Researchers are working to develop an anti-UV pill which changes skin cells so that they make their own natural “sunscreen,” in order to prevent wide spectrum UV damage. These things take time though – researchers expect to start testing the drug within the next two years and have hopes of releasing it to the market [...]

According to a study by the University of Toronto, women who use Botox are perceived a more cold and vain than people who use moisturisers, stay out of the sun or even have face lifts to combat premature ageing. Participants of the research study were given information about women’s anti-aging choices and asked to make [...]

If you like to get Botox you could actually be causing your muscles to sag, according to research. It’s long been known the Botox causes muscle wasting due to muscle inactivity in the places you get injected but new research has found muscle wastage isn’t confined to the injection site. The neurotoxin spreads easily throughout [...]

Recent research conducted by Kings College London found that people with a higher percentage of moles age better. Researchers found that not only do moles create a more youthful appearance but those with a larger percentage of moles appear to experience fewer signs of aging skin, like wrinkles and age spots. The reason why this [...]

There are a lot of skin concerns out there – from smoking and sugar to the sun’s rays, and now you can add driving to the list. A recent study from German scientists has proved that exposure to traffic-related air pollution over time can be linked to skin aging. This is down to carbon particles, [...]

New research has found that a cup of cocoa could boost brain power, even going as far as to help treat dementia. Scientists at the University of Nottingham have discovered that cocoa is high in natural nutrients which increase blood flow to the brain. The chocolaty drink could help treat conditions such as strokes or [...]

According to recent reports, blonde-haired women actually earn, on average, seven percent more than women with other hair colours. This is even despite their reputation as being ditzy and dumb. A study in Australian journal ‘Economics Letters’, noted that being fair haired can boost your pay by up to £1,600 a year. The study, which [...]

Many people rely on the sun protection factor in our makeup and foundation to keep our skin safe during the day. However, The Daily Mail has reported that one fifth of cosmetics with SPF isn’t up to EU sunscreen standards and doesn’t actually give any protection against UVA rays which are responsible for aging. Researchers [...]

The antioxidant benefits of cocoa are well documented, but did you know that these compounds can help dilate the blood vessels. Researchers are now researching if supplements of these compounds can help reduce high blood pressure, which is a major risk factor for heart attacks and strokes. The pill may provide a more natural option [...]

A study by two psychologists at The University of Rochester in America has examined the relationship between colour and behavior. The research revealed that the colour red makes men feel more attracted to women. In the course of the study researchers analyzed men’s responses to photographs of women under a variety of color presentations. In [...]