Beauty Cult

Figs & Rouge lip, face, hand & body balms

2012-01-09T16:50:00.006Z

I love a general purpose balm and my daughter is a big lip balm fan, so I was very pleased to receive two Figs & Rouge balms in the post for review. Figs & Rouge balms are organic, petroleum free and really moisturise the skin - I've used mine on dry patches such as elbows and fingers as well as lips. Plus the retro packaging is really very lovely. Being the daughter of a beauty journalist, my

Life got in the way: An apology

2011-12-14T18:50:00.002Z

I've neglected my blog. I've neglected by blog so much I'm ashamed of myself. To cut a long and tedious story short, this last 6 months have been manic. But next year is looking more settled, bright and organised. So I will get back to this. I promise. x

Skin Science - Lunchbreak Lift

2011-07-06T14:36:00.003+01:00

I really loved the Skin Science products I tested recently, so I'm happy to report that on 17th, 18th and 19th July the Skin Science Lunchbreak Lift facial is available in Harvey Nichols, Knightsbridge, London. It's a 30min treatment which promises to leave skin energised, plumped, lifted and glowing - and all for only £30 which is redeemable against any Skin Science products purchased on the

Customer service: or what to expect when things go wrong

2011-07-04T12:27:00.002+01:00

Sometimes, in the world of hair (and beauty), stuff goes wrong. There are many reasons. People make mistakes. We have nasty reactions to things we had no idea could be a problem. We forget to disclose every other treatment we’ve had to the stylist - the list goes on. But this post isn’t about blame; it’s about customer service, because for me, a truly great salon is one that knows how to handle

Priori Advanced AHA Daily Defense SPF30

2011-06-21T12:59:00.001+01:00

I'm always on the look out for a daily face cream with a high SPF. My requirements are: Not too greasy Doesn't give me spots Isn't jam packed full of chemicals Doesn't give me sore red patches Doesn't leave a white residue Doesn't cost as much as a weekend break. Lately, even creams that I used to like have given me problems, I recently re-puchased Origins A Perfect World SPF 25, which I used

YOUTH - supplements to help stop ageing, by Dr Sister

2011-06-20T13:36:00.003+01:00

Regular readers will recognise the name Dr Daniel Sister as being my go-to man for ahem, let's called it 'aesthetic maintenance'. He's a very respected doctor, who specialises in non-invasive cosmetic procedures, from injectables to peels, hormone balancing to lipotherapy. He's utterly honest and trustworthy, with a reputation for not going ahead with procedures he things unnecessary - a

Miracle product: Dr Lewinn's Renunail

2011-06-16T19:10:00.000+01:00

It's rare that I rave about a product quite this much, but this particular product is truly fabulous. My nails were going through a scrappy phase. Breaking, flaking, never getting to any length. Generally looking sad and uncared for, no matter how much effort I went to. But this all changed with, quite honestly, the very best nail product I have ever tried. Dr Lewinn's Renunail Nail

Paul Mitchell giveaway!

2011-06-16T16:32:00.007+01:00

It's time for a summer giveaway!The lovely people at Paul Mitchell Luxury Hair Care are offering 5 lucky Beauty Cult readers a set of holiday style essentials worth a whopping £24.99! Packed in the limited edition drawstring wash bag (very handy for your holidays) is Shampoo One® for a gentle tropical wash, The Conditioner™ for multi-use leave-in moisture (a great summer product), Soft

Can this beard trimmer handle Mr Beauty Cult's beard?

2011-06-09T18:53:00.002+01:00

I like a hairy man, and luckily Mr Beauty Cult has a fair bit of facial hair, which over the years has developed from rock star side-burns, through to designer stubble and on to his current, rather dashing, short beard. The thing with a short beard (I've learnt this through hearing his almost daily rants) is that it takes maintenance. And as with any beauty task, maintenance requires the right

My oh my another luxury brand that I love - Skin Science

2011-05-24T14:48:00.001+01:00

It's been a long time since I've risked a new moisturiser, I'm not a girl who takes skincare risks easily, and let's face it, every time you try a new skincare product there's a little bit of risk involved. Skin Science is a new brand from Norway, which is said to be inspired by the marine life along the country's Arctic coastline. It contains ingredients which scientists claim have a radical

Origins gift set - fab purchase!

2011-05-17T11:36:00.001+01:00

I wandered into Harrods the other day in search of an Origins moisturiser with high SPF. I went for A Perfect World Age-defense with SPF 25, as I've used it before, it's just about the highest SPF I can tolerate with getting a nasty rash. Now usually I come away from beauty counters having spent three times as much as I thought I'd spend. But not today. The lovely, if slightly overly made up

Decleor Expression De L'Age Relaxing Eye Cream

2011-04-27T14:57:00.000+01:00

This is a lesson in NOT listening to the lady behind the counter. I LOVE this eye cream. I've raved about it many times before. However, recently when I went to buy some more, it was out of stock. So I allowed myself to be convinced that Decleor's Experience De L'Age Triple Action Eye and Lip Cream was even better. Big mistake. It's not better at all. It's not terrible, but it's not half the

Jack Howard: Hair genius

2011-04-06T16:31:00.000+01:00

Recently I was moaning about my hair on Twitter. There's nothing unusual in this, apart from this time someone listened, and that someone was hair genius Jack Howard. Jack felt he could help my dry, frazzled hair, so I promptly turned up at his salon the following week and put my hair in his hands. With over 25years experience in salons, Jack has spent the last 17years in America, working with

Paul Mitchell Awapuhi Wild Ginger

2011-03-25T14:24:00.000Z

My hair is shocking. I won't go into detail here, because frankly I've ranted about it enough already. Let's just say I'm always on the look out for products that will breathe life back into my stressed, frazzled locks. This new range from Paul Mitchell promises to do just that. The key ingredient here is the awapuhi, which is a type of ginger plant found commonly through India, Polynesia and

A chance to meet Space NK's founder!

2011-03-17T11:58:00.000Z

We all love Space NK. I never fail to get a little bit excited when I visit a store, and I know most of my readers share that feeling, so the chance to meet the founder is a great opportunity. Nicky Kinnaird, founder of Space NK, is visiting the UK to make some rare public appearances at selected Space NK stores over the next few weeks....and what's better she'll help you

What do I want for mothers day? Frontcover Rainbow Eyes

2011-03-02T17:37:00.000Z

Mothers day presents aren't always up to much. I know, I know, it's the thought that counts. And yes, I AM an ungrateful mother, but how many jewellery boxes made out of old tissue boxes does a woman need? If you want to truly impress your mum this Mothers Day (yes I mean you Bonnie, I know you're reading this), then pop down to Boots and buy her the Rainbow Eyes Reborn set. It's 25 eye colours

Confessions of a (nearly) 40 year old: Botox

2011-02-28T12:49:00.000Z

It's my last week of being a 30-something, so I thought I'd make a confession. I've been having Botox for around 4 years now, and you know what? it's bloody great. In my mid 30's I developed deep frown lines between my eyebrows. Yes I know, just stopping frowning and squinting may have helped, but I'm not great with will power, and by the time I realised how miserable the lines were making me,

All For Eve

2011-02-22T17:00:00.000Z

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TommyGuns Jasmine & Wild Nettle Range

2011-02-17T13:16:00.001Z

I've bored you all for too long about my dry hair, so I'll cut to the chase on this one. TommyGuns Jasmine & Wild Nettle is developed for thirsty, dry, undernourished, or coloured hair, so for me (with all of those problems) it was definitely worth a shot. The problem with most shampoos for dry hair is that they give me a greasy scalp. It doesn't go hand-in-hand that if your hair is dry so is

Boo Boo Velvet Hands

2011-02-15T16:45:00.001Z

Burt's Bees & Alex Monroe support British Beekeepers

2011-02-14T11:26:00.002Z

Regular readers will know I'm a huge fan of Alex Monroe jewellery. I love designs that are inspired by nature, yet have a truly modern original feel. I always keep a look out for new Alex Monroe designs, so I was very excited when a press released popped into my inbox announcing a collaboration between Alex Monroe and Burt’s Bees to further the cause of the British Beekeepers Association (BBKA).

Miracle product: Aromatherapy Associates Deep Relax Bath & Shower Oil

2011-02-10T19:03:00.002Z

I'm not moaning (well just a little), but my life can be a bit stressful. Like most women my age I juggle. I run my own business, have a young child, do voluntary work, plus I'm in charge of all the usual house/life admin. So it's not surprising that sometimes I find it hard to relax. There's nothing like a deep, relaxing bath to help you wind down, but since discovering Aromatherapy Associates

Organic Surge Colour Protect

2011-02-09T13:23:00.000Z

I love Organic Surge. In a nutshell they're affordable products that aren't full of chemicals and are made by a company with a conscience. And they work. Read my last Organic Surge post for more background on the brand. <!--[if

Elemis Melting Cleansing Gel

2011-02-09T12:54:00.000Z

I never feel that my face is clean unless water has been splashed on it, so I hate cleansers you remove with cotton wool and always favour those that need a muslin cloth and water. My favourite cleanser of all time is Eve Lom, a close second is Karin Herzog's Professional Cleanser. But now Elemis have brought out a contender with their new product, Melting Cleansing Gel. It's a similar

Miracle product: Golden Silk Oil

2011-01-27T15:42:00.002Z

I like a multi-tasking natural product, so I was keen to try Golden Silk Oil, which claims it can be used on the face, hands, body and hair. It's natural camellia oil, extracted from camellia flowers; though don't be mistaken into thinking it smells floral, as it has virtually no fragrance. Camellia oil has been used by the Japanese for centuries, and as well as healing the skin, it's claimed