Don’t bother buying a separate moisturiser for winter. It’s not always necessary.

A tip for those of you who don’t want to go to the expense of buying a separate moisturiser for winter – just add a drop of oil to your moisturiser to give it that extra boost in winter. Simple.

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My beauty champions of 2014 – top 10 discoveries that have a permanent place in my home

It’s been a year of discoveries, changing perceptions, and re-evaluating expectations from beauty products and brands. I’ve sifted through the claims and reviews to come to my own conclusions, and then trialled and tested until satisfied. And along the way I’ve realised I am pretty disloyal, save for a few brands which I have used for…

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Adding to the facial oil collection

Yes, an odd thought. More oil. But who wants to look oily? No one. Who wants to look like they’re skin is supple, plump and hydrated? Everyone. The secret? Apply to damp skin to trap moisture under the oil (skin preferably damp with organic toner). Everyone knows I love facial oils. I’ve used rosehip oil for…

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Spritzing for plumper skin

I don’t see the value in buying a separate branded toner, when all it is supposed to do is add a layer of hydration after cleansing to plump up the skin, and close any pores. For years I’ve dabbed on some rosewater, and recently I’ve been spritzing a homemade blend of rosewater and lavender. Following this…

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