All about Perfume and Beauty

Feminine, flowing haute couture gowns with layers of billowing fabric in soft pretty colours are the trademark of designer Elie Saab. His perfumes are an extension of this unabashedly elegant style.

Rose scented fragrances are trending in 2016 with many of the powerhouse designer brands including Dolce and Gabbana and Giorgio Armani all set to release flankers showcasing the Crimson petaled flower later this year.

Summer is just around the corner, there's no better time to start preparing your skin for those long, hot, summer days.

The Kardashians have made contouring a household trend but for those of us without a personal makeup artist, the big name brands have got you covered with fool proof contour kits created for beginners.

Find out your significant others favourite fragrance - if he doesn't have one, pick your own favourite for men. After all, you're the one that has to smell it on him! Another option is to keep in mind his lifestyle and how he chooses to use cologne. Is he a special occasions only kinda guy? If so you could go for something intense and masculine like Jean Paul Gaultier Le Male. More of an everyday wearer? Chrome by Azzaro is a clean, crisp scent that will stay shower fresh all day long.

We're all a little time poor in the mornings and often it can be your beauty routine that suffers the most cut backs to ensure you're out the door on time. Whether you have slept through your alarm or the kids just wouldn't cooperate, these hacks will streamline your makeup application meaning you can get your face on and still have time for breakfast!

The number one reason to try the blending sponge is the finish you can achieve. Working best when dampened, the sponge can be used to both apply and blend a product. When used with a bouncing, stippling motion, the sponge presses foundation into the skin allowing you to get more coverage using less of your chosen base – all the while creating a professional, flawless finish.

Gifting perfume doesn’t have to be stressful but how can you be sure you have made the right choice?

The hottest gift idea at the top of all our wish lists this year is the Clarisonic Pedi System. You may be familiar with the brands sonic cleansing devices for the face; however the revolutionary Pedi System is available exclusively at Cosmetics Fragrance Direct.

Summer is just around the corner so what better way to welcome the endless sunshine than with a healthy glow. There is no need to put your health on the line for bronzed skin, all that is required for a natural sun-kissed look is fake tan.

A fragrance has the ability to become the wearer's sensory signature. It can be an extension of our individual personalities, so when choosing a signature scent look for a fragrance that reflects elements of your personality. The perfect perfume should effortlessly mingle and become one with your skin.