Page 21 - News

Woman smiling while getting a haircut from a hairstylist in a bright, modern salon.

The Shattered Fringe: the bang trend replacing curtain bangs

Harriet L. Whitmore • August 19, 2026

Friday evening: the bathroom mirror light is a touch too yellow, and your hairbrush is teetering on the sink. You’re...

Hands using a dropper to apply oil, with a brown bottle and small bowls on a wooden table near a window.

Weleda Astaxanthin Serum Drops: Anti-Ageing with Astaxanthin, White Tea and NATRUE Certification

Harriet L. Whitmore • August 19, 2026

Many bathroom cabinets hide little bottles you buy once, ignore for months, and then rediscover later. This anti-ageing serum is...

Person applying hair oil with a dropper to a curly wig on a bathroom counter with apple and towels nearby.

Apple cider vinegar on the scalp: what it does and how to use it safely

Harriet L. Whitmore • August 19, 2026

Apple cider vinegar on the scalp has come back into the spotlight after studies and specialists highlighted its potential to...

Woman in white t-shirt using magnifying glass to read label on bottle in store aisle with basket of products.

Cien at Lidl: Dalli, quality controls, and what to watch before you buy

Harriet L. Whitmore • August 19, 2026

Behind these budget-friendly bottles sits a European industrial player that manages the formulas, manufacturing and quality checks. This article sets...

Young woman with short hair adjusting glasses while sitting at a café table with a coffee cup nearby

A Textured Pixie for Glasses That Finally Looks Balanced

Harriet L. Whitmore • August 19, 2026

She was far too occupied sweeping her fringe aside, tipping her head, pushing her glasses up, then down, then taking...

Young man on balcony holding straw hat and applying sunscreen in sunny urban setting

Swedish long-term study: Sun avoidance increases mortality - comparable to smoking

Harriet L. Whitmore • August 19, 2026

A major Swedish long-term study challenges a cornerstone of many public health messages: avoiding sunburn, yes - but avoiding the...

Hairdresser styling a middle-aged woman’s freshly highlighted grey hair in a modern salon.

Herringbone Highlights: A Softer Way to Blend Grey Hair

Harriet L. Whitmore • August 19, 2026

It’s 08:30 on a Tuesday and the salon is already humming when she steps through the door. She’s in her...

A person applying skincare serum to another person's hand over a white towel on a wooden table.

Korean technique to protect cuticles and nails

Harriet L. Whitmore • August 19, 2026

Daily washing-up, house cleaning and constant exposure to chemical products often leave nails dehydrated, peeling and with irritated cuticles. To...

Person holding a bamboo toothbrush near white dispenser and comb in a modern bathroom with sink and plant.

Creative Recycling: Turn Shampoo Bottles into Organisers with Danish Minimalism for Home Organisation

Harriet L. Whitmore • August 19, 2026

Empty plastic bottles piling up can leave your shower enclosure cluttered and cramped. By embracing creative recycling, you can turn...

Woman with wavy brown hair smiling as hairstylist lifts her hair in a salon chair in front of a mirror.

The 2026 anti-age bob haircut for women over 40 inspired by Halle Berry

Harriet L. Whitmore • August 19, 2026

A quietly emerging cut is starting to dominate hair salons, offering a fresher-looking face, lighter features and a noticeable surge...

Woman attentively listening to healthcare professional explaining a vaccine injection in a medical office.

Injectable peptides are the new anti-ageing trend sweeping the beauty industry

Harriet L. Whitmore • August 19, 2026

Injectable peptides have become a fashionable new anti-ageing fix in the beauty world. Online and across social media, these compounds...

Black electric rotary shaver standing on bathroom counter next to a beige toiletry bag and a smartphone.

Xiaomi Mijia Electric Shaver Pro Set launches on Youpin for 699 yuan (about $100)

Harriet L. Whitmore • August 19, 2026

Xiaomi has introduced the new Mijia Electric Shaver Pro Set on the Youpin platform. The kit is listed at 699...

Woman with shampoo foam in hair holding a purple bottle, looking at herself in bathroom mirror.

Toning Shampoo After Bleaching: Neutralisation and Hydration for Yellow and Orange Hair

Harriet L. Whitmore • August 19, 2026

After bleaching, hair can still show warm undertones that weren’t fully lifted during the process, which makes the colour look...

Older woman wrapped in a towel smiling and touching a glass shower door in a bright bathroom

Showering after 65: A gentler routine for comfort and skin health

Harriet L. Whitmore • August 19, 2026

Each time you wash, you end up weighing up comfort, routine and what your skin is still able to tolerate....

Woman with long wavy hair sitting at dressing table, looking in round mirror with fruits and hair straightener nearby.

Modern Hair Straightening with Taninoplasty for Frizz Control Without Daily Straighteners

Harriet L. Whitmore • August 19, 2026

Hair straightening is no longer synonymous with using straighteners every day and ending up with damaged hair. Newer hair-treatment methods...

Couple with lipstick kiss marks on their faces sharing a kiss at an outdoor café.

Red lipstick and the kiss: style and confidence

Harriet L. Whitmore • August 19, 2026

A kiss is more than a universally recognised gesture of affection; it also carries cultural symbols that have become tied...

Woman rinsing hair over a bathroom sink holding a glass measuring cup filled with liquid.

Apple Cider Vinegar Rinse: The Simple Conditioner Swap That Delivers Salon Shine

Harriet L. Whitmore • August 19, 2026

At the wash basin, you usually brace yourself for criticism: dry ends, dull mid-lengths, “We should really do a treatment.”...

Woman in a white t-shirt reading a product label in a supermarket aisle filled with bottled goods.

Yuka Warning: Methylisothiazolinone and Methylchloroisothiazolinone in Shower Gels

Harriet L. Whitmore • August 19, 2026

Reaching for a favourite bottle on the bathroom shelf is part of everyday life for most people. A fruity fragrance,...

Woman with short grey hair smiling while getting a haircut at a modern salon with a large mirror.

Short Pixie Cut for Women Over 60: Practical, Elegant Styles

Harriet L. Whitmore • August 19, 2026

After 60, many women start looking for haircuts that feel lighter, make day-to-day styling easier and suit their current stage...

Young woman sitting at a table with papers, drinking green juice, watching a video on a tablet in a bright kitchen.

Chlorophyll and collagen: do wellness supplements live up to the hype?

Harriet L. Whitmore • August 19, 2026

Walk into a health food shop, flick through TikTok, or wander the aisles of a beloved beauty chain and you’ll...

Middle-aged woman applying a green facial mask with a brush in a bright bathroom with plants.

Organic henna and plant pigments for grey hair: a natural finish

Harriet L. Whitmore • August 19, 2026

Organic colouring with henna and plant-based pigments has become an alternative for anyone wanting to soften grey hair with a...