Beauty

My hair looks shiny and healthy again — the key lies in something often ignored

For years, I focused all my haircare efforts on the strands themselves — hydrating masks, serums, oils, the lot. But despite the investment, my heavily bleached, heat-damaged hair remained dull, flat, and increasingly prone to breakage. At one point, I came to terms with the fact that, if I wanted my hair to go back to its healthy, glossy nature, I needed a complete care routine overhaul.And so I did. I toned down the bleach to go back to a blonde that more closely resembled my natural caramel c...

I tried new affordable skincare devices to see what the fuss was about

I decided to test out the new budget-friendly beauty gadgets that everyone seems to be talking about, to see if less really is more when it comes to skincare. GESKE is a cutting-edge beauty tech brand designed to help you discover a personalised skincare routine backed by AI, all at an affordable price.

Their multi-purpose devices allow users to incorporate effective treatments and professional salon technologies into their home care routines. With over 120 million euros invested - the largest...

I'm a beauty writer and this 15-minute skincare routine is a must for me

Testing new beauty products and getting to write my honest opinion about them has to be one of my favourite things about my job. I have sensitive skin, so the trial-and-error process can become a minefield at times, but when something actually works for my complexion without irritating it, it’s a huge win. Over time, this led me to acquire certain skincare habits, which I eventually fully incorporated into my skincare routine.Granted, some days are not for standing in front of the mirror applyin...

Skincare expert shares 3 common drinks that are making you look older

Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More infoCertain beverages can lead to dehydration, inflammation, and collagen breakdown, warns skincare expert Sam Cinkir, founder of Este Medical Group. While skincare routines are crucial, the drinks you consume can have a significant effect on your skin's health, potentially causing premature ageing without you even noticing. "It's not just about what you put o...

'I tried a perfume made specifically for night-time wear - I'm in two minds'

As a perfume lover, I’m no stranger to testing different scents, even if that means leaving my comfort zone to try something I wouldn’t normally go for.That’s why the new Dans Le Noir ? perfume seemed like an appropriate challenge to take on.For those unfamiliar with the brand, Dans le Noir ? came about almost two decades ago with a restaurant experience where diners are served by blind and visually impaired staff in complete darkness.Following its exponential success and the opening of their ow...

I tried the new Boots air styler people say is as good as Dyson's but cheaper

But the promise of having a hair salon bouncy blow dry at home was more than enough for me to want to give it a go.So, as soon as I opened my box, the pink-coloured packaging and compact storage case to match the air styler and its attachments caught my eye.In terms of design, I can say these two products are very similar in look and functionality, and the added touch of colour is, of course, a plus.Then I tested the air styler’s powerful 1200W hair drier, which dried my hair thoroughly and effo...