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Welcome to MK Beauty!

I'm Melissa, a writer and content strategist with over a decade of experience in the health, beauty, wellness, and well-being sectors!

This blog is dedicated to all my OBSESSION for all things beauty. Join me in exploring the latest trends, time-tested rituals, and the science behind beauty, and let's discover some new favourites!

Speak soon,

The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid 2% Review - Does It Really Work?

Melissa Keen

May 25, 20242 min read

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The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid 2% Review - Does It Really Work?

We all know Hyaluronic Acid is having a bit of a moment in the skincare world right now (does anyone else immediately think of Eva...

'Soleil Tan De Chanel', aka 'Les Beiges Bronzing Cream' Cream Bronzer

Melissa Keen

Mar 23, 20242 min read

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'Soleil Tan De Chanel', aka 'Les Beiges Bronzing Cream' Cream Bronzer

Well hello my pretties! Just a quick one today to discuss one of my all-time favourite cream bronzers. As a pale gal, I like to warm my...

The CurrentBody LED Light Therapy Mask - Is It Worth the Money?

Melissa Keen

Mar 2, 20244 min read

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The CurrentBody LED Light Therapy Mask - Is It Worth the Money?

Hey! In case you've had your head buried recently, LED masks are having a bit of a moment. Everyone from red carpet royalty to Sharon up...

Heaven BeePeel Face Peel Product Review - My Face Had a Rash for DAYS!

Melissa Keen

Jan 17, 20242 min read

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Heaven BeePeel Face Peel Product Review - My Face Had a Rash for DAYS!

Hey gang, I was given this product at a Beauty Awards show a few years ago. It wasn't a brand that was particularly on my radar, but...

'Hourglass Skin Illusion Tint' Review - Not What I was Expecting?!

Melissa Keen

Nov 20, 20233 min read

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'Hourglass Skin Illusion Tint' Review - Not What I was Expecting?!

Hey! Before I start, I just want to apologise for the hideous blue cast on these photos. I was testing a new set of lights which had...

Melissa Keen

Nov 13, 20232 min read

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Jimmy Choo Exotic Perfume Review

Heyyyy! I felt it was about time to do another perfume review. This one is a limited edition summer fragrance by Jimmy Choo called...

Melissa Keen

Oct 25, 20232 min read

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Lash Sensational Serum & Mascara

Been meaning to write about this for ages, but better late than never I guess?! The Maybelline Lash Sensational Mascara has caused quite...

Natura Siberica Snow Cladonia Day Cream - Review

Melissa Keen

Sep 23, 20202 min read

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Natura Siberica Snow Cladonia Day Cream - Review

Hey guys! I've finally used this moisturiser up so I thought it would be a good time to review it. I've used quite a few items now by...

'Antipodes Kiwi Seed Oil Lip Conditioner' Review

Melissa Keen

Sep 12, 20202 min read

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'Antipodes Kiwi Seed Oil Lip Conditioner' Review

Sorry for the blue cast on these pictures, I was using a new set of lights (which clearly need new bulbs) and I couldn't edit it out...

Melissa Keen

Aug 29, 20201 min read

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D&G L'Imperatrice Perfume

I haven't reviewed a perfume in a while so I thought I'd talk about one of my favourite fresh scents this summer! The D&G 3 L'Imperatrice...

Melissa Keen

Aug 15, 20203 min read

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Missha Essence Sun Milk SPF 50

Hello! Let's talk SPF. We should all be wearing SPF on our faces every single day if we're serious about anti-ageing and keeping our skin...

Melissa Keen

May 23, 20202 min read

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Kiehls Midnight Recovery Concentrate

Hey! I've had this serum for ages and only just got round to doing a review for it - soz! Kiehl's Midnight Recovery Concentrate is a...

uTan & Tone Coconut Tanning Water Product Review

Melissa Keen

Jul 13, 20192 min read

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uTan & Tone Coconut Tanning Water Product Review

Attention, fellow redheads (or anyone naturally pale, for that matter)! Do you dream of glowing, sunkissed skin? A beautiful tan without...

Kevyn Aucoin - The Sculpting Contour Powder

Melissa Keen

Feb 16, 20192 min read

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Kevyn Aucoin - The Sculpting Contour Powder

Kevyn Aucoin's "The Sculpting Contour Powder" is a coveted item of makeup regularly seen in celebrity makeup bags. It's not cheap - at...

Melissa Keen

Dec 29, 20182 min read

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Chanel Rouge Coco Baume

Hey! Welcome back - or if you're new, welcomeeeee! I love a good lip balm, so I was excited to finally get my hands on this bad boy....

Melissa Keen

Dec 15, 20182 min read

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Estee Lauder Sensuous Nude Perfume

Hey guys! Haven't done a perfume review in a while, so here we go... my favourite Estee Lauder perfume and one of my all-time favourites...

EXPENSIVE Foreo Luna vs CHEAP Facial Cleansing Brush

Melissa Keen

Dec 9, 20183 min read

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EXPENSIVE Foreo Luna vs CHEAP Facial Cleansing Brush

Hey guys, welcome back - or if you're new, welcome! I've been after the Foreo Luna Facial Cleansing Brush for a day and an age, but at...

Melissa Keen

Dec 3, 20172 min read

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Saaf

Hey! I discovered Saaf a while ago after trying their Body Balm (which smells like a salon and leaves skin slick and wonderfully soft!)...

Estee Lauder Nail Varnish in Tempting Melon

Melissa Keen

Oct 29, 20170 min read

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Estee Lauder Nail Varnish in Tempting Melon

Melissa Keen

Oct 1, 20172 min read

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L'Oreal Nude Magique Cushion Foundation

Hey guys! I wanted to share with you my current favourite light foundation to wear - the L'Oreal Nude Magique Cushion! I've been using...

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