How many of you have already recoiled in horror at just the mention of hormone replacement therapy? What if I told you that taking HRT...

Polycystic ovary (ovarian) syndrome (PCOS) is the most common hormonal disorder in women of reproductive age

Aging could be described as the degradation of the metabolic process. For as long as we can remember, humans have pursued ways of...

Last week I was asked by BBC London radio, to take part in a programme with Jo Wood. I was interviewed live on Sunday 2nd January at...

- your skin and purse will thank you for it. Across the vast array of media platforms, we are bombarded by beauty product advertising...

Did you know that blue LED light kills the bacteria that cause breakouts? If you have less bacteria you will have less breakout-prone skin. This will mean that the redness and sensitivity caused by spots will reduce and your skin will look calmer and healthier. Your skin will heal, scarring will be reduced and you will feel more confident. Have a look at our Celluma for more info. Mary Gillmore Director and founder of Beauty Essence Beauty Therapist Beauty Essence 0207248012

Gua sha has gone from ancient wellness practice to modern skincare staple, and for good reason. When used gently and consistently, a gua sha tool can become a calming part of your routine that helps ease facial tension, support circulation, and give your skin a fresh, sculpted look. If you’ve got one sitting in your bathroom drawer and you’re not quite sure what to do with it, don’t worry. Using a gua sha is much simpler than it looks. What Is a Gua Sha? A gua sha is a smooth

If you’d like your face to look glowing, healthy and alive all you have to do is to give your facial muscles a massage. Cleanser, tone,...

When you know the dates of your Christmas events book your treatments immediately, so ensure you look your best during the party season....

Use a mini fridge to store your active beauty products as the cold will extend the life of the ingredients – vitamin A and vitamin C are...

If you're working from home when it's hot, soak your feet in a bowl of cold water and maybe add some ice. You can easily put the bowl...

When you have Zoom meetings, always have a box of essentials on your desk containing - a hairbrush, make-up, hair clips, aromatherapy...

When applying sunscreen to your face and neck you’ll need at least a teaspoon to cover the area properly and ensure you have the right...

Use your nail file to sharpen and clean your tweezers. Insert the new nail file between the tweezer tips, grip the nail file with the...

Massage your face each time you apply any products to your skin. This will improve your circulation and lymph flow encouraging your skin...

If you add a once-a-day sunblock to your daily skincare routine, your skin will be protected all day. I recommend the Ultrasun products...

Every day remove a few stray brow hairs to keep your brows tidy. Once a week spend a bit more time tidying them and have a professional...

Give yourself a mini facial every week and a professional deep clean every 4 weeks to keep your skin in tip-top condition. Mary Gillmore,...

Mention the menopause, and hot flushes, night sweats, and mood swings immediately come to mind. However, other less attention-grabbing...

Major beauty brands are committed to tackling the industry’s plastics problem. However, you can still do your bit for the environment and...