the beauty staples on my dressing room table right now…
Getting to try and share so many beautiful products is part of my job that I never take for granted. With that in mind, now that Evergreen has officially been handed in (!) I thought it was about time I did a comprehensive breakdown of the beauty staples on my dressing room table right now.
From the shower gel and body oil that I’m currently swooning over to my everyday lip balms and perfume I’m reaching for as the seasons gear up to change, you’ll find the best of the best below.
PS. I’ll do a separate post for the contents in my make-up bag in the coming weeks!
The body oil
It’s weird, in the past I’ve avoided using body oils as moisturisers as I always end up feeling greasy, not moisturised! That being said, this body oil from Patisserie is the exception and leaves my skin feeling nourished and smooth. It’s heavily scented too so adds an additional layer of fragrance.
The perfume
At this time of year, when the height of summer has been and gone but it feels too soon to lean into autumn, ‘Rose De Grasse’ from Aerin steps in and bridges the seasons with ease. It feels fresh and classic (not ‘granny rose!’) and would work year round.
The suncream
Ladies and gentlemen, allow me to present the Aston Martin of sun creams right here! I’ve been a Lancaster customer since I was little. They’ve blended luxurious formulas with ultimate performance perfectly. It smells heavenly too.
The shower gel
I always get so excited about using this shower gel when I’m at Soho Farmhouse so decided to take the plunge and bring that happiness home with me. (A welcomed treat given that I usually use Sanex’s sensitive shower gel!) So far, zero regrets. It’s the perfect way to start my day.
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The hand and nail oil
You can use this nourishing oil all over but I’m mainly using it on my cuticles and nails right now. Designed to take you on a sensory journey to Brazil with its all-natural ingredients, it’s uplifting, fast-absorbing and gets to work immediately on restoring my hands!
The shampoo and conditioner
I’ve got my whole team addicted to Hairburst these days because their products really do work. I’m currently using their curly shampoo and conditioner and it’s bringing out my natural waves. It also happens to be the only shampoo and conditioner brand that’s never irritated my scalp or left me feeling flakey. Zero itch. Lots of volume! What’s not to love?
The hair treatments
Ever since I had my hair cut with Michael Van Clarke, I’ve been using the 3 inches pre-wash treatment before shampooing and conditioning my hair and following up with the 3 inches leave-in conditioner. I spoke about it in a recent video but I’ve not felt this good about my hair in a long time. If you’re looking for products that nourish, naturally strengthen and thicken your hair, look no further. I’ve been converted.
The cleanser
I was gifted a travel size sample of this cleanser and fell head over heels in love with it. It gently exfoliates, leaves my skin feeling clean but not dry. You need a minuscule amount so it lasts for ages too.
The micellar water
This stuff is amazing. I use it on pads after cleansing to remove the final mascara residue from my eyes and it’s so gentle and soothing on the skin. A little goes a long way.
The All-Over Cream
You didn’t think I’d leave this out did you?! My go-to for dry skin, for the past goodness knows how long! My eyes always react badly to eyeshadow so after wearing it a few days ago, I’ve been using this on my eyelids to soothe the flare up. It’s an all rounder though so I always make sure that I have a tube nearby.
The lip balms
The Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour is my ‘everyday nourishment’ choice of lip balm as it’s gentle, moisturising and keeps chapped lips at bay. I use By Terry’s Baume De Rose when I’m in need of a lip balm to wear over lip liner though. Like the former, it’s extremely nourishing but has the added bonus of keeping lip make up in place.
The face moisturiser
I love how this feels on my skin each morning. It instantly hydrates my skin, visibly helps to smooth fine lines and has provided a welcomed sense of plumpness to my skin. Just remember to add a layer of SPF as the last layer of your skincare when using as retinol increases skin cells’ vulnerability in the sun. When used correctly, it’s the perfect face moisturiser.
The bespoke skincare
There’s no denying that Skin + Me works. Like Hairburst, I’ve converted so many friends to their incredible skincare because its tailor made to suit our individual needs… and works. Use LYDIAEM to get your first Daily Doser for £4.99 – you can thank me later…! I’m currently using their serum and moisturiser before bed.
The candle
And finally, right now, this rose candle from Holland Cooper is sitting pretty on my dressing room table too! Not a beauty product but it sure looks pretty! It smells like a calming, English Rose garden too.
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Ready for an afternoon in the early Autumn sunshine on horseback
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Leggings @lemieuxproductsofficial
Top @gymshark
Blazer Lydia Millen x @karen_millen
Earrings @astridandmiyu
Boots @amazonfashioneu
Gloves @hollandcooperclothing
Ad When the turn of the seasons encourages you to wrap up in classic clothing from the beautiful British brand that is @lkbennettlondon , retreat to a cosy, country hotel and hunker down for afternoon tea with your husband. Use LYDIALKB20 for 20% off until 28th October #WearingLKB paid partnership
I had so many messages about my work from home outfit last week I thought I’d share it complete with accessories
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Jumper @goelia_official
Trousers @lkbennettlondon
Shoes @emmylondonofficial
Jacket @marcelalondon_
Fragrance @diorbeauty La Colle Noire
Can you guess where I’m off to for afternoon tea?
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Coat @lkbennettlondon
Dress @aavelleofficial
Hat & boots @hollandcooperclothing
Fragrance @penhaligons_london
Tights @wolford
The Autumn Equinox has arrived and as the nights draw in there’s so many opportunities to reconnect with nature.
Hosting a very special breakfast for my girls in honour of @princestrust and @thebrilliantbreakfast to raise money to help young women turn their lives around through work, education and training. A donation of £5 can enable a woman to simply travel to an interview which could go on to change her life forever so I would absolutely love it if you would join me in hosting your own Brilliant Breakfast between the 9th and 15th October, whether it’s simply coffee with a close friend, or encouraging your entire office to get involved, the funds raised will go towards helping young women, aged 11-30 create better futures for themselves.
And thank you to my angel @hello.petal.flowers for giving her time and creative flare to bring my vision for the breakfast to life, of course you don’t have to go with florals like me, but if that’s something you enjoy this is the perfect opportunity to throw a lovely breakfast with your girlfriends with a cause that will help so many other women, front and centre!
Ad Because being old fashioned is always fashionable
Such an honour to drive to @goodwoodrevival with the @astonmartin team in the iconic DB5 to celebrate 110 years of the brand and 60 years of the DB5.
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Dress @dior
Hat @aavelleofficial
Gloves @cornelia_james
Jewellery @garrard
