It’s nice to feel good about our hair. Whether that’s a fresh bleach job that’s got you feeling all Malfoy again, or post-shampoo-scrub after a night on your mate’s sofa. We spoke to the real hair pros – the ones making magic happen in the salon chair – to find out which trends are sure to go the distance. From haircut styles, to new-season colour, here are the four ‘trends’ to … [Read more...] about We asked four hairstylists to predict the biggest trends for 2019
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6 surprising benefits of coffee (besides its wondrous taste)
To me, there’s one key benefit of coffee – it gets me through the day. A life without the wondrous ripple of caffeine soaring through my veins is not a life I wish to discuss. Good news though – turns out – there’s more to that morning cup o’ joe than just good taste. The environment, our beauty routine… coffee grounds are majorly multipurpose. Here are six things that prove … [Read more...] about 6 surprising benefits of coffee (besides its wondrous taste)
These were Google’s 10 most-asked beauty questions in 2018
Internet searches are pretty revealing: ‘IKEA Malm drawers’, ‘are Dennis Quaid and Harrison Ford related?’, ‘what time does Dominos in Willesden shut?’. Along with the generic help-me-solve-my-problem searches, Google regularly round up the most-asked beauty questions. From magnetic eyelashes (yes, really), to finding the right concealer for you, … [Read more...] about These were Google’s 10 most-asked beauty questions in 2018
It’s official – a visit to the spa is how everyone should start their 2019
The cheese is gone, the bubbles are drank, and what remains is a renewed attitude to be a better version of yourself. My advice? Sack off the pressure, and head for a spa day. Here, when sat amidst another kind of bubbles (the jacuzzi kind), you’ll be forced to sit back and think about good stuff. Like travel plans for the future, or what will feature on the afternoon tea menu. … [Read more...] about It’s official – a visit to the spa is how everyone should start their 2019
This is why I’m seriously hooked on radiofrequency facials
I’m going to call it and say I’ve tried pretty much every facial treatment going. Largely because I’m curious, but also, it’s good to be able to offer advice to friends on what to try based on their skin concerns (once ‘less rosé’ has been ruled out). Next up, we’re talking radiofrequency – the facial that uses heat and light to target the skin. The goal? To steer clear of … [Read more...] about This is why I’m seriously hooked on radiofrequency facials