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….
The leading destination for fashion, beauty, shopping and finger-on-the-pulse views on the latest issues. Marie Claire’s travel content helps you delight in discovering new destinations around the globe, offering a unique – and sometimes unchartered – travel experience. From new hotel openings to the destinations tipped to take over our travel calendars, this iconic name…
January has a way of feeling longer than any other month. The festivities have long faded, with the credit card bill the only lingering reminder of joy gone by. Daylight is scarce, and the year ahead can feel both wide open and strangely overwhelming. While fragrance isn’t a cure for these harder moments, there’s something…
According to Ayurveda, a truly happy life is not just about external pleasures or momentary joy. It is in fact a natural state of balance within the body, mind, and spirit. When harmony exists at a fundamental level, one experiences a continuous sense of well-being that radiates through all aspects of life. An unhappy life,…
In Ayurveda, the Purusha—or the individual human being—occupies the center of attention. Every Ayurvedic teaching, therapy, and guideline revolves around the complete well-being of the individual, not merely the treatment of a disease or symptom. Ayurveda views health as a state of total balance in body, mind, and spirit. Therefore, its focus is not limited…
Hair extensions have long carried an unfair stigma, shaped by visible tapes, grown-out bonds and obvious application. In reality, when applied with skill and restraint, they offer one of the most seamless transformations in modern hair artistry. For years, I’ve worn hair extensions to pad things out—a bit more length, a lot more density. But…
Winter can be the skin’s ultimate nemesis, and for extremities like the hands that we often forget, dryness, dehydration and discomfort are all common around this time of year. “Hands face a perfect storm of cold outdoor temperatures, central heating indoors, and frequent hand washing – all of which disrupt the skin barrier,” explains Dr…