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Woman taking a supplement pill at a wooden kitchen table with a healthy meal and glass of water nearby.

Hair loss beyond normal: signs of nutritional deficiency and scalp health

Harriet L. Whitmore • August 19, 2026

Excessive hair loss can stem from factors that go far beyond the products you apply to your hair. In many...

Woman applying mascara to her eyelashes in a bathroom with makeup tools on the counter.

Benefit Roller Lash Mascara: Lash-Lift Effect Without Treatments

Harriet L. Whitmore • August 19, 2026

Plenty of women spend money on lash lifts and pricey treatments - yet a single mascara can mimic the same...

Male healthcare worker in blue scrubs using hand sanitizer in a hospital corridor with colleagues and patient in background

Portugal hand hygiene compliance reaches 82.2%, says DGS

Harriet L. Whitmore • August 19, 2026

Portugal’s healthcare professionals recorded a hand hygiene compliance rate of 82.2% last year, close to the level seen during the...

Woman with long hair sitting in a salon chair having her hair brushed by a stylist.

Monochromatic Colouration: why One-Colour Hair Colour is the new salon favourite

Harriet L. Whitmore • August 19, 2026

For the past few years, it has felt as though hair salons have only talked about one thing: balayage, ombré,...

Young man in white t-shirt rinsing mouth with blue mouthwash in a bright bathroom.

Does mouthwash raise blood pressure and harm heart health?

Harriet L. Whitmore • August 19, 2026

Social media clips have suggested that using mouthwash might increase the risk of high blood pressure - and could even...

Woman applying facial serum in front of a mirror with skincare products on the counter in a bright room.

Peptides for Hair Loss: Collagen Peptides, Copper Peptides and Biomimetic Peptides in 90 Days

Harriet L. Whitmore • August 19, 2026

For years, tablets, minoxidil foam and “strengthening” shampoos were seen as the go-to weapons against hair loss. At the same...

Young man wearing a crown and cape receives a trophy on stage while a cheering crowd holds "European Champion" signs outdoors

European Mullet Championship draws crowds in southern Belgium

Harriet L. Whitmore • August 19, 2026

Hundreds of people sporting distinctive haircuts gathered in southern Belgium this weekend for the European Mullet Championship, an annual event...

Woman smiling while applying cream to her cheek in a bright bathroom with skincare items on the counter.

Lotus Cream: the certified organic day cream with an anti-ageing effect

Harriet L. Whitmore • August 19, 2026

When you look in the mirror first thing and all you can see are dark circles, redness and enlarged pores,...

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Iran Strait Closure and the Naphtha Shock Hitting Europe

Harriet L. Whitmore • August 19, 2026

What looks, at first glance, like a distant geopolitical dispute is in fact set to hit wallets across Central Europe....

Woman applying a facial scrub with a cotton pad in a bright bathroom with skincare bottles and plants nearby

Coffee and Apple Cider Vinegar for Skin: How to Use It Safely

Harriet L. Whitmore • August 19, 2026

Mixing coffee with apple cider vinegar has become a popular DIY skincare idea. It relies on everyday kitchen ingredients to...

Doctor wearing gloves examining patient's arm with digital medical illustrations in a clinic room.

Candida auris uses CO2 on human skin to fuel hospital spread

Harriet L. Whitmore • August 19, 2026

Scientists have found that a notorious hospital fungus has adapted to life on human skin by using carbon dioxide released...

Woman applying dry shampoo powder to her hair using a makeup brush in a bathroom.

How to Use Cornflour or Rice Starch for Oily Hair in a Pinch

Harriet L. Whitmore • August 19, 2026

Hair can look freshly washed first thing in the morning and then develop an oily sheen before the day is...

Woman in a white vest using cotton pads to cleanse her face in a bathroom with skincare products on the counter.

Apple Cider Vinegar for Wrinkles: How to Use It Safely on the Face

Harriet L. Whitmore • August 19, 2026

Among natural facial-care options, one familiar kitchen staple has been getting more attention: apple cider vinegar for wrinkles. Best known...

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Bicarbonate of Soda for Smelly Feet: How to Reduce Foot Odour

Harriet L. Whitmore • August 19, 2026

Unpleasant foot odour can crop up even after a shower, especially when sweat, heat and closed shoes create the perfect...

A woman with curly hair getting a haircut from a stylist in a salon with a mirror reflection.

Curly Haircuts: 6 Cuts That Boost Volume and Definition

Harriet L. Whitmore • August 19, 2026

Curly haircuts can help spread the weight through the hair, lift the roots and make room for each curl to...

Woman applying skincare lotion to her upper arm beside a wooden table with bottles and a towel.

Keratosis pilaris: how to manage rough bumps at home

Harriet L. Whitmore • August 19, 2026

Running your hand over your upper arms and feeling a rough, “goosebumps-like” texture can linger even if you shower regularly...

Woman applying deodorant in a bright bathroom with skincare products on the wooden counter next to her

How to Stop Antiperspirant Leaving White Marks on Clothes

Harriet L. Whitmore • August 19, 2026

A white patch that shows up right in the underarm area does not automatically mean your clothes were washed badly....

Woman applying hair serum from a dropper bottle in a sunlit bathroom by a sink and mirror.

Hair Ampoules and the Ampoule Effect in At-Home Treatments

Harriet L. Whitmore • August 19, 2026

For years, hair ampoules were found almost exclusively in hair salons. Seen as one of the most prized tools hairdressers...

Woman applying facial serum in front of bathroom mirror with skincare products on the counter

Skin care after 50: a simple routine for mature skin

Harriet L. Whitmore • August 19, 2026

As the years go by, many women start to reassess their skincare habits and realise that, after 50, what once...

Smiling woman having her hair styled by a hairdresser in a bright salon with plants and bottles in the background.

Soft Highlights with Mineral Clay Without Traditional Bleach

Harriet L. Whitmore • August 19, 2026

Not every set of highlights has to begin with heavy bleaching. Softer lightening methods can create honey, caramel and golden...

Person soaking feet in warm water with bath salts and oil on a wooden bench in a spa setting.

Washing Feet with Salt and Olive Oil: A Practical Home Routine

Harriet L. Whitmore • August 19, 2026

Washing your feet with salt and olive oil is a home routine people use to soften rough patches, lift surface...