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Jul 8

Zoom ready in minutes? Find out how...

Have you ever had to apply a whole face of make-up just to take a 30 min video call? It takes up a whole load of time and make-up. Here's...

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Jun 22

When do you start your evening skin care routine?

So what is the answer? – I strongly advise my clients to start their skin care routine a few hours before bed. Why? Well unless you want ...

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May 5

How do I know what eye make-up to wear with my false lashes?

This is a very common question. Below are some loose guidelines that I personally follow and advise my clients to...remember it also come...

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Apr 12

Did you know long nails can harbour germs and bacteria beneath the nail plate?

As making up my beautiful clients has been put on hold for a while I asked what content you’d like to see instead. A lot of you wanted be...

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Apr 9

Let it grow....7 tips on growing those pesky brows back

Hello, I hope you are all keeping well. I still know my own name so that's a good sign. This blog is based on something myself and a lot ...

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Apr 4

Why should I wear a daily SPF?

As we’re all stuck at home for now and with the weather improving which means longer spells in the garden (and outdoors when we’re offici...

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Mar 9

Lip balm tube v Lip balm jar

You’re out and about, lips are dry, you reach into your bag and pull out your jar of lip balm, apply and continue your day. So what’s w...

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Feb 19

Do you need to wear liner with lashes...

There really is no right or wrong with this one. It’s all down to personal preference. There are the lash joiners and none #lash joiners....

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Feb 8

5 top tips on choosing your make-up artist...

Booking a make-up artist can be quite a daunting experience especially if you’ve never had your make-up professionally applied before. He...

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Jan 25

Three tips on how to make your eyes appear bigger using false lashes....

This all depends on your actual eye shape, the eye #makeup you use and the lash you choose. There are so many factors to it. Today we’ll ...

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Jan 25

No more cement brows, find out how...

I have been searching for a decent #brow #gel for a while now. I have tried many but there’s always something that hasn’t been quite righ...

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Jan 25

Can you wear false lashes in the day?....

Sure you can. It all depends on your #style. Some like to wear a heavy lash and some prefer a more #natural lash. Gone are the days when ...

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Jan 25

4 tips on how to avoid feeling and looking like a scouring pad this winter...

I’m not sure about you but my #skin is already beginning to suffer with this change in weather. The increase in indoor heating and the ic...

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Jan 25

Eyelash application tips to ensure a perfect fit and lasting hold

Application Tips Measuring of lash - Always remove #eyelash from tray using tweezers. Never tug or pull. - Using tweezers, lift lash from...

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Jan 25

4 tips on how to choose the perfect lash this festive season

The #festive is season is fast approaching and what does that mean?.......its #party time! There will be work nights out, family nights o...

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Jan 24

2 tips on how to ALWAYS buy the correct foundation shade...

You've finally bought yourself a new foundation. You come home excited with your new purchase and can't wait to wear it the next day. So ...

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Jan 24

Wouldn't my new lashes look amazing with mascara on? 3 reasons why they won't....

Let us set the scene...... You're going to a special event which you have been looking forward to for a very long time. You've got a new ...

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Jan 24

12 benefits of coconut oil inside and out

Well I’m a bit excited about sharing this one. I have finally found a wonder product that you can not only use for beauty but you can als...

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Jan 24

6 tips on what to do a month before your big day

As a #makeup artist I often have #brides ask me how they can prepare for their big day with regards to makeup and #skin care. The main th...

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Jan 23

Colour Correction? What On Earth Is It?

Firstly, I’d like to apologise for taking so long to post this blog. We are in the throes of wedding season so it’s been kind of crazy bu...

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Jan 23

Which concealer should I use and how?

Concealer is one of my most favourite products, along with the rest! They can be used to hide pretty much anything from angry spots or sp...

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Jan 23

Lash it or not on your big day...

As a #makeup #artist and lover of false #eyelashes I would always say 'To Lash' but that’s just me. For #bridal trials I always recommend...

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Jan 23

Do I really need to contour and highlight??

The answer is… it’s completely up to you. If you like what you see then #highlight it If you don’t like what you see then #contour it. If...

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Jan 23

If I use foot cream on my face will I turn into a foot?

The answer is...unless you already look like a foot then No. There has been many a time I have either forgotten my face cream or ran out ...

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