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November 09, 2021 at 08:00AM The skin around your eyes is very delicate and thin, so you want to be gentle with it. That means using the right products and avoiding rubbing, scratching, or pulling at the area. Because that area is so sensitive, you might also find yourself dealing with things like dark under-eye circles, dryness, and puffiness. The latter part is one thing I’ve been dealing with a lot lately, so I went to a dermatologist for some answers.In fact, puffy eyes are one of the most common concerns that patients bring to their dermatologists, says Kathleen S. Viscusi, MD, FAAD, FACMS, co-founder and partner at Dermatology and Surgery Specialists of North Atlanta (DESSNA). Treating puffy eyes is a bit more complicated than you would think. “Effectively addressing this concern for each patient is much more variable. Just as there isn’t…

November 09, 2021 at 08:00AM Marks and Spencer is one of our favourite places to shop for long-lasting wardrobe staples and has a strong track record of every day turning basics into cult items, whether it’s a grey jumper or a beige wrap coat. I am most impressed by M&S’ footwear department, and wear a pair of ballet pumps at least nine days out of ten, as they are the comfiest shoes I own. I’ve had them for over a year now, and they just keep on going…These £35 pumps have a high cut and a gentle V towards the toe, which make them appear more elevated that the classic almond toe. There’s something a little Phoebe Philo about this silhouette, no? I personally stick to a plain black pair, but there are many other colours and finishes to choose from, like woven silver or soft suedes. Going into autumn 2021, there…

November 09, 2021 at 08:00AM The best thing about being a beauty editor is that I get the opportunity to speak with some of the world’s top beauty experts basically every single day. From celebrity makeup artists to Harley Street surgeons, I am forever picking the brains of experts in a bid to learn everything there is to know about beauty. And while picking up different makeup tips and tricks is wonderful, the one thing I am always most fascinated by is the sort of products skin experts swear by.There’s no doubt that shopping for skincare can be daunting and often frustrating, and not just because of the abundance of choice. All too often we are let down by miracle claims that don’t live up to their promises. And while most medical skin experts and dermatologists insist that if you have serious skin concerns, you should always seek…

November 09, 2021 at 08:00AM I won’t be the first or the last person to ever panic about what to wear to a wedding. The truth is that it's difficult because we’ve all been hardwired into buying something new for the occasion. I imagine this is something to do with the psychology behind getting dressed. A new dress will make us feel and look better, so we’re always striving for the next dress to give us that confidence boost. I get it because I’ve been there, but there are two major problems with this thinking: One, it’s not ethical to continue buying a new dress every time there’s a fancy event on only to never wear it again. Two, it’s not a financial option for most of us. But what if I were to tell you that you can wear a new dress to every nuptial you’ve…

November 09, 2021 at 07:00AM When the M&S Christmas ad airs on TV, you know that we’re officially entering the festive season. Over the last week or so, the high street has well and truly embraced the spirit of the season with everything from stocking fillers to party dresses to glitter-strewn decorations. (I’ve even spotted the odd Christmas tree in a few living-room windows.) Is it just me, or are people keen this year? And let’s be honest, after last year’s Christmas, we are very much deserving of full-blown festivities. Naturally, as a shopping editor, I have already started my wish list. (Yes, I am one of those people, and I’m okay with it.) And M&S’s Christmas edit has provided plenty of yuletide inspo.From cosy homeware and enviable accessories to classic coats and beauty buys, there’s so much to love from this high-street stalwart. Naturally,…

November 09, 2021 at 07:00AM When the M&S Christmas ad airs on TV, you know that we’re officially entering the festive season. Over the last week or so, the high street has well and truly embraced the spirit of the season with everything from stocking fillers to party dresses to glitter-strewn decorations. (I’ve even spotted the odd Christmas tree in a few living-room windows.) Is it just me, or are people keen this year? And let’s be honest, after last year’s Christmas, we are very much deserving of full-blown festivities. Naturally, as a shopping editor, I have already started my wish list. (Yes, I am one of those people, and I’m okay with it.) And M&S’s Christmas edit has provided plenty of yuletide inspo.From cosy homeware and enviable accessories to classic coats and beauty buys, there’s so much to love from this high-street stalwart. Naturally,…

November 09, 2021 at 07:00AM When the M&S Christmas ad airs on TV, you know that we’re officially entering the festive season. Over the last week or so, the high street has well and truly embraced the spirit of the season with everything from stocking fillers to party dresses to glitter-strewn decorations. (I’ve even spotted the odd Christmas tree in a few living-room windows.) Is it just me, or are people keen this year? And let’s be honest, after last year’s Christmas, we are very much deserving of full-blown festivities. Naturally, as a shopping editor, I have already started my wish list. (Yes, I am one of those people, and I’m okay with it.) And M&S’s Christmas edit has provided plenty of yuletide inspo.From cosy homeware and enviable accessories to classic coats and beauty buys, there’s so much to love from this high-street stalwart. Naturally,…

November 09, 2021 at 06:30AM Like carrying a designer handbag, there’s just something about a fresh manicure or a sleek pedicure that makes you walk taller. It’s a small luxury that goes a long way in making you feel more confident, which is precisely why nail appointments are so in-demand. When salons reopened earlier this year, we vowed we would never take our manicure appointments for granted ever again.However, with that being said, after many months of giving our nails a bit of a rest from gel manicures, we did notice our nails started to feel healthier and stronger without them. In fact, there was something quite freeing about being able to switch up our nail colours at home with ease.And although our efforts cannot and will never compare to that of a professional, what we did discover after a year of at-home nail painting is that not all nail polish…

November 09, 2021 at 06:30AM My hair has recently reached that awkward in-between length: it’s no longer the mid-length lob that I visited the hairdressers for last year but it can’t quite be considered a long hairstyle yet. Instead, it’s sitting rather uninspiringly on my shoulders causing me to seriously consider going for the chop. I’ve experimented with shorter hairstyles over the years but have never taken the plunge into a full-on bob.However, with my Instagram saved folder full of some of this year’s biggest hair trends, I have to admit that I’m seriously tempted to forgo my lengths in favour of something shorter, choppier and infinitely cooler. And a quick look online confirmed Kourtney Kardashian to Lily James, so many celebrities have undergone major short hair transformations over the last couple of year, and their styles look seriously amazing.So much so that the idea of going for a bob has never been more appealing. If you’re unsure what style…

November 09, 2021 at 06:12AM Like sandals are to summer, ankle boots come winter are a sure thing. This particular piece of footwear is a cornerstone of colder-weather wardrobes, and for good reason. Choose carefully, and you’ll live in them for the whole of this winter and the next one too. Scratch that—you’ll wear them all year, even on those chilly spring and summer days. This, however, makes choosing that all-important pair of ankle boots all the more difficult. Sure, you want them to be versatile, but you also want them to feel trendy, too. So, if you haven’t quite made a decision on which ankle boots you’ll be investing in this year, then allow us to help. A couple of notes before we delve into this season’s coming ankle-boot trends. While last year there was definitely a focus on those classic hero pieces, in 2021 there’s a…