With the chill well and truly setting in, there’s no time like the present to invest in one of the best hand creams. Yes, they’re fantastic for quenching dry, flaky skin, but they also play a crucial role in nail care and general self care too. So whether you suffer from chapped hands, dry cuticles,…
I have worked in the beauty industry for over 10 years, and I’m going to be completely honest with you, I find the world of facial laser treatment incredibly confusing. There are so many brand names and laser types—all seeming to tackle different things. If you look at treatment menus, it sometimes feels like it’s…
Up until very recently, I’d always struggled with heat protection sprays. I knew how important they were to hair health, but there was something that just didn’t make sense about wetting dry hair again with one of these formulas, only to reach for a heated tool. Not only did this ruin any remnants of style…
Christmas is just around the corner, and in between ordering last-minute presents, stringing garlands, and hitting repeat on all of the festive hits, many of us are also trying to book beauty treatments for the many social events this season brings. From planning your party outfits and booking blow-dries, one thing I always do to…
I can bet that almost all of us have vivid memories of scrubbing at our teenage faces with gritty exfoliating cleansers—the results of which may have put you off exfoliators altogether for a while. But the skincare industry has come a long way since then, and adding one of the best exfoliating cleansers to your…
2025 may be drawing to a close; however, here at Marie Claire HQ, we’re not turning our attention to the new year just yet. Instead, before we look forward to 2026’s upcoming trends, we thought, why not take a look back and reflect upon everything good and great about 2025 — in the beauty stakes,…
As someone with hooded eyes, I learnt very early on that my lids require a specific type of makeup application to look their very best. So although I firmly believe there are no rules when it comes to makeup, there are several techniques and products that can enhance every eye shape with minimal effort. With…
Most of us have turned a full circle trying to ‘find the light’ for a selfie. And almost every home has that mirror—the one that flatters and makes you feel momentarily polished and perfectly made up. However, like many of us, I’ve learned the hard way that good makeup can fall apart in the wrong…
It was only when I was lying back on a treatment bed, face numbed, and a skin pen hovering just millimetres above my face that I had a realisation: I had no idea where the exosomes that were about to be stamped into my face came from. Now, this may sound incredibly beauty editor specific,…
It’s no secret that hair and beauty businesses struggle in attracting salon staff. In fact, according to the NHBF’s 2022 skills report, 57% of hair and beauty businesses have unfilled vacancies, with experienced staff leaving altogether. But improving your employer brand could help tackle this! So, we’ve put together a few ideas to give your…