Sophie Lyall

With each passing birthday, we tend to notice the physical signs of ageing that surface as a result of our biological age. So we assume our beauty is on the decline, but this is far from true. We need a reminder that ageing beautifully is possible! It’s an inside job that involves a holistic approach […]

We all know that makeup expires but many of us are guilty of using makeup that is past its expiration date. The question is do we need to throw out our favourite makeup when it reaches the expiration date? The answer is not as black and white as it may seem. There are a few

In our quest to recapture the youth we once knew, we spend thousands of dollars a year on expensive creams and skin treatments, all the while failing to be conscious about the one simple thing that truly impacts how our skin ages. When asked to describe how their skin has changed in their 40’s, many

As we head into our 40’s and beyond, the dreaded perimenopause or menopause sets in and hot flashes become a reality – some of us experience hot skin and flushing without sweating, while others sweat so much they need a change of clothes!  Not only that, the body becomes less tolerant of heat as we

The promise of a new year, a fresh start and time to journey towards establishing new, life-long habits. According to leading experts, it can take up to 66 days to form a new habit. Change takes dedication to the cause, energy and time. In essence, if we want to direct our lives, we must take control

The festive season is glorious, but let’s face it, Christmas can also be fraught with anxiety, with emotions skyrocketing as we manage the holiday juggle. Between meal planning for the big day, gift shopping, and navigating sometimes hectic family dynamics, the pressure – which always seems to fall on the family matriarch – can overwhelm

  There is no denying that this has been one of the most challenging years ever experienced by many people. The general mood of our nation has understandably dropped and many have reported feelings of depression- a huge percentage of them for the first time in their lives. If you’re feeling unlike yourself we wanted

  While we don’t place a great amount of emphasis on size and shape at our age, it is possible to look a little slimmer thanks to some simple makeup techniques. Want to hear more? Contouring We don’t mean extreme face sculpting but more gentle, well-placed shading. It’s not difficult or scary. First, choose your

  It’s easy for a makeup routine to turn into a rut. We become so used to doing things one way we don’t have time to stop and assess the changes to our skin or the subtle shifts in face shape. But it really is worth reassessing now and then because as our appearance changes

  There are plenty of positive aspects to ageing they just don’t seem to be celebrated nearly as much as the cons. So step aside cons, this is not the place for negativity, please join us while we rejoice in the beauty of maturing! Now is the time to embrace life and be true to