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Beauty influencers - the best and the worst
Beauty influencers remain digital trendsetters, even though the writing is on the wall for their demise. They may have mastered the art...

Belinda Bennett
Aug 12, 2024


How to use a setting spray as a makeup primer
Brands get it - money’s tight. That’s why there is renewed emphasis on dual use products, including setting spray that doubles up as a...

Belinda Bennett
Aug 10, 2024


Indie makeup brands - the ones to watch
The beauty industry has been undergoing a seismic shift in recent years, with indie makeup brands emerging as powerful disruptors. Once...

Belinda Bennett
Aug 8, 2024


Has the makeup subscription box succumbed to cancel culture?
It seems weird to use the phrase ‘makeup subscription box’ in the same sentence as the words cancel culture, but here we are… Cancel...

Belinda Bennett
Aug 7, 2024


How to use an under-eye brightening powder to banish dark circles and wrinkles
If dark circles and fine lines are the bane of your life, it’s good to know there is something you can do to instantly turn back the...

Belinda Bennett
Aug 6, 2024


Why dewy skin isn't for everyone
The dewy skin trend has undeniably kickstarted a proliferation in glow-promoting makeup and skincare products - all promising to...

Belinda Bennett
Aug 4, 2024


PLouise TikTok Live surpasses expectations
There was a true buzz surrounding the latest PLouise TikTok Live Festival. The run-up saw invitations go out for fans of the brand to...

Belinda Bennett
Aug 1, 2024


Two-tone lips - how to be on trend with a bold makeup look
Every now and then beauty trends take an unexpected turn - and two-tone lips can be pigeonholed as one of the more off-beat. Another...

Belinda Bennett
Jul 27, 2024


When not to buy makeup products from eBay
Getting what you want for less has become a national preoccupation since the cost of living crisis hit. Shaving a few pounds off an...

Belinda Bennett
Jul 26, 2024


Studio London makeup setting spray review
Makeup setting spray is without a doubt a game-changer in any beauty routine. While foundation, blush and eyeshadow create the look,...

Belinda Bennett
Jul 21, 2024


Sustainable beauty: a quick guide to making conscious choices
In a world where beauty standards evolve and trends come and go, have you ever stopped to consider the impact of your beauty routine on...

Belinda Bennett
Jul 17, 2024


Eyeshadow has NOT gone out of fashion
If you have seen influencers bemoaning the relevance of eyeshadow in today’s makeup market, you may be asking yourself if this staple of...

Belinda Bennett
Jul 15, 2024


Beauty: How to maintain your dignity after surgery
Invasive medical treatment can be a physically and emotionally demanding experience. While recovering, it's natural to feel vulnerable or...

Belinda Bennett
Jul 12, 2024


The top 5 reasons why E45 Foaming Cleanser is a skincare essential
Is your bathroom cluttered with cleansing products that you don't rate? Used them once or twice and felt deflated? Maybe they are too...

Belinda Bennett
Jul 8, 2024


The evolution of mascara: a beauty staple
In the evolving world of cosmetics, one product stands out as an iconic symbol of beauty enhancement and femininity - mascara. The...

Belinda Bennett
Jul 7, 2024


What's the science behind top anti-ageing skincare products?
In the never-ending quest to attain ageless beauty, the realm of anti-ageing skincare products rarely ceases to beckon. Promises of...

Belinda Bennett
Jul 6, 2024


Is Conceal and Define the best budget full coverage foundation?
While the tide has turned against full coverage foundation in favour of lightweight tinted moisturisers, there is still a healthy market...

Belinda Bennett
Jul 3, 2024


Best powder bronzer for fair skin
Feel like you are on a never-ending quest to find the perfect powder bronzer? It can be a long and winding journey of epic proportions...

Belinda Bennett
Jun 30, 2024


Is the online beauty haul dead?
With the burgeoning power of buy now, pay later apps and the rise and rise of brand loyalty cards that can be used online or in-store,...

Belinda Bennett
Jun 29, 2024


Asbestos in contaminated makeup a health concern, say mesothelioma campaigners
Campaigners are urging makeup lovers to make simple checks to ensure the products they buy are not contaminated with asbestos. They are...

Belinda Bennett
Jun 27, 2024
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