Taking the guesswork out of skincare
Summer makes everything lighter. Heavy sweaters give way to skimpy sundresses. Soups and stews are replaced by juicy salads and ice cream. Thick body butters are put away in favour of gel-like lotions. Even the makeup gets lighter. Ok, I might sport the occasional neon pink lipstick or bold green eyeshadow, but I often give […]
I don’t know what it is about my nose, but blackheads love it. It’s the only area where they show up (well, that and the skin just around it). All the time. They make my nose look like a dalmata and enlarge my pores so much, I swear you can see them from the moon. […]
What are the best face wipes for cleansing skin? The ones you don’t use. Just kidding! Sort of… I’m not a big fan of face wipes. For starters, they don’t cleanse skin as well as oil cleansers. If you’re wearing a full face of makeup, you’ll have to use 3 wipes, a lot of rubbing […]
Breaking news: CeraVe Eye Repair Cream has finally arrived in the UK. Woo hoo! I had a feeling when the cult drugstore brand launched here in the spring with only 6 products, we wouldn’t have to wait long to get the rest of the line, too. And why not? If you want to nourish your […]
What are the best Avene skincare products? Is this even a good brand? I get asked these questions a lot by readers who notice I rarely review French skincare brands like Avene. Simple: I don’t need it. Avene & co are for sensitive skin that throws a tantrum every time it meets retinol, any kind […]
“Where have you been all my life?! I SO needed you in my teens.” That’s the first thing that popped into my head when I tried Aveeno Skin Relief Moisturising Lotion. Back then, I was so obsessed with makeup and skincare (for my face), I’d totally forget I had a body to take care of, […]
