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The ZIIP Halo for jowls and jawline | my first impressions of the at-home facial device plus an exclusive discount code

11/10/2026

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As I approach 60, I’ve noticed a softer jawline appearing alongside my fine lines. It is all part of getting older and I am very happy to embrace my age - I feel much more confident now than I did in my 20s.  I’ve mentioned before on my blog that I have no plans to go down the surgery or Botox route.  Instead, I use potions and tools that helps me look after my skin and feel good about myself.  It is about working with what I’ve got and choosing products and devices that suit me.  With that in mind, I’ve been taking a closer look at an at-home facial device for jowls and jawline definition. Have you heard of the ZIIP Halo?

I have been trying the ZIIP over the last week or so and my first impressions are very positive. It is a lovely little device, but what has impressed me most is the attention to detail, particularly the clear instructions, the app and the assortment of gels available. Everything feels thoughtfully put together to help you understand how to use it and make it as easy part of your routine you want to use.

This is more of an introduction to the ZIIP Halo than a long-term review, as I’m still early into my journey with it and haven’t been using it long enough to judge the full results yet.
That said, I’ve been really impressed with it so far. I’m already enjoying using it as part of my routine and, at this stage, it still feels like a really worthwhile investment. I’ve heard so many experts talk about microcurrent and the benefits of incorporating it into your skincare routine.
 
I’m really excited to see what the results look like with consistent use too. But, for now, I’ll be sharing what I’ve noticed so far, and how I’ve been using the ZIIP Halo and why I’m looking forward to seeing what it can do over time.
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This blog post has been sponsored by ZIIP Halo.
Get 10% off ZIIP Halo using my code FIFTYFAB.
ZIIP Halo for Jowls on the dressing table alongside all four gels
The ZIIP Halo at-home facial device comes with a selection of gels to try

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Shower oil for dry skin | how I am keeping my skin soft and glowing in midlife

28/9/2026

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Dry skin is something I have become much more aware of as I have got older. We often talk about the changes we notice in our faces during and after menopause, but the skin on our bodies can become drier too.

For me, it is particularly noticeable on my arms, the back of my hands, my lower legs and chest. Sunshine, central heating, colder weather and long hot baths and showers can all leave my skin needing more attention than it did when I was younger.

I have always been good at looking after my face, but I admit that body care has sometimes been more of an afterthought. I would use whichever shower gel or bar of soap happened to be in the bathroom, then promise myself I would apply body lotion afterwards. Quite often, I wouldn’t.

My nail technician was regularly commenting on my dry arms or dry legs when I'd go in for a manicure or pedicure!

So I have been trying to improve my skin by thinking about how I cleanse my body in the first place, and a shower oil for dry skin has made such a positive difference.

This post is sponsored by Besque and contains an affiliate link.
Please use the link below to receive 15% off your order.
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Shower oil for dry skin, I took the Besque Luxury Shower Oil with me to Sardinia

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How to shop the Black Friday sales without buying things you don't need

28/9/2026

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Black Friday seems to get bigger every year and more overwhelming! My inbox is always inundated the week before and the week after, it's no longer a single day of discounts but weeks of offers, early access offers and reminders not to miss out!

I do love a bargain and I will often use Black Friday to shop for Christmas gifts, especially if my children have asked for something specific but I try to avoid buying for the sake of buying (just because something is on a special offer).

Black Friday is a useful opportunity to get ahead with presents, replace things we genuinely need or buy something we have had our eye on for a while. But it is also very easy to get caught up in the excitement and end up with things we didn't really want in the first place.

For me previous Black Friday buys have included hair straighteners, a leather biker jacket and winter boots, all of which are still loved, used and appreciated.  This year I have my eye on a travel hairdryer!

I have become much more thoughtful about shopping as I have got older and I am trying to make better decisions about what I bring into my wardrobe and my home and now have regular sort outs and sell on Vinted.
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So, rather than sharing a huge list of things to buy, I thought I would put together a few practical tips for shopping the Black Friday sales without getting carried away.

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Can an at-home laser improve crow's feet and smile lines?  My Tria FRX review

4/9/2026

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Crow’s feet, smile lines, frown lines and changes in our skin texture are all a completely natural part of getting older. I certainly don’t expect my skin to look the way it did in my 30s, nor would I want it to, I'm happy for the life I've lived to show in my face . But that doesn’t mean I’m not interested in beauty treatments that might help my skin look a little smoother, brighter and healthier as I approach 60.  Especially if it's from the more affordable at-home treatments!

I have been sent the new Tria FRX Skin Rejuvenating Laser to try at home. It is designed to improve the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, pigmentation and uneven skin texture using fractional laser technology.

Although crow’s feet are one of the most common areas of concern for women in midlife, the area I notice most on my own face is around my mouth. My smile lines, especially on one side, have become more pronounced over recent years,  It's one area where I have vaguely wondered about a filler treatment!

I’m never entirely comfortable with the phrase 'anti-ageing'. Ageing is inevitable and smiling, laughing and living a full life will naturally leave their mark on our faces. But I am interested in supporting my skin as it changes and finding out whether an at-home laser can help soften the appearance of some of those lines.

In this post, I’m sharing my first experience of using the Tria FRX, how easy it is to incorporate into an evening routine and what it actually feels like to use. I will update the post once I have completed a longer course of treatments, as it would be unrealistic to judge the final results after only a few weeks.

This post is sponsored by Tria and contains an affiliate link.
Please use my 10% off discount code below.
Can an at-home laser improve crow's feet and smile lines?  My Tria FRX review
Sharing on honest review and first impressions of the Tria FRX Skin Rejuvenating Laser

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