For the brand, beautiful makeup starts with beautiful skin. This vision stems from the legacy of its founder, Mr. Shu Uemura, a Japanese make-up artist and pioneer of the modern skincare approach, and lives on today through an iconic, versatile … [Read more...]
4 ways to upgrade your living room
Your living room doesn't need a full renovation to feel completely different. A few well-chosen updates, like bolder colour on the walls, a more considered lighting arrangement, and a new layer of texture, can shift the whole character of a space. … [Read more...]
Why Beach Lovers Are Going to Croatia This Summer
Croatia is drawing beach lovers this summer with crystal-clear waters and a reliably warm Mediterranean climate. It's no surprise that Croatia holidays are topping wish lists as travellers look for a destination that combines natural beauty with … [Read more...]
A Straightforward Guide To Divorce In Leeds And The Lawyers Who Handle It
Divorce in Leeds follows the legal process used across England and Wales, but the details surrounding finances, property, and children often make each situation different. People approaching separation frequently want to understand two things early … [Read more...]
Feminine Staples That Turn Up the Heat in the Bedroom
Femininity is something many of us yearn to channel. You know, that irresistible confidence, jaw-dropping outfits, and perfectly-styled hair. The right balance is elegant yet unapologetic. It leaves the type of impact that immediately dials up the … [Read more...]
How New Housing Developments Are Supporting Growing Yorkshire
Yorkshire is undergoing significant change, with new housing developments playing a pivotal role in meeting the region’s increasing demand for homes. As the population grows and more people move to Yorkshire for its vibrant economy and scenic … [Read more...]
Beyond bedrooms: What to look for when buying a family home
When you’re buying a long-term family home, it’s easy to get fixated on bedroom numbers. While this is important, day-to-day life is shaped just as much by how the rest of the space works and the area you live in. That’s why it’s … [Read more...]
Why winter driving feels so much more stressful
You know that feeling when the roads look different in early morning frost or fading daylight? Winter changes how your journeys feel, even on familiar routes. Shorter days, sharp contrasts of light and shadow, and sudden shifts in the UK’s weather … [Read more...]
How to Give Your Bathroom a Renovation Without a Whole Rebuild
The tiles are tired, the grout is greying and the taps are too clunky for your style. There are so many things you don't like about your bathroom, but you don't have the time to strip it out and start again. So, what are your options? You might be … [Read more...]
How to Create the Perfect Haircare Routine for Your Hair Type
Creating the perfect haircare routine starts with recognising what the hair actually needs, rather than copying a trend that worked for someone else. Hair type, texture, density, porosity, and styling habits all influence how hair behaves day to day. … [Read more...]
ABIGAIL THORN AND JOE PITTS STAR IN BLINK BY PHIL PORTER AT KING’S HEAD THEATRE
We were invited for a behind the scenes of the first major revival of Phil Porter’s Blink, running at King’s Head Theatre from 19 February - 22 March. The two-hander explores themes of voyeurism and parasocial relationships, and of watching and … [Read more...]
The judy murray Facial Treatment Morpheus8 Tried and Tested
When I was invited to try Morpheus8, the A-list non-surgical facial treatment that has reportedly knocked years off Judy Murray and Amanda Holden, I swiftly made space in my diary! Afterall, a year of Zoom calls and scrutinizing my own face, has led … [Read more...]
The new Jo Malone Marmalade Collection
The hope of a warm Summer in the garden signals a new limited-edition collection from Jo Malone London, inspired by nostalgic scenes and marmalade dreams. You'll notice before even a sniff of these vibrant scents the gorgeous new bottle designs which … [Read more...]
Burt’s Bees Perfect Easy Squeezy Lip Colours
I am such a fan of Burt's Bees tinted lip balms, I knew these were going to be a hit with me, but I didn't realise how much colour pay-off there would be with these squeezy lip tints until I tried them. The new Squeezy Tinted Lip Balms are available … [Read more...]
What is collagen & why you should consider adding it to your diet as you age
The body makes its own collagen, through a process referred to as collagen synthesis. For this to occur, the body needs a variety of amino acids, such as glycine, proline and hydroxyproline. There are many types of collagen. Type I is found in skin, … [Read more...]
7 SPORTING EVENTS CONFIRMED FOR THIS YEAR
If you have been training for marathons that keep getting cancelled, this year you can get your running shoes back on and join other people, yes other people, to run, swim and cycle around the UK again safely. Here are some of the events that will be … [Read more...]
Herbs with Health Benefits
Herbs are a fantastic way of injecting a little extra flavour into your favourite dishes. But they’re also a great source of micronutrients, many of which can’t be had elsewhere, as well as having direct psychoactive effects. If you’re looking to … [Read more...]
Pedro Almodóvar’S THE HUMAN VOICE TRAILER
Pathé have announced that the new short film, THE HUMAN VOICE, directed by Spanish legendPedro Almodóvar and starring Tilda Swinton, will be launched on 19 May 2021 at a special Event Screening in cinemas across the UK. The film will be … [Read more...]
HERBAL HAIRCARE at WILDERNESS HAIR: Interview with Louise King
Wilderness Hair is a unique, herbalist hair care brand that provides vegan, organic, cruelty-free, handmade products, alongside a pioneering Liverpool-based vegan salon that harnesses the power of herbs and botany and provides an eloquent and … [Read more...]
WILD MOUNTAIN THYME
From writer and director John Patrick Shanley (Doubt, Moonstruck), WILD MOUNTAIN THYME captures the romance, lyricism and transcendent beauty of the Irish countryside in a love story between two lonely souls. Passionate, determined and smart, … [Read more...]
Gwyneth Paltrow gets her SPF application WRONG
Gwyneth Paltrow's recent advice on SPF application caused a bit of concern and outrage amongst dermatologists and skincare professionals. Instead of applying SPF all over her face, Gwyneth dabs it on her nose and cheeks, or "where the sun hits". We … [Read more...]
THE MAURITANIAN
THE MAURITANIAN follows the remarkable true story of Mohamedou Ould Slahi (Tahar Rahim) who was captured by the U.S. government and imprisoned for years without trial at Guantanamo Bay (GTMO). It is an inspiring account of survival against all odds … [Read more...]
Motivation to Exercise: How to Find It?
Regardless of your current fitness level, finding the motivation to exercise is one of the biggest hurdles to getting and staying fit and healthy. When the results aren’t immediate, it can be tough to keep feeling enthusiastic about heading back … [Read more...]
Neutrient Vitamin D3 + K2
Everybody irrespective of age, gender or lifestyle needs vitamin D for good health. National surveys reveal that up to 60% of Europeans have inadequate levels of vitamin D which plays a key role in immune support, bone health, muscle function and … [Read more...]