The average person puts on nearly half a stone in weight over the festive season and yet, say the experts, it’s entirely possible to have a good time without spoiling the waistline. HILARIE STELFOX passes on their top tips for making merry and not regretting it in JanuaryRead
Head massage is great for revitalising the much-neglected skin of the scalp. Soak cotton wool in coconut or sesame oil (not for those with nut allergies), part hair in several places and dab, then gently rub the scalp with fingertips.Read
Green teas can help to reduce bacterial growth on teeth and gums. Such teas contain polyphenols which inhibit bacteria and the build-up of plaque, important for the prevention of both cavities and heart disease.Read
Petrochemicals, including propylene glycol (an ingredient of antifreeze) and petrolatum (also known as mineral oil), are used in many cosmetics and grooming products. They can cause skin reactions in sensitive people.Read
Botox injections work by paralysing small facial muscles and can actually help to prevent further frown lines from forming. Results may take up to 21 days to show and last for around six months.Read
If you’re still looking for a festive party outfit and cash is tight why not browse the nearly new shops? Every charity outlet has a sparkling Christmas collection, as Hilarie Stelfox discoveredRead
Helen O’Brien was just 28 when doctors gave her the devastating news that she had breast cancer. She now wants to raise awareness of the fact that the disease can affect almost anyone at any age. Hilarie Stelfox reportsRead
Make-over winner Anna Wallace is a real trooper who puts everyone else before herself. So said Anna’s mum Phyllis Kaye when nominating her for our £400 prize package of top-to-toe beauty and fashion. HILARIE STELFOX met them bothRead
In case you hadn’t heard, times are tough and money is tight. But Government cut backs don’t have to mean the end of visits to the hair or beauty salon. Hilarie Stelfox finds out where to get a hair cut for £6.50 and an aromatherapy massage for a fiverRead
