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Y2K makeup Baby Flip Phone eyeshadow palette review
The 2000s, christened the ‘noughties’, were a decade of technological boom, cultural shifts and global anxieties. Flip phones morphed...

Belinda Bennett
Feb 17, 2024


Dry skin? Oily skin? No problem! Your customised makeup base routine
The secret of a flawless face doesn’t rely on fancy products. Everything hinges on a well-prepared canvas. A perfect makeup base...

Belinda Bennett
Feb 10, 2024


Declutter your life - effortless and cheap bedroom storage ideas
A haven for self-expression and artistry, your dressing table can quickly morph into a battlefield of untidy cosmetics. Lipsticks roll...

Belinda Bennett
Feb 5, 2024


Dive into dark desires with Beauty Bay's Reckless Romance palette
Beneath the veil of moonlight, where passion and mystery intertwine, blooms the alluring pigments of dark romance themed makeup. They are...

Belinda Bennett
Jan 31, 2024


Best Temu eyeshadow palette dupes
Temu makeup dupes have turned the cost of living crisis on its head for literally thousands of beauty enthusiasts. The clamour to get on...

Belinda Bennett
Jan 24, 2024


Mashed Potato Highlighter - is it blinging or minging?
You have got to hand it to Asian manufacturers, translating Chinese into English really isn’t their strong point. Sometimes, however, the...

Belinda Bennett
Jan 23, 2024


Matte lipstick: is this the beginning of the end?
Matte lipstick has been a resident feature of the makeup scene for years, its velvety finish and range of bold to neutral colours...

Belinda Bennett
Jan 21, 2024


Ditch the diet, indulge your eyes: I Heart Revolution Chocolate eyeshadow palette fest
Let's hear it for the I Heart Revolution Chocolate eyeshadow palette range – a delectable array of palettes and shades that are as...

Belinda Bennett
Jan 20, 2024


Bronzed and beautiful? Ciate London Palm Island bronzer review
Bronzer is a makeup magic wand - just ask any diva. It is a one-stop shop for warmth, dimension and a touch of all-year summer glow. It...

Belinda Bennett
Jan 17, 2024


BPerfect x Stacey Marie Carnival IV The Antidote palette review
I'm a self-proclaimed eyeshadow fiend, but even I was intimidated by the BPerfect x Stacey Marie Carnival IV The Antidote palette. The...

Belinda Bennett
Jan 15, 2024


Soft grunge makeup: be an edgy rebel with a pretty twist
Soft grunge makeup is fresh and edgy. An intriguing fusion of rebellion and ethereal charm, it's the antithesis of flawless combined with...

Belinda Bennett
Jan 14, 2024


It’s all about the intensity of colour: the difference between eyeshadow and pressed pigments
Dazzling lids, smokey blow-outs and perfect transitions – the world of eye makeup relies on colour. But within that creative, vibrant...

Belinda Bennett
Jan 13, 2024


Makeup Revolution: surprisingly good beauty haul finds
From luxurious feeling lipsticks to bang on trend cheek palettes, Makeup Revolution has been notching up dazzling product successes over...

Belinda Bennett
Jan 9, 2024


Holy grail or hideous dud? An honest review of Collection Cosmetics Lasting Perfection Matte Foundation
Nobody is perfect. That is why makeup exists - to help us conceal imperfections and enhance our best features. Flawless skin is what most...

Belinda Bennett
Jan 7, 2024


Jeffree Star Cosmetics announces price increase on some core products
The cost of operating in California and an ongoing commitment to only deliver high-quality products has forced Jeffree Star Cosmetics to...

Belinda Bennett
Jan 5, 2024


Peach fuzz makeup trend - is it for real?
In a world where a 30 second video can make or break a trend, it pays to know when to step back or rush right on in. Hot on the heels of...

Belinda Bennett
Jan 5, 2024


Profusion Cosmetics Kaleidoscope eyeshadow palette review
Consumers are currently in two minds about large eyeshadow palettes. Some are concerned that anything with more than 20 pans depicting...

Belinda Bennett
Jan 2, 2024


Lip oil benefits for the uninitiated
Lip toppers are trending, thanks to the evolution of lip oil. While the humble gloss has also undergone a bit of a renaissance, it...

Belinda Bennett
Jan 1, 2024


Top beauty trends decided by you! Take our survey
Beauty trends aren't always decided by brand creators. In fact, the biggest makeup and skincare fads are often started by individuals or...

Belinda Bennett
Dec 29, 2023


Soft glam - no thanks!
Big Ben has yet to strike midnight on December 31 but makeup trends for 2024 have already been written in stone. According to a vast...

Belinda Bennett
Dec 25, 2023
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