Three Fun & Fabulous Ways to Celebrate International Women's Day!

8^th March officially marks International Women’s Day, and here at BeautyFeatures HQ, we’re all about celebrating our favourite ladies! Dedicated to honouring the achievements of women all around the world, it’s a day to stand together as a united front and raise awareness of women’s equality, and our beauty writer Shannon has curated a fun list of ways to celebrate and mark the day with your favourite gals…

Have an At-Home Spa Day

When was the last time you took a day to do, well, nothing? With our range of favourites, there’ll be no need to book in a spa treatment when we’ve got all you need for the perfect at-home facial! Try The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1%, a water based serum which seeks to reduce the appearance of blemishes, redness, enlarged pores, uneven tone and oily skin. Simply apply a small amount to your face in the morning and at night before using any oils, moisturizers, or creams. Next up, The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 hydrates and nourishes the skin whilst offering a plumped-up appearance. For further plumping, skincare lovers will enjoy The Ordinary Buffet, designed to tackle multiple signs of aging at once. Not only does it reduce fine lines and wrinkles, but it also helps to fade dark spots, hydrate, brighten and promote a firm, smooth appearance! For removing makeup, dirt and impurities, The Inkey List Oat Cleansing Balm is ideal for this step in your routine as you cleanse the stress of the day away. What’s more, why not indulge further by leaving it on as a nourishing mask for 10 minutes? And to complete your at-home pamper routine, a night cream is much-needed necessity. Decleor Baume De Nuit (Night Balm) Neroli Bigarade will soothe and soften, replenishing the skin to start again the next day feeling refreshed!

Get Glammed Up

Get together with your girls for some glam time – whether you’re hitting the town or simply having an at-home photoshoot, there’s nothing quite like a makeover! Stick to your tried-and-tested routine, or go all out with some new contenders. We’ve got a range of favourites if you’re thinking of venturing out, such as the ever-popular SOSU Blender Sponge, designed so that you can blend your way to a flawless complexion. Prep and prime your skin to perfection with The Ordinary High Spreadability Fluid Primer. It’s lightweight and silky, so it’s ideal for sitting under your makeup without you even noticing it’s there. Check out our range of Foundations & Concealers to meet your perfect match and make cheekbones pop with the Revolution Liquid Highlighter for a party-perfect finish. Don’t forget that no look would be complete without some lippie, and the Inglot Kiss Catcher Lipsticks will be a fabulous finishing touch to your glam!

Go for a New ‘Do!

There’s something fierce and all-empowering about a new look, especially a new haircut or colour. If it’s out with the old and in with the new for you, the options are endless, with a range of possibilities available. Opt for choices like a daring pixie cut to a fab fringe, or why not push the boat out and go for a completely new hue? The Moroccanoil Color Depositing Masks are the perfect way to sample a new shade without fully committing to it. Choose anything from an icy platinum to a marine blue! Lasting only for a few washes, you can even try a new colour every few weeks! And it’s totally safe, too – the mask formula ensures that colour meets care as your locks are replenished and conditioned deeply while you sport your new colour. Now that your tresses are cared for, there remains the million-dollar question…What colour will you go for? I know I’ve got my sights set on the rose gold…

And there you have it! What will you do to mark the occasion this year? Until next time!