Modern diets are high in acid forming foods like sugar and white bread. We eat far more of these foods than we are supposed to, and the result is that our blood levels become acidic too and out of our usual pH range. This has a very negative effect on the body, as our cells [...]

The fictional character Carrie Bradshaw is still as iconic for her style as she ever was. One of her best loved assets was her full, wavy blonde hair. This excellent video shows how you can create the wild waves of the Sex and the City character. Enjoy!

How often do you wash your hair? According to this video clip from the 1950s, it used to be normal to only wash your hair every two weeks. There’s no mention of conditioner, but astringent products like vinegar and lemon juice are suggested to make the hair shaft squeaky clean.

If you were told that nightingale droppings could be the key to healthier skin, would you slather it on? Now, you can do just that at New York’s Shizuka Spa. The spa’s treatment menu includes a ‘bird poop facial’, which uses nightingale excrement mixed with rice bran and water as a face mask. The mask [...]

Do you have a lot of unused makeup which is cluttering up the house? Most of us have at least one beauty product which we bought on a whim and haven’t looked at again since. Now you can do something with them, whilst helping a great cause. Every week in the UK, two women are [...]

The first of the month is, for many, a chance to get back on track with healthy eating and general well-being. Most of us manage to gain a few pounds in December and have over indulged in sweet foods and alcohol. By the time January rolls around we’re ready for a change. Some people will [...]

Bleach is world famous salon for its incredible and bold colouring. Right now, the colourists and stylists from the hair salon are working on Barbie, creating statement hairstyle for the stylish doll. So far, there has been a great range of styles from the rainbow rope braid above to a fun dip-dyed color. Each Barbie [...]

Choosing the right tool for your make up application can make a bigger difference than you might realise. A foundation brush helps to get an even finish, but for a truly flawless, airbrushed look you might want to consider using a kabuki brush. The soft, rounded brush is used in circular motions to conceal pores [...]

During the winter, skin can get dry and flaky which often results in clogged pores. It can be more difficult to clean out congested pores during the winter as the complexion can become more sensitive, so products like Benzoyl Peroxide or Salicylic Acid can irritate the skin. Instead, treat your skin to a weekly steam. [...]

We all have our own insecurities and it’s good to know that big stars and models have body image worries too – we’re all human! Model Miranda Kerr recently opened up to People Magazine about how she felt when she joined the Victoria’s Secret Angels… “I just remember the first time I met Adriana [Lima], [...]