I tested MimiSilk's Iris 1450 laser every other day for 8 weeks — no other devices, no new products, just the laser. Here's what actually happened to my jowls, my under-eyes, and my skin texture, with the honest before-and-afters to prove it.

At 55, I was juggling seven different supplement bottles, sacrificing one for another every month because I couldn't afford them all. Then one sachet came along and replaced the entire shelf — here's why I'm genuinely giddy about it, and why it's not for everyone.

I've tested over fifteen LED devices — masks, panels, wands, all of it. For years my rotation was down to two full systems I loved. Then one device came along and replaced them both at once. Here's the mask that dethroned my whole collection, and why red light therapy just got a new king.

These are the ten things I am actually using right now — skin, body, makeup, one very unexpected fashion moment, and a couple of things that have nothing to do with beauty at all. Let's get into it.

If you’re over 50 and tired of products that promise everything but fix nothing, this is for you. These are the small, practical changes that quietly solved real problems — no hype, just what actually worked.

Not every product needs to be glamorous to earn a place in your routine. These are the unsexy, practical items I use every single day — the ones that quietly work and make life a whole lot easier.

After testing more than 150 beauty products in 2025, these 25 stood out as true winners. From skincare and body care to hair, makeup, and beauty devices, this is my honest, no-hype roundup of the products that genuinely delivered results and earned their place in my routine.

I’ll be the first to admit it — I love a long skincare routine.
But there are days when I just… can’t.

When I’m sick, shattered, or crawling into bed far later than planned, I don’t skip skincare altogether — I just do less. Over time, I’ve figured out exactly what matters most on those days.

This is my bare-minimum skincare routine — simple, realistic, and surprisingly effective.

I know. Some of my holy grails are expensive.

And while I stand by every one of them, I also know that great skincare shouldn’t feel financially irresponsible. So after hearing from so many of you, I went looking for more affordable options that still do a really good job.

These aren’t exact dupes — because let’s be honest, formulas aren’t that simple — but they’re the closest matches I could find in terms of results and experience. Think of this as the sensible, smart-shopping companion to my holy grails post.

Not all skincare takes months to show results — some products make you stop and say WOW the very next day. From glow-boosting masks to haircare miracles, these are the game changers that gave me instant results (and still do).

Let’s talk about the five anti-aging ingredients that have never left my routine. These aren’t trends or quick fixes — they’re the real, proven heroes that keep my skin healthy, strong, and glowing year after year.

From skincare to haircare, these are the beauty products I’ve repurchased more than five times — my true holy grails. Tested, loved, and proven to deliver healthy, glowing skin and stronger hair at every age.

Yes, you read that right. There’s one skincare brand I’m genuinely nervous about quitting — because the results have been that good.

I’m talking about OneSkin and, more specifically, their OS-01 peptide.

I'm in full-on summer mode over here, gearing up for an upcoming holiday, which means it's time to start packing! This got me thinking about my summer essentials—the must-haves that scream warm weather, longer days, and a relaxed vibe. So, let’s dive into my summer must-haves!

Today, I'm shifting gears from my usual skincare devices to talk about a different type of device that has truly been a game-changer for me – the Ultrahuman Ring AIR. As someone becoming increasingly invested in overall health and well-being, I've explored various avenues to optimise my lifestyle, and this smart ring has proven to be an invaluable addition.

This is the probably the most repurchased product in my bathroom. What looks like ordinary water is actually so much more.

Micellar (pronounced my-CELL-er) water is everywhere. You can buy in every pharmacy, grocery store and hi-end department store. EVERY brand has one. And it feels like I’ve tried them all.

If you’ve been to my YouTube channel (or know me at all), you’ve heard me banging on about collagen. To me, collagen is the fountain of youth.

So it’s probably no surprise that in addition to using products that help build and maintain collagen on the outside, I also take a supplements to build from inside.

I am truly excited about this. It’s Oralift.

They call it a facelift device and was created by London dentist Nick Nohindra, who was interested in the study of facial pain. Through his research he learned that by addressing the issues that cause pain, they also helps fight some signs of aging.

I would like to introduce you to a skincare product I recently received. These are from Depology and they’re called Deepcare + Serum-Infused Micro Dart Patches. And they’re really interesting.

Do you find it hard to tackle the area around our eyes that starts to show our age? The wrinkles, hooded eye lids, and puffiness….if so, this could be the device for you.