Tag: #beauty
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From Fairy Tales to Falling Leaves
Returning from Disney & Embracing the Season of “Back to Me” After 17 magical (and slightly chaotic!) days in Florida… we’re home.Disney and Universal were everything we dreamed of — magical meet-and-greets, thrilling rides, fairy-tale makeovers, and even a few “we’ll laugh about this later” moments involving delayed luggage and recycled outfits (Rob, I’m looking…
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Five Years of Calm, Connection, and Confidence
A heartfelt look back as The Pamper Shed turns 5 This week, The Pamper Shed turns five. And if I’m completely honest… I’m feeling a little emotional writing that. What started as a dream — tucked into a converted garden space during a pandemic — has grown into something far more meaningful than I ever…
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The Glow-Up Diaries: How I’m Transforming Inside & Out This Summer
Let’s be real. A glow-up in your 40s isn’t about going viral on TikTok or magically morphing into a different person after one green juice and a Pilates class. It’s about coming home to yourself—tired eyes, stretch marks, snack drawer, and all. This summer, I’m in the thick of my own glow-up journey. Not the…
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My Morning Skincare Routine for Dry, Dehydrated & Menopausal Skin
As a 44-year-old woman in the thick of perimenopause, my skin has changed in ways I didn’t expect. Gone are the days of just needing a quick cleanse and moisturise. Now, my skin needs real support—especially when it comes to hydration and nourishment. If your skin is feeling tight, dull, flaky or just generally uncomfortable,…
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This Season, I Choose to Elevate:
My Glow-Up Journey as a Mum, Woman & Work in Progress Let me set the scene… It’s 6:15 AM. My house is quiet, the kettle’s on, and I’m sat at my dressing table and my daughter, Sophia, is sat up on my lap—exactly where she always ends up as I get ready. She reaches for…
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The Summer Reset – A Glow Up Journey begins
Can you believe we’re already heading into summer? The first half of the year seems to have disappeared in a blur of nursery runs, work, hormones, and, let’s be real—life! Back in January, I made a quiet promise to myself: this would be the year I’d prioritise my health, glow up, and feel amazing by…
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Top 10 Skincare Myths – Busted!
Skincare can be confusing with so many products, trends, and advice floating around. As a beauty therapist, I often hear common myths from clients that need a little debunking. So, let’s set the record straight and bust some of the most popular skincare misconceptions. 1. You Don’t Need Sunscreen in the UK It’s easy to…
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Running a Business from Home with a Family
When I first set up The Pamper Shed, I had a vision: a cosy, welcoming space that allowed me to do what I love, on my terms. What I didn’t quite realise at the time was how beautifully (and sometimes chaotically!) that vision would intertwine with family life. Running a business from home is both…
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Do You Know Your Skin Type? Here’s Why It Matters
When it comes to skincare, one of the most common mistakes people make is confusing skin type with skin condition. Understanding the difference between the two is key to giving your skin the care it really needs. What Is a Skin Type? Your skin type is something you’re born with. It’s influenced by genetics and…
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Welcome to My World: Beauty, Balance & a Bit of Magic
Hi, and welcome to my very first blog post! I’m Emma, a beauty therapist and the owner of The Pamper Shed in Bridgwater—a cosy little salon where women (and men) come to relax, unwind, and leave glowing from the inside out. But there’s so much more to me than just nails, facials and skincare routines…
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