A day in the life Oculoplastic surgeon Dr Maryam Zamani

The facial aesthetics expert starts the day earlier than she'd like, cocoons herself in skincare and always takes time to meditate

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I wake up at 7.15am most days, although I'm usually stirring just before the alarm. If I had it my way and no kids - I'd start the day much later, but school runs make early starts nonnegotiable.

I jump in the shower first thing and move quickly. I'm all about efficiency. Breakfast is a bit of a blur - eggs, toast, fresh orange and mandarin juice - while nudging my teenage kids to get moving. They're not morning people.

My makeup routine is fast - two minutes max. A little bronzer, by Tom Ford, NARS blush, eyeliner and mascara. Lip balm is a must. I finish with colourful earrings and a vibrant outfit - grey London needs all the brightness it can get.

On the way to work, I usually grab a matcha and take a herbal tea in an insulated cup. I'll sip both throughout the day. My office is full of windows, so I'm meticulous about sun protection. I use a vitamin C serum and a tinted SPF 50 from Isdin. I layer light moisturiser underneath, avoiding anything too oily.