Month: November 2023

A Guide To Safe & (Somewhat) Painless At-Home IPL, According To A Pro

A Guide To Safe & (Somewhat) Painless At-Home IPL, According To A Pro

If the last couple of years have taught us anything, it’s that a lot of beauty treatments can be done on the cheap from the comfort of your own home — brow tints, haircuts (well, trims anyway), facials, gel manicures and even hair removal. But how does the at-home version […]

20 Lululemon Bestsellers On Our Christmas Wish Lists

20 Lululemon Bestsellers On Our Christmas Wish Lists

When it comes to coveted pieces for both the movement- and comfort-obsessed, lululemon is the name on everyone’s lips. From the brand’s signature ultra-soft leggings to the wear-everywhere athleisure jackets we would gladly live in, it’s no surprise that the brand is a reader-favourite year-round — and a top destination for […]

She Cooks Anime Food IRL That Would Make Hayao Miyazaki Proud

She Cooks Anime Food IRL That Would Make Hayao Miyazaki Proud

Imagine you’re exploring the wilderness amid medieval castles, when you come across a fellow adventurer named Lynn. It’s almost as if she knew you’d be famished by the time you reached her, because she has a fire, a pot of boiling water, and ingredients for chicken-mushroom skewers ready to go. […]

Uniqlo x Anya Hindmarch Collab Features Eye-Catching Winter Knits

Uniqlo x Anya Hindmarch Collab Features Eye-Catching Winter Knits

Attention Uniqlo lovers! A new designer collaboration is coming and it’s guaranteed to add some fun to your winter wardrobe. Pairing up for the first time with British accessories brand Anya Hindmarch—known for their expert craftsmanship, playful motifs (like the label’s signature googly-eyes), and whimsy bags (see: their Heinz ketchup […]

This Australian Beauty Brand Is The Secret To My Glowing Winter Skin

This Australian Beauty Brand Is The Secret To My Glowing Winter Skin

From the futuristic (cutting edge and industry-shifting Korean beauty ingredients) to the classic (tradition-steeped Indian beauty practices), some of the biggest skincare trends come from around the globe. The latest international phenomenon to sweep on to my own bathroom vanity? A-beauty, aka, Australian beauty — making waves in the form […]

Money Diary: A Senior Project Manager In Edinburgh On £52,000

Money Diary: A Senior Project Manager In Edinburgh On £52,000

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 senior project manager and product owner, living in Edinburgh. I moved here in […]

Meet Ectoin, The Ingredient Your Dry Skin Needs This Winter

Meet Ectoin, The Ingredient Your Dry Skin Needs This Winter

Learning about new skincare ingredients is like deep sea discovery — there’s always something new and unexpected waiting around the corner. We started with hyaluronic acid and vitamin C, moved on to niacinamide and exfoliating acids, and now we’re entering a new period of peptides and other ingredients — anything […]

Women’s Esports Are Stronger Than Ever. Next Comes The Hard Part

Women’s Esports Are Stronger Than Ever. Next Comes The Hard Part

Last November, things just weren’t going according to plan for the women of G2 Gozen. After a commanding year, G2 Esports’ women’s Valorant team found themselves down 0-2 in a best-of-five during the grand finals of the first-ever Game Changers Championship, an event featuring solely women’s esports teams. In order […]

Cuticle Oil Is Invaluable & 6 Other Tips I Learned From A Nail Dermatologist

Cuticle Oil Is Invaluable & 6 Other Tips I Learned From A Nail Dermatologist

I recently met with Dana Stern, MD, a dermatologist who specialises in nails. It’s a niche field of study. While other dermatologists may see patients with specific nail concerns every once in a while, Dr Stern’s core focus is nail diagnosis, treatment, and surgery, making her an ideal expert to […]

Black Feminists Are Standing Up For Palestinians — No Matter The Cost

Black Feminists Are Standing Up For Palestinians — No Matter The Cost

Brea Baker is a writer and organiser. In this op-ed, she shares her perspective on the history and current movement of Black feminist support for Palestine. Poet Aja Monet, singers Kehlani and Amerie, and activist Tamika Mallory are just some of the prominent Black women who have lent their talent […]