Last Sunday marked the end of Mental Health Awareness Week, and while recognising the ongoing struggle to end the stigma against mental health is important, it’s too easily forgotten that this is an issue affecting men and women alike, all year round. Feelings of low mood, anxiety and stress, are often exacerbated by the hectic 9-5. So, while we wouldn’t dare to unpick the … [Read more...] about Why self-care matters: small things you can do today to feel better tomorrow
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4 health boosting benefits of deep tissue massage
In our book, deep tissue massage should be up there with goji berries, kale and avocado when it comes to health benefits. And talking of books, we could literally write one about the perks of this therapy. It works the muscles deep down inside your body – those ones you never knew you had – so can actively help to heal aches and pains. On second thoughts, our diaries are pretty … [Read more...] about 4 health boosting benefits of deep tissue massage
Why (and how) you should clean your makeup brushes
What would you do if we told you there could be more bacteria on your makeup brushes than your toilet seat? Yep, for real. Dirty brushes accumulate oil, dust and dirt, so each time you use them, you’re spreading microbes straight across your skin. You’re not alone in blissful brush ignorance: 72% of us aren’t cleaning our tools regularly. But if the thought of microbe colonies … [Read more...] about Why (and how) you should clean your makeup brushes
We answer Google’s 10 most-asked beauty questions
Retinoids, halo brows, baby scan nail art: the world of beauty is an intriguing place. Google helped us heaps with our beauty q’s last year, so we’ve rounded up the top ten into one location. From skin fixers, to lippy application, here are the most-searched beauty questions and our answers to all of ‘em. You’re welcome. By Rachel Spedding … [Read more...] about We answer Google’s 10 most-asked beauty questions
So long, layers – here are 4 ways to pull off the blunt cut
We're as loyal to soft, feminine layers as the next millennial, but the blunt cut's strong entry into 2018 has caught our attention. That sharp finish is too striking to overlook. Blunt cuts can make your hair look and feel healthier as they get rid of straggly ends. Sure, it's a bold style (five words: Uma Thurman in Pulp Fiction). But if you're scared, don't … [Read more...] about So long, layers – here are 4 ways to pull off the blunt cut