Tag: Body
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I ignored my chicken skin for years – until I found this
There’s a strange hierarchy in skincare: your face gets all the attention, your hands get at least a special hand cream, and your legs get whatever’s left over. But in my mid-twenties, I realised my legs were the part of my body I overlooked the most and felt the most insecure about. I always had…
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The 5 K-beauty finds that caught our eye at Pure Seoul’s new flagship store
As of this week, K-beauty has officially taken over Carnaby Street. Pure Seoul, the UK’s fastest-growing Korean beauty retailer, just opened the doors to its largest store yet — a sleek, two-floor flagship nestled between fashion favourites and coffee pit stops. This isn’t just another skincare store. With over 2,000 products across dozens of brands…
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Hay Fever: AKT’s theatrical new deodorant that knows how to perform
When you put deodorant and drama in the same sentence – it usually isn’t a good thing. But Hay Fever is the rare exception. AKT’s new limited-edition deodorant balm is as theatrical as it sounds. It was unveiled earlier this June at The Ambassadors – the same theatre where Hay Fever premiered in 1925 –…
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How to warm up before cardio
Whether you’re lacing up for a 10K or trying to shake off the desk-job stiffness with a quick cardio burst, the warm-up is your not-so-secret weapon. Done right, it’ll boost your performance, reduce your risk of injury, and even make your workout feel easier. Still, many people skip it entirely—or just wing it with a…
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I’m going coco-nuts for Palmer’s new Brazilian Coco Cream
If I could bottle up the smell of a beach holiday, I’d probably bathe in it twice a day and still spritz it on my pillow at night. There’s just something about the smell of coconut that takes me back to my favourite summer trip (Playa del Carmen, 2024). Here’s a little disclaimer: I am…
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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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World Sleep Day: The RESET guide to a better sleep
Are you feeling sleepy but can actually fall asleep? Do you wake up during the night and stare at your screen, unable to fight the hazy vision but equally unable to put the phone down and try to go back to sleep again? Or simply waking up three hours too early? We all know that…
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We worked it out: these are the workouts you really need
We all know that regular exercise is essential for good health, but what kind of workouts does your body actually need? Should you be lifting heavy weights every day, or pounding the pavement until your trainers give out? The truth is, a well-rounded fitness routine isn’t about rigidly sticking to one form of exercise—it’s about…
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Go with your gut: What is Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) and how to manage it
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) isn’t exactly the dinner guest you’d invite, yet for millions of people, it has a habit of showing up unannounced—often with terrible timing. Despite how common it is, IBS still carries a certain amount of stigma, and it’s often misunderstood. While it can be frustrating and uncomfortable, with the right knowledge…
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Can you really change your immune system?
We’ve all heard the phrase “boost your immune system” tossed around—especially as winter approaches or when a nasty cold is making its rounds. But is it really possible to change your immune system, or is this just another health trend? If you’ve ever wondered about this, you’re not alone. Let’s break it down and explore…
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