The British Beauty Blog
by Jane Cunningham since 2008

[unpaid/sample/affiliate/ad] This is a very quick catch up post because when I posted about the Guerlain KissKiss Bee Glows, somehow I forgot to show you Poppy Glow, possibly the best colour! So, I’m righting that wrong – and just look at the juicy watermelon colour! If you want to know how these feel on the…

I’ve definitely got itchy feet (not literally – although there is a cream for that) so I’m having something of a slow down over the next few weeks while I figure out my next moves. 15 years is a long time to do the same thing (my blog/website) and I definitely need something to ring…

[unpaid/sample] Apparently, the body category is SpaceNK’s fastest rising beauty area – we have had a dearth of decent body products for a long time and suddenly it looks like the gap is being filled. But, I don’t know about you, but I find it very hard to spend a lot on body lotions especially…

[unpaid/sample/affiliate/ad] As a general rule, I’m not a fan of setting sprays or primers. I don’t like a lot of products on my skin all at once, and let’s face it, I’m not exactly out nightclubbing til dawn so I don’t actually need my make up to last for ever. That said, if you’re oily,…

[unpaid/sample/affiliate/ad] A new mascara is always such a pleasure – that inky smell and perfect distribution always puts a smile on my face. I was recently sent the new Maybelline Firework Mascara which I’d got on my list of new products to try so I was very happy to see it. It’s an exceptionally deep…

[unpaid/purchase/affiliate] I am the last person in the world to say that anything is ‘must have’ but I’ve just ordered two more of these brilliant, go with anything, wear anywhere, match with anything tops, and personally I feel I must have them! I mentioned this top on Monday but I’m back on it with a bit more…

[unpaid/sample] Several surprises for me with this brand – mainly that it’s founded by Tajinder Banwait who I have known since 2012. In fact, her other brand, Urban Apothecary first featured on this site in 2012, looking very different to how it does now. From that (initially) quirky little candle brand, Urban Apothecary has flourished…

[unpaid/sample/affiliate/ad] I’m somewhat rushing this extra post out today because this limited edition Les Collectors from CHANEL is going to sell out in hours. It’s one of two CHANEL ‘Take Aways’ on sale – mine is the peach/pink themed Nature Getaway and the other is a red/green themed City Break. All the products are exclusive…

[unpaid/sample/affiliate/ad] I first reviewed Kate Somerville several years ago but my very first introduction to this brand was in New York in 2008. I was on holiday with Mr BBB who very patiently found the obligatory man chair that every department store has for bored husbands/wives/partners/parents while I stalked the beauty aisles of whichever store…

[unpaid/sample/affiliate/ad] I’m not a fragrance snob and actively dislike the ‘exclusivity’ of fragrance but I’m afraid I did have low expectations of Avon’s Far Away Beyond The Moon. I know nothing whatsoever about modern Avon perfume so I was quite excited to try it. I did a ‘first impression’ video for Instagram and guessed at…

[unpaid/sample/affiliate/ad] These are my favourite type of products to review – I got quite a spring in my step when they arrived. MILK Make Up Cooling Jelly Water Tints are back – last year they sold out within 24 hours so I’m hoping I’ve got this review out in time. ‘Cooling’ products rely heavily on…

[unpaid/sample/affiliate/ad] I’ve resisted reviewing these products because I really don’t like the name – Megababe is just so not where I am with my life :-)). The brand certainly isn’t built for mid-lifers like me but a set arrived anyway so here we are. Founded in 2017 by Katie Sturino, it’s really much better than…

[unpaid/sample/affiliate/ad] If you’re a matte fan then the Haus Labs Le Monster Matte Lip Crayons are an absolute treat. I’d even go as far as to say that they’re the best mattes, in terms of ease of use, coverage and staying power, that I’ve ever used. I’m not a fan of mattes for myself but…

I bought some apricots at my local farmer’s market last weekend and wanted to make something out of them but felt very lazy all week. I Googled for easy apricot tart and Rick Stein’s recipe came up – let me tell you, this is delicious. I think we’re heading for a hot weekend so it…