Whether you’re a skincare enthusiast or simply a cleanse and moisturise type of person, you’re probably aware that there are hundreds of buzzy beauty ingredients on the market. There’s retinol (beloved by dermatologists for minimising acne and fine lines), kojic acid (which experts recommend for treating hyperpigmentation and dark spots) […]
Warning: This article contains descriptions of an eating disorder, which some readers might find upsetting Three years ago I was prescribed weight loss medication by my GP because of sudden and dramatic weight gain that was badly affecting my self-esteem. The medication made me shit myself repeatedly over three months. […]
In our series Salary Stories, women with long-term career experience open up about the most intimate details of their jobs: compensation. It’s an honest look at how real people navigate the complicated world of negotiating, raises, promotions and job loss, with the hope it will give young women more insight into […]
One of the year’s most eagerly anticipated movies, Dune, is finally here. It was first reported that director Denis Villeneuve (Arrival, Blade Runner 2049) was working on an adaptation of Frank Herbert’s classic sci-fi novel in 2016, and excitement grew as he attracted a top drawer cast led by Timothée […]
Sometimes you’re really in the mood for a truly sexy TV show or one of the steamiest movies ever. What makes something genuinely sexy is subjective, but there’s no denying that some TV shows – hello, Bridgerton – are much sexier than others. According to new data by Romantix, the […]
You don’t have to be an astrological fanatic to know your sun sign’s ruling element — after all, there are only four to choose from. Whether you’re a fire, earth, air, or water sign, this aspect of your astrological identity is foundational. Your ruling element can affect your personality, actions, […]
Yes, Scorpio season is upon us, and it only seems right that we should slither into it on the heels of Mars in Libra applying a square to Pluto in Capricorn on the 22nd. Mars is Scorpio’s traditional ruler, while Pluto has been attributed to Scorpio in more modern texts. […]
Ever wondered what you’d say to a therapist, given the chance? We asked Dr Sheri Jacobson, a retired psychotherapist with over 17 years’ clinical experience and the founder of HarleyTherapy.com, for advice on the things we worry about in private. Have a question for a therapist? Submit yours for Sheri. […]
The most popular baby names of 2020 in England and Wales have been revealed by the ONS (Office for National Statistics). For the fifth consecutive year, Olivia and Oliver remained the most popular names given to girls’ and boys’ respectively. There is some change in this year’s list, though. Ivy […]
Since the pandemic hit, achieving a decent work-life balance has never felt more vital. This can mean different things to different people – some of us want to work flexibly; others want to transition to part-time working. The key is finding a way of working that incorporates self-care and keeps […]
