Author: Celiece Channet

Money Diary: A Publicist On £43,000

Money Diary: A Publicist On £43,000

Welcome to Money Diaries where we are tackling the ever-present taboo that is money. We’re asking real people how they spend their hard-earned money during a seven-day period — and we’re tracking every last penny. This week: “I’m a 34-year-old woman living in Leeds with my husband and dog. We have lived […]

“Nail Greenies” Are The BIAB Side Effect No One Warned Me About

“Nail Greenies” Are The BIAB Side Effect No One Warned Me About

I love to keep my nails looking pristine. For the past few years, I’ve been obsessed with gel manicures, often choosing a sparkly pink or a standout blue to complement my signature navy mascara. But I discovered that gel chipped easily, and after a removal appointment left my natural nails […]

The ‘You Look Happier’ Trend Is Giving Us Space To Be Messy

The ‘You Look Happier’ Trend Is Giving Us Space To Be Messy

Doing the “right” thing. The wellness thing. Or even the self-betterment thing, is so impressed upon us these days, we can feel guilty when we make the “wrong” choice for our overall wellbeing. Things like: Texting an ex, getting drunk instead of sitting with tough emotions, flaking on the gym […]

Those Red Light Sunbeds You’re Seeing Everywhere? Yeah, They’re A Scam

Those Red Light Sunbeds You’re Seeing Everywhere? Yeah, They’re A Scam

Welcome to Sun Blocked, Refinery29’s global call to action to wake up to the serious dangers of tanning. No lectures or shaming, we promise. Instead, our goal is to arm you with the facts you need to protect your skin to the best of your ability, because there’s no such […]