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6 Ways to Make Your Beauty Routine More Sustainable
No matter what your stance on the climate crisis may be, one thing is for sure: Us humans know how to consume. In fact, consume is just about all we do, and with consumption comes a whole bunch of waste. Sadly, whether we’re throwing out non-recyclable plastics or recyclable glass, the very act of our consumption is set to have an effect on the state of the planet. And sadly, as time has gone on, our consumption has worsened. According to data, in 1950, global carbon dioxide emissions were around 5 billion tonnes. By 2017, they were around 36 billion tonnes, with further increases reported over 2018 and 2019. And it’s not just carbon emissions from manufacturing and transportation that we should be thinking about. Studies show that, if plastic consumption doesn’t change by 2050, the seas w...
I Own Over 50 Perfumes, and These Are By Far the Most Uplifting
Despite the fact that the size of my perfume collection is without a doubt unnecessary and extravagant, it turns out that my theory about perfume lifting my spirits actually does make sense. Aromatherapy Associates Master Blender Luke Taylor says, “In more recent times, numerous studies have revealed that various psychological effects can be attributed to fragrance inhalation. Increased brain activity, changes in bloody pressure, heart rate and pupil dilation are all immediate effects of olfactory stimulation.” But what exactly makes a great uplifting perfume? The truth is, what’s uplifting for one, might not necessarily be for another. “Any scent you enjoy will evoke happiness, either from the pure joy of experiencing it or reminiscing on past enjoyable events,” says ...
13 Beauty Editors on the Affordable Products That Rival Expensive Buys
Everyone deserves a beauty editor in their group chat for on-the-go questions on everything from the best concealer to where to go for a manicure that’ll last beyond the weekend. With the enviable job of testing and reviewing a seemingly endless supply of beauty products, they’re the best bet for product recommendations. The downside? When you’ve got every beauty brand in the world at your disposal, that often equates to using products that have a whole lot of numbers succeeding the pound sign. So we decided to have a chat with the beauty editors we have on speed dial to find out what affordable beauty products they use that rival the expensive ones out there. You Deserve to Make Money Even When you are looking for Dates Online. So we reimagined what a datin...
6 Influencers Who Inspire Me to Wear More Colour
Despite what my Instagram feed may have you believe, I don’t tend to wear much vibrant colour in my day-to-day life. Particularly now that I’m home more often, my wardrobe predominantly consists of plain white tees, denim, and a vast array of black or grey activewear. Recently, I’ve been throwing on a few summer dresses for good measure, but even with those, I often gravitate toward muted neutral tones or subtler shades. However, with summer on its way I’m finding myself drawn to brighter colours, and thanks to a saved folder filled with vibrant looks that I’ve accumulated on Instagram, it’s never been easier to find inspiration. You Deserve to Make Money Even When you are looking for Dates Online. So we reimagined what a dating...
I Always Get Asked About My Eyebrows—Here’s How I Fake Them
I just want to put a caveat here before I start banging on about my eyebrows’ brilliance: I know that they won’t be to everyone’s tastes but I have worked hard to give my brows love and care to get them to a point I’m finally happy with them. For years, I looked at my eyebrows and lamented that they weren’t very full. They were always a little patchy and, while I didn’t over-pluck them during my teenage years, thanks to my mum’s prudent advice, they still didn’t give off that Brooke Shields vibe I wanted. Then a few years ago, I was finally introduced to fuller brows thanks to my incredible wedding makeup artist. I realised perhaps somewhat late that I could just fake them. Now, I’m not talking about those incredible Instagram eyeb...
My Favourite Cult Brand Is on Sale—These Are the Best Pieces
As contemporary labels go, Faithfull the Brand has been on my radar quite a lot recently. Solidifying itself as a favourite amongst It girls and influencers, the Indonesia-based label has taken up a prominent position on my Instagram feed, as it seems that just about every member of the style set is a fan of label’s vibrant florals and eye-catching patterned pieces. From Chrissy Rutherford to Lucy Williams, influencers everywhere are championing the brand’s summer-ready styles that truly embody the spirit of the season. Over the last year, I’ve kept a mental note of all the Faithfull the Brand items I’ve seen on Instagram, that I’d love to add to my closet. Whether it be an oh-so-cool tie-dye linen shirt or a wear-anywhere floral mini...
The Man Behind the “Rachel” Haircut Just Launched a Soon-to-Be Cult Shampoo
I am no beauty expert, but two things I know is that the “Rachel” haircut is arguably the most significant chop in recent history and that Drunk Elephant is one of the buzziest names in the industry right now. Combine these two things and you’re onto a winner. The skincare brand, which is the fastest-growing in Sephora’s history, just branched out beyond vitamin C serum and overnight oils into hair and body products and enlisted the help of Jennifer Aniston’s longtime hairstylist Chris McMillan. Yes, he is the man behind the “Rachel” haircut. You Deserve to Make Money Even When you are looking for Dates Online. So we reimagined what a dating should be. It begins with giving you back power. Get to meet Beautiful people, chat and make money in the pr...
The 9 Pieces I Want To Show You This Week
We created What to Buy Now to bring you a concise edit every Monday of the items we really love—from the high street, designer labels, vintage gems you can buy online and even charity-shop treasures. We’re constantly scanning the most stylish online stores so you can feel safe in the knowledge that you won’t miss a thing. We know that your fashion requirements can vary massively from season to season, whether you’re looking for an immaculately tailored staple, an affordable sundress or the perfect pair of shoes. So not only will we cover all the bases, but as ardent believers in mindful consumption, we’ll make sure everything we include will look just as fresh in a year’s time as it does now. Of course, we’ll also bring you those piec...
4 Lessons I’ve Learned About Skincare Since Moving to Paris
Because my mother always had luxury skincare products, I thought that good skincare equalled expensive. She’d even forgo other items just so she could buy a costly night cream. But in France, there’s a reason why pharmacy products have become so renowned: It’s because they really are that good for affordable prices. I’m generally of the mindset that you get what you pay for, but in France, you just have to walk off the street into any pharmacy to find a range of products that are reasonably priced, such at Avène, Roche Posay, Caudalie and Vichy. A few of my current favourite products are the beauty essentials created by newish kid on the block, Oh My Cream, which includes a daily SPF moisturiser and serum. My personal top pick is the oatmeal-scented Cleansing Balm, which really does thorou...
This Is the Weirdest Trend for Summer, But It’s Honestly So Chic
Unless I’m working out, I’m not generally a fan of sweating. It’s not that I object to perspiring, but I hate feeling too hot. I’m a Northerner, so anything that’s above 16 degrees feels boiling, quite frankly. So when it comes to spring/summer wardrobes, I tend to stick to the principles of wearing loose garments and usually in cotton. Oh but fashion had other plans for me this season. What had started as the stirrings of a trend at the end of last summer is now set to be a full-fledged look for the coming warmer months: summer leather. Yes, I hear you scoff, but if you think about it, we’ve always worn biker jackets during July and August evenings. However, that’s not just what I’m talking about. I mean leather wrap dresses, minis, pencil s...
My Favourite Cult Brand Is On Sale—And These Are The Best Pieces
As contemporary labels go, Faithfull The Brand has been on my radar quite a lot recently. Solidifying itself as a favourite amongst It-girls and influencers the Indonesia-based label has taken up a prominent position on my Instagram feed, as it seems that just about every member of the style set is a fan of label’s vibrant florals and eye-catching patterned pieces. From Chrissy Rutherford to Lucy Williams, influencers everywhere are championing the brand’s summer-ready styles that truly embody the spirit of the season. Over the last year, I’ve kept a mental note of all the Faithfull the Brand items I’ve seen on Instagram, that I’d love to add to my closet. Whether it be an oh-so-cool tie-dye linen shirt or a wear-anywhere floral mini ...
Burberry’s Next Fashion Show Is an Immersive Experience Set in the Great Outdoors
When Burberry didn’t feature in the British Fashion Council’s first London Fashion Week Digital, a few eagle-eyed fashion fans were left perplexed. But Britain’s premiere heritage house wasn’t going quiet; instead, it was planning something far more grand — an immersive fashion show set in the great (British) outdoors, accessible to all this September. Like many of us, the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) has inspired Burberry to muse about nature in all its purity and power. The brand’s Spring/Summer 2021 collection titled “Burberry in Nature” seeks to “redefine our fashion landscape with new forms of expression.” The brand’s creative director, Riccardo Tisci, explained in a press statement that “as humans, we have always had a...
