Category: Beauty
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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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The truth about collagen in a vegan diet
Collagen. It’s the highly-acclaimed ingredient in many of our favourite beauty product and the magic behind glowy skin, glossy hair, and strong nails. It’s everywhere, from skincare to supplements. But it’s also animal-based. So how can you consume collagen in a vegan diet? For those following a plant-based diet, the world is now their vegan…
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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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John Frieda’s new products can save a bad hair day
Curly hair can be unpredictable. One day it’s voluminous and defined, the next it’s a frizzy, shapeless mystery. So, it’s not surprising that those of us with curls are on a never-ending quest for products that hydrate, define, and fight frizz, without leaving our hair feeling crunchy or weighed down. Not an easy journey to…
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Kiehl’s new body cream gave me hydration for days, literally
For years, body care has played second fiddle to facial skincare. We layer on serums, obsess over actives, and invest in elaborate routines for our faces—yet when it comes to the rest of our skin, many of us settle for whatever lotion is within reach. But hydration is hydration, and skin below the neck deserves…
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Curl power: Putting Tootilab’s curly hair range to the test
Taking care of our natural curls is often a game of trial and error (with a high amount of frizz and regret along the way). And as many of us can unfortunately attest, winter time doesn’t just dry out sensitive skin. Even the slightest drizzle is enough to bring “it’s the humidity!” Monica back. It’s…
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Sensitive skin 101: Best ingredients for calmer, balanced skin
If you have sensitive skin, you know the struggle. One wrong product, one harsh ingredient, and your skin can feel tight, itchy, or inflamed. But it’s not just the occasional reaction you should be concerned about. Unlike other skin types, sensitive skin reacts more readily to environmental stressors, allergens, and harsh ingredients. Whether you were…
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The can’t-go-wrong perfumes to gift on Valentine’s day, according to experts
Valentine’s Day gift shopping is a fine art. You want something thoughtful, luxurious, and just romantic enough—but not so over-the-top that it feels like you’re trying too hard. Flowers are lovely, but they’ll be in the bin within a week time. Chocolates are gone in an evening (especially if you “accidentally” keep them for yourself).…
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