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What are your best features?
My blue eyes are my best feature. I dislike my upper arms. I'd love Jennifer Aniston's arms – who wouldn't?

What's your top beauty product?
Nars Skincare and make-up – I have been a convert ever since I discovered it. I like the odd Mac blusher and Dior mascara too.

Would you ever consider having cosmetic surgery?
I have seen some great work for both cosmetic and medical reasons so I would never say never.

Biggest beauty disaster?
Holding a dinner party just after I'd had a fruit acid facial. The facial had worked – but it scared my fellow diners.

What's in your bathroom cabinet?
Nars cleanser and moisturiser, Tom Ford Black Orchid and body cream, my make-up bag and tweezers.

What's your top beauty tip?
Lots of sleep. I'm a seven-hour-a-night girl if I need to be on top form, and I drink at least 1.5 litres of water a day. After that I would say confidence, as when you're confident you glow from within, which is the best and cheapest blusher you can buy.

How long do you take to get ready in the morning?
Thirty minutes on an organised day, one hour when a little bit of thought is required.

Quick wipes or a three-step regime?
I do the full three steps – I'm an old-fashioned Yorkshire girl at heart and there are too many new products to indulge in – so why rush? It really is my 'me' time and one that makes me feel better on the inside.

What's your favourite item of clothing?
My Moschino pink animal-print coat. It is my lucky charm.

Do you prefer a real or bottled tan?
Bit of both, I'm afraid. I know I shouldn't, but nothing makes me feel better than having a honey-coloured all-over tan.

Are you brand loyal?
I could be swayed, but I usually stick to what I know to avoid any repeats of the facial disaster. Once bitten, twice shy.