Natural Beauty

Switch off from the start of your hols with these top tips to unwind A quarter of all Brits take around five days to switch off on holiday, with a fifth of us saying it’s so hard to disconnect from work we never completely relax during our break. It’s symptomatic of our “switched on” culture; but never fully powering down means we’re seriously at risk of burnout. And an unbelievable...

Whether you’re jetting off for some much-needed winter sun or soaking up the rays back in good old Blighty, safe tanning is a something that’s even the most enthusiastic of sun-worshippers is taking on board. While fair-skins and redheads need to be uber careful, there...

Just as you’d tailor your clothes for the season, your beauty and skin care should be adapted to the season too As the weather gets warmer, it’s a good idea to spare a thought to your beauty regime. The makeup that gets you through the...

Find out all about jojoba oil, including what it does, the benefits of using it and how much you might need Written by Victoria Goldman on March 19, 2019 Reviewed by Dr Nicole Chiang on March 24, 2019 Overview You may have seen it in your...

Is your skin dry, itchy, spotty or sore? Get the low-down on some of the most common skin conditions and how you can help manage them Written by Victoria Goldman on March 7, 2019 Reviewed by Dr Nicole Chiang on March 15, 2019 Your skin...

CBD oil has shaken off its alternative image, and can now be found in a wide range of beauty products. So, could CBD give your skin-care regime a boost? Mention to a friend that you’re using CBD oil, and they may look at you suspiciously...

Feel beautiful from head to toe with this wonder oil It seems there’s no limit to the strange and wonderful ingredients currently hitting the beauty shelves recently, from seahorse plankton to dragons’ blood, we’ve seen it all. But what is hemp seed oil, where does...

Find out all about activated charcoal, including what it does, the benefits to taking it and how much you might need Written by Rosalind Ryan on January 26, 2019 Reviewed by Carolina Brooks on January 31, 2019 Overview What is activated charcoal and what does...

Find out all about peppermint oil, including what it does, the benefits to taking it and how much you might need Written by Beth Gibbons on December 6, 2018 Reviewed by Dr Sarah Schenker on December 18, 2018 Overview What is peppermint oil and what...

Find out everything you ever wanted to know about apple cider vinegar – what it does, who it could benefit, and how to take it Written by Charlotte Haigh on December 9, 2018 Reviewed by Dr Sarah Schenker on December 17, 2018 You may have...

The beauty tweaks you need to make for the new season Bring on the winter. You’ve dug out the warm coats from the back of the wardrobe and the fridge is stocked with shopping for an afternoon’s souping. But, is your skincare also set for...

3 steps to more spa-like bathing at home If you were to spend a restful weekend away in a luxurious hotel, we’re willing to bet it would include a long, scented soak. But, why wait until then? While you might not be able to fit...