Once upon a time, natural beauty was ultimately defined by what it left out. Parabens, silicones, sulphates—entire routines were built around avoidance, rather than performance. For those seeking a particular lifestyle like veganism, side-stepping certain ingredients made sense and was a testament to an industry trying to be as inclusive as possible. But for a…
The bob has been circling back into favour for a while now, but this season it’s had a subtle, grown-up upgrade. The contoured bob, as seen on Gigi Hadid and Grace Abrams, is less rigid than its classic predecessors and far more tailored; this is the cut fashion insiders are gravitating towards. Think soft shape,…
I always thought I was pretty on top of things when it came to my skincare. After all, as a beauty writer, I get to test huge amounts of new skincare products day in, day out. So I didn’t expect a new addition, especially one I’d previously deemed unnecessary, to completely revolutionise my routine and…
If sunscreen isn’t already a non-negotiable in your skincare routine, then let spring’s arrival be your sign, with the (hopefully) sunnier days meaning we’ll all be shedding our winter layers and spending some more time outdoors. And that means that SPF isn’t optional, it’s essential to keeping your skin healthy and protected in the brighter…
Traditionally, fragrance has been what I’d describe as an olfactory coat—overpowering, a statement piece, announcing your arrival and presence in a room before you’ve even muttered a word. But that is beginning to shift, and one country leading this change in how we wear scent is South Korea. K-beauty has already redefined the global beauty…
If you choose to remove the hair from your bikini line, you’ve probably got your routine down pat by now. Whether you prefer to shave, laser or wax your hair, you know best which hair removal method suits your lifestyle and hair type. Sure, we can arm ourselves with the best razors, bikini trimmers, and…
It’s been a while since we’ve spotted a nail trend that we consider truly noteworthy. Over the winter, we stuck to classic shades, like burgundy, chocolate brown and pillarbox red, but, as we start to embrace all that spring has to offer, something a little more playful has caught our eye: watercolour nails. This sheer,…
As softer, more natural-looking blondes continue to dominate, there’s a noticeable move away from high-maintenance highlights towards colour that feels instinctive rather than engineered. Enter ‘barn girl blonde’—a muted, sandy shade with natural roots and softly diffused lengths that reads dreamy, youthful and delicately luxurious. Less polished than ‘expensive bronde’, but just as considered, this…
With so many skincare acids on offer, it can feel like you need a glossary just to keep up. One ingredient, however, needs no introduction: salicylic acid. A long-standing mainstay, salicylic acid was one of the first acids to break into the mainstream and remains one of the most widely used to this day. Part…
I’m a firm believer that a good bronzer can transform every makeup look. On the days I’m pushed for time or lacking energy, sweeping one of the best bronzers over my cheekbones and forehead is enough to make me feel alive and glowy. But by far the very best form is a liquid bronzer. Don’t…