Bargain hunting for discounted beauty products? You won’t believe what I picked up in the sales
At a time when cosmetics lovers are running the annual gauntlet of extortionately priced beauty advent calendars, there’s always a bit of...
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Belinda Bennett
Nov 22
PLouise limited edition Sweet Escape palette review
There aren’t many all-in-one makeup palettes that tick every wish list box and some. The Sweet Escape palette by PLouise is a rare...
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Belinda Bennett
Nov 20
Made by Mitchell Black Friday Mystery Bundle review
It’s quirky, fun and viral. Made by Mitchell is the art-heavy makeup brand that is about as far ‘out there’ as you can get right now....
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Belinda Bennett
Nov 17
How a makeup hoarder finally ‘let go’ of a collection
If you have ever hoarded anything - from pop memorabilia to bat shit (some people are weird) - you will know letting go of something that...
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Belinda Bennett
Nov 14
Collection Cosmetics Black Friday sale review
Anyone who has landed on this website before will know I am a true fan of Collection Cosmetics’ Lasting Perfection Foundation. I’ve tried...
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Belinda Bennett
Nov 4
Feeling old? Try this to rediscover a younger you
They say that once you are ‘over the hill’ you start to pick up speed. Sadly, for most of us, that hill is steeper than Mount Everest and...
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Belinda Bennett
Oct 27
The 3-in-1 brow pencil you need in your makeup bag
Let’s talk brows… Specifically, a 3-in-1 brow pencil I recently received in a subscription box. If you are anything like me, brow shaping...
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Belinda Bennett
Sep 29
Why the lip pencil is back in vogue
The lip pencil, once a staple of '90s beauty routines, is undergoing a big renaissance. Surprised? If you think it’s the cosmetic most...
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Belinda Bennett
Sep 12
PLouise Budget Box review
Fans of the PLouise makeup brand can grab themselves a monthly haul that includes exclusive products through a one-off purchase or...
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Belinda Bennett
Sep 7
Mascara wand basics: a guide to different types and their benefits
The mascara wand is an essential part of everyday makeup collections, yet most of us never give it a second thought. While we may not...
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Belinda Bennett
Aug 31
Mean Girls x Revolution Burn Book eyeshadow palette review
Let’s cut to the chase: I haven’t been excited about a Revolution launch for a very long time. We’re talking about almost a year. Enter…...
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Belinda Bennett
Aug 28
Makeup addict? How to stop yourself from overspending on cosmetics
New beauty launches can be expensive territory for the makeup addict. As each season approaches, ever more tempting products wriggle...
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Belinda Bennett
Aug 24
Makeup for beginners - from base to brows
If you want to experiment with makeup but don’t know where to start, this guide is for you! Navigating the world of cosmetics can be a...
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Belinda Bennett
Aug 21
Children and cosmetics: how to give them what they want safely
Have you got a child hellbent on collecting makeup or wanting to experiment with skincare? Are their constant requests for products...
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Belinda Bennett
Aug 12
Beauty influencers - the best and the worst
Beauty influencers remain digital trendsetters, even though the writing is on the wall for their demise. They may have mastered the art...
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Belinda Bennett
Aug 10
How to use a setting spray as a makeup primer
Brands get it - money’s tight. That’s why there is renewed emphasis on dual use products, including setting spray that doubles up as a...
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Belinda Bennett
Aug 8
Indie makeup brands - the ones to watch
The beauty industry has been undergoing a seismic shift in recent years, with indie makeup brands emerging as powerful disruptors. Once...
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Belinda Bennett
Aug 7
Has the makeup subscription box succumbed to cancel culture?
It seems weird to use the phrase ‘makeup subscription box’ in the same sentence as the words cancel culture, but here we are… Cancel...
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Belinda Bennett
Aug 6
How to use an under-eye brightening powder to banish dark circles and wrinkles
If dark circles and fine lines are the bane of your life, it’s good to know there is something you can do to instantly turn back the...
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Belinda Bennett
Aug 4
Why dewy skin isn't for everyone
The dewy skin trend has undeniably kickstarted a proliferation in glow-promoting makeup and skincare products - all promising to...
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