Ageing is all part of life’s rich tapestry…. For those of us who want to chase the shadows here are a few tricks how to cheat age with makeup.

Valentine’s day often poses the question of what to wear, how to style your hair and do your makeup, after all we all want to dress to impress and to look our very best for a romantic candle lit dinner.

It’s January again, the time of good intentions and healthy ‘New Year’ resolutions. After the hectic build up to Christmas, shopping, washing and cooking for an endless stream of family, friends and neighbourly visitors throughout Christmas, I daresay like myself you are exhausted.

It’s amazing to think that statistically one in three women will not step out of the front door without wearing makeup. Makeup is like a second skin, our own personal armoury, as many of us will dab on a quick bit of lippie before facing the world...

Glitter! Dazzle the night away...This year it’s your turn to shine and look a million dollars at the Christmas party… the moment you walk in the room.

False eyelashes are in, celebrities Jesse Jay, Adele, Lady Gaga, Cheryl Cole, Nicola Roberts, Nadine Coyle set this winters false eyelash trend.

Makeup is like a second skin, often worn to hide a multitude of skin problems... Find out more about the alternatives

Returning to work as a mum can be overwhelming and scary. Before you know it your confidence has withered away and suddenly you’re catapulted back into the working world.