What are the 5 skin types?
At Sweet Cecily’s, Dorrie, Beth and Sophie, all have very different skin types. At a young age, it was clear to me (Sophie) with the eczema on my arms and face that I had dry skin. However, I remember...
View ArticleBasic Skincare Routine
Here at Sweet Cecily’s, we all have varying different types of skincare routines, but what we all share is a need for simplicity! Whether you lead a busy life and don’t have a lot of time to fit in...
View Article5 reasons why switching to Natural Skincare is good for your Skin & the...
In recent years, many people have made the jump into the world of natural skincare products, with everyone having differing reasons. The makeup and skincare market is mainly made up of synthetic...
View ArticleThe Rise of Minimalism in Skincare
Minimalism in Skincare has occasionally popped up throughout the last century. Featuring in the 1930’s when women believed that less was seen as more. They would use products such as olive oil and...
View ArticleFlavours, Fragrances & Oils: The Natural Ingredients used in skincare products
In this blog, we aim to demystify the natural ingredients that are commonly found in Skincare products. We will be covering; Essential oils Fixed oils Flavours Fragrances Micas We will describe which...
View ArticleMakeup and Skincare: How it has changed through the years
Makeup and Skincare has changed dramatically over the many years that it has been used to improve skin health and beauty. However, in this current day we find ourselves using products that aren’t that...
View ArticleNatural Skincare Products for Oily Skin
Growing up, trying to understand what skin type you have can be a difficult thing. With the millions of products on shop shelves, it can be daunting to know what’s good for your skin and what may cause...
View ArticleWhat should my morning skincare routine be?
What should my morning skincare routine be? Most people don’t know it, but your skin needs different products when it comes to morning and night. In the morning you need to get your skin prepped for...
View ArticleEvening Skincare Routine
An evening skincare routine can often be deemed as a low priority in our busy daily lives… Many people don’t see it as an important part of the day and therefore, will go to sleep without looking after...
View ArticleWhat are ‘chemicals’ in skincare?
What exactly are ‘chemicals’ in skincare? Sweet Cecily’s explore……. The world of skincare can be one that inspires confusion and a real felt sense of elitism. The products we use can often contain...
View ArticleHandmade Skincare, what does it mean?
Here at Sweet Cecily’s we specialise in producing handmade skincare. If you have ever bought a product from us, you may be wondering where it comes from and what are the processes involved in turning...
View ArticleNatural Skincare Products for Dry Skin
Caring for dry skin can feel like a chore, and I know this personally because since childhood, I have suffered with Eczema on my arms and face. Finding products that weren’t just moisturising but also...
View ArticleInternational Women’s Day 2022
Today, we are celebrating International Women’s Day. The 2022 theme for IWD is #Breakthebias. The campaign is about spreading awareness about gender bias, and call for equality for women. The aim is to...
View ArticleHow to get rid of Spots?
We have all been there when we are looking forward to a special event and then suddenly there’s an unwanted visitor on our face. Spots may appear for several reasons including the consuming of junk...
View Article6 Frequently Asked Skincare Questions
The world of skincare can often be intimidating and sometimes hard to navigate around. There are so many different aspects to understanding what is good or bad for the health of your skin. In this...
View Article7 Thoughtful Mother’s Day Gift Ideas
Mother’s Day is just around the corner (27th March) so we are back again with another gift guide to help you find the perfect present for the main woman in your life. We’ve curated a list of small...
View ArticleWhy Avocados are also great for your skin as well as being tasty!
History of Avocados Avocados came to their height of popularity during the 2010s when Mexican food began getting more popular in western countries – particularly Guacamole. In Canada alone, 250 million...
View ArticleWe are attending a Market!
Tomorrow, Dorrie and I will be heading to Base Camp Middlesbrough for their Spring Market. As it is the day before Mother’s Day, it’s only right that the theme of the market is Bring Your Own Mam. We...
View ArticleTrue or False? Skincare Edition
When it comes to beauty and skincare you get opinions from everyone; grandparents, siblings, friends, influencers, and the internet. People may tell you some ‘tips’ that sound absolutely ridiculous,...
View ArticleHow does your skin change as you age?
Throughout this blog we are going to be answering some common questions on what happens to your skin during each stage of life such as puberty, pregnancy, and menopause. What happens to your skin...
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