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Monsoon launches fragrance

We love Monsoon for its unique clothing, inspired by cultures from across the world, and we can now enjoy that same bohemian spirit with its new signature scent - Monsoon Fragrance...

Plump it up with Bare Escentuals' Buxom Lip Polish

This high-shine gloss is a fantastic natural plumper. Infused with 100% pure bareMinerals, it leaves lips looking and feeling both fuller and smoother, with no plastic surgeon...

Eyeshadow

Want to know the secrets of perfect eyeshadow? There's an art to colouring your eyelids! Here's our guide to getting starry eyes without going over the top. The right tools Use...

Sunbeds

If you're deprived of sun with no hols planned, you’re depressed about your whiteness and you want a golden tan whatever the weather, you might be tempted by the tanning salons...

The risks of cosmetic surgery

Cosmetic surgery can be a solution to saggy breasts, wrinkles and wobbly thighs! Today surgery is very accurate, more accessible and even commonplace, but it should be thought...

We love: Ted Baker Body Soufflé

Summer and sun exposure calls for rich body moisturiser, and we've found our dream cream that hydrates without leaving you with that 'greaseball' feeling that your pores are clogged...

Editor's pick: Nivea SPF face cream

Our skin needs lighter moisturisation in summer, so we're huge fans of Nivea's new ultra-light day cream. It's light as a feather, contains anti-wrinkle Q10 formula (our levels...

Home remedies for perfect skin

To get beautiful skin, you're spoilt for choice in terms of products. But if you want something other than manufactured cosmetics, natural home remedies can work wonders for your...

Home remedies for beautiful hair

Do you want to take care of your hair with simple and natural household products? There are tons of natural beauty recipes that are really easy to whip up - check out our favourites...

Remedies for heavy legs

Heavy legs have many causes (such as cellulite and bad circulation) and can often make life difficult. Here are a few easy-to-make, low-cost home remedies to ease them. Herbal...

Choosing and applying lip gloss

Gloss makes your lips dazzle and shine, and can also hydrate and care for them. Here's all about gloss! > In the 70s, gloss first came out, adding neutral or coloured shine to lips...

Caring for and styling dry hair

If your hair is dry, dull and breaks easily, it's often down to excess sebum, bad habits and lack of the right care. To help you rectify these problems, here’s how to care for...

Naomi Watts is the new Angel face

Naomi Watts has signed up to be the new face of Thierry Mugler's iconic Angel fragrance. The Aussie actress will replace Jerry Hall in the ad campaigns, produced by Dreamgirls'...

Looking after frizzy hair

Is your hair impossible to untangle? Too thick? Too dry? Frizzy hair is often difficult to style, however with the right products and care, your hair will reveal all its beauty...

How to Get Beautiful Boobs In 5 Simple Steps

If you want to show off a pert cleavage, your chest requires care! Discover our natural homemade beauty treatments to maintain a toned chest and firm breasts. The Science Behind...

Home treatments for beautiful hands

It's time to take care of your hands and to pamper yourself a little. You do not need to buy expensive cream Reviews another though. Take inspiration from your gran and make your...

Slimming creams

Are slimming creams a con or do they really work? It all depends on your expectations: in reality these creams can never make you lose weight, but they can smoothen the skin and...

Anti-ageing creams and pills

Noticed a few wrinkles? Does your skin lack radiance and firmness? Don’t panic! A combination of nutritional supplements and anti-ageing cream can help you. Here’s our advice...

Tri-Aktiline Deep Wrinkle Filler, #1 at Boots

New anti-ageing Tri-Aktiline is currently tracking as the number one selling SKU in premium self select skincare at Boots. The Deep Wrinkle Filler is a lightweight cream containing...

From Eek To Sleek: All Your Greasy Hair Questions Answered

Isn't it so annoying when hair wash days don't match up with social events? Yep slicked back, greased-up hair may have a firm place on the catwalk each season, but IRL there's...

Which Perfume Suits You?

There's a fine art to choosing the right perfume for you. Here's our guide to helping you choose the fragrance that best reflects your personality. The perfume you wear is your...

Bleaching unwanted hair

Bleaching is one way of covering up embarrassing hair, particularly on the face. It's quick and effective, but there are a few precautions to take note of. Here's our guide… Facial...

Where to buy Pout cosmetics at 80% off!

The bad news for beauty junkies is that cute cosmetics brand Pout are closing their UK store. The good news is that those in the know can still pick up their range of gorgeously...

Choosing your hair colour

After a new hair colour? Although it’s technically possible to go from black to platinum blonde, think about it carefully as this is obviously a radical change and there’s no...

Nose job (rhinoplasty)

Your nose defines who you are and if you don’t like it, (if it’s too long, too big, hooked or badly aligned) it can cause you to consider surgery. But are you sure you want to...

What you need for a hammam

Pamper yourself by plunging into a 50°C steam bath. A hammam is a place entirely dedicated to relaxation and well being, where you escape to pamper yourself. Here are the essentials...

Shower gel

Little used 15 years ago, shower gel is now widely popular and the choice of fragranced, relaxing, toning, moisturising and exfoliating products is vast. Here's our guide to shower...

How to choose sunscreen

The choice of sunscreen is vast, so here’s some information to help you make an informed choice and choose the right one for you. Sunlight gives you a warm feeling and a healthy...

Essentials for your bath

A bath is a moment of relaxation for both body and mind, so don't forget your candles and soft music to create a calming atmosphere! Here are the essentials you need to get the...

How to use essential oils

Essential oils are powerful concentrates of herbal energy, true essences of well being. They are good for the heart because of their beneficial scent, good for the body and the skin...

Face masks

Face masks provide concentrated all-in-one beauty care and pampering. They eliminate impurities and restore radiance and freshness to your skin. Here's our guide to choosing and...

Dealing with dandruff

Dandruff is an embarassing problem and is distinctly unattractive! Around 1 in 10 people suffer from it, but there are easy solutions to flaking, itchy scalps. Read up on them here...

Essential beauty rituals for gorgeous skin

True beauty may come from the inside, but for beauty on the outside you do need to take care of your skin! If you want to look gorgeous, you have to take care of yourself every...

Electrolipolysis

Want to get rid of cellulite, orange peel, excess localised fat, a slight tummy bulge or thunderthighs? Electrolipolysis could be a solution... Who is it for? Electrolipolysis...

Collagen

Although facing stiff competition nowadays from hyaluronic acid, collagen injections remain an interesting method of wrinkle treatment, particularly for fine or delicate skin...

Deodorant

It's important to use a good deodorant to keep you fresh and smelling sweet. Here's how to choose the right one for you from the huge range of deodorants and anti-perspirants...

Choosing nail varnish

Clear, red, pink or glitter varnish: which to use? No panic - here are our hints and tips on choosing varnishes that suit you and make your nails look sublime. The golden ruleMatch...

Gel, mousse or spray: which is best for styling hair?

It's a jungle of gels, sprays and mousses out there in the styling aisles. It's easy to get lost, but each styling product has specific characteristics. Here's how to choose products...

Shampooing your hair

Your hair is your crowning glory and perfect hair starts with perfect washing! Here's how to take care of your locks so that they breathe, shine and look impeccable when styled...

How to conceal spots

On the odd (or frequent) occasion, a monstrous spot in a particularly prominent place can make you want to run away and hide. You want to get rid of it as fast as possible, but...

Black Up shop opens in London

Hip and happening ethnic beauty brand Black Up has set up its first boutique in the UK. Black Up make-up and beauty products are mainly aimed at Afro-Caribbean women, with black...

Removing make-up

Make-up removal is vital if you want your skin to stay smooth and soft. There's just no avoiding it if you want a shining, radiant complexion. Here’s how to choose the right remover...

Facelifts

It’s inevitable that wrinkles appear as we get older. Inevitable, but not irreversible: it's possible to fight these signs of ageing with facelifts. Here's our guide to facelift...

Waxing

Waxing has been borne by women throughout the ages. Hot wax removes hair from legs, armpits and bikini line. It hurts, but it works! Here's our guide... How it worksHot wax is...

DHEA

Have scientists found the secret of eternal youth? DHEA is a hormone the body produces naturally, in reduced quantities as we get older. To fight the ravages of time, experts...

Hyaluronic acid injections

Along with collagen, hyaluronic acid is the other big product used in the fight against wrinkles. It makes signs of ageing disappear, but lasts longer than collagen and causes...

Sugaring

No time to hit the salon and sick of shaving? Sugaring could be the gentle de-fuzzing method you're looking for. It's an ancient Oriental hair removal method that's becoming incre...

Palpate and roll massage

In the battle against the dreaded orange peel, massage can help melt fat and improve lymphatic and blood circulation. Here's our guide to palpate and roll massage. How it works...

Thread lifts

A thread lift (also called a feather, silk, contour or Russian lift) is a non-evasive surgical procedure that reduces wrinkles and sagging but isn't a face lift and doesn't require...

Depilatory cream

Quick, considerably less expensive than permanent hair removal, less painful than waxing and longer-lasting than shaving, depilatory creams provide a good compromise amongst the...

Laser hair removal

Getting rid of unwanted, unsightly hair is possible with laser epilation, a procedure that’s both long-lasting and practically painless. Here's our guide to it. How it worksLaser...

Permanent hair removal using electrolysis

Electrolysis is the most effective method of hair removal in terms of getting rid of unwanted hair for good. Here's our guide to it. How it worksElectric epilation (electrolysis)...

Eyebrow shaping

The time when having thick eyebrows was fashionable is well and truly in the past. These days, eyebrows are shaped more naturally and proportionally. Discover the steps to take...

Spray tanning

Fake tan gives you golden skin without the health risks associated with sunbathing, but you can easily end up looking a touch ridiculous if you put a foot (read knee, or elbow) wrong...

Teeth whitening

If you dream of an A-list smile but you're so hung up about the colour of your teeth you daren't open your mouth in public, tooth whitening could come to your rescue. How it works...

Hair Removal With Intense Pulsed Light (IPL)

Intense pulsed light (IPL) uses light to eliminate hair more effectively and for a long period of time. Here's our guide to how it works, plus the advantages and disadvantages...

Looking after your nails

Strong nails make for stunning hands. Here are some simple steps to take to ensure your mitts are nothing short of marvellous! Nail beautyCheck out the essentials for obtaining...

How to apply fake tan

Fake tan is a gift from the gods on those days when you want to get your arms and legs out without looking like a milk bottle, even though they haven't seen the sun in months...

Caring for your perm

Looking after your permed curls, waves and crimped locks ensures they remain light and bouncy. Here’s a reminder of how to look after your curls and flaunt a perfect perm! What...

Colouring your hair

If you’re a lady who likes a change, dyeing your hair is probably right up your street. You can go from stunning blonde to sensual brunette in just a few minutes and change your look...