Tag: skin-care
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Skin First, Symptoms Second: What This Really Means for Your Skin
If your skin feels unpredictable, reactive or simply “not quite right”, it’s easy to assume you need stronger products, more steps or the latest skincare trend. But often, the opposite is true. At The Pamper Shed, my approach to skin has evolved to focus on one simple but powerful philosophy:Skin First, Symptoms Second. This philosophy…
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Intentional Living in January: Slow, Simple & Restorative
January doesn’t ask us to sprint.It asks us to rest, reset and realign. After the rush of December — the noise, the pressure, the expectations — January arrives quietly. Cold mornings. Short days. A slower rhythm. And instead of fighting it this year, I’m choosing to lean into it. For me, January 2026 is about…
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Embracing Freedom: Letting Go During Perimenopause
Somewhere between the hot sweats, the brain fog, and the unexpected bursts of emotion, something in me shifted. I realised I was exhausted from trying to meet everyone else’s expectations — of how I should look, behave, feel, and show up. Perimenopause has been a rollercoaster, yes. But it’s also been a wake-up call —…
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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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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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