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9 Face Oils to Help You Slide Into Autumn

Plenty of beauty products contain oils derived from natural sources like plants, crops, flowers and trees.

Plenty of beauty products contain oils derived from natural sources like plants, crops, flowers and trees. Rosehip, grapeseed and argan oils have been making headlines recently thanks to their celebrity devotees like Miranda Kerr and Emma Stone, and other popular oils include neroli, coconut, tea tree, starflower, sesame, canola, babassu, hibiscus and sweet almond. Their rejuvenating and nourishing qualities are particularly potent when used in formulas for the face, and some blends can also be used on hair, cuticles and the whole body. Take a look at offerings from Palmer's, Naked SKIN, Caudalie, Miaflora, Miaroma, Holland and Barrett, Champneys and Trilogy here, and tell me which oil you love the most in your skincare!

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End of Summer Skin Treat — 5 Face Masks For Every Budget

There's nothing quite like a deeply nourishing face mask to help rehydrate skin after the ravages of Summer sun.

There's nothing quite like a deeply nourishing face mask to help rehydrate skin after the ravages of Summer sun. From antioxidant gel and enzymatic peel to formulas rich in essential oils and minerals, there's something for every skin type and budget. Click through to see Mudd, Jurlique, Caudalie, Earth Science and Champneys' offerings and tell me your favourite!

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10 Cleansers to Start Your Autumn Beauty Routine Right

As we transition between the seasons, our skin needs a helping hand more than ever what with the change in weather.

As we transition between the seasons, our skin needs a helping hand more than ever what with the change in weather. The drying effects of Summer sun and holidays mean a star cleanser is a must have in any beauty cabinet. Take a look at offerings from Manuka Doctor, Trilogy, Eau Thermale Avène, The Organic Pharmacy, LP Skin Therapy, Naked Skin, Caudalie, EcoTools, Champneys, Palmer's and Earth Science, and tell me about your Autumn skincare routine!

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Heatwave Help at Hand — 9 Sun Protection Products

The UK is experiencing quite the heatwave this week, making sun protection an all the more important part of your daily beauty regime.

The UK is experiencing quite the heatwave this week, making sun protection an all the more important part of your daily beauty regime. Take a look at advice on how to keep your skin safe in the sun, then have a browse through 9 products that offer to do the job from SkinCeuticals, Institut Esthederm, Caudalie, StriVectin, Palmers, Avene, Trilogy, Nurture and Piz Buin.

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Take Steps to Smoother Skin With 10 Anti-Aging Products

There are plenty of products on the market that help reduce fine lines, increase plumpness and rejuvenate skin tone using ingredients like Hyaluronic acid and retinol plus a range of essential oils and vitamins.

There are plenty of products on the market that help reduce fine lines, increase plumpness and rejuvenate skin tone using ingredients like Hyaluronic acid and retinol plus a range of essential oils and vitamins. Take a look at 10 such creams, serums and oils from Thea, Champneys, Caudalie, Palmer’s, Dr Organic, Trilogy, Clarisonic, Freeze 24/7, This Works and Avene, and tell me how you keep your complexion smooth!

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Très Jolie — French Beauty Brands For That Ooh La La Look

In honour of Bastille Day on Saturday, I'm celebrating all things French with a look at iconic beauty brands that hail from France.

In honour of Bastille Day on Saturday, I'm celebrating all things French with a look at iconic beauty brands that hail from France. The country is home to so many classic products, from Chanel No.5 in to Yves Saint Laurent Touche Éclat, as well as new releases this Summer like the Dior Croisette 5 Couleurs Palette. Jean Paul Gaultier is my go-to fragrance, and Lancôme's Rouge in Love is a favourite of mine and Emma Watson. Celebrate La Fête Nationale by taking a look at my picks above, and tell me which French brand or product is your choice!

Bella

Six Sensational Hand Creams

I hate to break it to you ladies, but Autumn is fast approaching and for many of us that means one thing: dry hands.
Six Sensational Hand Creams!

I hate to break it to you ladies, but Autumn is fast approaching and for many of us that means one thing: dry hands. As the Autumn leaves fall and the temperature drops, our hands are the first things to get dry and sore. Thankfully there are some amazing hand creams on the market at the moment to soothe, nourish and repair skin. Click through this slideshow to check out my favourite six. Enjoy!

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Six Sensational Body Scrubs!

It's time for some Summer preening girls, and for many of you that means a good old scrub!
Six Sensational Body Scubs!

It's time for some Summer preening girls, and for many of you that means a good old scrub! Exfoliating body scrubs are a fantastic way to keep your skin healthy and smooth. They're great to use as a fake tan primer, removing all the dead skin cells so the tan lasts as long as possible. What's more many are beautifully moisturising. They're like having a treatment at home! This Summer there are some sensational products on the market, for every budget and taste. I've rounded up my six favourites around. Click through to check them out. Enjoy!

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Five Fab New Suncare Products for Summer!!

It's that time of year again girls!
Five Fab New Suncare Products for Summer!!

It's that time of year again girls! Summer holidays are being booked, sunny afternoons are being whiled away in the park. Meanwhile everyone, by fake, by instant, or sun bathing, is trying to create the perfect sun-kissed look. Personally, I'm a fake tan fan, but I know there are plenty of you who like to lap up the sun! Thankfully there are any aray of fabulous new suncare products this summer that apply beautifully while offering unbeatable protection. Check our my slideshow to see the best of the bunch. Enjoy!

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Little Black Book: Caudalie Vinothérapie Spa

In the French village of Martillac, just eight miles from Bordeaux, lies a charming white-washed country chateau amidst acres upon acres of grape vineyards called The Sources de Caudalie.

In the French village of Martillac, just eight miles from Bordeaux, lies a charming white-washed country chateau amidst acres upon acres of grape vineyards called The Sources de Caudalie. The hotel boasts 49 guest rooms, two restaurants and an incredible Vinothérapie Spa that incorporates actual grapes, vines, seeds and local spring water in their treatments.

Caudalìe launched in 1993 by a young couple, Bertrand and Mathilde Thomas who were passionate about starting a beauty brand. In a Bordeaux vineyard, they met pharmacy professor Dr. Vercauteren who revealed that grape seed oil is 10,000 times more powerful at fighting off free radicals than Vitamin E. Since it had already been established that free radicals are what causes premature signs of aging, the three got together to develop Caudalie.

Today, Caudalie has over 30 products in their range to help heal, soothe, smooth, de-wrinkle, firm, cleanse, tone, exfoliate and tan the skin. This is the first vinothérapie spa and the setting can't be beat. I got a facial and a massage and not only did I love the scent of each of the grape-infused products, but my skin looked instantly glowy and renewed. I didn't buy anything to take home, but, I did receive samples. I love this concept because now I can spend some time with the products before committing to buying anything. If you ever fancy a little wine and a relaxation, vinotherapy is the ultimate indulgence.

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