Not everyone shares my enthusiasm for Sundays (possibly down to the impending doom of the early morning alarm after a weekend of lie-ins and bingeing on carbs. I feel ya.) But, Self Care Sunday is really just an ode to the old fashioned day of rest. Call it what you will: Self Care Saturday, Wellness Wednesday, Find Yourself Friday…. What really matters is the sentiment behind regularly taking some time out for yourself to relax, reset and evaluate, regardless of the day you decide to do it on. Self care is not a one-and-done process. Self care also consists of small, incremental wins on a d ..read more

JavaScript is currently disabled in this browser. Reactivate it to view this content. The Ordinary Skincare by Deciem The Ordinary are a sub-company operating under the umbrella brand, Deciem. Their mission to provide innovative, high-tech skincare at honourable prices has really made them take off. For such a modest price point, you get many vegan products, void of nasty chemicals and additives such as parabens and mineral oil. And their AHA + BHA Peeling Solution is no exception! What’s not to love? How to Use The Ordinary Peeling Solution “Clean face and wait for skin to dry ..read more

Say Hello to the Salicylic Acid Cleanser that’s perfect for Rough Skin, Acne & Keratosis Pilaris, with hydrating Hyaluronic Acid & brightening Niacinamide! As someone with a combination and sensitive complexion, rough and bumpy skin is a regular complaint of mine. A mixture of congestion, dryness, oiliness, and inflammation from breakouts are to blame, but a condition called Keratosis Pilaris could also be the culprit in some cases.  Rough and bumpy skin isn’t just unsightly and makes makeup appear uneven and flaky, but it can also become uncomfortable and itchy.  This Winte ..read more

Best Purple Shampoo for Blonde Hair Fudge Clean Blonde Damage Rewind Purple Shampoo One of my favourite haircare topics and services to perform on clients is blonding. As a blondie myself, I understand the importance of a good purple shampoo and exactly what kind of difference it can make to blonde hair. I am forever dumbfounded by new clients that have no idea about the benefits of using purple shampoo on their blonde hair, so I’m making it my mission to spread the word! If you’re one of those people, give this post a read to become acquainted with how purple shampoo works, what it can do for ..read more

*Links marked with asterisks are affiliate links. Please see my disclaimer for more information. Best in Beauty: The Best Skincare Products 2020 I well and truly took advantage of slobbing it out at home in my favourite pj’s most days, hair thrown up, with not a trace of makeup on my face. But, I made more of a conscious effort to discover products that really benefitted my skin, educate myself on the advantages and disadvantages of certain skincare ingredients, and commit whole-heartedly to my daily skincare routines. I’ve even put a lot more thought into sustainability and my own consumerist ..read more

This page may contain affiliate links. For more information, see my terms & conditions. Hyaluronic Acid The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 After cleansing, I apply The Ordinary’s Hyaluronic Acid serum while my skin is still damp.  Hyaluronic Acid works by attracting water molecules within the skin to keep it hydrated and plump.  The Ordinary’s offering is by far my favourite. For one, because I sincerely trust in their brand and mission to create innovative vegan/ cruelty free skincare @ drugstore price points. But, Ive used this continuously for around 3 years and it makes a h ..read more

This page may contain affiliate links. For more information, see my terms & conditions How does Purple Shampoo work? It’s all in the colour-theory, and if you’ve ever studied art, you may know this already. Purple is opposite to yellow on the colour wheel, therefore they cancel one another out. By using purple shampoo, it will help to neutralise yellow in the hair, depositing ashy (very cool) tones, leaving you with a cleaner, icier blonde. If your hair is more on the orange side, opt for a blue-toned shampoo, instead.How to Use Purple Shampoo Purple shampoo is used in the same w ..read more

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