Let’s face it, one of life’s true joys is taking an hour out of your day to sit in a fancy salon and have your hands preened and nails polished. Throw a cup of tea into the mix and it quickly shifts to my second favourite life activity (trips to Nandos at number one, obviously). But, there are rumours about – shellac manicures are damaging our nails. We did a little digging … [Read more...] about Is shellac good for your nails?
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Are gel nails bad for you?
We all want a mani that’s long-lasting, stays extra shiny and dries almost instantly. That’s why we go gel. But do properly preened fingertips come at a price? It’s one of life’s unanswered questions. UV, polish removal, and giving our nails a ‘breather’, we’ve done the research, once and for all. Scroll through this (with those gel nails we know you’re currently … [Read more...] about Are gel nails bad for you?
The four (surprising) reasons we keep heading back for a foot massage
Next time your other half turns down your request for a foot massage, keep calm. They might just need a bit of encouragement. The following points show how it’ll actually benefit them, not just you. With science to back it up. (We. Are. So. Selfless.) And if they still say no? Well, a professional massage therapist will do a better job, anyway. How can a foot massage … [Read more...] about The four (surprising) reasons we keep heading back for a foot massage
5 posts from last week that you’ll regret not reading
When it comes to filling spare time, 90s movies, beer gardens, and cheese-eating have consumed my summer social calendar thus far. Outside of that, catching up on beauty trends and top-reads is a must. To make sure you don’t miss a thing, here’s a round up of our most-read posts from last week. From eyebrow threading, to choosing which pedi is best for … [Read more...] about 5 posts from last week that you’ll regret not reading
SNS nails – the chip-proof manicure you’ve been waiting for
I’m certain that there’s no feeling of joy quite like freshly painted fingertips (Sunday roast lovers, I hear you, but this is beauty chat). Looking down at preened and polished nails really makes typing at my desk more aesthetically pleasing, and stirring my cup of tea an all-round stunning experience. So when a new nail trend pops to town, you can bet your bottom I’ll be the … [Read more...] about SNS nails – the chip-proof manicure you’ve been waiting for