by Pipa on February 2, 2012
by Elaine Nuelle of www.morethanvitamins.co.uk Human beings have a natural rhythm and a natural 24 hour cycle (Circadian cycle). About a third of that cycle should be used for sleep to allow our bodies to rest, replenish and repair. If we don’t get enough sleep we can become ill and unable to cope with [...]
GROOMING YOUR EYEBROWS It’s funny because this was discussed on TV’s Live At Five recently and the Presenters seemed quite surprised at the importance of getting them right. There are often trends with eyebrows but rule of thumb is natural looking and well groomed, then you’re laughing! Your eyebrows are there to add strength and [...]
by Pipa on January 31, 2011
Research across 2,000 adults was published at the beginning of this year that was fascinating. It discovered that 4 in 10 women always put make up on before leaving the house and 1 in 10 women have never been without make up in front of their life partner. Two thirds of women questioned said they [...]
by Pipa on January 31, 2011
This time of year our hands really begin to tell the tale of cold weather, central heating and hard work….. not to mention if you’ve been lucky enough to indulge in any winter sports, fun in the snow or just being outside regularly – all these pursuits leave your hands looking dry and chapped, feeling [...]
by Pipa on January 3, 2011
Are you rubbing your eyes? Can it be possible?? We all know a diet can be potentially successful on the short term however, research and experience shows us that diets just don’t work. The reason being is simple, our weight isn’t purely dictated by what we eat! Nor is it sharing the responsibility with the [...]
by Pipa on January 3, 2011
This is a simple beauty blog but by far one of the most crucial things to know when it comes to your make up…. and it’s relevant to ALL ages!!! EYE BASE Yes, you might not even have considered this little puppy but believe me, whenever I take group or individual make up lessons the [...]
by Pipa on November 30, 2010
This is absolutely the year of the dress – there is something for everyone and please don’t tell me you’re turning down an invite because you have nothing to wear! To find a great party dress, you can search online or down your favourite high street – whether it’s Next, ASOS, Lipsy or Coast, Dorothy [...]
by Pipa on November 30, 2010
This is a tricky area, you want to push the boat out, do something different, go that extra mile – it’s Christmas right? ….but it DOESN’T necessarily mean to double up on what you already do! So, here’s 3 simple tips to step it up a bit without looking like you’ve just been punched in [...]
by Pipa on November 1, 2010
I don’t know about you but as I get older, my body definitely lacks the get up and go that it used to effortlessly have in droves! Here are just 5 ways to improve the way you feel…it’s the YESSSSS way! …you know when the kids are excited about something, be it large or small [...]
by Pipa on November 1, 2010
Having worked with international make up artist Daniel Sandler recently, I was delighted when he agreed to contribute to The Raphael Project. I don’t know about you, but this is the time of year where I start not only feeling, but also looking tired! With the long nights drawing in, the heating on, the caffeine [...]