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Australia’s hand washing report card: who washes and why it matters

Amelia Cartwright • July 27, 2026

Do you wash your hands every time you go to the toilet? And do you do it before you start...

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Hot water bottle risks: burns, toasted skin syndrome and staying warm safely

Amelia Cartwright • July 27, 2026

Few things feel as comforting in the colder months as snuggling up with a hot water bottle. It is a...

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Flaxseed mask and the natural Botox effect: does it really soften wrinkles and fine lines?

Amelia Cartwright • July 27, 2026

The flaxseed mask has become a social-media favourite for promising a natural Botox effect, supposedly leaving skin looking smoother. But...

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Nail Ridges: What They Mean and When to Worry

Amelia Cartwright • July 27, 2026

Nail ridges are the lines or raised grooves that make the nail surface feel less smooth. They can run vertically,...

Elderly person applying cream on hand next to a towel, essential oil bottle and bowl with chamomile flowers.

At-Home Hand Skincare After 40: Self-Care for Young-Looking Hands and Strong Mature Nails

Amelia Cartwright • July 27, 2026

Looking after your appearance in later life calls for extra focus on the body’s extremities, which are exposed every single...

Eye doctor examining a patient's eye using a handheld device with an iris scan on the computer screen.

Massage guns and retinal tears: doctors report percussive massage gun eye injury

Amelia Cartwright • July 27, 2026

Vibration-based remedies may be having a moment again thanks to massage guns, but the idea itself stretches back to the...

Couple applying red lipstick with kiss marks on their faces at an outdoor café in daylight.

Kiss and Red Lipstick: Turn Affection into Style and Confidence

Amelia Cartwright • July 27, 2026

A kiss draws attention not only to a universally recognised gesture of affection, but also to the cultural symbols that...

Woman applying facial serum with dropper in front of mirror in bright bathroom setting.

Peptides for Hair Loss: What Studies Show in 90 Days

Amelia Cartwright • July 27, 2026

For years, the go-to options for hair loss were tablets, Minoxidil foam and “strengthening” shampoos. At the same time, peptides...

Young woman leaning over sink holding a glass jug with apple slices soaking in water.

Apple Cider Vinegar Rinse: A Simple Swap for Conditioner (1-to-4 Recipe)

Amelia Cartwright • July 27, 2026

At the salon sink you usually brace yourself for criticism: dry ends, dull lengths, “we need to get a treatment...

Young woman applying foundation makeup while looking into a small round mirror on a table.

The Make-up Artist Foundation Trick for a Smoother T-Zone

Amelia Cartwright • July 27, 2026

An experienced make-up artist is turning the usual routine on its head. His simple rule: using less product on certain...

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COSMOS Study: Multivitamins and Epigenetic Clocks Show a Four‑Month Shift in Over‑70s

Amelia Cartwright • July 27, 2026

A new study is now causing quite a stir. A research team in Boston reports that certain multivitamin supplements could...

Hairdresser styling a woman's long brown hair in a bright salon with a large mirror and plants.

Invisible trick for fine hair in spring: the internal layering cut at the roots

Amelia Cartwright • July 27, 2026

Hairdressers are leaning on a barely noticeable trick that can make fine hair look noticeably fuller in spring. As the...

Woman applying face cream in a bright bathroom with a glass of lemon water and skincare tools on the counter.

Lotus Cream: The Certified Organic Day Cream with Anti‑Ageing Effect in the Spotlight

Amelia Cartwright • July 27, 2026

If you look in the mirror in the morning and see only shadows, redness and enlarged pores, you’ll recognise the...

Woman in a salon cape examining her hair in the mirror with scissors and open notebooks on the counter.

What Your Hairstyle Says About You: Marine Colombel on Identity, Social Norms and Spiritual Meaning

Amelia Cartwright • July 27, 2026

Whether it’s cropped close to the scalp, worn down to your waist, heavily bleached or vividly coloured, your hairstyle is...

Young woman sitting at kitchen table applying facial oil from a dropper bottle with Lidl packaging nearby.

Lidl Cien facial serum scores 100 points on Yuka for €3.99

Amelia Cartwright • July 27, 2026

A skincare product for less than four euros that outperforms some pricey luxury labels in an independent app: that is...

Woman applying cream to her face in a bathroom with skincare products on the counter and her reflection in the mirror.

Botox-Like Creams: What They Can Really Do

Amelia Cartwright • July 27, 2026

On beauty shelves right now, they are hard to miss: creams that claim to relax wrinkles, calm facial expression lines...

Woman applying cream to her cheek in a bright bathroom by a window with skincare products nearby.

Hydraphase HA BB Creme: BB Cream with Hyaluron for Dry, Dull Skin

Amelia Cartwright • July 27, 2026

Dry skin, a lacklustre complexion and foundation that clings to every dry patch: many people know the frustration. Instead of...

Person applying mascara on eyelashes in front of a bathroom mirror with a glass of water nearby.

RevitaLash Length Define Tubing Mascara: up to 300 per cent more lash length

Amelia Cartwright • July 27, 2026

A new conditioning mascara is designed to make lashes look visibly longer without weighing them down. Many people know the...

Woman with blonde hair getting a hairstyling treatment in a modern salon with colour charts and products on the counter.

Hair colour over 60: three dyeing mistakes that create the 'granny effect'

Amelia Cartwright • July 27, 2026

Many women reach for hair dye at some point to hide grey roots. Yet it’s surprisingly common to leave the...

Woman with short brown hair getting a precise haircut in a modern hair salon with other clients in the background

Short haircuts 2026: Short Bob, Pixie/Trixie, Shag Mullet and more from Framesi, Wella, Toni&Guy, Evos and James Parrucchieri

Amelia Cartwright • July 27, 2026

Many hair salons are now firmly backing short hair. Instead of extra-long manes, the spotlight is on precise cuts, smart...

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Doe Eyes in Men: Why the Soft Look Causes Confusion

Amelia Cartwright • July 27, 2026

Especially among men, it can leave people unsure what to make of it. For decades, the hard, cool stare was...