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Beauty

Luxury Facial with Blush & Glow, Southwold

January 14, 2019

When I was invited to Blush & Glow Beauty Boutique in Southwold, I could hardly refuse. January is a month of grey days, dark mornings and tired looking skin after the festivities of the Christmas period. I think we all suffer a little from Seasonal Affective Disorder, that desire to close ourselves from the world and hibernate, ideally waking up in Spring like the garden hedgehog. Lets face it, thats not reality. Instead we strive to engulf ourselves in ‘feel-good’ factors {that don’t involve copious amounts of Bailey’s on ice and Christmas pudding with as much brandy butter one could physically consume!} For me, exercise and self care is my January prescription.

Blush and Glow is a new luxury Beauty Boutique based in the picturesque, quintessential, famous chic seaside town of Southwold in Suffolk. Renowned for its beach lined beach huts, The Swan Hotel and bespoke shopping.

 

With beautiful {very inst friendly} interiors and three beautiful treatment rooms, the salon oozes elegance and class. In fact I could hardly believe what was hidden behind the pretty pick door off the high street.

 

Their ethos is ‘Enhancing your own natural beauty, not covering up. Helping you be your own kind of beautiful’ ‘ sums up nicely the professional approach I received in the salon.

I selected the Luxury Facial which is 75 minutes long {indulgent I know!} I wasn’t quite prepared for how utterly relaxing and rejuvenating this was going to be {and I’ve had a few facials over the years} Using the award winning REN Clean Skincare, the facial really was special; smelling divine. Each stage of the facial was given with so much care and time, I battled keeping my eyes open {although I am a great fan of the afternoon power-nap, finding the time to do this is tricky; honestly the struggle is real} Afterwards, I felt uplifted, glowing and revitalised. Best prescribed as a course of treatments, fortnightly or monthly ideally, I felt even as a one off my skin really did shout “Hooray”. Such a treat for tired skin.

Offering a range of treatments, from facials to hands and feet, waxing, tanning and body care, brows and lashes, makeup and bespoke spa packages, the salon owner Chelsea has created a haven for the discerning; whatever your age.

I will certainly be back, probably for a pedicure next, my winter feet have seen better days…..

As always, feel free to ask me any questions and I will endeavour to answer!

Here’s to a GLOWING January ✨

Emily x

*This post was sponsored by Blush and Glow Beauty Boutique.

 

Beauty

A New Start with Dermalogica Skin Care

January 4, 2019

I have a feeling January is going to encourage predominately a skin care theme over on the blog. After the over indulgence, a few too many prosecco’s and a string of late nights I think it would be fair to say, my skin has taken a bit of a beating. I, for one feel I need that ‘pick me up’ regime to encourage a winter glow. I was lucky enough to be gifted a chemical peel a few weeks back and although I’ve found the results to be really I’m impressive I’m aware that this needs to be backed up with a good daily skin care regime.

I am no skin care professional, nor would I be in a position to recommend a regime, but what I can do is advise from my own personal experience from brands that are accessible by all of us.

It’s important that a regime is tailored especially for you and your skin type. Mine fluctuates from oily to combination, depending on the season. Although I have suffered in the past from rosacea, I can finally say now in my mid thirties I suffer from very few breakouts.

Dermalogica kindly gifted to me four key products, with an understanding of my skin type.

Pre-cleanse

I will now never under-estimate the power of a Pre-cleanse. This product is designed to melt away the layers of excess oil, sunscreen, waterproof makeup, environmental pollutants and residule products that build up on the skin throughout the day. Im a huge fan. Ultra easy to use I found this product to be a quick pre-clean fix to use with a very easy pump action nozzle. You only need a very small amount, so lasts ages.

Daily Microfoliant

This gentle brightening polisher is unlike anything I have ever used before.  Its powder based and to use you have to dispense half a teaspoon into wet hands {which can be fiddly} As apposed to many other exfoliators, which are designed to be used 2/3 times a week, this one is daily use. Almost like a daily polish for the skin. Removing debris and smoothing skin, I really loved the feeling of this product on the skin. It most certainly brightened my complexion and allowed more of an even surface for makeup application.

Special Cleansing Gel

My favourite product from the collection, hugely refreshing, removing all impurities and most certainly maintained a moisture balance in my skin, without drying it out or encouraging extra oil production. Extremely lightweight, the power of the calming Balm Mint and Lavender really do work well to harmonise and soothe the skin. Also completely gluten free and vegan, cruelty free and containing zero artificial fragrances and colourings. Winner for me!

Skin Smoothing Cream

THIS. Such a beautiful moisturiser. Infusing the skin with 48 hrs hydration and protecting against environmental stress, I loved this. Featuring a state of the art complex that works on a molecular level to help reduce trans-epidermal water loss and infusing the skin with the moisture it needs. This time of the year can be so drying for my skin, especially when the heating is blasting out!

Overall, for me, a great introduction to the Dermalogica regime, four products that I have been very impressed with and would most certainly buy.

So my TOP TIPS for encouraging great skin in January?

REMOVE your makeup however tired or tipsy you are!

For QUICK removal of makeup use the pre-cleanse balm, even removes waterproof mascara, eyelash glue from false lashes and lipstick!

DRINK plenty of water (one thing I’m working hard at getting better at!)

Im planning a couple of facials this month too, such a great way to unwind but also a fabulous treat for your skin.

Happy ‘skin rejuvenating’ and as always feel free to ask me an questions and i’ll endeavour to answer.

Emily x

*This post is sponsored by Dermalogica UK.

 

 

 

 

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