Brand Reviews
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In Paris with Lacoste
If you follow me on Instagram or Twitter, you may very well have seen that I’ve been in Paris last week – ooh-la-la! Despite the most miserable weather on the planet, I was very excited to be flown out to the French capital with Lacoste to spend 2 days talking about tennis and fragrance. Recently…
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Bobbi Brown Detox, Nourish and Radiance Face Masks
You know I love Bobbi Brown skincare. The products are solid and whereas skincare companies tend to focus on how the skin looks or skin health – Bobbi Brown focuses on both. These three treatment masks are designed for all skin types between them and everyone will find something they’re looking for. Each of the Bobbi…
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The Anti-Blemish Serum I’ve been waiting for
This has surely been a long time coming from Clinique who’s anti-blemish skincare system is one of the most widely regarded and used out there. I have used it intermittently for almost 10 years as and when needed to deal with occasional (but severe) breakouts. The Clinique Anti-Blemish Solutions Blemish + Line Correcting Serum kills the…
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AMEN Pure Tonka Limited Edition 2016 by Thierry Mugler
Surprise! Yes, it’s this year’s Thierry Mugler AMEN Limited Edition and this one’s a doozy to make you drool! The original AMEN fragrance launched in 1996 (20 years ago!) and already comes pre-loaded with tonnes of tonka to go with caramel-vanilla, coffee, patchouli, honey and milk. Pure Tonka gives glorious emphasis to the chocolatey tonka…
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Bringing the beach to you this Summer with Heeley Paris Sel Marin
If you’re looking for a fragrance to give holiday nostalgia or to get yourself in the summer mood, Helley Parins Sel Marin is the smell of the beach, the smell of your skin when you get out of the beautiful blue, azure sea surrounded by fresh air and sun. Sel Marin is composed of notes…
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Rahua Jet Setter Hair Travel Kit
If you’ve yet to discover Rahua, you can read all about the brand in my article on their original Shampoo and Conditioner here. This travel kit, perfect for 2, contains both pairs of shampoos and conditioners – the original and the volumising. I can say that I’ve been using these travel minis for a while every…
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NEW Clinique Mineral Sunscreen for Face and Body
Exciting! Mother MANFACE has used Clinique Sunscreens since the dawn of time (probably since they were created) and I’ve used them intermittently. The problem I had with them was some of the body versions giving me a slight rash/reaction. This can often be the case with chemical sunscreens, that although are known for having superior protection vs. mineral, can be…
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NEW Pinita Colada Body Care from The Body Shop
This is my favourite cocktail of all time – well, the alcoholic version. The perfect balance of creamy sweetness and fruity tanginess. I could drink these all summer! In fact there’s an amazing beach bar in Xavia, Spain where I’ve gone for years with both friends and family. A photo posted by Thom Watson •…
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Top 5 Cleansers for Acne and Blemish-Prone Skin
Here are my top 5 cleansers for acne and blemish prone skin ranging from various types, prices, brands and textures. For more information on how to treat acne and blemishes, read my Acne Skin Care Guide here! 1. Zelens Z Detox Clarifying Foaming Cleanser This has been my latest favourite and well into my second…
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Choosing the perfect sun care texture with Clarins
As the weather is getting hotter, it’s time to pay more attention to protecting your skin, even from the British sun! Clarins has 4 great options, each with its own unique texture so you can find the one you love. All of Clarins Sun Care products have both UVA and UVB protection. Sun Care Tips UVA…