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October 2008
Bakel: Brand New Skincare Range
Finally, there’s something to be really excited about in the beauty world – new Italian range Bakel. I’ve just tried out some samples and am immediately smitten in a way…
Oh Miss Jones!
Liz Jones’ feature on fashionistas and beauty editors is a cracking read: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-1081670/Losing-Fashion-magazine-staff-obsessed-diets-looks-I-lost-plot-says-editor-Liz-Jones.html Don’t miss it.
Rigaud: Burning Ambition
Barack Obama has been accused by Senator John McCain of being so sure of his victory in the US elections that he has already measured the curtains of The White…
Burn Cream MD: Wince Pies…
Just in case you’re anything like me and really rather useless with kitchen equipment, I’ve discovered this brilliant first aid essential that contains natural healing ingredients and a hefty dose…
Botox Watch
Okay, the frozen mouth effect has completely worn off – sip action back, can do ‘mwahh’s’ again, probably could whistle for a cab and best of all someone I hadn’t…
Trish McEvoy
A few weeks ago, I had a sneaky squirt of Trish McEvoy’s fragrance, Snowdrops and Crystal Flowers while passing the counter in store. The friends I was meeting all said…
Bourjois: Oh So Pretty
Bourjois new limited edition vintage style pots are gorgeous – using label designs that originally adorned Bourjois perfumes (remember this brand has been on the go since 1863!) – they’ve…
Halloween Beauty
I’ve been getting a few ‘Halloween Beauty’ press releases lately. Doesn’t there come a point in a girl’s life – when she’s about 12 usually – when doing ‘scary’ make…
Dylan’s Candy Store
Anyone who’s visited Dylan’s Candy Store in New York will love to see the bath and body range sold at Sephora stores. Dylan is Dylan Lauren (daughter of Ralph), and…
Botox: Still That Stiff Upper Lip
I reported back to Mr Botox that my whistling days are over – he’s horrified! I’ve told him that I’m not at all fazed by it; it’s just one of…
Becca Cosmetics: New Addition
I’m so out of the loop on Becca Cosmetics although I still hang on to a creme blush circa 2001 that is as perfect as cheek colour can get. The…
Ruby Red Organics
I love the look of these organic body treats – it just proves how much a part packaging has to play in why we like the things we do. The…
Diamond Dior
A sneaky preview of the must-have beauty buy this Christmas. The Dior Night Diamond Allover Diamond Powder is just delicious – reassuringly heavy in the hand and studded with 30…
Botox: A Very Stiff Upper Lip
Since I had Botox in my upper lip last week to smoothe out fine lines around the mouth, I’ve had a few surprises! Firstly, the result is fabulous – the…
Clang – That Gong Again!
Was delighted to see that Maria Hatzistefanis, founder of Rodial, picked up an Achiever’s award at the recent CEW do. Rodial is just a very, very cleverly formulated brand that…
