January Update!

I had a lovely Christmas and New Year break, I hope you did too!

New Year was nice and quiet this year we visited Cley in Norfolk for a few days just me, my husband and our little pooch. It was freezing but sunny at least so we enjoyed some lovely country and beach walks alongside hearty pub stops.

I had three stand out fabulous Christmas presents this year a Joseph Joseph makeup station with mirror for my own personal use instead of a makeup bag overspilling and a separate brush set and a separate mirror it holds everything in one place and also a signed Bobbi Brown book which I devoured in a couple of days (I read all of Bobbi's books as teenager and she inspired me greatly to become a makeup artist) plus my cosy John Lewis new slippers which I literally barely take off.

I hate January and winter in general is just awful for me so I tend to hibernate as much as I possibly can... there has been a lot of Netflix and chill mode activated!  Also finishing off lots of Christmas left over chocolates and cakes...finally finished the delicious Christmas cake I made too.

My Chosen Guiding word for 2026 is "JOY" and I am truly trying to find joy in everything I do and bring a little joy to others.  I am making time for painting this year and when not in my makeup studio working I have been painting which has certainly brought me immense joy!

I have even been enjoying getting arty with my breakfast presentation!

It has certainly been a busy time for bookings this month and next year is looking very busy for weddings already so do book suppliers early to avoid any disappointment!

I have held a few makeup workshops this month which I really enjoyed and I have met some lovely ladies along the way.  I am planning lots more throughout this year so do keep an eye on my instagram and website for updates if you are interested. It has also been lovely meeting lots of my 2026 Brides for their pre-wedding trials as well.   I am looking forward to working at some gorgeous local venues over the coming months.

For all Bridal booking enquiries see www.nikimakeup.co.uk and event/shoot enquiries www.nikimakeup.com

FRIDAY FAVE! Charlotte's Magic cream

Charlotte Tilbury's magic cream is a firm favourite in my pro-makeup kit.

This is the first product that Charlotte created, born backstage to revive supermodel's skin. This will make your skin glow and your makeup will thank you for it too!

Contains SPF 15 & Hyaluronic acid + vitamins C & E + peptide complex. These ingredients work to smooth, brighten, hydrate, calm and plump the skin.  Also contains Camellia oil to give a dewy complexion.

Four available sizes 15ml, 30ml, 50ml and 10ml and refillable sizes are also available in the 50ml and 150ml (£28-£195).

I personally love as you open inside the box the method of the "Tilbury Tap" a five minute facial massage you can do to promote elasticity and the skin's appearance, it is a great opportunity for some daily self care.

1. COMPLEXION BOOST

Start from the lower cheek, sweep the cream out & up. Tap fingertips across the cheeks, avoiding the eye contour.

2. DEFINE CONTOURS

Place fingers under cheekbones and, applying light pressure, smooth outwards and upwards along the cheekbone

3. DEFINE JAWLINE

Gently pinch chin with fingers, moving up and along your jawline in one sweeping motion.

4. SMOOTH FURROWS

Starting in the middle of the forehead, massage in circular motions moving out to the temples. Pat the excess into the skin using your ring fingers.

5. MASSAGE NECK AND DÉCOLLETAGE

Applying gentle pressure, massage along the décolletage and up to the neck in an upward lifting motion.

I love to apply this to my clients ten minutes before makeup so that makeup sits beautifully on top and looks radiant.

The jar also looks gorgeous especially if on display on a dressing table and not in the bathroom cabinet like mine!

A firm "Friday Fave"!

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