If you’re confused by council tax, you’re not alone — the maths isn’t maths–ing, and two women are tired of it. Campaigners want to lobby the government to change the council tax discount for solo dwellers. People who can afford to live alone and want to — if say, they […]
It’s not unusual for celebrities to share their odd beauty habits with me. One told me that her skincare routine is never complete without a monthly placenta facial (yes, actual human placenta). Another said that, despite having fronted various shampoo ads, she allows her hair to “clean itself” — a […]
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 25-year-old occupational therapist living in Bristol. I’m fairly newly qualified and I work in a […]
With the new year bringing with it a bounty of bold fashion trends — denim gowns and mesh footwear, to name a few — it’s easy to overlook what’s happening with all things jewellery. Necklaces and earrings might be the last thing you put on when piecing together an outfit, […]
My friend gasps and looks up at me as I take a long sip of my drink, teasing her. I’ve just given her the latest update on my love life and a look of bewilderment has taken over her face. She takes a deep breath to compose herself and asks […]
When friends ask me how to achieve a professional-looking manicure at home with little skill or without spending a tonne of money, I’m typically stumped. We know the only true, pro-manicure you can get is one in a nail salon, for example builder in a bottle (BIAB) or the trending […]
I feel very fortunate to have access to both a dermatologist and a therapist. The former I see on an as-needed basis, like when I accidentally use a high-concentration vitamin C serum and it causes contact dermatitis (I needed a prescription to bring down the swelling.) The former is a […]
At Refinery29, we’re here to help you navigate this overwhelming world of stuff. All of our market picks are independently selected and curated by the editorial team. If you buy something we link to on our site, Refinery29 may earn commission. Okay, I love a square-toe boot and own quite […]
Welcome to Refinery29 Loves, the monthly news bulletin where you’ll find the best things to shop and see in fashion and beauty right now. The month of January routinely gets a bad rap. Whether it’s “Blue Monday” getting everyone down in the dumps or the dreary weather forecast making us […]
Winter brings with it the annual battle against the fluctuating external factors that turn your skin into a dehydrated shadow of its former glowing self. So while we bundle up to keep warm in the chilly weather, we also have to take extra care of our skin. But why exactly […]
