People keep saying that isolation is a good time for DIY and, seen as salons are shut for the moment, we agree (yes, beauty DIY counts). We’ve already divulged our tips for removing your gel mani at home and next up? Acrylic nails. By Beth Ludolf … [Read more...] about This is how you *properly* remove acrylic nails at home
How to remove your gel mani at home (like a pro)
Staying at home has its pros and cons. A pro: you can get your cost-per-wear down on *that* cashmere tracksuit you bought ages ago. A con: you can’t make your gel removal appointment. That’s not an excuse to pick them off, though. Here’s how to remove them at home, just like a nail technician. By Beth Ludolf … [Read more...] about How to remove your gel mani at home (like a pro)
This is how to keep your nails healthy (according to a pro)
Right, I’ve made a decision and I’m putting it here in writing so I can’t go back on it; this is the year that I (finally) stop biting my nails and grow them. And that means they need to be healthy. I spoke to nail pro, Lauren Williams – Director of award-winning nail bar, London Grace – to find out how to get the strong, healthy nails of my dreams. By Beth Ludolf … [Read more...] about This is how to keep your nails healthy (according to a pro)
This up-do hairstyle is everywhere and it’s giving us serious 90s vibes
Kat Stratford in 10 Things I Hate About You, Kiera Knightly in Love Actually, Bella Hadid in the front row. What do all of these women have in common? Unfathomable bone structure, yes, but also tendrils. “What on earth are tendrils?”, I hear you cry. They’re those two bits of hair left out of an up-do. Up-dos can look a bit pageant-queen if they’re too done, tendrils give … [Read more...] about This up-do hairstyle is everywhere and it’s giving us serious 90s vibes
The hot massage showdown: stone vs oil
Nothing beats an indulgent massage after (or before, or during) a long week at work. Plus, did we mention massage is good for your health? It rebalances hormones and even helps us sleep. Just one thing to define: which you fancy; hot stone or hot oil. Sigh – if only every decision in life was that pleasant (anyone else agonise over which pair of black skinnies to wear in the … [Read more...] about The hot massage showdown: stone vs oil