Ever feel like you are looking after everyone and everything, but somehow you are always last on your own list? You get up, get on with the day, answer the messages, sort the meals, go to work, look after the family, remember the appointments and tackle the never ending list of things that need doing. Before you know it, it is bedtime, you are absolutely shattered, and the things you wanted to do for yourself haven't happened Again! Somewhere along the way, looking after ours

There is something about autumn that makes you want to slow down a little. The mornings are cooler, the evenings are darker and suddenly we are reaching for jumpers, cosy socks and the heating again. After the rush of summer, it can also be a good time to reset some of our everyday routines. Looking after yourself doesn't have to mean completely changing your lifestyle or spending lots of money. Sometimes the smallest things can make the biggest difference. Here are 10 simple

September can be a funny old month, can't it? One minute we are enjoying the lighter days of summer, and the next we are trying to remember school routines, finding jumpers that have somehow disappeared and wondering how the evenings are suddenly getting darker. It can feel like the year is quietly changing direction. The pace of summer starts to fade, plans shift and those small signs of autumn begin to appear. Rather than treating September as another month to catch up, per

When do you usually book a beauty appointment? Perhaps it's before a holiday, a wedding, a birthday or a night out or maybe it's when Christmas is approaching or you have got an important event coming up. There is absolutely nothing wrong with that but I've been thinking lately about how often we treat beauty appointments as something we need to have a reason for. As though we need somewhere to go, someone to see or something special happening before we are allowed to book on

I think we can all agree that this summer has been a bit of a scorcher! After that heatwave, plenty of sunshine, hot nights and the general busyness that comes with summer, you might be starting to notice that your skin, nails, hands and feet aren't quite feeling like themselves anymore. Summer can be wonderful, but it can also be surprisingly hard on us from head to toe and now that September has arrived, it's a really good time to take a little look at what your body might

When was the last time you had a whole hour where nobody needed anything from you? I mean a proper hour. Not an hour where you are trying to squeeze in the washing, answer a few messages and mentally plan everything you need to do tomorrow. An hour where you don't have to be Mum, partner, business owner, employee, taxi driver, organiser, cleaner or the person who seems to know where absolutely everything in the house is. Just you. For so many of us, that kind of time is surpr

September has almost arrived and with it comes that familiar feeling of a fresh start. The summer holidays are winding down, the school runs are returning, routines are being rebuilt and we are slowly remembering what day of the week it is again! For many of us, summer is all about fitting around everyone else - holidays, days out, children at home, family plans, late nights and a routine that seems to disappear completely. Although summer can be wonderful, it can also leave

As temperatures rise, many women notice they are feeling more tired, uncomfortable and drained than the men around them. If that's you, it's not just in your head. Biology plays a big part in how we cope with heat. Women are built differently and that affects how we stay cool. Our bodies are incredibly clever at regulating temperature, but women and men don't do it in exactly the same way. Women generally have a higher percentage of body fat than men. Fat acts as an insulator

Have you ever wondered why your gel manicure lasted four weeks one time but only two or three the next? Or why your skin suddenly feels oilier during summer? As a beauty therapist, these are some of the questions I'm asked most often. The good news is that many of the answers are completely normal and often have nothing to do with the treatment itself. Here are a few beauty facts that might surprise you… Why Doesn't My Gel Manicure Always Last the Same Length of Time? No two

Summer is one of my favourite times of year. The days are longer, the gardens are blooming, holidays are on the horizon and we spend more time outdoors enjoying the sunshine. While summer is wonderful, it can also be surprisingly tough on our nails. Many of us are busier than ever during the warmer months. We are gardening, tackling DIY projects, swimming, spending time outdoors and washing our hands more often after days out or messy jobs. All of these little everyday activi

When the temperatures rise, it's easy to focus on enjoying the sunshine and forget that our bodies can quickly become tired, dehydrated and overwhelmed by the heat. A heatwave can you leave you feeling drained if you are working, running around after family, gardening or simply trying to sleep at night. A few simple changes can help you stay comfortable, protect your health and make the most of the warmer weather. Keep Hydration Simple One of the biggest mistakes people make

Summer sounds lovely in theory, doesn’t it? Longer days, sunshine, BBQs, holidays, garden parties and sandals. Then reality hits, suddenly there are feet that haven’t seen daylight since September, nails trying to survive gardening, cleaning and everyday life, remembering to put SPF on after you have already been outside for three hours, gardens that somehow become a full time commitment and an invisible pressure to suddenly feel summer ready. Nobody really talks about how mu

Have you ever noticed how June suddenly sneaks up on us? One minute you are still in trainers, throwing a jumper on and pretending summer is ages away…then suddenly someone mentions a BBQ, a holiday, a wedding or a weekend away and you think - “Oh … maybe I should sort myself out a bit.” It is funny how this time of year suddenly makes us notice all the little things. Feet that have not seen daylight since last summer. Nails that could do with some TLC. Skin feeling a bit tir

Have you ever got to this time of year and thought “Why do I still feel tired? It is sunny, surely I should feel more energetic?” It is funny because when spring arrives and the days get brighter, many of us expect to suddenly feel refreshed, motivated and full of energy. But in reality? Lots of people feel a little tired, a bit run down, more mentally full than usual and sometimes we don’t even realise why. Spring and early summer can actually feel busier. As soon as the wea

As the seasons change and we move into spring, many people start to notice their skin looking and feeling a little different. After months of cold weather, indoor heating and less sunlight, it is very common for the skin to feel dull, dry or just not quite as fresh as it did before winter. This is completely normal, your skin is simply responding to seasonal changes. Understanding what is happening beneath the surface can help you support your skin in the right way and bring

If you are anything like most women I see, your feet are the last thing on the list. They are tucked away in socks, squeezed into shoes and just expected to get on with it through school runs, workdays, long walks, standing in the kitchen… everything. Until one day you notice they feel dry, a bit sore, maybe your heels are rough and you think "I really should do something about that.” A pedicure is not just a cosmetic nice to have, it is one of the simplest ways to look after

Life can feel full on at times. Between work, family, responsibilities and everything in between, it’s easy to keep going without really noticing how much pressure you are under. April is Stress Awareness Month and it’s a gentle reminder to pause, check in with yourself and recognise when your mind and body might be asking for a little more care. What Causes Stress? Stress looks different for everyone, but for many women, it builds up gradually through everyday life. Common c

Spring is such a funny time for our skin…One minute it feels like we are stepping into sunshine and lighter days and the next we have got chilly winds, dull grey skies and that “coat back on again” feeling. And your skin? It feels it all. If you have noticed your skin looking a bit different lately, you are not imagining it. Why does my skin feel dry but also a bit oily? This is one of the most common things I am seeing at this time of year. Spring weather can be a bit all ov

Wellness is not just a trend or a luxury reserved for special occasions. It is something we all need, at every stage of life. No matter your age, lifestyle or daily routine, taking care of your wellbeing plays a huge role in how you feel, function and show up in your everyday life. But what does wellness actually mean and why is it so important? What Is Wellness? Wellness is about more than just looking after your physical health. It is the balance of - Your body Your mind Yo

There is something about this time of year that makes people want a fresh start. The days are getting longer, the sun appears a little more often and suddenly we start noticing things we ignored all winter - hands that feel dry, skin that looks a bit dull, nails that have been hidden under gloves for months and shoulders that feel tight from busy days and cold weather. After winter, it is completely normal to feel like you need a bit of a reset. Nothing dramatic, just small t