Celebrating my mother & everything she’s taught me…

don’t think that we should celebrate our mothers on just one day, I think we should celebrate them on every day. They are there for us when we need them, they pick us up when we fall, they watch us grow and they guide us no matter what. My mum is like my best friend and what I love is that we get to share all our tips and tricks with each other, whether it be about fashion (Yes you all know I’ve taken her handbags and shoes – what amazing condition she’s kept them in!) or beauty. My mum always knows the answer to whatever it may be. So, to celebrate this Mothering Sunday, I’m sharing with you the five most important lessons my mother has taught me about skin care and beauty – after all, Mother knows best!

1

Hydrate, Hydrate, Hydrate!

There is literally no better medicine for your skin than water. You should be drinking at least 2 litres of water a day. My mum knows better than anyone that I am pretty useless at this on most days but when I do hydrate I notice an amazing difference in my skin – it’s so amazing what a little bit of water can do for you! Just by increasing my water intake, I felt like my break outs were less intense – this was when I was drinking at least 2 litres of water a day. I also suggest a glass of water after caffeinated drinks!

2

Never Sleep With Make-Up On

No matter what time you come home, no matter how many drinks you’ve had, no matter whether you’ve had a long hard day, NEVER, I repeat never, sleep with your make up on! Cleansing and washing your face before you go to bed is one of the most important things to do for your skin – it allows your skin to breathe and prevents further break outs. I like to moisturise my face before I sleep as well with an almond oil.

3

Keep It Natural

My mother is so conscious about what she puts on her skin and by extension so am I. I try to go for products that are natural – after all putting a ton of chemicals on your face is not really healthy! I like to go for products that have natural ingredients and also that suit my skin. It’s so important to try and see what suits you and go with that! This isn’t just about what you put on your face – it’s also about your hair!. Try and keep your hair away from your face as much as possible to prevent break outs and make sure you are using a shampoo that is kind not only to your hair but also to your scalp and skin.

4

Eat For Your Skin

Eating habits are so important for having good skin. Everything in moderation and making sure that you’re getting your vitamins is important for healthy glowing skin. I’ve recently cut down massively on my refined sugar intake and have of course been eating better (thanks mum!) and I’ve seen a huge difference in my skin! Eating with the season is also very important – try to avoid anything that makes your body feel to heavy because that usually results in your skin breaking out! (Dried fruits are such a huge culprit, although they seem like such a good snack – avoid! Replace them with almonds instead, good for your skin and good for your metabolism!)

5

It’s About What’s On the Inside

To look and feel good on the outside, means you need to look and feel good on the inside. No matter what, always remember that beauty on the inside leads to a glow on the outside! When you feel happy, when you start the day with a positive note, it shows on the outside and it shows on your skin. I see that first hand – on days when Im upset my skin reacts as badly as I am feeling! So try to stay positive and keep the good vibes flowing!

I wish I was with my mom to celebrate Mother’s Day with her but she knows I’m sending her so much love from London! If you’re looking to treat your mum to some special beauty products this Mothers Day, why not check out the Debenhams beauty section? They sent me a little goodie package to share with my mum and it really has the cutest things!

Thank you Debenhams for patterning with me on this post.

What are your favourite skin tips?