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EMPTIES | FEBRUARY
HELLOOO! Ok so this is long (obviously) and has lots of products and things I said I would link - if I've forgotten anything give me a shout. The Emma...
18/02/2018
UPDATES NO.9 and GITS
Hi All! A few updates and a Get In The Sea; after all, it is the weekend.. Firstly, thank you so much for the book recommendations. There are so many...
17/02/2018
THE BODY SHOP | ROOTS OF STRENGTH | Ad
The Body Shop are one of my most-requested brands for an overview video, and with good reason. That’s coming, but in the meantime, here’s some newness to feast your eyes...
15/02/2018
CURRENT READING MATERIAL?
Not my usual post, but I've made a concerted effort to actually finish books this year. Anyone else get swamped by work and checking their phone in bed until they...
14/02/2018
HALL OF FAME - JOSH ROSEBROOK HYDRATING ACCELERATOR
I know it has been a while since I did a 'Hall of Famer' post, but I picked this up again recently when my skin was feeling the after-effects of...
12/02/2018
UPDATES NO.8
Hi Everyone! OK first things first: if you missed the podcast that Nadine and I recorded with Emma Guns last week, there's time to listen to Part One before Part...
09/02/2018
JOSH WOOD TWITTER Q&A
Hi Everyone! As promised, Josh's Q&A from Twitter. Thank you for the lovely feedback on the first video with Josh, here in case you missed it: https://youtu.be/aSFYgvZ2bt8 Also, we are...
08/02/2018
CERAVE LAUNCHES IN THE UK
Good news! CeraVe finally launches in the UK on 5th March. Initially launching with 6 skus, (7 shortly thereafter), it will be on sale in Boots and some key e-tailers....
07/02/2018
JOSH WOOD - KING OF COLOUR
Hi All! Josh is literally one of the nicest men in the industry and is absolutely the man to see for colour. We also filmed a Twitter Q&A that I...
05/02/2018
JILLIAN DEMPSEY
Hi All! Firstly, I owe Jillian an apology. This was filmed before Christmas (as you'll see) and then as we know, I got sick and now we're in February and...
04/02/2018
Oh Pack It In Part 1
I love the internet. Most of the time. Some of the time I look at the screen and sigh inwardly, plotting just how quickly I can push something into the...
31/01/2018
GLOSSIER SOLUTION
Describe the brand in three words (sentences?) Young. Trendy. Good. Who is it for? The brand: teens – late 20s. This particular product: Hard to recommend for anyone. What’s in...
29/01/2018
UPDATES NO.6
Hi All! First things first: round-ups similar to this will be in the newsletter first going forward, along with stand-alone competitions and first access to some brand offers etc so...
27/01/2018
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
DERMALOGICA ULTRACALMING CLEANSER
Describe the brand in three words. American. Simple (not an insult). Easy-to-use. Who is it for? Everyone. Especially good for reactive, sensitised or over-processed skins. What’s in it? Water/Aqua/Eau, Cetearyl...
05/12/2017
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
Following up..and one for my retail industry comrades..
Hi All! What a week. Firstly, thank you SO much for all of your comments this week. Much appreciated. And my sincere apologies for neglecting my home planet (this). Firstly,...
20/10/2017
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
Kate Somerville Brand Overview
Hi Everyone! Finally: a much-requested overview of my favourite Kate Somerville products. I could easily have added another five to this with minimal effort. Products shown: Goat Milk Cleanser (no...
14/09/2017
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