As the sun began to rise, casting a soft glow through the curtains, she awoke to the familiar sound of her alarm clock. It was 6:00 AM — the start of her meticulously crafted high maintenance routine. With a deep breath, she swung her legs out of bed and slipped into her plush slippers, relishing the comfort as her feet touched the cool wooden floor.

First on her agenda was a refreshing face wash, followed by a series of serums and moisturisers, each applied with the precision of a seasoned artisan. She could spend a good half-hour in front of the mirror, carefully sculpting her eyebrows and perfecting her skin with the right foundation. Her makeup routine was an art form in itself, blending shades and highlights to achieve a radiant look that could withstand even the gloomiest of British weather.

Once the beauty regimen was complete, she moved to the kitchen, where her breakfast awaited — a carefully curated spread of avocado toast topped with poached eggs, drizzled with a hint of olive oil and sprinkled with sea salt. Not forgetting her steaming cup of artisan coffee, she took a moment to savour the aroma, mentally preparing for the day ahead.

As she looked in the mirror one last time, ensuring every strand of hair was perfectly in place, she felt a sense of triumph. High maintenance? Perhaps. But she relished the ritual, knowing it was all part of her commitment to feeling her best, inside and out.