I was sent a tub of acne cream called EMC2 a few months back. It sat in my skincare drawer for a number of weeks. To be honest I had forgotten about it. Then the breakout from hell hit. Sore, cystic acne under my jaw (thank you hormones!) and on my chin. It was so painful. My usual approach –...

I love trying new mascaras. Even when I find a mascara that I like I tend not to repurchase, which is a little pointless. It just proves that as a make-up addict when I find a product I like, I can’t stop there. I need to try new products. God forbid I miss something. Ha! I heard through the...

You all know by now that I am a nail polish addict. I like to know the nail trends for the upcoming season although I don’t really follow them. I use them as inspiration. Here are a few trends I’m liking for Autumn nails and a bit of a show and tell of the polishes I will be using from...

Bhíos ag smaoineamh cúpla mhí ó shin faoi cainéal a thosnú as Gaeilge ar YouTube. Mar sin thosaigh mé ‘Dazzledust as Gaeilge‘ (clicéal chun pháirt a ghlacadh). Táim chun fís esiach a chuir ar fáil do Gaeilgeoirí. Beidh an téama céanna ag an cainéal nua – smideadh,...

The Theatricality Lady Gaga inspired episode of Glee Season 2 was one of my favourites. I loved, well, the theatricality of it! The costumes and make-up were fantastic. No matter what I watch I’m always looking at an actors make-up, not usually a conscious thing, comes with the job. But when...

I picked up Sally Hansen Hard as Nails in Boots a few weeks ago. I hear there are more shades to choose from in the US. In my local Boots my only option was clear – which is exactly what I was looking for. The instructions recommend applying a few coats before applying your nail polish. Consistency...

Red lips is a regular Autumn/Winter trend. It’s a true classic! This season the red lip trend is much more contemporary and a lot less retro. Instead of vintage fire engine, Reds injected with berry and raspberry were seen on the A/W catwalk at Dolce & Gabbanna (left). A few tips for...

Carmex is a cult favourite. I remember the first time I tried it – I was 14 and visiting my dad’s salon. My lips were so chapped that they were cracking and bleeding (ick! I know). A colleague of my dads, James Mooney, produced a tube of Carmex from his pocket, informing that he bought...

You have a hooded eyelid if the lid is mostly hidden by a fold of skin that comes from above the socket. In terms of make-up application here are a few tips to help. When you look forward into the mirror you probably don’t see a lot of eyelid space. You may think that there is no point to...

It occurred to me that I had not recorded a monthly favourites video in ages so I got cracking! There is a mixture of make-up, skincare and tanning products that I have been favourites of mine over the last few months. What are your current favourites? * Don’t forget – Click here...

  Every season we see a different skin trend. Natural-looking skin was big on the Autumn/Winter catwalks. Matte yet luminous skin sounds like a contradiction but it’s easy to achieve.   You want to create a fresh faced effect but still maintain matte skin. The work is in the...

Soft, smoky brown eye make-up was huge on the A/W catwalks. This trend is so easy to replicate at home. I’m happy to see brown replacing black for creating a smoky eye this autumn/winter. This is easier to wear, softer, more natural but best of all it’s much more forgiving mistake wise. Alexander...

I’m always interested when my favourite brands release new products. Today I was having a snoop around looking for new foundation releases. Here are four that I’m excited about.   1. YSL Radiance Flawless Foundation SPF20 This foundation is designed for dull skin that is in need...

As a teenager I relied heavily on Vichy products but in the last few years I have gone cold on them. Lukewarm might be more appropriate. Well consider me warmed up! I have been using their Essentielles Facial Cleansing Wash and I am in love – the kind that never dies (or at least until I find...

This blend can be used on damaged, dry, mature or sensitive skin. The recipe will last for one month and it only takes 5 minutes to prepare. The ingredients are very especially beneficial for ageing skin. Expensive skin care products often use these ingredients, but in minuscule proportions. Making...