If you’re not aware by now that the health world is at war with sugar, what tropical island have you been lazing on? Once so rare and valuable it was used as currency, sugar has taken over mainstream diets and it’s hard to navigate the supermarket,...
Everyone knows the benefits of using natural and organic beauty products. But the switch to using all natural make-up has been slow because using 'all natural' used to mean sacrificing quality and often sacrificing those rich vivid colours. These days natural beauty has come along in...
Beauty products don’t come much more staple then your humble cleanser. Even guys and gals who prescribe to a ‘non-routine’ approach to beauty occasionally throw a cleanser into their mix. There’s a cleanser for pretty much every skin type, every concern and every budget making it...
Between their scientific names and little advertising surrounding them, it’s hard to understand and avoid the haircare ingredients that can cause you harm or find the ones that will really treat your concerns. You will often hear mentions of undesirable ingredients , or a product...
By now you’ve probably planned most details of your wedding, and it’s time to start thinking about the finer details like your faux glow. Wearing white with a fresh spray tan is always a little daunting, so pureTAN founder and tanning guru Danielle Fletcher has put...
There's no denying that each year our focus on wellness grows. From taking more me-time to improving wellbeing conditions in the workplace, we’re all becoming that bit more in touch with our lifestyles and the way that it impacts our physical and mental health. Our increasing...
In my opinion, blush would have to be one of the most under-rated beauty products. It’s a universally flattering product. With the right, blush can completely change your complexion and goes a long way in creating a healthy and youthful complexion. With so many shades available...
I’ve recently switched to using the Schwarzkopf BC Bonacure Hyaluronic Moisture Kick range and my hair is LOVING it! Overall my hair is usually in pretty good shape, but these past couple of months I’d noticed my hair had become dry, more prone to getting tangled,...
Aging skin is among the biggest concerns when it comes to beauty, and as a result, anti-aging skin care has become a booming business. As technology becomes more and more advanced, the beauty industry is surprisingly moving away from artificial solutions and instead investing in harnessing...
Eyeliner is amongst the first beauty products to be used. It dates all the way back to Ancient Egyptian times when Pharaohs used it to create the dramatic winged eyes that inspired one of the biggest trends women still wear. Originally used to disguise wrinkles...
Winter food is synonymous with carb loaded comfort. When you’re facing icy winds and relentless rain, it’s easy to choose that bowl of delicious pasta over your regular salad or a creamy cappuccino in place of a green juice. Unfortunately, the changes in our diet that...
The seasons best lip colours come in all shapes and sizes from the brightest red to the softest nude, but one thing is for sure...
They say there’s not a lot that’s more stressful than planning a wedding so it’s easy to accept that things get missed or put to the side in order to ease your schedule. Unfortunately, many women forget about their skincare routines and only look into...
Achieve a flawless complexion, STAT Achieving a perfect-looking base with foundation, concealer and loose powder may seem like a simple task, however there are a few factors that may get in the way of a flawless coverage. For example, your foundation could be the wrong colour...
I’d be the first person to admit that my approach to my skincare routine and makeup bag can be a little ‘extra’. I find it perfectly normal to use seven different products when washing my face every morning and will never find it normal to...
I couldn’t name a single friend that doesn’t have a can of dry shampoo stashed somewhere in their lives (the car, work desk, bathroom vanity… all three). It has become as much a staple item as toothpaste and rightly so. But it is it's lesser known...
As the world continues to advocate for the environment, the beauty industry is ramping up its involvement to be eco-conscious and offer us picky consumers more options that are friendly to the environment. It’s a beautiful thing! There’s a number of brands who have converted to...
We should have all learnt by now that anything the Kardashians do tend to turn into overnight trends. They come as quickly as they go but I’m particularly enamoured by one of the latest to come out of the KKW craze. Thanks to her recently launched...
I love discovering buzzy new skincare ingredients as much as I love discovering a new lipstick shade that suits my skin tone perfectly (which is a lot). So you can imagine my excitement when a luxury botanical oil came across my doorstep that championed Hemp...
We spend a lot of time talking about and testing 100s of products for our faces but until a few weeks ago, I’d been using the same moisturiser for my body for more than 18 months without even considering its effectiveness. It’s easy to continue to...
Women tend to show their age in a few particular places first: the neck, décolletage, back of your hands and most predominately, your eyes. Yes, it’s true that your eyes are the window to your soul and also a walking copy of your birthdate if left...
It's that time of year when skin complaints are rife, and we come to expect to loose our glow and surrender to the seasonal dry skin. In this editorial we explore the many ways to keep your skin glowing ALL year round. Whether it's just really healthy...
If there’s one thing that’s synonymous with my holidays during high school, it’s my habit of painting my nails a new colour every three or four nights. The ability to change it up so easily and pick my paint according to my mood or an...
If you’ve been searching for heaven on Earth, there’s a chance I’ve already found it. Endota Spa is the ultimate in luxury when it comes to tranquil face and body experiences that go beyond relaxation and actually benefit your skin. In my quest to decode pre-wedding...
We’re all after effortless, bouncy and shiny locks that are strong and healthy. But getting them isn’t so easy. There’s a good chance you’re making a few common mistakes that are hurting your tresses more than you’d think… Brushing your hair when it’s wet I’ll put...
It may not officially be Winter but the sounds of sniffles and sneezes are beginning to ring through offices and we want to be ahead of the game. Wellness has become a very important part of the beauty industry and it’s made it easier to incorporate...
The idea of waking up with a glowing complexion in the morning when all you really had to do was sleep seems like a dream right? Well, thanks to these products, the idea of beauty sleep is being given a whole new meaning. When you consider...
Choosing the lip colour you wear on your wedding day is just as important as which scent you choose or picking your shoes. It’s an accessory after all and that colour will be a part of your memory of your special day forever. It’s a...
When you think about prepping your skin for big events such as weddings, birthdays or graduations, it’s easy to automatically jump to expensive serums and complicated in-clinic treatments. Of course, both those things are important additions to any routine (along with affordable products and even...
It’s no secret that long-haul flights wreak havoc on your skin and with such limited space in your carry-on, choosing what’s worth that coveted spot in your bag is hard. There’s liquid limits to consider, the practicality of using certain products and the allure of...