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Confessions of a recovering beauty junkie (Part Two: The 90s)
Second in a 5-part series chronicling my cosmetic follies across the decades. Today: the perpetual quest to be a Total Betty, not a Monet
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Confessions of a recovering beauty junkie - Part One: The 80s
First in a 5-part series chronicling my cosmetic follies across the decades. Today: It was acceptable in the 80s
Feb 3
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Itchy, flaky scalp? Head and Shoulders probably isn't the solution
If you’re scared to wear black and your head hurts, let’s sort out your haircare routine
Jan 27
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WTF is... double shampooing anyway?
Don't pick up that second bottle until you've read this
Jan 20
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5 extremely easy ways to save money on your skincare routine
In this economy? Save your pennies AND do less. THE DREAM.
Jan 13
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Your 10 skincare resolutions for 2026
This year: no more expensive mistakes, shattered dreams or unsightly rashes
Jan 6
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The skincare brands you are categorically not allowed to buy your teens/pre-teens this Christmas
And what you can do and buy instead
Dec 19, 2025
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All about MY rhinoplasty
Dec 8, 2023
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More of my low-cost hero skincare products
Nov 24, 2023
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The Pain Scale
Aug 20, 2023
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What Cosmetic Work Am I Considering RIGHT NOW?
Nov 3, 2023
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How to survive unhelpful conversations about your appearance at Christmas
Dec 12, 2023
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The 6 rules of cosmetic work
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The 6 Rules of Cosmetic Work (per me)
Thinking of getting cosmetic work? Read this first...
May 28, 2024
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Rule 6 of Cosmetic Work - A Deep Dive
Don’t lie to others about any cosmetic work you’ve had done.
Sep 12, 2023
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Rule 5 of Cosmetic Work - A Deep Dive
No more than two cosmetic surgeries per body part in a lifetime.
Sep 12, 2023
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Rule 4 of Cosmetic Work - A Deep Dive
Do not pay for cosmetic work with borrowed money. Do not get work that you cannot afford.
Sep 12, 2023
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Rule 3 of Cosmetic Work - A Deep Dive
Do meticulous research about your surgeon/aesthetician.
Sep 4, 2023
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Getting Work Done
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Why does it suddenly feel like everyone's getting a facelift?
You're not completely imagining it, but there's also more to this than meets the eye...
Oct 7, 2025
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WTF is... a thread lift anyway?
(Spoiler: A Very Bad Idea, is what)
May 6, 2025
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Everything you need to astound and impress your family this Christmas
...if these beauty-related topics come up (which they almost certainly will)
Dec 17, 2024
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Should you get cosmetic work?
This flowchart can help you make the right decision for YOU
Sep 10, 2024
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Everything you ever wanted to know about microblading, but were afraid to ask
Permanent Scouse Brow, or face-framing delight?
Jul 19, 2024
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WTF is...?
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WTF is... double shampooing anyway?
Don't pick up that second bottle until you've read this
Jan 20
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WTF are... sebaceous filaments anyway?
Blackheads' misunderstood cousin; find out more about these confusing little bastards
Nov 4, 2025
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WTF is... a thread lift anyway?
(Spoiler: A Very Bad Idea, is what)
May 6, 2025
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WTF are... retinoids anyway?
More Vitamin A - and these ones came to party
Apr 29, 2025
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WTF is... retinol anyway?
Vitamin A for beginners - what you need to know
Apr 22, 2025
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Skincare
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Confessions of a recovering beauty junkie (Part Two: The 90s)
Second in a 5-part series chronicling my cosmetic follies across the decades. Today: the perpetual quest to be a Total Betty, not a Monet
Feb 10
2
2
Confessions of a recovering beauty junkie - Part One: The 80s
First in a 5-part series chronicling my cosmetic follies across the decades. Today: It was acceptable in the 80s
Feb 3
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Not Born With It
6
2
1
Itchy, flaky scalp? Head and Shoulders probably isn't the solution
If you’re scared to wear black and your head hurts, let’s sort out your haircare routine
Jan 27
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Not Born With It
6
1
2
5 extremely easy ways to save money on your skincare routine
In this economy? Save your pennies AND do less. THE DREAM.
Jan 13
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1
Your 10 skincare resolutions for 2026
This year: no more expensive mistakes, shattered dreams or unsightly rashes
Jan 6
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