Skincare Reviews

[unpaid/sample] Yes, of course it’s lovely! The cleanser is lovely, the mist is lovely – it’s exactly what we could have hoped for from Lisa who is definitely ramping up…

[unpaid/sample/affiliate/ad] One of the biggest pleasures of this strange job is opening a new cleansing balm. The moment where you sweep the spatula across the perfect surface – never not…

[unpaid/sample/affiliate/ad] If you’re in the mood for some very fancy cleanser, you’d do well to look at the Sensai Absolute Silk Micro Mousse Wash because it is beautiful. One of…

[unpaid/sample/affiliate/ad] The Paula’s Choice 25% AHA + 2% BHA Exfoliant Peel is something I picked up at CEW and now I am asking myself why did it take so long…

[unpaid/sample/affiliate/ad] This SPF from the Inkey List is doing the rounds on social media in a very positive light. I can see why. I think the word ‘dewy’ is key…

[unpaid/sample] I think the last time I mentioned adaptogens was in connection with Tea & Tonic (beautiful teas and face oil which I still use). Adaptogens are safe plant compounds…

[unpaid/sample/affiliate/ad] I’m already a REN fan – I recommend Evercalm to just about anyone who ever asks what they should be using for skin that’s acting up – and now…

[unpaid/sample/affiliate/ad] I’ve been waiting for ages for Trish McEvoy Soothe & Illuminate Cream to come back into stock, so if you decide you like the sound of it, shop sooner…

[unpaid/sample/affiliate/ad] It’s ages since I’ve seen anything from Elizabeth Arden so these new Advanced Light Ceramide Capsules are very welcome. All Elizabeth Ceramide capsule contents feel amazing on the skin…

[unpaid/sample/affiliate/ad] Hello again, Sea Fennel! I don’t really use eye-creams but that doesn’t stop me being able to tell you all about the new launch from Ilia. Actually, I went…

[unpaid/sample/affiliate/ad] Ever heard of sea fennel? Official name is perennial halophyte – halophyte being a plant that is well adapted to growing in saline conditions which makes it one tough…

[unpaid/sample/prioradrelationship] I can’t help myself with supplements – every single supplement sounds good to me – a bit more energy, better sleep, more immunity, nicer nails – so I have…

[unpaid/purchase/affiliate/ad] I wish I had not discovered the Sephora Korean Beauty page – these lightweight SPFs are like cat-nip to me. I actually didn’t buy the Beauty of Joseon Relief…

[purchase/affiliate] Canmake Mermaid Skin Gel UV SPF50 has appeared here before but I’ve just repurchased it because I like it so much. I’m not always good at daily SPF application…

[unpaid/sample/affiliate/ad] It is so nippy out. I’m in double jumpers today watching the watery sun do nothing to melt the frosty white-out. The one thing about winter sun is that it makes…