I ran 15 miles for a mammogram - but why? This year marks four years since I was first diagnosed with breast cancer.  And since being so unbelievably fortunate to make it through I've had a mammogram every year to check all is well. And indeed it was while sat in the chemotherapy ward being pumped full of drugs back in 2015 that I decided should I make it I'd do all I can to help you look and feel great no matter what and indeed raise money to help...

If you've ever had red cheeks, forehead, chin and noticed dilated blood vessels and little spots then you've probably faced ROSACEA! And you're not alone! Quite what causes it isn't fully understood. And, while I can't promise to help you completely beat it, here are some tips to help: Cleanse your face very gently twice a day. You may understandably avoid cleansing as your skin is irritated. So choose a mild non-soap cleanser, gently cleanse, rinse and gently pat dry. Moisturise every day. Whether rosacea makes your skin dry or oily,...

Here comes the end of the year. The perfect time to slow down and reflect on the past months to reconnect with your true self. Yet for many, the Christmas season is a stressful time! Shopping, flashing lights, family ‘fun’, parties and more … The change in the wind and sun temperature also causes oil glands to become inactive and produce less moisture than usual. All of this leads to skin ailments like minor wrinkles, scaling, itching, chapping and eczema. So rejuvenate and restore your wellbeing this winter with a few...

Yesterday I was sat on the bus. Not quite as 'Ab-Fab' as some may think I am! And there's nothing wrong with that; I love the bus! We should all of course share transport more often and help cut our carbon footprint. But here's what I want to talk about. A young girl, all of 17 got on the bus. Very pretty young girl, gorgeous lovely long wavy, waist length hair. But something caught my eye. You see she was wearing a lot, and I mean a LOT of makeup. So much makeup...

Can you imagine the disappointment? We wash, condition, brush and dry Matilda’s hair before bed (she’s 7) yet the moment she wakes up it’s ‘POOF’! A tangled stress-bomb! She takes after me! I’ve battled with my hair for nearly 4 decades! And I mean literally battled!!! LOL And I bet you face a similar never-ending dilemma trying to find the right hair products for YOUR hair?! Some claim to give you the BEST volume but leave you with limp, greasy hair. Some claim to instantly smooth and straighten but 5...

Your eyebrows are super important for looking wide awake and youthful. So if you'd like the secrets to perfect eyebrows then keep reading. One of the biggest self-confidence bashing parts of the chemotherapy I faced to beat breast cancer was losing my eyebrows! Looks aren’t everything and indeed how attractive you are is as much (if not more) to do with your inner person BUT, there’s no skipping around the fact that certain things can knock your self-confidence. So I had to be pretty creative with the old eyebrow pencil! And...

As soon as the sun shows his smiley face and the temperature is above 15 degrees Henry can’t wait to roll out our jetski for a day of sea, splashing fun and frolics. He’s lost most of his hair (he says that makes him more manly ... ... ) so wears a hat but a day at the beach for me and if I’m not careful the sun, sea, sand and water would mean dry, brittle, frizzy hair! You know you need to protect your skin with sunscreen but your...

Ever feel a little sluggish in the morning? I know I can! A cold shower and a cup of coffee might do the trick…but having a productive day calls for something more powerful… a lifestyle change! There are few different ways to keep consistent energy throughout the day…depending on how much you sleep, stress levels, age or any medical concern. The following habits will help you reach your optimal energy levels…so you don’t miss out on the important things in life! 1. Eat Right You’ve heard it before but I...

The royal wedding is ALMOST here! There’s so much excitement in the air, can you feel it? What will Meghan wear. Will it be a classic dress or something with a modern twist? Meghan and Harry are doing a great job to continue to have modernise traditions in the royal family ... perhaps  the dress will be something we haven’t seen before?! With billions viewing one thing is for sure .. it's going to be exciting!  So where do YOU come in all this? Well with plenty of weddings around the corner,...

 Wearing too much makeup on a daily basis WILL clog your pores and can speed up ageing. Even worse, there are ingredients you'll want to avoid. It's not your fault they're in so many products and you deserve to know about them. Here are three on my 'no, no' list  of ingredients to avoid: Mineral OilsEssentially a “filler” in most base products…like foundations, creams and primers. Mineral Oil has been linked to clogging pores. If you have issues with acne, whiteheads, blackheads and breakouts…you might want check your skincare!This ingredient prevents the skin to...