My Favourite Brightening Actives for Dry Skin

Can you have bright skin if it’s dry? That’s the question I’m going to be answering in today’s video. Dry skin is usually the result of genetics, something we’re born with. And it creeps in at m...

4 Actives That Treat Both The Signs of Ageing and Acne

It’s a real conundrum - you’re still getting hormonal breakouts on your chin every month. But you’re also aware that skin just isn’t as snappy as it used to be…..nor is it as bright or resistant t...

Why Ceramides are an ESSENTIAL part of your Skincare routine

Ceramides are a big buzzword in skincare But do you know why they’re important? Well, that’s because these are vital to healthy skin. Why are Ceramides important? Your skin’s epidermis - t...

How To Build An Active Body Skincare Routine

I’m a big believer in the idea that everything should match. When you look at a face, it’s natural to also inspect the neck, chest and limbs, areas of skin that are often casualties to incidental...

My Favourite Acne Treatments - Azelaic Acid

Oh, azelaic acid, how I love thee. No other active ingredient is so versatile and effective across so many different concerns, but one of its main benefits is in the treatment of acne. And cons...

My Favourite Acne Treatments - Adapalene (Differin)

Retinoid-obsessive, it’s no small thing that adapalene is my 2nd most prescribed in clinic. Why? Well, it's a 3rd generation synthetic retinoid. It’s been engineered to be less irritating and thu...

My Favourite Acne Treatments - Benzoyl peroxide

Acne is still the biggest beauty bugbear we face - and it needs special consideration as we head into cooler weather with the added hurdle of mask-wearing to negotiate. So I thought it the perfect...

Retinol, Retin-A and Retinoids - All You Need To Know About Vitamin A

Retinol, Retin-A and Retinoids - All You Need To Know About Vitamin A Interest in retinoids has never been higher. But with so much choice, it’s also never been more confusing - how do you go abo...

How To Choose The Right Skincare Ingredients For Your Concerns

It can be utterly daunting shopping skincare. Retinoids, acids, clean beauty, the things you mustn't use…...where on earth do you start? In this week’s video we look at the commonest skin compla...

Vitamin C - 8 Reasons Why I Love It!

We can’t talk about morning routines and not discuss vitamin C. It’s one of the star performers when it comes to building an impactful strategy against environmental insults. Dietary vitamin C i...

Bakuchiol - 10 Reasons Why I Love It!

Your morning routine is all about combating environmental aggressors and solving issues. And in this Ingredients spotlight I want to highlight the ingredients that I think really count when it com...

Niacinamide - 10 Reasons Why I Love it!

As we continue with this ingredient spotlight on your Morning Routine, it brings me nicely to Niacinamide (or Vitamin B3). I think you guys already know how much love I have for this ingredient....