As much as we may covet luxury beauty products and treat ourselves from time to time, it isn't essential to spend a fortune when curating an effective, comprehensive routine. When splashing out on prestige products, you're often paying a premium for flashy branding, clever marketing gimmicks and huge brand markups, but cheaper alternatives can perform just as impressively. Knowing where to save money is key, but you shouldn't have to compromise on quality.
As much as I love the balmy warmth of summer, al fresco dining with a crisp drink and longer days spent soaking up the sunshine, I'm more than ready to leave the extended heatwaves behind and head into my favourite half of the year. The transition from summer to autumn not only brings with it cosy film nights, whipped cream hot chocolates and layered, textural styling, but it also signals the need for a skincare reset and makeup update to ready ourselves for the harsher weather ahead.
We still want the hydrated, glowing skin of summer, but shifting to a more nourishing skincare regimen is a must to protect our skin barriers from cooler climes. Radiant, perfected makeup that enhances rather than masks our natural beauty remains the goal, but longer-lasting formulas are needed to withstand autumn's changeable conditions. Fortunately, Very offers a vast array of premium brands and hero products that can help us to switch up our beauty routines for the new season with ease.
A lasting relationship isn't just about showering your other half with gifts. Getting it right also means picking out items that reflect your shared story and evoke a combination of emotions. Often, you can do this without spending a great deal of money - what matters is the symbolism at play. For some, this comes naturally; for others, a little bit of forethought is required.
Second-hand fashion has shed its thrifty image to become one of the most exciting movements in style today. Once seen as a compromise, buying pre-owned is now a confident choice prized for its sustainability, character and value. From vintage clothing to fine jewellery, more people than ever are discovering that the best pieces often already exist. Here is why second-hand style deserves a place in your wardrobe.
Following on from my How to Maintain Flawless Fake Tan on Holiday: Initial Prep & Application post, we're now moving to the second part of my holiday tanning guide - maintenance. Okay, so you've prepped your skin thoroughly, you've applied your initial layer of self tan and you're looking and feeling great. To avoid losing all of your fresh golden colour within a couple of days of sun, sea and sand (which has happened to me on numerous holidays previously), there are a few crucial rules for you to follow.
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