by xpat | Aug 20, 2026 | Beauty
A couple of years ago, I was introduced to Jurlique’s skincare at a product launch for the Herbal Recovery range, held at the Sea Containers Spa in London. The recovery blend was designed to protect skin from environmental stressors. I especially liked the Herbal...
by xpat | Jun 22, 2026 | Beauty
Second heatwave alert. Europe is blazing. The UK will have its fair share of the heat, which means more showers. I find that when it’s very hot, I don’t want any skincare or perfume that’s too sweet. Overly sweet scents on hot skin can become cloying. Instead, I...
by xpat | Jun 13, 2026 | Beauty
What are your plans for the summer? City getaway? Road trippin’ or cruisin’? Whatever you’re up to, there’s no denying we ladies luv our products to keep us crisp in IRL and for the gram. I confess, I’ve upped ante on self-care and embraced scent layering. So I’m...
by xpat | Jun 14, 2025 | Beauty
Melaninated skin is prone to hyperpigmentation. Hyperpigmentation occurs for various reasons. In my experience, it happened because of acne scarring and sometimes as a reaction to harsh skincare. I am not a fan of bleaching products, so I allow the marks to fade...
by xpat | Jan 20, 2025 | Beauty
Something about oils conjures up the feeling of easy luxury. Think about it—it’s slippy and runny. You have to take time and be intentional about applying it. In the fast-paced modern world, time is priceless. Therefore, spending precious time slowly and intentionally...
