If Ross from Friends has taught us anything, it’s that you should always do your research before heading for a spray tan (and leather pants are a bad idea, as a general rule). There’s hair nets, there’s posing, there’s strange sticky feet involved, but most importantly, there’s a golden tan awaiting that’ll stay put on your skin for up to a week. Rejoice. To prep you for some … [Read more...] about Can I get a natural tan through a spray tan? We’ve got the answers
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If you’re yet to start loving your skin, you should try microneedling
Fine lines, hyperpigmentation, acne scars: our skin has a lot to answer for sometimes. These are the little details that make ‘us’ us, but if you’re trying to hide, or ‘correct’, we do know a treatment that will help you to fall in love with your skin once more. Microneedling, the clue is in the name, uses micro-needles to puncture the skin. Don’t panic, it’s a minimally … [Read more...] about If you’re yet to start loving your skin, you should try microneedling
Microdermabrasion’s a mighty match for these 5 skin imperfections
Like a supercharged version of your favourite facial, microdermabrasion sends dead skin cells packing, leaving you practically glowing. It does this by gently blasting your face with fine crystals or a diamond tip. Then, it sucks away the debris. On top of giving you a quick beauty boost, it can treat a range of skin imperfections. Ready? … [Read more...] about Microdermabrasion’s a mighty match for these 5 skin imperfections
Will this manicure save your dry, damaged nails?
Pub on a Sunday. 99 with a flake. Westlife. The classics. Sticking to the good stuff extends to our beauty treatments too, because sometimes, there’s nothing better than an old school manicure. No UV lamps, no tin foil removal, just a traditional freshening-up of the fingertips. Gel nails can have a bad reputation (FYI, here’s the truth), but the classic mani really is a nail … [Read more...] about Will this manicure save your dry, damaged nails?
Your eyebrow waxing questions, answered
Brow waxing has been around since… well, before the millenium, if we can stretch our dusty memories back to the pre-smartphone era. It started in the ’60s and took off in the ’80s – and there’s a reason it’s been popular so long. It’s quick, easy and effective. If you’ve never tried it, here’s what to expect. … [Read more...] about Your eyebrow waxing questions, answered