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Weekend links #6

It’s been ages since I did a weekend links post, so here’s a new one!

I recently paid a visit to Bystro Cafe (pictured above) as I had heard plenty of pleasant rumblings about the place. It’s just off Sheikh Zayed, for those of you in Dubai, located between Jones the Grocer and Reem Al Bawadi. It’s a lovely big open space with gorgeous chalk artwork, huge windows and seriously good homemade food. They totally get the kid thing too – they have a small corner just for little ones with toys and mini tables and chairs, and one of the lovely staff plonked a babycino in front of Charlie as soon as we sat down! Brilliant. Here are some more pictures of the place…

Bystro Dubai

Bystro Dubai

Oribe finally arrived in Dubai last week and there may have been lots of whooping and cheering from Laura and I. We hit Harvey Nichols in Mall of the Emirates (it’s in the Beyond Beauty section) as soon as it arrived and splashed the cash on some new Dry Texturizing Spray. I also picked up Apres Beach Spray which has changed my life. Yes, I know I am prone to dramatics but guys, I have not used heat on my hair for over a week because it does magical body/texturising things! If you don’t believe me just look at this instagram. The Dry Texturizing Spray is Dhs195 and the Apres Beach is around the same I think. You can also order online from Space NK.

I bought some dainty converse from ASOS a few days ago and I am now waiting impatiently for them to arrive. I’m hoping for great (dainty shaped) things and opted for a kind of washed denim/blue shade. I also ordered this skirt and er, this sweater. You can’t just order one thing from ASOS, right? And while we’re on the subject of online shopping, American Apparel is now finally available in Dubai from Sivvi.com. Here I am in my AA hoodie below – super comfy 🙂

American Apparel Sivvi.com

Blog-wise, I came across Chelsea’s blog a few days ago and I am little bit obsessed. Her style is really classic and easy to replicate and her hair inspires mega texture-envy. She lives in Minneapolis and her outfit pictures are on point. I also want a Starbucks every time I read a new post. I’m sure most of you are already familiar with her blog, I’ve just been a bit slack of late and living under a work-related rock! 🙂

I read Selma Gomez’ Top Shelf on Into The Gloss with unconcealed glee a few days ago. She loves Oribe! She loves candles! She uses Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturiser and Jo Malone Fragrance! I mean, we’re basically the same person, right? (obviously not including Justin Bieber…ew). All joking aside, she has a really refreshing take on skincare and makeup (not that she needs any) so it’s definitely worth a read even if you’re not a fan.

And that’s it really. So where have I been for the last couple of weeks? Literally chained to my desk as a result of deadlines and events, which are mostly over now so things are nearly back to normal. Hope you’re all having a lovely weekend and Eid Mubarak to all my readers!

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The new headshot called for several layers of make The new headshot called for several layers of makeup and lots of glow, in an effort to look natural 😆 ✨ #thethingswedo #makeup
I wrote about my grandmother some time ago, a stro I wrote about my grandmother some time ago, a strong, elegant, educated woman. A writer, a teacher, a mother, a powerhouse. 
A woman who impacted my life in such profound ways, that they’re still revealing themselves, two and a half decades after she left. 
Here I am today, writing for a newspaper that she wrote for many moons ago, about a subject that brings me back in time to her. My first introduction to beauty, to taking care of myself, to respecting myself. 
It’s a full circle moment, but equally, it’s a testament to the enduring power and influence of women. 
A friend gave me a beautiful card this weekend, and on the front it said ‘you’re some woman for one woman’. But I am not one woman. I am my grandmother. I am my mother. 
I am the sum-total of every woman who has ever made space for me. Every woman who raised me, and loved me, and cared for me, and placed a steady hand on my back when I needed it. 
The power of women is truly eternal, it’s everlasting. 
We must never underestimate the impact kind, supportive, trailblazing, inspiring, loving women can have. On a life, on a lifetime. And I am proof of that. 
Here’s to you, Christine ❤️
Never not face-masking ✨ Never not face-masking ✨
A daily topical supplement for your skin? Absolute A daily topical supplement for your skin? Absolutely yes, thanks to Irish brand @sastaskinhealth 🙌🏻

Their Microbiome Booster Serum feeds the skin topically with prebiotic and postbiotic microbiome friendly ingredients that help to improve and support the health and wellbeing of your skin. 

Used morning and evening after cleansing (and before other products), this super lightweight serum works on the immunity of your skin, protecting it from environmental aggressors that can irritate our skin barrier (I think you all know how much I love talking about the skin barrier 😆) 

It’s suitable for all skin types, and is particularly great if you have inflammation, pigmentation, or sensitive, dehydrated skin.

It’s available now from www.sastaskinhealth.com for €45, or choose to go packaging free for €43.

AD #skinmicrobiome #sastaskinhealth #skincarelover #irishskincarebrand
Love this, and everything else in @melodygodfred’s Self Love Poetry book ❤️ 

#selfcare #wordstoliveby #wordstoinspire
Newness from @amandaharringtonlondon that’s wort Newness from @amandaharringtonlondon that’s worthy of all the applause (and a place on the grid 😆).

There are many things I love about AH’s Tonal Tan Drops; they’re easy to use (apply alone or mix a few drops with moisturiser), they buff in beautifully, they’re not sticky, they don’t smell like biscuits, and most importantly - they deliver instant, natural looking results. 

I’m sold, all the way, forever and ever. 
#newfavourites #instanttan #beautyjunkie
LED Face Masks are a form of LED Light Therapy, wh LED Face Masks are a form of LED Light Therapy, which has been around for a very long time - over 30 years in fact. NASA were the first to use it in the eighties in an effort to stimulate plant growth. During the experiments one of NASA's scientists noticed that his skin lesions had started to heal faster, and so began the era of LED Light Therapy.

LED Light Therapy is widely used today in hospital and clinic settings. So much so, that if you have visited a skin clinic for a facial or treatment in recent years, you've probably spent some time under an LED light.

So, what does LED stand for exactly? The answer is Light Emitting Diodes. These are the red and near infra-red lights that are absorbed by your skin cells when you have a treatment in a clinic, or when you wear an LED mask. 

Red Light and Infrared Light are incredible for the skin. They penetrate the deeper layers and stimulate the production of collagen and elastin, soothe inflammation and redness, target fine lines and wrinkles and speed up skin recovery. 

@currentbody have two great LED devices I’ve been using recently; their LED Face Mask, and LED Neck and Dec Perfector. With regular 10 minute treatments (that’s all it takes!) these devices are clinically proven to reduce wrinkles by 35% in just four weeks, and 95% of users say their skintone, texture and tightness improved. 

If you’d like to try them, code SIMONE15 will get you 15% off the entire CBSKIN range on CurrentBody.ie (link in my Stories). 

AD #ledlighttherapy #currentbody #skincare #ledfacemask #dublin
Carry on skincare for this trip; lots of gentle, h Carry on skincare for this trip; lots of gentle, hydrating, repairing products, a pigmentation treatment for PM use and SPF. 

When I travel my main focus is to just keep my skin hydrated and calm. I rarely bring anything new and stick to products my skin responds really well to 🤗 

• @cliniqueuk Take The Day Off Cleansing Balm (for a first and second cleanse) 
• @garnieruk Micellar Water (to remove eye makeup, lipstick, and clean up around the eyes when I’m doing my makeup). 
• @dermalogicauk Peptide Eye Gel (A gorgeous plumping, hydrating eye serum) 
• @charlottetilbury Magic Serum (Love this for hydrating, repairing, brightening. It contains Niacinamide, Vitamin C, Polyglutamic Acid, Glycerin). 
• @avene_uki Hydrance Rehydrating Serum (A longtime favourite, this hydrates and calms dehydrated, sensitive skin. Like a big drink of water for your skin). 
• @avene_uki Mist (For dampening my skin before serums and moisturiser)
• @theinkeylist Mandelic Acid (I use this to spot treat dark spots/pigmentation)
• @biossance Squalane Omega Repair Cream (A rich but lightweight, super hydrating and soothing moisturiser. Totally divine)
• @supergoop Play SPF50 (One of the greatest SPFs ever, basically 😆) 

#travelskincare #travelbeauty #carryonskincare #myskincare
My go to evening outfit: a wrap dress, linen blaze My go to evening outfit: a wrap dress, linen blazer and a nice even layer of @vitaliberata Body Blur 😆 
Such a great product, if you haven’t tried it give it a go 
(I bought shade medium)
Reason 172631 @bylouiseemmaclarke and I are friend Reason 172631 @bylouiseemmaclarke and I are friends: she brings me to vineyards 🤩 
#whataday #vineyardviews #kent
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