• March 21, 2025

The Body Washes.

*Sodashi Enlivening Body Wash: If, like me, you love a fresh, uplifting botanical body wash then this one from Sodashi will be right up your alley, It has the most beautiful citrus scent to it and gently cleanses the skin without drying and uses ingredients to smooth and nourish the skin. It contains notes of grapefruit peel, lemongrass, rosemary, and cedarwood.

Horace Orange Blossom & Petitgrain Showergel: If you love orange-scented body products like I do, then you will love this one, as it's the blossom it has more of a floral note with an underlying spiciness whilst remaining fresh and light.

*Bronte Body Cleanser in Sea Salt: A luxurious body cleanser that gently cleanses the skin whilst protecting the skin's barrier and fragrances your body with subtle notes of citrus and florals.

Aesop Geranium Leaf Body Cleanser: It's a non-negotiable for me to always have something from Aesop in my shower, and this body cleanser has been a staple for a very long time, it has a beautiful green fragrance from the geranium mixed with a bit of citrus for freshness. It never leaves my skin feeling stripped, and as I have the matching body scrub and body balm, it all works together nicely.

Nécessaire The Body Wash in Fragrance-Free: Nobody loves a perfumed shower gel more than I do, but I also think that it's important to have a fragrance-free option depending on your skin's sensitivity and its needs. One of my personal favourites is this one from Nècessaire. It gently cleanses and provides your skin with a blend of ceramides, omegas and ingredients that help to calm and soothe your skin. I can't explain the magic in this shower gel, but it just does something to my skin that makes it look and feel better when I use it. It's on the pricier side when it comes to shower gels, but it's worth it in my opinion.

Simon x 

*The products mentioned in this post that have been marked with an *asterisk have been sent to me via the brand or pr, otherwise, they have been personally purchased. As always all opinions are my own and all words and images are my own unless stated otherwise.

• March 17, 2025

The Power Of Vitamin C.

Tailor Skincare Gold Dust Vitamin C Treatment: My skin is a skin type that loves Vitamin C, my skin responds really well to it and if for some reason say I am testing other things and skip the Vitamin C, I can definetly notice a huge difference in the overall texture and tone of my skin. I try to incorporate Vitamin C into my routine as much as possible which is why I love this one from Tailor Skincare, it's a powder that can be added to any water based serum or moisturiser meaning you can get a hit of Vitamin C whenever you need it which for me is all the time. It will help with everything from pigmentation to fine lines and collagen production. Dermalogica BioLumin-C Gel Moisturiser: I have been a fan of Dermalogica moisturiser for years now and this one is no exception. I like it especially as someone with an oily-combination skin type as it hydrates my skin without feeling greasy but also contains all the active ingredients that I want in a product. It uses a Vitamin C complex alongside Hyaluronic Acid for hydration to help with fine lines due to dehydration, Phytic Acid and Pumpkin Enzymes exfoliate the skin which is what I love the most about this moisturiser as the exfoliating effect combined with Vitamin C does an amazing job of brightening my skin and smoothing my skin's texture, I tend to use it the morning so I get the added antioxidant protection. Ella Baché Neobright Correcting Serum: I talk about it a lot but as someone with an oily-combination skin type I am always looking for lightweight products that contain the active ingredients I believe I need for my skin, this serum from Ella Baché is potent with Vitamin C alongside Hyaluronic Acid and Niacinamide to add hydration and help reduce pigmentation. It's lightweight but hydrating, and I do notice results when I use it consistently. Emma Lewisham Supernatural Day Crème: I have lost count of how many refils I have gone through of this moisturiser as I love it so much and always have it in my routine, it uses a Vitamin D precursor to calm the skin alongside a blend of AHA's / BHA's and Vitamin C to light exfoliate and brighten the skin overtime, this is really good at keeping my skin texture at bay and has helped to brighten my skin with continued use. It uses Mica to provide the skin with an instant glow, which looks lovely under makeup and even on its own over your other skincare products. Matis Paris Glow Essence: In my daily morning and night skincare routines I always use some sort of toning product after I cleanse as I find it helps to add a layer of hydration to my skin and also keeps my skin damp allowing for the other products I use to absorb better, one that I really enjoy using is this one from Matis. It immediately feels hydrating and has this cushion-like effect on my skin; it combines a blend of AHA's and Vitamin C to lightly exfoliate and brighten the skin.

Simon x

*Products featured in this post have been sent to me for content inclusion, all thoughts are my own and the image has been shot and styled by me.

• March 07, 2025

My Current Fragrance Rotation.

Aesop Hwyl: A fragrance that completely surprised me and made me think about fragrance in a different way, it's green and spicy and mysterious, and it's one that I can't stop wearing. It has notes of Cypress, Frankincense and Vetiver. Glossier You Doux: Glossier launched two new fragrances towards the end of 2024, and this was my favourite out of the two. I like the original, but this one has a spicier element to it and still has the ambrox like the original. It contains notes of Palo Santo, Frankincense and Myrrh. Matiere Premiere Parisian Musc: I don't know what I was expecting when I tried this scent, but it was completely different to what I had in mind. I expected it to be quite heavy and floral, but it's more of a greener, fresher scent. It's warm and comforting and reminds me of summer; it contains notes of Virginia Cedar, Ambrette and Musk. Le Labo Santal 33: If you want to talk about icons then you have to include Santal 33 by Le Labo, to me it smells like leather and it's woody and warm on the skin, it is a stronger scent that I like to save for special occasions and it's one that I always like to have in my collection. It contains notes of Sandalwood, Cedarwood, Iris, Violet and Cardamom. Malin + Goetz Leather Perfume Oil: I love leather in scents, and this one is a great one. I like it because whilst it does smell like leather and woods, it's not too strong or overpowering. It contains notes of Lotus Flower, Pepper, Clove, Violet, Sandalwood and Leather. Glossier You: Completely different to everything else I have mentioned in the way that this more of a skin scent, on me it smells woody and warm and I feel like it just blends into my skin and with my own natural scent, I like wearing it on it's own or mixed with other fragrances. It contains notes of Pink Pepper, Iris, Ambrette Seeds and Ambrox.

Simon x

*Image, words and opinions are my own, and all products have been purchased by me.

• February 26, 2025

Summer Skin.

Drunk Elephant D-Bronzi Anti-Pollution Sunshine Drops: Concentrated liquid bronzing drops that can be added to moisturiser or complexion products to add a hint of bronze glow to the skin whilst using antioxidants and omegas to protect and nourish the skin, they have been a saviour for my forever pasty complexion. Victoria Beckham Beauty Matte Bronzing Brick: A great bronzer that comes in two shades in the palette meaning you can control the shade you want, I like that this bronzer melts into the skin and never looks muddy and lasts all day. Emma Lewisham Sunceutical SPF 50 Mineral Face Crème: I wear SPF everyday and this one is my current favourite. Aesop Rind Concentrate Body Balm: My skin can get dry when it has been in the sun so using a good moisturising body balm like this one is essential, I love the way this one absorbs into my skin and has a beautiful citrus scent to it. Diptyque Philosykos: One of my personal favourite perfumes but especially in the summer time, it smells like you are applying sunscreen under a fig tree on the beach and is light enough to wear on hot days. Bronte Body Cleanser Sea Salt: After wearing sunscreen and sweating through a summer day a really good body cleanser is essential, I have been loving this one from Bronte as it has a light scent that reminds me of the ocean and also contains ingredients to nourish your skin whilst it cleanses.

Simon x

*All images have been shot and styled by me, as always all thoughts and opinions are my own. Some products have been sent to me for content inclusion and some I have purchased.

• February 07, 2025

Summer Scents.

Click Here To Purchase: Diptyque Philosykos, Malin + Goetz Bergamot, Glossier You Doux, Matiere Premiere Parisian Musc, Santa Maria Novella Acqua Di Sicilia.

*All images and words are my own.

• January 29, 2025

Future Beauty.

1. A balm that can be used all over your face at any time of the day to protect your skin from blue light exposure, Tomorrow-Today Beauty Hydration Hero Balm. 2. A cream full of vitamins and antioxidants that help to rid the skin of free radicals and offers long-lasting hydration and barrier support, Dermalogica Multivitamin Power Recovery Cream. 3. A super hydrating night cream that deeply moisturises the skin and helps to retain moisture levels throughout the night, fantastic at smoothing the skin and helping with fine lines due to dehydration, Ella Baché Hydra Hyaluronic Night Cream. 4. A tonic that helps to stimulate hair growth and over time helps to even out greying hair, The Tonic by Robe Haircare. 5. A serum that can be used daily to help with hair growth, CZE Hair Hair Growth Serum. 6. A chic comb to keep in your bag to comb on the go, CZE Hair Wide Tooth Comb In Tortoise. 7&8. Sunscreens I have been wearing lately, Emma Lewisham Sunceutical SPF 50 Mineral Face Crème, RAAIE Sun Milk Drops Tinted SPF50.

*Images provided by corresponding brands and styled by me.

• January 02, 2025

My Top Grooming Products, And Where To Buy Them.

Shaving has been a huge part of my grooming routine for over twenty years now, there's no denying that shaving can be irritating to the skin which is why it's important to have a good skincare routine in play and good products that can help the process.

Below I will be talking about my top tips for shaving which have helped me along the way, all of these products mentioned in this feature are available on Thirty7 which is a new grooming destination full of products that are targeted to men's grooming and shaving routines, the website has some really great brands that I have had the pleasure of using over the years and it's great to see a site with such a well thought-out selection of products and brands, I like when a website has everything I need and this website has that.

The first step in my shaving routine is using a physical exfoliant, this can help to lift the hair follicle making it easier for your razor blade to cut the hair and it will also help with ingrown hairs as it cleans deep down into the pores and gets rid of any dulling dead skin cells.

Product Recommendation: Recipe For Men Facial Scrub.

This is a really nice scrub because it's not too harsh on the skin and foams nicely meaning you can use it like an exfoliating cleanser hybrid, it leaves your skin feeling smoother instantly and allows for a closer shave.

A shaving gel seems like an obvious in a shaving routine but I am very particular about it, I think it's important to find a balance between providing enough lather to properly shave but not so much product that you are just clogging the razor and not shaving close enough.

Product Recommendation: Charles + Lee Shave Gel.

I like this shave gel as it has little to no lather to it but provides enough lubrication for my razor to glide over, it gives my skin a nice cushion for shaving and rinses clean. I like that I can control how much I use on my skin and if I need more I can just easily add more, in my eyes it's the perfect shave gel.

As I mentioned at the start of this feature, shaving can be irritating to your skin so it's important to have a good skincare routine and use a good moisturiser suited to your skin type after shaving to help hydrate and soothe the skin post shave.

Product Recommendation: Revate Hydrate Facial Moisturiser.

This moisturiser is great to use post-shave as it leaves a matte finish which I always like when it comes to using skincare after shaving, it uses antioxidants to protect against free radicals and helps to build collagen and keep the skin moisturised throughout the day and night.

As someone who has maintained a moustache for the last few years I can definitely notice that my beard hair can become dry and if I don't keep on top of it, it can look messy which is why a beard balm can come in handy.

Product Recommendation: The Groomed Man Co. Cool Cola Beard Balm.

I use this beard balm from The Groomed Man Co. as it helps to hydrate my beard but also keeps it in a nice shape, the scent is subtle but feels like a treat to use.

As mentioned all products are available from Thirty7, for more information on the site and to browse all of their great products Click Here.

Simon x

*This post has been in collaboration with Thirty7 and products have been provided for content inclusion, words and images are my own

• December 10, 2024

My Favourite Hydrating Serums For Oily Skin.

Ella Baché Hydra Hyaluronic Cellular Serum: From the second I applied this serum to my face I immediately fell in love with it, my skin instantly absorbed it and immediately felt like it had a big drink of water. I love how this product makes my skin look and feel and as it is so plumping I have noticed a huge reduction in any fine lines that I have due to dehydration.

It uses a Bio-Fermented Hyaluronic Acid that deeply hydrates the skin whilst drawing in moisture and keeping it there, Antioxidants work to protect the skin from daily stresses and Natural Acids lightly exfoliate which I like when an exfoliating serum has an exfoliating property as I find it suits my oily-combination skin the best.

I mainly use this serum at night but it works both morning and night and it's one that I know I will continue to have in my routine.

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iS Clinical Hydra-Cool Serum: This serum is great for any skin type but especially if you have oily skin as it's so lightweight and immediately absorbs into the skin without leaving any sort of residue behind, I love the way it feels on my skin and how it makes my skin feel more refreshed and cooler, it's been really great in Melbourne with the humidity that's going on currently.

It uses a blend of antioxidants and botanicals to protect the skin and keep it well hydrated, I like it after shaving also as a refreshing boost of hydration.

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Dr.Lewinn's Serum Series Hydrate: I can be very fussy when it comes to hydrating serums, as they are not the only product I would use in a routine and by that I mean I would always use one over say a blemish serum or an antioxidant serum, so for me, they can't be too heavy and feel like I have too much on my skin but with this serum, I don't have any of those issues.

This serum is so lightweight and so hydrating that it actually feels like water on the skin, it uses Hyaluronic Acid to draw moisture into the skin which can help to plump and smooth out fine lines, Waterin Plus also adds hydration to the skin and helps to lock it in, it also helps to support the skin's barrier and prevent any water loss.

I am so happy to of tried this product and only upset that I didn't try it sooner, it's an absolute joy to use.

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Saint Louve Vitamin B3, B5 & Hyaluronic Acid Hydrating Serum: This one is for you if you're after a serum that goes behind just hydration. Whilst containing multiple molecular weights of Hyaluronic Acid which draws moisture into the skin it also contains Vitamin B3 and Panthenol which helps to control oil production whilst hydrating the skin and helping with fine lines due to dehydration.

This serum feels immediately hydrating when I apply it and sits well with my other products, I love the way it makes my skin feel under makeup and I am starting to get fine lines around my forehead and this is helping to plump that area and overall keep my skin hydrated and balanced.

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Emma Lewisham Supernatural Vitale Elixir: As with all products that launch from Emma Lewisham I was very excited about this one, as I am approaching my mid-thirties I am noticing some fine lines starting to pop up mainly around my forehead and eye area which I know are mainly due to dehydration which is my skin is prone to.

This serum from Emma Lewisham works to smooth out fine lines and wrinkles whilst giving an immediate filling effect whilst deeply hydrating the skin.

I like using this in the morning as it forms a really nice base for my makeup to go on top of as it's so smoothing, I also use it like a spot treatment, particularly on the lines I want to be smoothed out and it works wonders. This product does everything that it claims to do and when I run out of it I miss having it in my routine, there are a lot of products from the brand that I keep on repeat and this is one of them.

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Simon x

*The products mentioned in this post have been sent to me for content inclusion, as always all thoughts and reviews are my own and all images have been shot and styled by me unless specifically mentioned otherwise.