Topshop’s Nail Polish in Middle Child, is a plummy purple, that you can’t help smile at. The thick formula glides on evenly and you could definitely get away with one coat, if you’re in a rush. Lightening up the deep greys and berries that tend to dominate the season, this rich bumble-berry, is as uplifting […]
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A base coat is always crucial if you want chip-free nails that last the week. Currently top of my list is Eve Snow’s BB Base coat, a creamy formula enriched with Argan oil and Vitamin E. Where this product excels is it primes nails, neutralising any discolouration, chips or grooves and like a great primer, […]
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Every perfumer worth their weight, has played with rose, but Terry de Gunzburg isn’t like everyone else. After creating YSL’s Touche Éclat, Terry has gone on to conjure up timeless beauty staples that her fans can always rely on. Unafraid of indulging in opulence, Terry once again offers up a truly luxurious proposition: Rouge Nocturne. […]
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We did say the 80s were back and it seems Chanel agree. Pay homage to the era of plenty, with Chanel‘s buttercup yellow eyeshadow in Admiration. For full impact wet the brush and build up, or if you’re feeling an ethereal nymph vibe use dry for a powdery finish. Enriched with Vitamins C, E and […]
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Kiehl’s Hydro-Plumping Re-Texturising Serum Concentrate, may be a bit of a mouthful, but it’s contents get straight to the point, delivering on everything it’s perhaps superflous title would suggest. Staying true to it’s name, Kiehl’s Hydro-Plumping Re-Texturising Serum Concentrate instantly rehydrates the skin and smoothes it’s surface, as it transforms from a gel-like liquid into an […]
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Having trouble sleeping is a very 2014 problem, what with us all being addicted to our smartphones. This Works‘ Pillow Spray truly solves this issue. Infused with lavender, vetivert and wild chamomile, a few sprays of this potent pillow potion will swiftly sooth you to sleep. Well it actually very gently knocks you out and I’ve […]
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The whipped gel texture of Ole Henriksen‘s pure truth melting cleanser, upon application, is instantly transformed into an oil gel that glides on. The fragrant scent of citrus is enlivening; perfect for a bleary eyed evening or early rise, whilst the oil texture melts away make-up and the day’s grime leaving my skin hydrated and supple. […]
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When it comes to treats, there are few things better than a Diptyque candle. Somehow the French perfumer has made us all obsessed with scented candles. Without us even realising, candles have gone from staple of the strange older lady to the must-have for any good looking home. Whether you have a soho loft or a […]
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I love anything that may help tame my unruly brows, so when I got the chance to try RMK‘s new brow gel, I didn’t waste any time. The long silver tube, like the casing for their mascara, is sleek and matte chrome, epitomising understated luxury. RMK’s differs from most brow gels, thanks to their unusually […]
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Laura Mercier are known for their always excellent primer, but less so for their foundations, which is a shame as they’re great- and cater for every skin tone, something which I always appreciate. Their foundation powder has been my go to for years now, but I always used it as a finishing product as I […]
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Unite are fairly new to the salon haircare game when compared with the Kerastases and Moroccan Oils of the world, but they’re giving the big dogs a run for their money. The cult brand have already made a name for themselves in the US and count Victoria Beckham, Demi Moore and Sienna Miller as just […]
Read moreConsidering she’s currently in Greece, we asked Blush contributor Rina to find the hottest brand around. On her travels she discovered Apvita, the first natural cosmetics company to emerge from Greece. Not only can we be confident in its benefits, as it’s been going since the 1970s, but luckily for us, it’s being stocked in the […]
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Pastel nails scream summertime. Powder pink, mint green, baby blue, lilac and lemon, are consistently appealing. One of my favourite pastel polishes, is Bourjois So Laque Glossy in Adora bleu (£6 at Boots) : a light, powder blue shade that works on a wide variety of skin tones. Two coats are all you need for full coverage and chip-free […]
Read moreWe know brows are a big deal. The modern elixir of youth, they are the easiest way to keep you looking fresh-faced. Whether you’re going for kohl-rimmed eyes or keeping it simple with a sweep of mascara, fellow Victoria’s Secret Angels, Rosie and Candice demonstrate that a good brow is the key to looking bad-ass. […]
Read moreLa Roche-Posay Effaclar Duo is the corrective, anti-marks, gel cream formula that has received mixed reviews. In such situations, there is only one thing to do- buy it and try it for yourself. La Roche Posay are so confident in its performance that they promise a clearer complexion or your money back; A […]
Read moreFor those of you that (like me) spend far longer in the Beauty aisle in Waitrose, than you do adhering to your grocery list, you will surely have already been distracted by Burt’s Bees. If you are drawn to the sound of this bee-friendly range but haven’t quite uncovered that special something to pop into your […]
Read moreThis week let your senses be captured by the discreet, French elegance that is Eau Mohéli, roll-on cologne by Diptyque. If you are looking for that Je ne sais quoi in a unique fragrance not recognizable to the masses, why not reach for the heights of Saint Germain mystique in Diptyque. Now that spring is […]
Read moreTaking over from me on the Sunday Selection is Cat Berry, the newest member of the Blush team. Every Sunday Cat will be selecting her must-have product of the week. First up is the Super Mud for the Superstars, GLAMGLOW. After reading rave reviews about the new Supermud mask by Glamglow, I decided after much […]
Read moreSunday night is approaching. You’ve done something with your day- be it traipsing around Borough, Spitafields or Brixton market and you’re pooped. You’re not sure if you have time to make the roast you were so set on earlier and you still haven’t ironed all of your shirts for the week. Downton’s over, and the […]
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