Good week? Thought so. Between the extreme weather conditions and iced-coffee-drinking, some of our blog posts might have passed by you. It happens. The good news is that really healthy nails, beaming skin, well-maintained hair, strong brows, and Insta-famous braids are all realistic life achievements. And the secret to each is right here, in this post. Ah, we’re good to you. Enjoy.
By Rachel Spedding
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1 Are gel nails bad for you?
We all want a mani that’s long-lasting, stays ridiculously glossy and never smudges (ever). That’s why we go gel. But do properly preened fingertips come at a price? We finally put the rumours to rest, so you can trust that your next shiny manicure isn’t harming the nails beneath.
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2 6 things you didn’t know cause spots
We probably all have an *idea* as to what’s causing our spots (leaving makeup on before bed after one too many tipples, for example…), but there’s actually a bunch of culprits causing our skin complaints. From the skincare product you really shouldn’t skip, to keeping on top of cleaning your bedsheets, these are the habits you need to ditch.
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3 How to grow your hair out (and keep it office ready)
AKA how to make it through the ‘awkward phase’. Growing out your hair takes time and so much patience, so we’ve pulled together stellar advice on navigating through the many stages of short-to-long (including the big reveal that 'hair cuts throughout are necessary').
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4 7 things people with great eyebrows always do
You know those people with really, really great eyebrows. Cara Delevigne, Lily Collins, me (I jest…). The simplest of tricks can take your brows from ‘fine’, to epic face-framers. 7 tricks to be precise, all rounded up in one juicy read. Fall out with your tweezers, make friends with your favourite threader, and prepare for some hair growth.
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5 The best braids on Instagram right now
Hair braiding takes intricate handiwork and a lot of patience, so get comfy in that salon chair. Its a hair tradition born out of cultures across the globe, and there’s a ridiculous amount of great braid inspiration on Instagram. So much, in fact, we had to pull our favourite looks together. For your benefit, obviously…
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