Embracing your greys? Here’s how to care for natural grey hair

I think autumn gets a bad rap. Yes, it means summer is over - did it even begin? - and yes, it can be an absolute nightmare to dress for - freezing in the mornings, boiling by lunchtime - but it’s all my warm-toned dreams come true. So, you can imagine my joy at the copper hair trend. Bonfires, golden leaves, pumpkin spice: super-warm tones are inherently autumn (read: I'm already on board).  Auburn is a failsafe - the brown undertone flatters all skin tones - but if you’re after added-drama, go for a rich copper. Just like rainbow brights,…

I don’t know who needs to hear this but, put down the scissors. A DIY fringe will not solve your problems. Nor will bleach (trust me, accidental-orange hair is not good for the old stress levels). If you’re planning a drastic hair change, then do just that: plan it. And leave it to the experts, please. By Beth Ludolf

It would be dramatic to say that hair removal is the bane of my life, but hair removal is the bane of my life. I wish I was comfortable going au natural, but sadly I’m not – maybe one day, when the pursuit for dolphin-smooth skin becomes too much for me. I’ve tried four different methods of hair removal to see which is the best (or least-awful) for *down there*, to save you the time – and the pain. By Beth Ludolf