Poundland skincare products put to the test
Remember when Poundland skincare included an entire own-brand vitamin C collection? The toner, in particular, was fantastic, but appears...
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Belinda Bennett
- Jul 17
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...
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Belinda Bennett
- Jul 8
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...
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Belinda Bennett
- Jul 6
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...
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Belinda Bennett
- Jun 29
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,...
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Belinda Bennett
- Jun 25
Best skincare routine order for people who haven’t got time for anything complicated
Beth is a svelte 20-something with big plans for the future. She’s busy negotiating the career ladder from the fourth floor of a swish...
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Belinda Bennett
- Jun 16
The affordable collagen cleansing balm that delivers more than effortless makeup removal
Regular readers will already know that I am a huge fan of cleansing balms. As well as ensuring make-up removal is effortless, a good balm...
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Belinda Bennett
- May 10
5 weird things about beauty that make me glad to be ‘old’
Perfectly toned bodies, topped up with fake tan and barely draped in more than a few inches of cloth, cut a dash on bleached sand. Just...
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Belinda Bennett
- Mar 31
Repeats in beauty boxes - what you need to know
Want to subscribe to a monthly beauty box or tempted to buy a makeup or skincare mystery bundle? Beware. You may end up with products...
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Belinda Bennett
- Mar 14
Love double cleansing? A skincare fanatic tried triple cleansing and this is what happened
If double cleansing is the gold standard for squeaky clean skin, what additional benefits can triple cleansing possibly deliver? I...
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Belinda Bennett
- Feb 24
What’s in the Beauty Bay Ultimate Mystery Box?
Beauty mystery boxes have exploded in popularity, offering a thrilling surprise element to the world of makeup and skincare. But what...
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Belinda Bennett
- Feb 20
Re-defining flawless: A look at Makeup Revolution's Skin Silk Serum Foundation
Makeup Revolution has made waves in the beauty industry with its affordable, high-quality products. One of its latest offerings, the Skin...
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Belinda Bennett
- Feb 5
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...
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Belinda Bennett
- Jan 28
Tinted moisturisers for a tanned look? Product comparisons
Tinted moisturisers, often seen as magical hybrids of skincare and makeup, have risen to superstar status. And for good reason. They...
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Belinda Bennett
- Jan 22
Beyond glass skin: the rise of ‘microbiome mindfulness’ in skincare
Forget about chasing the coveted ‘glass skin’ of K-beauty – a new wave of skincare is emerging, focused not on the superficial veneer of...
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Belinda Bennett
- Jan 13
One step to clean and refreshed: Philosophy Purity 3-in-1 Cleanser review
Cleansing is the most critical step in my skincare routine - and it should be for you too. As well as leaving the skin squeaky clean and...
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Belinda Bennett
- Jan 11
Understanding skin microbiome for optimum skincare: discover your skin's unique fingerprint
Skin microbiome is a hot topic, but it’s not for the faint-hearted! It’s scientific and it does include mention of some some creepy...
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Belinda Bennett
- Jan 5
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...
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Belinda Bennett
- Jan 1
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...
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Belinda Bennett
- Dec 29, 2023
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...
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