Eid sneaks up on us every single year like it wasn’t on the same Islamic calendar it’s always been on. One minute you’re thinking ‘I’ve got ages’ and the next you’re panic scrolling Amazon at midnight wondering if next day delivery is still on the table. Heyy I’m Shaz mum of four, former bridal makeup […]
It’s the night before Eid. I’ve got four kids running riot, a husband who has suddenly decided it’s the perfect time to ask what’s for suhoor and I’m standing in my living room at 11pm thinking, why does this place look so… beige? Sound familiar? I’m Shaz a London based mum of four: a former
After 16 years in the beauty industry surrounded by things followed by a complete career pivot and the chaos that comes with raising kids aged 4 to 18…I desperately needed some breathing room. I’m Shaz and if you’d told me five years ago that I’d be writing about buying less things instead of promoting the latest beauty products
Let me be honest with you from the start…when I first heard about minimalism, I thought it was just for those Instagram influencers with their perfectly white walls and two carefully placed succulents. You know the ones I’m talking about! As a Bengali mum with four kids ranging from 18 to 4, living in London,
More Than Just Another Weight Loss Story… Disclaimer: I am not a health professional nor do I give out any medical advice. This is merely my experience, my story. Heyy so let’s get one thing straight…this isn’t your typical weight loss narrative filled with unrealistic expectations and miraculous overnight transformations. This is a raw, unfiltered
Have you noticed a shift on YouTube lately? Some of the channels gaining the most traction aren’t run by 20-somethings with ring lights and trendy filters. They’re powered by real people… everyday women, mums, and creators over 40… quietly sharing their wisdom, stories, and skills. No fancy editing. No dancing. No pressure to be perfect.
Hi, I’m Shaz. I’m a British Bengali mum of four living in the UK, and recently, I decided to take a proper break. Not just from my freelance hair and makeup work, but from something much bigger. I stepped away from social media completely for 30 days. What started as a simple experiment turned into
Why I Quit Freelancing Hair & Makeup in My 40s – Choosing Presence Over Pressure For years, I worked as a freelance hair and makeup artist. I loved being creative, helping people feel confident, and being part of those special moments in their lives. But as I approached my 40s…something shifted. I want to share
Organising for Eid Celebrations Eid is a time of joy, gratitude, and togetherness. For British South Asian Muslims, it’s a celebration that brings together family, friends, and community in a beautiful blend of faith and culture. However, hosting Eid gatherings can also feel overwhelming, especially when balancing the demands of cooking, cleaning, and entertaining guests.
The Chaos Before the Calm Let me introduce myself. I’m Shaz, a 38-year-old Londoner with a life that used to look like a TK Maxx explosion had gone nuclear with my nan’s inherited knick-knack collection. Every surface was a storage unit. Every corner? A memory hoarder’s absolute paradise. Sound familiar? My Cultural Chaos Backstory Growing
