Beauty
HANNAH MARTIN - She's back!
Hi All! It took us a while, but we finally managed to get our diaries to work. This was filmed shortly before Hannah gave birth to a very healthy baby...
21/01/2018
UPDATES NO.5
Hi All, Some quick updates before the weekend. Rafflecopter: I've checked all the remaining giveaways and the option is definitely there for either entry via your email address or signing...
19/01/2018
Updates No.4
Random photo that has nothing to do with anything purely to have a visual up here. :) Hi All! Some updates for you.. Giveaway winners: These will be shown on...
12/01/2018
What to leave in 2017 or 'The New Rules'
Hello! And welcome to the end of what has been without doubt, the best year of my life professionally, and the absolute worst personally. I'm not exaggerating when I say...
01/01/2018
MERRY CHRISTMAS
I don't know about you, but I just literally, physically and mentally hit a wall in early December. I'm obviously still working consultant-wise, but as I've covered a little on...
22/12/2017
TRINNY WOODALL and TRINNY LONDON OVERVIEW
Hi Everyone! I finally got Trinny onto MY turf! Enjoy! Trinny London: https://trinnylondon.com/ Trinny and Susannah on OPRAH! SO FREAKING ENVIOUS: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QkIwGItISHw Trinny & Susannah Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsSeb-TTK-KE8vqAw2EHc6w My stripey makeup...
10/12/2017
Christmas/New Year on the blog.
Another little plug for Lauren and the Tit-Tees! Hi All! Couple of things: I've had a little bug this week so I owe you reviews. I'm counting a tally and...
08/12/2017
KATE SOMERVILLE OFFER
Hi Everyone! Quick offer just for you. For the next 48 hours you can save 30% on any 3 products ordered on KateSomerville.com and receive a free Kate Somerville Gift...
08/12/2017
CHRISTMAS TIT-TEES FOR #GIRLvsCANCER
Callie, Lauren et moi I've known Lauren since she was a kid. She is part of my nieces' (we have a lot of them..) closest circle of friends. Last year...
06/12/2017
Yu-Be Moisturizing Skin Cream
Who is it for? Dry/dehydrated skins. What’s in it? Glycerin, Water, Isopropyl Myristate, Stearic Acid, Glyceryl Stearate SE, Triethanolamine, Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E), Glycyrrhetinic Acid, Camphor, Riboflavin (Vitamin B2), Hydrogenated...
03/12/2017
REN Brand Overview and 25% offer
Hi Everyone! REN are offering you all 25% off your order from today 03/12/2017 through to 10/12/2017 at 11:59pm GMT. Use the code CAROLINE25 when prompted at checkout. (Excludes bundles,...
03/12/2017
WELEDA SKIN FOOD
Describe the brand in three words.Natural. Plants. Heritage. Who is it for?Dry, rough, dehydrated skins. People suffering from rosacea, cracked skin and dermatitis. Weather-chapped. Pissed off faces. What’s in it?Water...
02/12/2017
Alpha-H Vitamin B with Copper Tripeptide
Who is it for? Anyone with dry, dull, dehydrated or sluggish skin. What’s in it? Aqua (Water), Glycerin, Niacinamide, Methyl Gluceth-20, Salvia Hispanica Seed Extract, Sodium PCA, Panthenol, Phenoxyethanol, Ferulic...
01/12/2017
GIVE AND MAKEUP SHOEBOX CAMPAIGN - London has re-opened.
Hi All! It's that time of year again - Give and Makeup is now accepting donations for London and Wales via the addresses below. To recap on what we need/accept,...
27/11/2017
Zelens Brand Overview
Hi Everyone! I said I would put a LOT of info in the description box so give me a shout if I forgot anything. Z Detox Clarifying Foaming Cleanser PHA...
22/11/2017
Smokey Eye with Lisa Potter-Dixon
Hi Everyone! Details from the video are below as promised: Lisa's channel: Lisa/YouTube My eye surgery video: My Eye Surgery Story Anton's Paso Doble - SCD/hysterical :) Products used: Nip...
21/11/2017
Packaging and General Update
Hi All, Thank you so much for your hundreds of comments re: packaging last week. Updates featured here, also touching on upcoming videos and offers before Christmas. Votary Brand Overview...
20/11/2017
WHEN BAD PACKAGING HAPPENS TO GREAT PRODUCTS
Hi Everyone! Thank you for your input on social media - more to come. #LOVETHEJUICEHATETHEPACKAGING Products mentioned: The Body Shop Camomile Silky Cleansing Oil - http://bit.ly/2ztn04b Emma Hardie Moringa Balm...
11/11/2017
OSKIA Brand Overview
My 'random' face. Hi Everyone! Firstly, apologies for the lack of posting everywhere this week. I literally haven't posted one pic on Instagram! Work is busy and family life was...
05/11/2017
MLM Selling
A few years ago I wrote this post about 'Brands you won't see reviewed on here'. It included brands that I just don't rate*, and some MLM (multi-level marketing) brands....
30/10/2017
Upcoming Brand Overviews and requests
Firstly, thank you to those of you that came out this week for the Dennis Gross event in Kensington. I'm looking forward to seeing you in Leeds this week and...
29/10/2017
#thatsnotme - Ageism in the Beauty Industry continued..
Firstly, thank you for the huge support of the ageism post. We've been talking about it in industry circles for a long time, and although it's ridiculous that we have...
27/10/2017
Is YouTube worth the hassle? Facebook and Instagram beckon..
Hi Lovely People! Ok so here's the thing. Actually, it's a few things. First up: YouTube. I personally love watching YouTube videos, I spend a good deal of time on...
18/10/2017
New Events with Dr Dennis Gross and Space NK | Ad
Hi Everyone! Sorry about the picture but I couldn't resist. :) I am thrilled to be hosting some Skincare Masterclasses with Dr Dennis Gross and Space NK over the next...
17/10/2017
Ageism in the Beauty Industry
On first sight this cover raised the expected 'YES.' from me. I love Helen Mirren, I love Allure, and I hate the term anti-ageing. Always have. Something niggled at me...
17/10/2017
Beauty Q&A with Emily Weiss from Glossier!
Hi Everyone! Glossier launches in the UK tomorrow, 9th October. http://bit.ly/2z5yqbe Emily talking about Glossier/Into The Gloss as a business model - https://youtu.be/MyRQsK6sf3w My previous overview video - Glossier/Milk Overview...
08/10/2017
Votary X Liberty London et moi
Gorgeous people. I know it may seem like I have fallen off the face of the Earth but I promise there is a wealth of goodness coming. I've moved offices...
05/10/2017
Charitable donations - How much actually goes to the cause?
As we reach the end of Gynaecological Cancer month (September, despite some strange posts lately on social media), we hit October. It's that time again. Out come the pink products,...
02/10/2017
ATTENTION DUBLINERS - Incoming!
DUBLIN!!!! Amanda, the brilliant Pixi team and I are heading your way next weekend. We'll be talking about all things skincare/Pixi/football/SVU/tea strength* and more. For your free tickets you can...
24/09/2017
AVON update - International Launch Dates & Ingredients
Right lovely people. I've done some research and have some dates for you. So here's your area and time of launch: Market reference/Month CE - October EE - October IMED...
19/09/2017
Newness and Updates No.3
Hi Everyone! Schools are nearly back and so am I. A little round-up of recent rumblings.. Firstly, Gynaecological Cancer Awareness Month begins today: The Eve Appeal is the only UK...
01/09/2017
'Where have you been?' The Mumps Edition.
The last time I filmed a vlog I finished it by muttering these words: 'We have a son down with mumps. I need to go and be Mum and Daughter...
09/08/2017
Spotify Playlist
Well you DID ask. After the relentless InstaStory Karaokes, this has (bizarrely!) become one of my most requested posts. So here, dear reader, is my music brain spewed into a...
08/07/2017
Herbivore Lapis Balancing Facial Oil
Describe the brand in three words. Green. Seattle. Vegan. Who is it for? Combination, reddened skin or skins that appreciate a light oil. This absorbs fairly quickly and is not...
07/07/2017
Glossier Moisturizing Moon Mask
Who is it for? Anyone needing an extra boost of moisture. What’s in it? Aqua/Water/Eau, Dimethicone, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil, Glycerin, Polysorbate 20, Urea, Butylene Glycol, Butyrospermum Parkii...
06/07/2017
Taking care of your skin when you're ill - lupus.
I know I’ve been a little quiet on here recently, and uploading more videos than normal. One of the reasons for that is that I can film videos in bulk...
20/06/2017
Glossier/Milk Overview
Hi Everyone! Two of my most-asked about US brands, both of whom are reaching the UK shores this year/early next (allegedly). ;) Full details of the products listed are below....
13/06/2017
Updates!
Work I'm working full throttle behind the scenes, both inside the industry, shooting videos for YT and on my own thing. I'm not currently offering facials, I've had to prioritise...
13/06/2017
Kate Somerville Exclusive Offer
HAPPY WEEKEND ALL! A lot of brands run Friends & Family campaigns - and Kate Somerville is no exception. Their F&F offer officially starts on 16th May and is worth...
13/05/2017
VLOG 37 | LON-NY-LA
Latest vlog is up. This is the first part of my US trip. See you Sunday for the follow-up. (I'll be blogging before that though!)
10/05/2017
The Cult Beauty Box Reveal
Hi Everyone! The wait is nearly over. The Cult Beauty Box will go on sale next week and the full contents of the box are revealed in the video below....
07/05/2017
Business will resume shortly
Hi All, We're back. Thanks for your patience while I hung out with the fam and made my pigmentation worse by swimming in the Florida sun every day. I'll be...
19/04/2017
Q&A with Teresa Tarmey
Hi All! So tomorrow TT and I are back in the Clinic filming another treatment. I thought we'd also do a Q&A while we were at it so please leave...
27/03/2017
Beauty Favourites No.1
Hi All! As promised, beauty favourites are now up on YouTube. Details are below the video - hope you enjoy! I have my C2C Festival this weekend so give me...
11/03/2017
Tata Harper Boosted Contouring Eye Mask
You may remember a little over a year ago, I did a 'What to Buy?' from Tata Harper. In that post (here), I wrote about the Boosted Contouring Eye Mask...
07/03/2017
SnailGate Part II
Well.Some of you really love your snail products. I mean really, passionately, love them. Which is completely cool. I mean really, it’s none of my business. A few comments, even...
06/03/2017
Armani UV Master Primer and Power Fabric
This dynamic duo are not to be missed. Get yourself to a store and swatch/swipe/test - do whatever you need to do to get these products on your face. I...
06/03/2017
Snail madness
Snails. Let’s just leave them where they belong shall we? Roaming around the garden and leaving a trail of goo as they go. The snail trend started in South America,...
05/03/2017