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Skincare and Hair Favourites
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items A huge skincare enthusiast. Both high street and high end brands. These recommendations won't disappoint.
A fab product for dry skin.
Containing Omega-3 fatty acids and vitamins A, D, and E, this really adds moisture to your skin. I leave it on overnight and my skin feels so hydrated the next morning.
Origins Drink Up™ Intensive Overnight Hydrating Mask with Avocado ...
Great for hydration and protecting the skin barrier especially if you're using strong acne treatments like Tretinoin on your face. This is a game changer for keeping that dry flaky skin at bay!
La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Baume B5
This L’Occitane shower oil is A recent purchase. The oil transforms into a foam. With sweet almond oil, grapeseed oil and vitamin E to moisturise, hydrate and nourish dry skin. Perfect to use in the harsh winter weather.
L'Occitane Almond Shower Oil 250ml
This 0.03% Retinal serum will smooth wrinkles, brighten dark spots and firm your skin . Help keep your skin youthful and radiant. Available in 6 strengths, recommended to start low and work your way up depending on your skin’s tolerance .
Medik8 Crystal Retinal
I always take this on holiday to help my skin look it’s best. Contains niacinamide, glycerin, hyaluronic acid reducing fine lines and pores, locks in moisture keeping you hydrated and glowing. Can use as an overnight mask or moisturiser in the day ti...
Summer Fridays Jet Lag Mask
Containing collagen peptides, niacinamide, Hyaluronic Acid; this face mask will not only hydrate, but minimise pores and firm your skin. You can use it during the day leaving it on for 3-4 hours or use overnight so you wake up with radiant skin.
Biodance Bio Collagen-Real Deep Mask - hydrates and firms x 4
I’ve been having issues with spots lately. Medicube Zero Pore Pads have really helped. These facial pads are infused with Salicylic Acid(BHA) + AHA + pore care ingredients to help exfoliate dead skin cells, clear sebum, and minimize the look of pore...
Medicube Zero Pore Pad | Ulta Beauty
Recently discovered this brand. This is ideal for combination skin. Lightweight on the skin. Not only does it moisturise and minimize pores, it also rebalances oil.
Bubble Cloud Surf Moisturiser
Looking for affordable hydration? With hyaluronic acid, squalane and Red Algae Extract this lightweight moisturiser will leave your skin nourished.
Versed Skin Soak Moisturiser
A top selling product. This is a mist,serum ,setting spray in one. Used both in skincare and makeup.
Has dual-layer formula. The first serum layer is enriched with Niacinamide, Chia Seed, and White Truffles. The second layer is a blend of Avocado an...
d'alba Piedmont White Truffle Spray Serum
This is one of their best selling cleansers. I usually use this as my first cleanse. Quickly melts away make-up and the daily grime effortlessly. Contains ingredients that will nourish the skin and protect the skin barrier such as Padina pavocana and...
Elemis Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm 100g
If you’re having issues with acne retinoids like Adapalene help with closed comedones. Best to apply at night. They increase skin cell turnover so unclogging your pores giving you healthier clearer skin . Always use SPF with retinoids during the dayt...
Differin 0.1% Adapalene Acne Treatment Gel
A recent purchase. I love that it’s lightweight but still provides long-lasting hydration. It also soothes irritation, keeping your skin barrier healthy
AESTURA ATOBARRIER365 Cream with Ceramide
Cetaphil is one of my favourite affordable high street brands. This cream is great for dry skin. It contains niacinamide, panthenol and hydrating glycerin to nourish and improve the skin barrier Hydrates for 48 hours .
Cetaphil Moisturizing Body and Face Cream - 16oz
These are my go to pimple patches whenever a spot pops up. These hydrocolloid patches absorb the pimple gunk shrinking your pore and reducing redness overnight.
Hero Cosmetics Mighty Patch Original Acne Pimple Patches
This serum prevents thinning and reduces hair loss in up to 12 weeks. Contains aminexil, niacinamide and ginger extract to reinforce hair fibres. Use daily on dry or wet hair
L'Oreal Paris Elvive Growth Booster Scalp Serum, Anti Hair Loss ...
This hypochlorous facial spray offers antibacterial protection. It protects the skin barrier from pollutants and impurities and prevents breakouts. Can help in skin conditions such as rosacea and eczema too.
Clinisoothe+ Skin Purifier 100ML
If you’re a dry skin girlie like me this moisturises really well. Can be used as a make-up primer too. Absorbs really well keeping your skin hydrated and soft.
Embryolisse Lait-Crème Concentré Moisturiser 75ml
A best- seller for a good reason. This pre-shampoo conditioning treatment which contains castor oil, olive oil, elastin will leave your hair feeling hydrated, nourished, healthy and shiny. Definitely worth the purchase if you have dry frizzy hair.
Philip Kingsley Elasticizer Deep-Conditioning Treatment
Great for acne/blemish prone skin. Use once or twice weekly. Unclogs pores, controls oil, removes dead skin cells, while also reducing the appearance of blemishes and blackheads, giving clearer skin.
Paula's Choice SKIN PERFECTING 2% BHA Exfoliant
This fragrance brand does great deodorant, perfumes and body mists. These travel minis are ideal for your holidays to keep you smelling fresh all day
Paradise Skin Set - Travel Size Body Mists
One of my fave 2024 purchases. A refreshing spray which instantly hydrates. I use it every time after cleansing my face and immediately out of the shower before applying any cream moisturiser
Curel Deep Moisture Spray
One of my go to daily moisturisers. This is oil-free and contains niacinamide which can help calm the skin, reduce water loss and increase hydration skin. A lightweight non greasy formula which keeps my skin hydrated all day.
Moisturising Gel Cream - Byoma
Lightweight and absorbs easily. Use daily for less breakage and hair fall out. What I like about this serum is that it doesn’t leave your hair greasy.
Genesis Serum Fortifiant Hair Serum | Kérastase
Hyaluronic acid draws moisture into the skin for deeper hydration. Infused with squalane and niacinamide, this serum helps to quench your dry skin, giving you hydrated plump skin
elf Holy Hydration! Triple Bounce Serum, 1.0 fl oz
Satin scrunchies- less breakage tying your hair with these. Also help to keep your hair frizz free. These are the only ones I use for my hair now to keep it smooth
Assorted Satin Sleep Scrunchies
Super convenient , hygienic, single use face towels ideal for all skin types, to limit the transfer of bacteria to your clean skin, supporting a healthier skin barrier. You will notice a reduction in blemishes on your skin. These do a great job. A re...
Clean Skin Club Healthy Aging Towels XL, 50ct
Great price for 3. A repeat purchase for me. Always use this to remove make-up prior to washing. It’s non-irritating and removes makeup easily even mascara.
Garnier SkinActive Micellar Water 700ml x3
Containing honey, almond extracts, shea butter and coconut oil; this hand cream nourishes and protects dry hands
Shea Butter Hand Cream 150ml
Self- grip hair roller set. Easy to use and provide good volume. They come with hair clips and a storage bag.
PandyCare Hair Rollers Set 40 PCS No Heat
Great hair oil for dry hair. Not only does it hydrate, but it also smooths away frizz.
GISOU Honey Infused Hair Oil 20ml
One of my favourite oil-free moisturisers for combination skin. It absorbs quickly and is extremely lightweight.
Formulated without parabens or fragrances, giving you hydrated smooth skin.
Oil Free Moisturizer - Kate Somerville
If you don’t like re-applying lipstick throughout the day, this all day, transfer proof and waterproof lip stain is what you need. Leave on for 30s and remove with a damp tissue. The website will help you find a suitable shade , and it’s available in...
WONDER BLADING All-Day Lip Stain
Fresh. One of my favourite skincare brands. Not greasy or heavy at all. With hyaluronic acid and rose extract, this moisturiser not only hydrates and soothes your skin but it also strengthens the skin's barrier.
Rose Deep Hydration Moisturizer 50ml | Fresh US
Love this conditioner for my dry hair. Contains Argan Oil, Vitamins A and E and Red Algae. Not only does it have a lovely smell (spa like) it leaves my hair so soft too. First time buying it, this will definitely be a repeat purchase for me.
Moroccanoil Hydrating Conditioner 250ml
Another favourite for my dry lips. Containing coconut oil and Shea butter, this lip mask really boosts moisture levels leaving your lips super soft and hydrated in the morning.
Lip Sleeping Mask Nourish & Hydrate - Laneige
My hair had become quite dry and frizzy. This set is hydrating for dry hair. Leaves my hair feeling nice and soft too. My go to shampoo set for a few years now.
All Soft Duo: Shampoo & Conditioner | For Dry Hair - Redken
Gentle on the skin. A blend of natural omega oils leaving your skin soft. First purchased to help with my bumpy skin which I always get after waxing and it's been great. Another repeat purchase for me.
AMELIORATE Nourishing Body Wash 500ml
A good cleanser for blemish prone, oily skin. Lathers well and skin feels super clean after. Good price for 400mls. Lasts long as you don’t need to use a lot of product. A repeat purchase for me.
La Roche Posay Effaclar Foaming Gel 400ml
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As someone who has tried 100s of spf creams, this has got to be the best. Where others have been greasy or left a white cast; this is perfect. Protecting against both UVA and UVB, I find it extremely hydrating and love the fact it doesn't leave a whi...
SOS SPF 50 Sun Cream
Great serum for dry skin. This contain hyaluronic acid which provides long lasting moisture.
Vichy Mineral 89 Hyaluronic Acid Booster Serum 50ml
Last step in night-time skin care routine to lock in moisture.
Glides effortlessly onto the skin. I usually incorporate a face massage when applying this oil. Great for combination skin. Smells lovely too.
Lotus Purifying Face Treatment Oil for Oily Skin - Clarins
A detox mask to remove impurities. This mask felt very luxurious. Upon removal, my skin felt so fresh, smooth and CLEAN. It is a pricier product, but worth the money in my opinion.
Purifying Mask – Tata Harper Skincare
A gentle cleanser. I used this during a time when my skin barrier was compromised and it definitely helped to soothe my skin. With aloe Vera gel, cucumber extract and soy proteins, it's not stripping at all so very gentle on the skin. Another repeat ...
Soy pH-Balanced Hydrating Face Wash - Cleansers - Fresh
Used this for my dry skin when my skin barrier was compromised. It worked wonders at really adding that much needed moisture to my skin. Lightweight and hydrates really well. Initially purchased a travel size to test out and then re-
purchased the fu...
MALIN and GOETZ vitamin e face moisturiser
An old classic for dry skin. But I actually use this only for my LIPS! This is the best product to relieve chapped, cracked, dry lips. They do have a lip protectant product too, but I find this to be better.
Eight Hour® Cream Skin Protectant - Elizabeth Arden
If you're a dry skin girly like me, this hyaluronic acid based gel cream is hydrating and soothing. This has been a repeat purchase for me
A favourite to combat bumpy skin texture, which I always get after waxing, leaving my skin feeling smoother.