Smear Tests: What If They Hurt" Eight Ways To Minimise
Nobody would choose to spend a morning in the doctor's surgery letting a stranger look at your nether regions, but those few minutes of embarrasme...
22-06-2018 21:46
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My Love Affair With Gingham (And Some Of The Best Dresses To
I think I must be harbouring a secret desire to be a cowgirl, because my love affair with gingham prints is just getting stronger. I adore the delicat...
21-06-2018 21:50
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Keeping It Simple: A Breakdown Of The Skincare You Should Be
When I was in my twenties my skincare regime consisted of a bottle of Simple cleanser and some eye makeup remover to help rid me of the Sunday morning...
20-06-2018 21:48
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How Jo Malone London Are Nailing Fragrance Right Now (Plus T
Some brands are just effortlessly chic; they know how to tap into our inner desires and demand a high price point simply for the privilege of having t...
19-06-2018 21:49
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Let's Chat Chaffing, Chub Rub & Those Sweaty Uncomfortable B
Sunshine may bring with it bigger smiles, boosted moods and wardrobes filled with cute summer dresses, but one of the downsides is undoubtedly the dis...
18-06-2018 21:49
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Childhood Faves Never Go Out Of Style: Open Up With Tic Tac
ADVERTORIAL FEATUREWIN 1 OF 5 PERSONALISED BOXES OF TIC TACS TO TREASURE! My childhood was a simpler time, when a packet of sweets or a ride on my bik...
15-06-2018 21:52
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A Week In The Life: The Realities Of Being Self Employed & A
Much has been written about the joys that being a full time blogger brings: flexibility, autonomy, control, diversity and generally an increased work-...
14-06-2018 21:53
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Style: A Tiered Summer Dress For Curvy Girls & My Newest Han
Every day I open my wardrobe I'm overwhelmed with choice; not only do I have so many amazing summery dresses to choose from, but the appropriate w...
13-06-2018 21:50
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Nine NEW Beauty Products You'll Want To Include In Your Rout
I adore the new textures, colours and scents that come with the onset of the summer season; the beauty industry certainly doesn't disappoint at th...
12-06-2018 21:48
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Three Fabulous New Summer Scents For All Budgets (And How To
What sums up the scent of summer for you" Maybe it's the fragrance of sun tan lotion and pina coladas, or freshly cut grass and the heat of sun on...
11-06-2018 21:55
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Why Everyone Needs A Simple White Summer Dress In Their Ward
For the first time in as many years as I can remember, I'm actually grateful for the sunshine and warmth that's greeting me every single morni...
07-06-2018 21:48
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Falling Back In Love With Instagram
Without a doubt, we all have a bit of a love-hate relationship with the photography app that's changed a generation. Instagram may have launched a...
06-06-2018 21:47
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How To Effortlessly Make Your Eyes Sparkle & Shine Bright
ADVERTORIAL FEATURE Our eyes are the first thing people see; they have the ability to capture attention in an instant and are even known as the window...
06-06-2018 21:47
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A Whole New World: Spectrum Brushes Launch 'The Little Merma
When I was six years old I walked the short trip to our local cinema, accompanied by my mum, and plopped myself down on a red velvet booster seat to e...
04-06-2018 21:51
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Style: How To Wear Floral In A Fun, Bold & Edgy Way
For the best part of a decade I was dressed in all manner of floral, frilly and poofy outfits by my mum; admittedly I loved it at the time, but as I h...
01-06-2018 21:48
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Three Simple Self-Care Routines, No Matter How Busy You Are
ADVERTORIAL FEATURE Life has a habit of running away with us; it?s easy to get so wrapped up in our daily commitments that we forget to spend those li...
31-05-2018 21:50
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The Makeup Mistakes You Didn't Even Know You Were Making
It's easy to fall into a set beauty regime, applying your products without a second thought. Like driving a car, you know you can get from A to B ...
28-05-2018 21:53
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10 Things That Make Me Happy (And Why I'm Spending More Time
We spend so much of our lives rushing from place to place, filling our diaries with unnecessary appointments and juggling commitments with loved ones ...
24-05-2018 21:47
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Style: My Love For Maxi Dresses
When maxi dresses first came into style, I remember almost sobbing over the fact that I couldn't find a single one that didn't drown my 5ft 3-...
23-05-2018 21:46
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Makeup Revolution Launches A 'Pro' Range You'll Want To Get
When a brand says they're about to start 'a revolution' it's easy to take it with a huge pinch of salt; pretty much every name out the...
22-05-2018 21:47
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Why I Changed My Name When I Got Married
From the moment we leave the womb and a little plastic tag is placed around our tiny wrists, our names signify to the world who we are. Those few lett...
21-05-2018 21:50
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Evoke The Beauty & Power Of Gemstones With Yardley's NEW Fra
WIN THE COMPLETE COLLECTION OF SCENTSSponsored Feature In Partnership With Yardley London Gemstones have been thought to have the power to positively ...
18-05-2018 21:54
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Everything You Need To Know About SPF, Sunscreen & Sun Prote
There's something quite comforting about the warmth of the sun touching our skin; a hint of a sunkissed glow can help to boost confidence and radi...
17-05-2018 21:50
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Style: Yes You Can Wear Crop Tops & Leopard Print!
You could be forgiven for thinking the words 'leopard print' and 'crop top' should never be placed in the same sentence, but if there&...
16-05-2018 21:46
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I Broke Up With My Phone: Here's What Happened
Would you believe me if I told you that young people are now estimated to spend up to five hours a day on their smartphones" Well, my friends it's...
15-05-2018 21:48
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My Favourite Beauty Product Of 2018 So Far: It Cosmetics 'Yo
I often feel like there are more hyped-up beauty products than there are non-hyped ones. Clever marketing tactics, tonnes of influencer reviews and a ...
14-05-2018 21:49
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The GDPR / Data Privacy Changes & What You Need To Do As A B
You've probably heard about the GDPR (General Data Protection Regulations) that come into effect on May 25th, but most of us have been left a litt...
13-05-2018 21:47
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Understanding What 'Organic Beauty' Really Means & How You C
It's no surprise that we're all becoming increasingly concerned with the ingredients in our beauty products and what they mean for our overall...
11-05-2018 21:49
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A Reminder Not To Judge People's Fashion Choices This Summer
We've been having the most glorious sunshine in the UK these past few days, and the impact it seems to have on everyone's mood is incredible. ...
10-05-2018 21:48
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Quick & Easy Ways To Tan (Without The Faff Or Fuss)
Whether you love to look golden brown or simply sunkissed, a tan can add a beautiful glow to otherwise pasty skin. Although it's more acceptable t...
08-05-2018 21:50
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A One Pot Wonder That's Stood The Test of Time: Astral Is Th
SHARE YOUR BEAUTY TIP WITH ME & RECEIVE A FREE TUB OF ASTRALSponsored Feature In Partnership With Astral Without a doubt our beauty regimes have becom...
07-05-2018 21:49
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Amazing Creative & Organisation Tools To Help Your Blog Or B
There's little truth in the fact that blogging costs a small fortune; in reality all you need is a computer, an internet connection and the abilit...
04-05-2018 21:45
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Bride-To-Be" Here's What To Expect On Your Wedding Day
Time has flown over the last seven months; looking at the photos hung up around our home I know I couldn't have hoped for a better day shared with...
02-05-2018 21:47
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How To Be More Productive In 7 Easy Steps
Sitting with my laptop open and a steaming coffee at my side, gazing into the distance pondering over how many episodes of my latest Netflix binge I&#...
01-05-2018 21:52
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Are We Becoming Beauty Snobs" (Plus GlamGlow's NEW 'My
Recent conversations (both that I've observed and have been part of) have left a very nasty taste in my mouth. With so much advice online and so m...
29-04-2018 21:47
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Style: Effortless Boho Chic Is Back For Summer In Big Way
If you're old enough to remember the classic fashion of Sienna Miller and Kate Moss living it up at Glastonbury circa 2004 then the word 'boho...
27-04-2018 21:47
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Here To Stay: Skincare Level Technology For Your Body
Over the last decade we've been increasingly obsessed with the skin on our faces; all manner of expensive, well-researched and super effective pro...
26-04-2018 21:46
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Aspirational Vs Relatable (And Somewhere In The Middle)
#Relatable - possibly the most overused word within the blogosphere. During the rise of blogs and vlogs these 'real' men and women provided a ...
25-04-2018 21:50
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Nine Innovative Makeup Gems That Effortlessly Add Something
I'm always super excited to see the new textures, colours and innovations coming out of the beauty industry at this time of year; it becomes super...
24-04-2018 21:49
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Making Time For You: Why The Self-Care Movement Is More Than
Life can be so fast paced. Before you know it, it's half way through the year and none of your objectives have been ticked off your metaphorical &...
23-04-2018 21:51
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How To Save Money As A Wedding Guest & Stop Yourself Spendin
With wedding season well and truly upon us, it's not surprising that most of our social media feeds are awash with pictures of romantic nuptials a...
19-04-2018 21:49
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The Skincare Product That's Actually Stopped Me Getting Boto
Over the last couple of years the signs of ageing have really started to bother me. On the whole my skin is in pretty good nick and I take care of it ...
18-04-2018 21:55
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Aldi Is The Secret Beauty Pitstop You Never Knew You Needed
You know what I love the most about beauty" The element of discovery; the rush when you find something blooming fabulous that nobody has ever heard of...
17-04-2018 21:46
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Look After Your Nether Regions: I'm Now An Ambassador For Jo
Smear test; two words that are likely to either scare the bejeezus out of us or fill our minds with anxieties. This short procedure may not be the be...
16-04-2018 21:46
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We Need To Chat About Knowing Your Worth
As I sit here at my desk, exhausted and fed up after another long and pretty pointless day spent in the grimy streets of London Town, I wonder why I b...
13-04-2018 21:48
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15 Feminist Life Lessons Friends Taught Us
I remember tuning in to the last ever episode of Friends; I watched it on a small television set in my sister's bedroom, snuggled up with a pillow...
12-04-2018 21:51
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Everyone Needs A Dressy 'Goes With Jeans' Blouse (Plus The B
You know those occasions when you feel like you should dress up a little, but going full steam ahead with a new dress you picked up from ASOS is a bit...
11-04-2018 21:51
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Fab Makeup & Highlighters To Achieve An Instagrammable Glow
You can?t flick through the ?gram without spotting some killer cheekbones or glowing skin that?s reflecting more light than a solar panel; highlighter...
10-04-2018 21:47
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Let's Talk About How Often You REALLY Should Be Washing Your
I remember my first bra vividly. It was a white cotton number that didn't actually have a proper clasp, retrospectively more of a strappy crop top...
09-04-2018 21:49
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Don't Let The Fear Hold You Back: Five Ways To Be Fearless &
SPONSORED FEATURE IN PARTNERSHIP WITH VAGISIL"The only difference between people who achieve greatness and those who do not, is that the former ditche...
06-04-2018 21:50
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Styling Up (Super Affordable Primark) Summer Dresses When Th
When it finally seems like summer may be on its way, Mother Nature plays a cruel game with us and sends a flurry of snow or rain to dampen our spirits...
05-04-2018 21:52
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I've Rediscovered Hair Mousse (And My 'Do Has Never Looked M
It's easy to get into a bit of a hair rut. Use the same products, style the same way, tackle the same issues and moan about the same bad hair days...
04-04-2018 21:51
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I Turned To Alternative Therapies To Help My Body & Mind (Ac
I'm a logical person; my opinions are firmly based in science and fact. I do my research, I weigh up arguments and I look for ingredients that are...
03-04-2018 21:50
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Here's Why Water Moisturisers Are The Hottest Skin Trend For
It still amazes me how many people admit to not using a daily moisturiser. Normally it's not because they've nailed a skincare routine and don...
28-03-2018 21:51
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On-Trend Looks At Budget Price Points: Supermarket Fashion H
SPONSORED FEATURE IN PARTNERSHIP WITH GEORGE AT ASDAWay before the high street was awash with budget retailers and the internet exploded with the shee...
27-03-2018 21:50
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On The 'Death Of Blogging' (And Why I'm Not Giving Up Just Y
In the space of a few months we've gone from hailing blogs as the biggest and most important thing to happen to the media landscape in a generatio...
25-03-2018 21:51
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What To Look For When Booking A Wedding Photographer
One of the most important elements of any wedding day is having the memories to cherish forever. From the very first day of planning, an amazing photo...
22-03-2018 21:50
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Amazing Beauty Stuff That's Making My Morning Showers All Th
Although I do love a great soak in a steaming hot bath, a lot of the time I just don't have those key minutes in my week to relax. The thought of ...
21-03-2018 21:51
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The Importance Of Heat-On-Hair Protection (And A New Damage
Get your minds out of the gutter you filthy lot, because today I'm talking about the type of protection that should be happening during your morni...
20-03-2018 21:53
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Why Everyone Needs A Straw Basket Bag This Spring
Straw bags used to be reserved purely for day trips to the beach, but over the last few years they've become somewhat of a fashion icon and must-h...
19-03-2018 21:54
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My Office Makeover: How Creating A Great Working Environment
I spend a hellova lot of time working from home. When I worked in an office the only thing I had to be concerned about was how many colourful pens wer...
16-03-2018 21:50
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Confused About Skincare" Simple & Affordable Staples Th
Skincare can be a complicated business. It's all AHAs, retinol, glycolic, collagen, soy peptides and any number of confusing terminologies, wherea...
15-03-2018 21:53
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How I Finally Found My Work-Life Balance
Balance. A concept that's often illusive for the majority of people. It's not out of the ordinary for me to admit that I feel the pressure to ...
14-03-2018 21:52
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Gotta Hand It To You: Some Of My Fave Pampering (& Amazingly
Three things that are always in my handbag: lip balm, plasters and (the all important) hand cream. I can't bear the feeling of dry digits or wishi...
13-03-2018 21:51
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Elizabeth Arden #MarchOn: How One Lipstick Is Helping To Cha
Red lips have long been a universal symbol of power, confidence and femininity; throughout the last 100 years they've symbolised the progression o...
12-03-2018 21:51
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How To Wake Up With Silky Soft Hair (Not Look Like You've Be
In movies they all seem to wake from a slumber with perfectly applied makeup and super glossy hair tumbling from their shoulders - but we all know tha...
09-03-2018 21:57
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The Shocking Stuff They Don't Tell You About Face Wipes (And
Marketed as a convenient and easy way to remove your makeup, face wipes have to be one of my most hated innovations ever - alongside Microchips (not t...
05-03-2018 21:49
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Giving Thanks To My Mum This Mother's Day (Plus The 'Mum-Mus
Advertorial Feature WIN A SIGNED BOTTLE OF BRAND NEW FRAGRANCE, MICHAEL BUBLE 'BY INVITATION ROSE GOLD' "All that I am, or I ever hope to be...
03-03-2018 21:47
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How To Take A Great Flatlay
Undoubtedly the internet's chicest way to take a photo, the humble flatlay has become incredibly popular thanks to the growth of blogs and insta-l...
02-03-2018 21:47
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Like All Other 90's Trends, Lip Liners Are Making A Comeback
You may have dusted off your crop-tops, hunted out those long-lost scrunchies and wondered whether Heather Shimmer was ever going to be re-released in...
01-03-2018 21:51
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Learning To Dress For Me, Nobody Else
Don't we have such a funny relationship with clothes" Garments we choose to fundamentally keep us warm say so much about us and take over so much ...
28-02-2018 21:48
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Simple Ways To Stay Healthy & Always Feel Your Best
The first few weeks of the year are always the hardest. Long nights, cold days, empty bank accounts, festivities and endless prosecco a distant dream,...
27-02-2018 21:47
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Ten Of The Best Mother's Day Treats To Show Her How Much You
It's that time of year again, when you take the time out of your busy existence to tell your mum how much she means to you. It can be easy to over...
26-02-2018 21:49
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The Problem With Being A Perfectionist
"Refusing to accept any standard short of perfection." Those words have weighed over me my whole life, casting a heavy shadow as much as they've d...
23-02-2018 21:47
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The Fragrances Of The Season: Jo Malone 'English Fields' Col
Your fragrance says a lot about you. Whether you want to be perceived as youthful fun and flirty, ooze elegance and sophistication, let those around y...
22-02-2018 21:46
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Style: Black On Black With Tonnes Of Texture
Someone once told me that black was slimming. I spent many years believing that filling my wardrobe with black pieces would elongate my body and slim ...
21-02-2018 21:47
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The Logistics Of A Blog Re-Brand
Making the decision to step away from the brand name I'd developed over eight long years was not an easy one. It'd been on my mind for many mo...
21-02-2018 21:47
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Hyped Up Beauty: Are These 'Must Haves' Really Worth Splurgi
If there's one thing the internet is great for, it's hyping up beauty products as the 'ultimate must have' or 'holy grail' you...
19-02-2018 21:46
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How I Planned A Wedding In Three Months
This time last year I was freshly engaged, with my dream sparkly diamond ring on my finger and a stack of bridal magazines on my coffee table, and rea...
16-02-2018 21:48
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Putting You Back In Control Of Your Skin: Understanding Your
No7's NEW FREE ONLINE TOOL THAT'S LIKE A SKINCARE EXPERT IN YOUR POCKETOur faces reflect the lives that we lead, the experiences that we have ...
15-02-2018 21:45
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Style: Florals For Spring" Groundbreaking.
Can we say it's spring yet" Can we, can we" I'm pretty fed up of wearing nothing but jeans and jumpers, so any excuse to get out my pasty pale...
14-02-2018 21:46
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Why Are We Obsessed With Unicorn & Mermaid Makeup"
Unicorns used be a thing resigned to the bedrooms of young girls; they were the topic of fantasy films and fairy tales. A decade ago if you'd have...
13-02-2018 21:48
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Overnight Beauty Treats I've Been Loving At Bedtime
Ahhhh sleep. Isn't it just the best" There's nothing quite like slipping between the sheets after a long day, feeling the warmth of your snugg...
12-02-2018 21:50
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Should Big Budget Beauty Launches (And Press Trips) Be A Thi
A decade ago, when I was working in the heart of the beauty industry at one of the high street's most well known names, 'big beauty launches&#...
08-02-2018 21:49
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Style: The Morning After The Night Before
I don't really function without coffee. Whether it's psychological or not it doesn't really matter, but until I've had that first glor...
07-02-2018 21:49
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The End Of An Era, The Beginning Of A New Chapter
Can you believe it's been almost eight whole years since I sat down and pressed publish on my very first blog post" Back in 2010 blogging was only...
06-02-2018 21:49
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A Sephora Own-Brand Beauty Haul Straight From Paris (Afforda
Nothing makes a woman?s heart flutter more than those black and white stripes that greet us in Sephora. There?s something really quite majestic about ...
06-02-2018 21:49
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Look After Your Gut & It'll Look After You: Probiotics Can H
It\'s common to talk about a \'gut feeling\' or \'following our gut instinct\', but the link between this area of the body and the brain is more than ...
31-01-2018 21:50
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Five New Face Masks You Need To Know About (For All Budgets)
When I was a teenager, applying a face mask felt like the epitome of elegance; it\'s what real beauty enthusiasts and proper grown ups did, although I...
30-01-2018 21:48
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Do You Need To Spend A Fortune On Your Hair Styling Tools&qu
For as long as I can remember, I?ve had oodles of hair styling tools littered around my bedroom. Back when curly hair was all the rage, I embraced the...
29-01-2018 21:48
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A 70's Inspired Maxi That You Can Wear All The Way Til Summe
A maxi dress not only covers a multitude of sins (namely the fact I\'ve been really slacking with the gym this January, instead choosing to stay home ...
26-01-2018 21:51
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Four Fab Affordable Skincare Gems To Check Out From The Body
Whether you choose to or not, you really don\'t need to spend a fortune to get a great skincare regime. Unless you have specific concerns, love to pam...
25-01-2018 21:51
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Sixty Seconds That Could Save Your Life: Settle Your Anxieti
THEY AREN\'T SCARY, BUT THEY ARE ESSENTIALSmear test. Two words that can scare the bejeezus out of you and fill your mind with anxieties. This short a...
23-01-2018 21:48
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How To Pitch To Brands & Nail It Every Time
Let\'s make one thing clear: pitching to brands is nothing to be ashamed, scared of or avoided. It can mean the difference between sitting with your l...
22-01-2018 21:52
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A Year Of Fashion Blogging: What It's Taught Me
This week marks a whole year of me posing, pouting and documenting my favourite outfits on the internet. To say I was hesitant to start this journey w...
18-01-2018 21:49
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Buy It & Buy It Again! Seven Budget Makeup Buys I'm Still Lo
We\'ve never been luckier when it comes to budget beauty; there\'s such a huge variety at such a affordable prices, with quality that far exceeds expe...
17-01-2018 21:50
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What Does The Cosmetics Microbead Ban Mean & Why Is It Such
Over the last decade we?ve become increasingly interested and savvy about everything from cruelty free makeup, to organic skincare and adopting a vega...
16-01-2018 21:52
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How I Keep My Hands Looking & Feeling Top Notch During The W
When I returned from Bali and a few weeks in the sun, my hands were in awesome shape. Despite the fact I was still sporting a three week old mani and ...
15-01-2018 21:52
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OOTD: A Musical Note Midi Dress (And Why Are We So Obsessed
Do excuse the pained expression in many of these photos; it had been an intense shoot, squeezing in six different looks to the space of a few hours an...
11-01-2018 21:50
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Six Inspiring & Motivational Books To Help Kick-Start Your C
You just can\'t beat curling up with a cup of tea and a great book. There\'s something about those moments of calm, disconnected from the digital worl...
10-01-2018 21:52
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