PICK OF THE DAY: BENEFIANCE WRINKLE RESIST EYE MASK

PICK OF THE DAY: BENEFIANCE WRINKLE RESIST EYE MASK

  With the mother of all jet lag the SHISEIDO BENEFIANCE WRINKLE RESIST 24 PURE RETINOL EXPRESS SOOTHING EYE MASK is what I reach for before I go anywhere near a concealer. They are great for on the plane or if you have had a few too many late nights / early...

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PICK OF THE DAY: ESTEE LAUDER SCULPTING FOUNDATION BRUSH

PICK OF THE DAY: ESTEE LAUDER SCULPTING FOUNDATION BRUSH

Ergonomically designed the new Estee Lauder Sculpting Brush No2 follows the contours of your face providing super control and with a bristle density that really works the product in for a beautiful finish. Perfect for using a cream to contour whether it’s the Estee...

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PSYCHOLOGIES – POSITIVE BEAUTY AWARDS 2014

PSYCHOLOGIES – POSITIVE BEAUTY AWARDS 2014

READ FULL ARTICLE HERE Beauty can be a transformative tool, and at Psychologies we do beauty differently. We believe in positive body image, promoting self-confidence and championing brands that themselves work to support diversity, responsibility and sustainability....

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SISLEY PHYTO-LIP TWIST

SISLEY PHYTO-LIP TWIST

I'm a huge fan of lip pencils which is a good job considering they appear to be launching across all ranges. The Sisley Phyto-Lip Twist is a real stand out with both a fantastic formula and a beautifully designed pack.

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WEAR AND WHERE – HOW TO LOOK GOOD IN PHOTOS

WEAR AND WHERE – HOW TO LOOK GOOD IN PHOTOS

READ FULL ARTICLE HERE Looking for a little extra help on how to look good in photos? Ruby Hammer make-up artist extraordinaire and Emma Lewis, an amazing interiors, lifestyle and portrait photographer tell you how.

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Orly BB Creme for Nails

Orly BB Creme for Nails

We've had BB Creams for the face and now, here's a BB for the Nails! Orly's new All-in-one BB for Nails, is a nail treatment that creates a gossamer fine finish, evens colour and brightens the nails with a sheer peach tint. It's a BB that's worth adding to your...

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Michael Kors Nail Lacquer in Impulse

Michael Kors Nail Lacquer in Impulse

I love Michael Kors Nail Lacquers. They're super-shiny, long-lasting and the colours are spot on. This shade, Impulse, is a deep bluey-green that works so well with a tan or with dark skin tones. Michael Kors Nail Lacquer, £15.50, in Impulse from House of Fraser.

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BEHIND THE BATHROOM DOOR OF RUBY HAMMER

BEHIND THE BATHROOM DOOR OF RUBY HAMMER

Make-up artist, brand creator and beauty expert Ruby Hammer, 52, allows us inside her own private sanctuary and talks about the skin care tips & treats that keep her looking astonishingly youthful.

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Elixirs of Beauty – My favourite Serums

Elixirs of Beauty – My favourite Serums

  I'm a huge fan of serums. Not only do they reflect the newest technological advances in skincare, they pack a heavyweight punch in the a lightweight way.  One of their key benefits is that they reach deep into the skin without feeling greasy or heavy. They also...

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GET THE GLOSS – EXPERT’S TOP 5

GET THE GLOSS – EXPERT’S TOP 5

READ FULL ARTICLE HERE International makeup artist and brand creator Ruby Hammer reveals the contents of her kit bag, discover her favourite concealer and must have tool that applies both skincare and makeup.

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Beauty And The Beach

Beauty And The Beach

I love summer. And I love the beach! Swimming, reading a book in the sun, having some time with my husband. It's all good. Being a make-up artist, and a lover of products and formulations, I'm never really off duty though, and I'm always on the look out for things...

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Ruby On The Radar – Japonesque Solid Brush Cleanser

Ruby On The Radar – Japonesque Solid Brush Cleanser

Anyone who has worked with me (or who knows me!) will know that I am a stickler for hygiene. Clean brushes, make-up sponges and in fact, any tools that come in contact with my clients, be they celebrities or models, must be super-clean at all times. No exceptions. I'm...

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GET THE GLOSS – THE MAKE-UP MANIAC

GET THE GLOSS – THE MAKE-UP MANIAC

READ FULL ARTICLE HERE Make up artist Ruby Hammer describes Nars' new range of brushes as "to die for", and I agree that i'd sacrifice most of my beloved blusher collection to keep just one of them. You know that when a product or tool is a makeup artist must-have ,...

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