeliner can be tricky, especially if it’s something you’ve never done before. If you’re just starting out and have never used an eyeliner before, I would recommend starting with a pencil. These are easier to apply and will allow you to master the art of drawing the line as close to your lashes as…
A-Z of Skincare Ingredients
Have you ever looked at the ingredients listed on a make-up or cosmetic item that you’ve purchased, and wondered what half the ingredients do, or why they’ve been added? This list of ingredients, with a description of what they do, may help you understand what is in your skincare, what you’re putting onto your skin,…
