Every month, the symptoms begin like clockwork. A surge of menstrual-related hormones might result in blemishes appearing along your chin and forehead. Some women complain about swollen joints while others experience extreme nausea. Food cravings and the fluctuation of emotions are universal. Menstrual cramps are agonising....
EVOLUTION OF THE BROW When we think of 90’s and 00’s eyebrows, our minds wander to Reese Witherspoon’s iconic paper-thin brows arches. She wasn’t alone. Gwen Stefani, Nicole Ritche and Scarlett Johanson were all part of the wave of women who plucked their eyebrows within an...
Vanity aside, a lot of us believe that there are many perks to being a 20-something. The naturally youthful skin is certainly enviable, and enjoying an eager metabolism means that you’re probably in the best shape of your life, but most middle-aged people miss the...
For many of us, fashion is the expression of self. It is the vehicle with which we can communicate our mood and personality to the world. When you are feeling particularly perky you might wear a striking top or a pair of memorable shoes. On...
Collagen is the closest thing our skin has to the fountain of youth. It keeps what is considered the largest organ in our body smooth, supple and hydrated. There are many ways in which we can load up on the protein. We suggest ramping up...
It is always fascinating to me how much time and money gets spent on all kinds of aesthetic self-care, but so little on our not-quite-so-visible sexual self-care. We take out expensive gym contracts, spend a small fortune on hair and body products and are very happy...
So, you've probably seen or heard the phrase "body positivity" floating around a lot lately. But what does it mean, and are you excluded if you aren't 'plus-size'? Body positivity is unlearning the idea that only certain bodies and physical appearances are worth acceptance and praise,...
Hydrolysed collagen peptides are taking the health and beauty world by storm! With the ability to improve the elasticity of the skin, and reduce wrinkles it has been hailed as a miracle supplement. But since it’s made from animals (most often cows, chickens, and some...
Aromatherapy is a relaxation and restorative technique that uses plant oils to heal the body. Quite literally, as you inhale, the molecules from the essential oils through the ‘aroma’, begin to work on stress levels, cognitive performance and circulation – among other things. When receiving...
"Mother is the name for God in the lips and hearts of little children." - William Makepeace Thackeray Mothers are pretty amazing - I’m sure we can all agree. So how do we adequately show our appreciation to the brave few who’ve hazarded one of the...