Tag: lifestyle

Young Black Women Are Finally Leading UK Coming-Of-Age TV — But Will It Last?

Young Black Women Are Finally Leading UK Coming-Of-Age TV — But Will It Last?

As a long-time fan of coming-of-age stories, the buzz around shows like Queenie and Boarders marks to me what feels like a turning point in UK television. Over the past few years, we’ve seen a wave of series centring nuanced, well-written, emotionally complex portrayals of Black British girlhood and young […]

Money Diary: A Personal Assistant On £47,500

Money Diary: A Personal Assistant On £47,500

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 35-year-old personal assistant living in London. I moved here almost seven years ago from […]

Glow Recipe’s New Serum Is a Cactus-Powered Take on Snail Mucin

Glow Recipe’s New Serum Is a Cactus-Powered Take on Snail Mucin

From boosting hydration to smoothing texture, the benefits of snail mucin are well-documented among skincare enthusiasts. But the beloved ingredient isn’t right for everyone. For starters, it’s not vegan (duh). Then there’s the tricky possibility of developing an allergic reaction to the stuff, which we try to avoid for obvious […]

Going To Therapy Doesn’t Heal The People Around You

Going To Therapy Doesn’t Heal The People Around You

If I were to ask, ‘What do you know of yourself?’ How would you answer? After six years of therapy and countless iterations of being, I’ve come to know myself as kind, ambitious, unexpectedly funny, and compassionate. But in the same breath, I’d also admit that I’m afraid of abandonment, […]

Money Diary: A Transfer Guide In Portugal On £345 A Month

Money Diary: A Transfer Guide In Portugal On £345 A Month

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. Editor’s note: Totals have been converted from EUR to GBP and are correct at time of writing. […]

Wait, Can Drinking Matcha Really Trigger Hair Loss?

Wait, Can Drinking Matcha Really Trigger Hair Loss?

The matcha PR arc is nothing short of iconic. Once an unknown health drink, the powdered green tea quickly replaced the flat white as the wellness girlie’s beverage of choice. It didn’t stop there: matcha’s pastel green hue has infiltrated all corners of our lives, from matcha coloured manicures to […]

Louis Vuitton Beauty Is Almost Here — & I Tried Everything First

Louis Vuitton Beauty Is Almost Here — & I Tried Everything First

Louis Vuitton has always been synonymous with fashion and travel accessories, and now, the iconic French maison is expanding its collection of luxury goods (including a fragrance range that launched in 2016) to bet big on makeup. Today marks a new chapter in the heritage brand’s history with La Beauté […]

Money Diary: An Assistant Designer On £16,500

Money Diary: An Assistant Designer On £16,500

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 27 years old and I’ve just left my 30k salary role. I worked there […]

I Tried Powdered Body Wash — & I’m Never Going Back To Shower Gel

I Tried Powdered Body Wash — & I’m Never Going Back To Shower Gel

I don’t know about you, but my shower is my oasis. I’ve gone to great lengths to curate the ultimate everything-shower lineup of products in my bathroom, from a rotating cast of hair treatments to a variety of body washes, oils and other sensorial treats that offer a brief escape […]