Summer Wish List

This is my best season yet! Not just because of the sun, and the fact that I've just finished medical school, which is super-exciting! It's been a long journey, but I am so happy that I am finally a doctor! Now its time to celebrate, so I am getting all my bits and bobs ready to go! I am travelling to 3 continents in 3 months; Africa, South America & (of course) somewhere in Europe!

How Acne or Pimples Form Under The Skin (with pictures!)

I always wondered what my next acne post would be and who knew it would be a video! I often deliberated with the thought of extending the Science Behind Beauty to it's very own channel on youtube. I really enjoyed filming this video about acne, as I was able to explain this complex mechanism in just a few minutes. 

What are Micellar Waters & Why Are They So Good At Removing Dirt & Makeup?

Being a girl that never really got on with tonic waters, I never really looked at these micellar waters with much interest. I saw that they were gaining popularity very fast and almost every beauty store I went into I saw them everywhere in different colours, brands and bottle sizes. One thing that did stick out to me on several occasions was the fact that one my favourite drugstore brands is Garnier and if there is one thing I can say about Garnier is the fact that their products are so gentle on my skin. Knowing this, I took the plunge and purchased the Garnier Micellar Cleansing Water for sensitive skin.

Inspirational Post | Before You Quit, Try..

Patience is truly a virtue and one thing I would say about the phrase 'Before you..' is truly based on this. Today's inspirational post is about personal growth and self-development, I came across a quote and I guess it just inspired me to write about it. Although the quote was much longer, I felt like these particular ones resonated with me quite deeply. I hope each of these are able to inspire you as much as it has inspired me! Taken from excerpts of William A. Ward. Author Of Fountains of Faith.

A £32 Face Oil? | Trying These High-End Skincare Products For A Whole Month! (Review)

Hi guys so I'm back with another review. I spent the last month trying out the Inner Senses Organics 7 Wonders Skin Panacea Face & Body Oil (£32) and the Sond Midnight Feast Night Cream (£38). In addition to that I used my trusty Garnier Micellar Cleansing Water and kept my skincare really simple, so I could see if the new-in products were actually working. I always say.. it's not about the amount of products you are using but the effectiveness of what your using. 

Detoxify | Could this be perfect for oily skin? The L'Oréal Pure Glow Charcoal Clay Mask (Review + Demo)

Hi guys I'm back with another review and this time it is the L'Oréal Pure Glow Charcoal Clay Mask. It was my first time trying this and I feel like I'm so late to trying out charcoal products but I'm so glad I am finally reviewing it. There are DIY masks you can make with some charcoal powder but as I'm a newbie to this, I decided to start off with using one of the pre-made formulas I found in the drugstore! So if you would like to know the science behind 'charcoal' keep on reading!

Motivational Post | A Moment To Reflect On Life... Why Direction Is More Important Than Speed.

Violet Poppy Harmony Canvas by Photowall

Everybody has those goals that are looking to achieve! If you're anything like me, you probably sit down, write your goals and give your self a well-deserved time limit on when you would like to achieve it. For some, these goals are met in good time, but for a lot of us, they're not! We often struggle with the disappointment that is associated with underachievement. In this post, I'm reflecting on my goals and letting go of the chase that comes with an ambitious lifestyle.

Female Body Talk | Probiotics for Thrush & Bacterial Infections: Do They Really Work?

Hey ladies! This one is a body talk! I decided to make this one about vaginal health. One of the reasons why I really wanted to write about this topic is because I'm currently studying Obstetrics & Gynaecology at university. And, as many of my blog readers are female, I thought it'd be a great time to jump start this topic! 

#DearJuliet | Are facial oils enough to use on their own? Isn't daily scrubbing too abrasive? How do you know when you're overdoing it?

#DearJuliet : Are facial oils enough to use on their own? How do you know when your overdoing it? The daily face washes out there, are they as really required? I mean isn't daily scrubbing to abrasive?

Energise Me | The Amazing Benefits Of Using Tea Tree & Peppermint Oil During Bathtime

I'm back with another skincare post, but this time on a favourite bath time product of mine that I use regularly, but infrequently. What I mean by that is, I have been using it consistently for years, but not as part of my everyday bath time routine. It has peppermint & tea tree oil as its main ingredients and it works amazingly well for my skin and definitely makes it into my skincare essentials list.

The Science Behind Acne

One big myth is that somehow acne is caused by having a bad diet and because you are unhealthy. Acne is way more complex than the beauty world makes it seem. And many people are led to believe that acne can be easily solved by over-the-counter cosmetics. Not to say, there aren’t great things out there on the market, but with acne, there is a much bigger story.

The Ordinary | Do Their 'Cosmetic' Skincare Products Work On Acne & Hyperpigmentation?

I've been seeing many reviews on The Ordinary skincare products. And I thought it'd be great to look into skincare brand and try out some of their products. So I purchased the Ordinary Vitamin C Suspension 23% + HA Spheres 2% and the Ordinary Granactive Retinoid 2% in Squalane. I chose these 2 particular products because its claims of having the active ingredients Vitamin C and Retinoids, which are sought after in the beauty world because of its role in fighting the effects acne.

Refresh Me | Why Rimmel's #Insta Primer & Setting Spray Is Also A Great Daily Face Freshener

Before I travel back to medical school, I always run around getting my last minute bits and bobs. I usually try and find a nearest boots or a superdrug because it usually has all the drugstore things I need (..superdrug is usually cheaper).

It's so funny because travelling back and forth all the time means that I'm always trying to juggle my things between two homes and I end up forgetting something behind. So I usually make sure to grab extra wipes, cotton pads, toothbrushes... and I look for 3 for 2 deals for my eylure eyebrow pencils lol. While looking through the makeup isle, I came across the #Insta Fix & Go by Rimmel, it caught my attention because I recently saw a review of it in a youtube video. As soon as I saw it, I thought hmm.. I'm definitely trying this out!

Female Body Talk | Why Every Woman Needs The Ultra Woman Daily Multivitamins

Today I will doing a post on health and wellness. I decided to feature what I am currently using because its been quite a few months now and I think it'll be helpful to some of you guys. I initially, decided to pick it up, because I kept getting sick, feeling tired, my overall wellness wasn't great to be honest and I just hadn't been eating that well. So I decided to start taking the time to focus on being healthy, eating right and getting in some essential nutrients! 

Why It Is Ok To (Want) To Be Successful

I asked my mum the other day, why should we be successful, is being successful even that important? Erm well..let me give you the back story. I'm 20 something years old and I've pretty much spent my whole life working hard and wanting so desperately be successful in everything I did. And I found myself staring at yet another jam-packed exam timetable after 5 1/2 years of medical school and thinking ahh... another hurdle...another bridge I have cross..yet again.

How to Get Glowy Skin With MAC's Extra Dimension Skinfinish Highlighter (Review)

I am back with another makeup review! Have you noticed? My blog has changed quite a bit! I've decided to add some posts of inspiration and an advice column because I get a lot of questions about this kind of stuff! But not to worry, I still love writing about makeup and skincare, and it'll definitely be a once a week thing (on Sundays)!  So nothings changed with that, but my blog has been growing..  which I am very excited about! Anywho lets get to the review, today, I will be talking about this new bad boy highlighter by Mac Cosmetics! 

#DEARJULIET | Do you think natural products are better for my Eczema?

#DearJuliet: I'm 25 years old and I am been suffering with eczema since I was a child. I find that many creams and bath solutions my doctor gave aren't working for me, I still feel dry and itchy all the time. I literally have been using it off and on for years and it doesn't seem to work. I recently started using natural products such as shea butter and coconut oil and it has been working so well. I have noticed such a huge difference and I really think that natural products work better for me more than using creams prescribed by the doctor. What do you think? Is this a good idea, do you think natural products are better for me? Is it bad if I stop using my prescribed medicine altogether. Liz x

20 Inspirational & Motivational Quotes For When You Need a Confidence Boost

Sometimes you just need a pick me up! You know, something to brighten your day, give you a boost and make you smile, when you just can't think of a reason to. Usually I head over to  a social media page and I go on my favourite accounts that are filled with inspirational quotes. I also try to incorporate some sort of positivity quotes on my instagram and twitter and I thought why not share the kind of things that make me feel a THOUSAND TIMES BETTER!

#DEARJULIET: How Do I Get Clear Skin Without Using Too Much Products?

#DearJuliet: Usually my skin is fine and I see progress and I can physically see its getting better. And then I start getting spots on my face, randomly, and it really messes up my skin and my routine. I feel like there is something I'm doing wrong and I never know what to add to adjust my routine. So basically my question is, how do I clear skin without using much products? Anonymous x

What No One Tells You About Using Makeup On Acne

I have been recently watching a lot of makeup tutorials for hyperpigmentation and acne prone skin on youtube. And after watching a full face beat/ tutorial, I am amazed at how these self-taught makeup artists conceal their imperfections. It often reminds me of why I was inspired to start 'The Science Behind Beauty', because I really wanted a platform, where I could help people look at the science behind skin and tackle a lot of these skincare problems.