Discover the black magic benefits It does way more than make your bagel look Instagram-ready – the black stuff can ease indigestion, improve cholesterol, and, yes, soak up your flatulence… What is it? Activated charcoal is charcoal that’s been treated with oxygen to increase its porosity and surface area, and is the type usually found […]
The heat is on and the hair is up Summer has arrived, and it’s time to find a stylish up-do hairstyle to get you through. Yes, there is an undeniable bliss in leaving your hair to fall freely, but in the warmer months, humidity and an increasingly active lifestyle can leave hair looking frizzy, dull and even […]
By Claire Higney It’s time to take things global The beauty business is an international industry worth billions, but it’s not just product innovation that drives the market. These days, beauty vloggers and Instagrammers mean trends from faraway places are more influential and accessible than ever. Whether it’s the Korean love of luminous skin or […]
Get the glow The key to a natural glow lies in a holistic approach, says slow beauty pioneer Shel Pink. This routine will help you slow down and find your inner glow. Your morning routine Regularise your sleep patterns Bringing your circadian rhythm back in line with nature by triggering the release of melatonin will […]
TCM dates back over 2500 years. But is it still relevant – and does it work? What is it? A genuinely holistic approach to health that takes in five ‘pillars’ or aspects. These are: Qi (pronounced ‘chi’) – the body’s vital energy that circulates through channels called meridians; yin and yang – when these work […]
Ever wondered how the experts keep their skin in tip-top condition? They have access to the fanciest products and latest beauty innovations, but what does a beauty insider actually use herself? To find out, we quizzed Kate Kerr, an acclaimed facialist with years of experience working with the skin, on her routine and the products […]
