Ayurveda, the timeless Indian science of life, teaches that everything in the universe — including the human body — is composed of five essential elements, known as the Panchamahabhutas. These are Space (Akasha), Air (Vayu), Fire (Agni), Water (Jala), and Earth (Prithvi). Together, they form the structural and functional basis of all matter, both living…
Ayurveda, the timeless science of life, teaches that everything in the universe including the human body—is made up of five great elements, known as the Panchamahabhutas: Space (Akasha), Air (Vayu), Fire (Agni), Water (Jala), and Earth (Prithvi). These elements combine in specific ways to create three vital energies, or Doshas in Ayurveda, that govern every…
The Wuthering Heights press tour is in full swing, and it’s safe to say that we collectively can’t get over the beauty looks. Margot Robbie’s hairstylist, Bryce Scarlett—who was responsible for her Barbie looks—and this time around, he stayed true to the brief, so the gothic romance of Emily Bronte’s seminal novel. There have been…
There’s another thing to add to the ever-growing list of what we should have been taught in school—how to rain-proof your hair, especially if you live in the UK. Whether it’s a drizzle or a full-blown downpour, knowing how to shield your strands is a life skill. You’ve put in the time and the effort,…
I’ve had the same beauty resolution for years—to grow my hair really long for summer. Sadly, those mermaid-esque lengths have always evaded me, largely as I’m partial to heat styling and, well, it isn’t the easiest task anyway. Still, this year, I wanted to give myself the best chance possible, and so I consulted the…
Whether you’re after sky-high curl, serious length, full-bodied volume or completely waterproof drama, there’s a mascara in the Lancôme line-up to suit. Renowned for its high-performance formulas, the brand’s mascara fleet spans from the cult, bestselling Hypnôse Mascara (prized for its customisable volume and length) to up-and-coming icons like Monsieur Big for bold, buildable impact…
It may sound like just another beauty buzzword, but ‘inflammaging’ has been quietly reshaping how scientists understand ageing for over two decades. First coined in 2000 by longevity scientist Claudio Franceschi, the term describes the chronic, low-grade inflammation that builds within the body over time—often without obvious symptoms—and is now recognised as a key driver…
We’re well and truly in the thick of winter, and along with the brisk, frosty walks and cosy fireside antics comes the not-so-desirable dry, cracked lips that often result from cold weather and an overdependence on central heating. As a busy shopping editor, I rarely have time to keep reapplying my lip balm throughout the…
January is traditionally a quieter month for beauty—but this year, the industry clearly didn’t get the memo. From skin-repairing heroes designed to reset compromised barriers to thoughtful, design-led makeup and fragrance launches worth clearing space for, this month’s Beauty Desk Drop spotlights the new arrivals that truly earned our attention—and a place in our routines….
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