Author: Mariana Almeida Marques
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Infrared sauna vs traditional sauna: which is better?
Once the domain of hotel spas and gym corners, saunas are now fully embedded in the wellness zeitgeist. Apparently, as we continue to learn, it’s important to sweat the small stuff. Whether you’re a casual sauna-goer who only steps in when there’s one at your hotel, or sauna a non-negotiable part of your post-workout ritual…
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The ultimate spring clean checklist for your beauty routine
The first signs of spring bring a sense of renewal and an irresistible urge to declutter. While many of us instinctively start clearing out wardrobes and kitchen cupboards, our beauty routines often get overlooked. But your skincare and makeup need a seasonal refresh, too: it may be time to wave hasta la vista to heavier…
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What does matcha really taste like? Flavours and benefits
You haven’t lived if you haven’t ordered a Matcha latte at your nearest coffee shop. The rise of alternative health drinks and teas (shout out to Kombucha and CBD-infused sparkling water) has put matcha firmly on the map, and everyone is having it. Yet, despite its rise in popularity, it’s still a very polarising drink.…
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All about Keralase™: A new laser hair treatment for hair loss
Hair loss is deeply personal. For some, it’s a slow process—thinning at the crown, a widening parting, or a receding hairline that inches back over time. For others, it happens suddenly—after childbirth, illness, or extreme stress. Whatever the cause, the impact goes beyond appearance. Losing hair can affect confidence, self-image, and even the way we…
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Music, denim, and rebellion: Meet the designer behind NokNok
Some fashion brands emerge from boardrooms. NokNok is not one of them. It’s the product of late nights and loud music, of underground clubs and restless creativity, of a designer who wanted to bring the raw energy of rock, rebellion, and nightlife into something tangible. At the centre of it all is Angel Nokonoko, a…
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Everything you need to know about BFI Flare 2025
BFI Flare 2025 is set to return to London from March 19 to 30, 2025, bringing an incredible line-up of LGBTQIA+ films, discussions, and networking opportunities. As one of the world’s most significant and longest-running queer film festivals, BFI Flare showcases the latest and greatest in LGBTQIA+ storytelling from across the globe. Whether you’re a…
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Does teeth whitening gel really work? We tried and tested
There’s an undeniable confidence that comes with a brighter, whiter smile. However, the cost and commitment required for professional teeth whitening treatments can be discouraging. It’s not surprising that the market for at-home teeth whitening gel solutions has exploded. Between gels, strips and powders, the options are varied and all relatively affordable, especially when compared…
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The best hair treatment products for damaged hair
Whether it’s years of overzealous heat styling, an affinity for platinum blonde, or simply the wear and tear of modern life, damaged hair has a way of making itself known in the form of dullness, breakage, and that dreaded straw-like texture. If you find yourself guilty of turning up the heat on your styling tools…
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PERS review: The French skincare brand embodying quiet luxury
Most brands’ distinctive factor is addressing a specific skin concern or type, but actually, a lot of our skin’s needs are the same. It’s under that premise that the French beauty brand, PERS, operates. The PERS protocol – pioneered by a renowned French aesthetic doctor – comprises four key steps, which we are advised to…
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The best hikes in and near London
What’s not to love about a bank holiday? And, importantly, what’s not to love about a bank holiday immersed in nature? Travelling during Easter season sounds appealing but it does comes at a cost, with inflated flight tickets and hotel stays. So, upon the disappointing scroll through Skyscanner, many of us are forced to look…
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