Model Emma Louise Connolly can always be relied upon to spread the joy. Whether it's sharing fuss-free recipes from her London pad with fiancé Oliver Proudlock (of Made In Chelsea fame), pranking said fiancé and sharing it on Instagram stories, much to the delight of her 400k+ following, or doling out her secrets to an instant mood boost or two to Grazia. Here she does just that. Cue book recommendations, recipe tips and beauty favourites a plenty.
The song I listen to when I need a boost: I’m an old school gal, absolutely anything George Michael or Fleetwood Mac, or Elton John - can I have three?
The book I can’t put down: I am just starting Dear Female Founder which was recommended to me by my cousin, who has excellent taste.
My go-to feelgood recipe: Spaghetti with good olive oil, chilli and garlic. So easy, it takes 10 minutes to make and is super satisfying.
The Instagram account that brings me joy: @influencersinthewild. It makes me properly LOL and also keeps me on the edge of my seat as I am convinced one day, I’ll see a video of my fiancé, Ollie lying in the pavement taking photos of me.
What never fails to make me smile: My family and friends. A quick call on FaceTime goes a long way, especially now.
My go-to supplement: Apple cider vinegar pills.
My favourite at-home workout: Pamela Reif YouTube workouts. Pamela and I are both signed with Puma and have been together all over the world on various Puma trips and activations. It is fun to train with her from the comfort of my living room.
My feel-good at-home beauty routine: I have to be honest, I don’t actually follow a strict beauty routine. I am quite impatient and find long routines a faff. I do however get simple pleasure out of washing my face with Skinceuticals blemish and age cleansing gel. And if I need a further pick me up, Clinique Even Better Glow, £27, foundation gives your skin a light (sometime necessary!) filter. To see Emma's full beauty routine, from skincare through to make-up favourites, watch her how-to video here.
If you’re too busy to laugh, you are too busy
My failsafe face mask: Skinceuticals Clarifying Clay Masque, £60, I also love Garnier’s sheet mask range.
Another song that makes me smile: Patrice Rushen's Forget Me Nots.
The smell that lifts my mood: The smell of Ollie. Or the smell of sausages cooking, it's a close call.
The movie I’ll happily watch again and again: Bridget Jones’ Diary.
The Netflix show I tell everyone to watch: Tiger King, wild! No pun intended.
My happy place: Home sweet home.
A final feelgood note from me: If you’re too busy to laugh, you are too busy.
Shop: Emma Louise Connolly's Favourite Beauty Buys
Emma Louise Connolly Beauty Make-Up Skincare
1 of 14Glossier Perfecting Skin Tint, £20
'Glossier perfecting skin tin in G9. I bought this and the concealer after seeing it on an IG ad and I LOVE it.'
2 of 14Maybelline Color Sensational Lip Liner, £3.99
'Maybelline velvet beige lip liner (I've loved this for years and years) and Maybelline brow precise)'
3 of 14Gucci Éclat De Beauté Effet Lumière Gel Face Gloss,
'I use this on my lips and face as highlight. I LOVE it.'
4 of 14Milk Makeup Mini Lip + Cheek, £16.50
'This is the dreamy Milk Makeup blush. No surprise it's sold out.' You can still find the mini versions on Cult Beauty (hurrah)!
5 of 14SkinCeuticals Blemish + Age Defense Serum, £85
6 of 14SkinCeuticals Phloretin CF Serum, £150
7 of 14Clinique Moisture Surge SPF25 Sheertint Hydrator, £30
8 of 14Clinique Even Better Glow™ Light Reflecting Makeup SPF15, £25.20
9 of 14Shu Uemura Art of Hair Clay Definer, £25.90
10 of 14Darphin Nourishing Stain, £25
11 of 14L'Occitane Delicious Multi-Balm, £20
12 of 14Charlotte Tilbury Beauty Light Wand, £29
13 of 14Hourglass Veil Powder Brush, £58
14 of 14Benefit Benetint Lip And Cheek Stain, £25.50
'I use Benetint on my lips and cheeks,' said Emma Louise Connolly on her Instagram Stories, 'I find it's the most natural pinky flush and I've just always stuck to it.' Emma also made reference to the product's staying power, 'it lasts forever.'
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