Skincare Infused Makeup

If there has been one slow-to-grow beauty trend that has really sparked my interest, it is skincare infused makeup. It is the beauty hybrid I never knew I needed.

When I was younger, I would shovel makeup on without a care in the world for my skin. I would regularly avoid cleansing before bed but, by some miracle, would never suffer the consequences. Sadly times have changed and, since hitting my thirties, prolonged makeup wear causes my skin to become dry, irritated, and dull.

Now more than ever I need skincare infused makeup - products that cover, correct, and enhance, all while benefitting my skin through enriching ingredients. Here are some of my favourites...

The Lowdown | Rosacea

Rosacea is a skin condition that many women and men suffer from but know little about. Thanks to iS Clinical, the US cosmeceutical skincare brand celebrated for its highly effective products, I've been able to share a wealth of information on this common skin complaint. We're giving the lowdown on everything from what rosacea is, to what its triggers and treatments are...

Review | IT Cosmetics Confidence in Your Beauty Sleep Night Cream

The IT Cosmetics Confidence range has a new addition, which also happens to be a first for the brand in general. A night cream! The Confidence in Your Beauty Sleep Night Cream, to be exact, and I've been desperate to review it...

What The f**k Are Peptides?

In super simple terms, peptides are small chains of amino acids - the building blocks of the proteins within your skin. Peptides are present in every living cell and they play a crucial role in the physiological and biochemical functions of life.

Cold Weather Wonders

Autumn is officially here, so prepare yourself for cold temperatures, harsh winds and central heating systems that'll starve your skin of hydration, moisture and radiance.

To make sure your skin doesn't suffer during the cold seasons, it's important to look for skincare products that'll keep you protected. From cleansers and masks, to serums and night creams, there are an array of products on the market - packed full of skin saving ingredients - that will serve your skin well. Here are a few of my recommendations...

Faithful Four | Tinted Moisturisers w/SPF

Protecting the skin during the summer months couldn't be more important - after all, who wants to look like this by the time they hit 35...

New Makeup Must Haves

Over the past few months I've been trying many makeup products. Some I've hated, some I've been impartial too and others I have absolutely LOVED. I'm obviously here to share the latter...

Behind The Brand: IT Cosmetics

Date of Birth: 2008

Founding Mother: Jamie Kern Lima

History: IT Cosmetics was born, in a tiny Californian apartment in 2008, out of Jamie Kern Lima's desire to create makeup products that really help correct rosacea and sparse eyebrows.