Cyanobacteria, a blue-green algae which is said to be one of the earliest forms of life on earth, may be the key to a new sunscreen which blocks out harmful and potentially dangerous UV rays.  The microorganism has evolved over the past few million years to develop a mechanism for releasing amino acids. These amino [...]

Having a big bottom is good for your health according to new research. Studies show that storing fat on the glutes and thighs, rather than the belly, cuts levels of ‘bad’ cholesterol and raises levels of the ‘good’ cholesterol that protect against hardening of the arteries. It is also said to cut the risk of [...]

I-phone users may be interested to know that the latest i-phone app, yet to be launched in the UK, claims to be able to get rid of your wrinkles, cellulite and acne. The application has been developed by NY-based United Holdings Group and claims to use wavelengths of light and sound to generate collagen, making [...]

A third of teenage girls are more concerned with their looks than getting good marks at school, a new study had found. The research, commissioned by Superdrug, found that more than one in three girls feel that looking good is more important than anything, and nearly half feel pressure to look good from their friends. [...]

Scientists at Queensland University, Australia, claim to have created a fragrance that will lift the mood of the nation and counter the damaging effects of stress. Serenascent is a spray based on the chemicals released when grasses and green leaves are cut and contains a mixture of hexanals, hexenols and pinenes in very specific ratios. [...]