Did you scroll through Instagram this morning and wonder why your skin doesn’t look like that? Why you have visible pores on your face, your jawline isn’t as sculpted as the (cleverly edited) photos you are seeing, or your nose doesn’t finish with a cute pixie upturn? Look a little closer at those photos. Underneath all that blurring you’ll find pores, texture, fine lines, all perfectly normal skin features every single person on this planet has. That perfect skin photo has been taken using a glossy product under a ring light and in fact, there are whole modules of beauty training dedicated to ..read more

What are lash extensions? We cant talk about what lash extensions are without touching on why they are awesome. One of the biggest pro’s of eyelash extensions is you never feel like you have to wear mascara again, a set of lash extensions that’s tailor made for you will make your eyes pop and many of my clients wear less makeup because they wake up feeling ‘ready’ in the morning. You get to walk around with the lashes you wish you were born with! Unlike strip or cluster lashes, individual lash extensions are applied onto each natural lash using a barely there amount of glue – the result is s ..read more

Its probably the question I’m asked most – How long do lash extensions last? Professionally applied lash extensions that use quality adhesives and lashes, combined with correct placement technique should last the duration of the lash cycle of each lash they are applied to. But, lash aftercare is just as important as application if you want your new lashes to last! Maintenance is important too! Following your lash extension treatment, I recommend top up treatments every 2-3 weeks. Why every few weeks? Because your natural lashes have a life cycle of around 90 days and are constantly shedding ..read more

Skincare Hack Money saving skincare hacks – Do you know how much of your skincare products you need to use? I know lots of my readers have free samples and new products you are using just now, this handy guide is a useful tool to show you how much of your new skincare product you need to apply. This is one money-saving skincare hack you’ll use time and again. A little really does go a long way. This may come as a surprise but applying too much moisturiser is actually a thing! Some signs you may be over moisturising are clogged pores, blackheads, bumpy skin and excess oil. When you use too muc ..read more

Marula Oil Why do you need Marula oil for your skin? You may have heard of Argan oil and its hydrating/anti-aging capabilities? Marula oil (as featured oil in the midnight oil collection) contains 60 percent more antioxidants than argan oil (wave goodbye to wrinkles and sun damage!) and is even more skin friendly. Marula tree fruitsWith a natural makeup that comes close to the oils your own body creates, Marula oil, which is harvested in South Africa from the nut inside the marula fruit, plays nicely with your skin, healing and hydrating it without clogging or irritating it. Key Product Benefi ..read more

How To Cleanse Skin Girl, wash your face – 3 reasons why cleansing is an important step in your skincare routine. I know it’s the last thing some of you want to do when you’re crawling up the stairs exhausted, sometimes it probably feels a bit torturous. But, there are a few good reasons why cleansing needs to be a non-negotiable part of your bedtime routine. Here are my top reasons why and how to cleanse your skin. How To Cleanse Skin (And Why!) 1. The world is filthy – and that dirt and pollution accumulates on your skin all day, with or without the addition of makeup. That a ..read more

The ultimate mascara tips and hacks. Mascara is a daily essential for most of us and the one product that can instantly change how your eyes look – but are you getting the most out of it? You probably have a favourite mascara and have even heard of an eyelash curler, but there are other tips and tricks to lash-enhancing. Here are 7 mascara tips and hacks to help you get your best lashes ever! 1 – Firstly, the most important mascara tip and hack. Don’t forget to curl, curl, curl. I know it might seem obvious and it might seem like a lot of extra work, but if you only follow one of these mascara ..read more

The secret to keeping your eyelash extensions looking fresh and lasting well is giving them the TLC they deserve. Have you ever wondered why some eyelash extensions last longer than others? That’s partly down to the skill of your technician in placing your lashes, but its also about aftercare and there are a few things you can do at home to make eyelash extensions last longer.  Here are my top tips to keep your eyelash extensions looking full and fluttery. Steer clear of oil-based makeup removers Oil can affect the bonds of your eyelash extensions so choose an oil-free eye makeup remover or c ..read more

Money saving skincare hacks – Do you know how much of your skincare products you need to use? I know lots of my readers have free samples and new products you are using just now, this handy guide is a useful tool to show you how much of your new skincare product you need to apply. This is one money-saving skincare hack you’ll use time and again. A little really does go a long way. This may come as a surprise but applying too much moisturiser is actually a thing! Some signs you may be over moisturising are clogged pores, blackheads, bumpy skin and excess oil. When you use too much product, it ..read more

Should you change your skincare routine in the summer? Just like the weather, the condition of your skin fluctuates throughout the seasons. While you prepare for summer holidays, travel, beach days, and summer Fridays, it’s also important to work on transitioning your skincare routine in the summer. 1. Make small changes” “Just like you wouldn’t wear winter clothes in summer, you might want to tweak your skincare products going into the summer season. If during the winter you used gentler cream cleansers and more hydrating moisturisers on your skin to counteract the drying winter climate and ..read more