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January 25, 2022 at 08:00AM Whatever your thoughts on anti-ageing as a term, there’s no denying that moisturisers, which are created to specifically tackle things like fine lines, pigmentation and dryness, can be incredibly expensive due to their potent ingredients and advanced formulations. And while I truly believe that ageing is a privilege we should fully embrace—wrinkles and all—it doesn’t mean that taking good care of our skin as we grow older should cost a small fortune. This is why I’ve made it my mission to seek out anti-ageing products that genuinely work without breaking the bank. I’ve already discovered some brilliant serums and eye creams that rival counterparts with three-figure price tags, but today we’re here to talk about anti-ageing moisturisers—and cheap ones at that.Ahead, keep scrolling to shop seven of the best affordable anti-ageing moisturisers that genuinely hold their own against some of my luxurious favourites.It’s all about ingredients when choosing an efficacious anti-ageing moisturiser,…

January 25, 2022 at 06:30AM Whether you’re a burgundy gal, a true red devotee or someone who is more partial to a pinky shade of raspberry, it’s fair to say that red is the most classic nail colour there is. In our experience, it also seems to be a particular favourite of the fashion girl—a relatively rare breed in the world of beauty, and the sort of person who tends to stick to classic colours and versatile, low-key finishes.With this in mind, we decided to turn to our editors to test our theory, and lo and behold, they all had a tried-and-tested faves when it came to red nail polish. With a super-easy red nail being one of the best beauty-related ways to boost your mood and make you feel great, what more reason do you need to treat yourself to a new polish? So without further ado, we present to you the…

January 25, 2022 at 06:30AM I’ll admit, we beauty journalists are a tough crowd to please on Instagram. The Insta beauty community is flooded with millions of product reviews, conflicting recommendations and more questionable skincare advice than you can shake a stick at. As a result, it’s fair to say that most beauty journalists hold a high standard when it comes to the beauty accounts they choose to follow.One fashion and beauty content creator that has totally won beauty editors over, however, is Alexis Foreman. Yes, she delivers beautiful and engaging content, but her advice is rooted in truth and experience, too. As someone who is adored by beauty editors, fashion editors and just about anyone that might stumble across her profile, not only do I, as a beauty editor, wholeheartedly admire and agree with Foreman’s expert insights into beauty matters, but I also often find myself fully influenced by her…

January 25, 2022 at 06:30AM If I could only wear one type of makeup product for the rest of my life, it would be mascara. It’s the first product I ever used, and it’s truly the one makeup item I’m most fanatical about. (I have a healthy collection of at least 50.)  That said, it’s truly a trick to find a mascara that can successfully curl and lift my long, stick-straight lashes. I love and appreciate the natural length I was born with, but with that blessing comes the curse of profoundly droop-prone fringe. So although I also love mascaras touting length, volume, and definition, my main concern is always curl. And, unfortunately, most mascaras I’ve tried over the years (even before I was a beauty editor) fall disastrously flat. There is some serious strategy when it comes to developing the best curling mascaras,…

January 25, 2022 at 06:15AM My wardrobe is generally a mixture of animal prints, brights (pink), white, denim and metallics. So it’s safe to say I’m definitely not a minimalist. That said, this January, I’ve really enjoyed adding fashion’s new elevated classics to my wardrobe. It may be the comedown from a sequin overload at Christmas or simply how easy it is to build several outfits once you add these staples into your repertoire.So what makes these not-quite-basic basics different from before? Well, not only have simple items such as a tracksuit or a simple wool coat been tweaked with a new-season update like a more tailored silhouette or shoulder pads, but it’s also in the styling. By layering tonal neutrals in different textures, you can instantly create a “look” with pieces you may already have in your wardrobe. Comfort doesn’t have to equal boring, either. There’s a whole host of puffers in…

January 25, 2022 at 06:03AM When people ask me what I did over the course of lockdown, I can proudly say that I’ve perfected the cinnamon bun (it’s all in the proving), learnt how to use a sewing machine, and I have also managed to create the ideal working from home wardrobe. Yes, that does consist of a lot of stretchy denim and chunky knitwear, but it might surprise you to know that some of my favourite WFH outfits are dresses.There is, of course, one big box that any home office frock must tick: it has to have a bit of give. While I don’t imagine any of us are reaching for the Hervé Leger, some fabrics and silhouettes can be a little restrictive and uncomfortable so when I go for a dress to wear all day at my desk, I need it to be comfortable. That being said,…

January 25, 2022 at 06:02AM They say nothing haunts you like the things you didn’t buy—or something like that, right? Regardless, it’s a feeling of regret I know all too well.A couple of years ago, I fell head over heels for a cover-up from & Other Stories—specifically, a woollen blazer. In a light-beige hue with an oversized silhouette and a weighty, woven finish, the blazer would make for the perfect accompaniment to my off-duty jeans-and-jumper outfits. It would also be ideal as a chic throw-on over printed dresses and pleated midi skirts.Maybe I was waiting for payday, or perhaps I’d recently bought something else. Whatever the reason, I decided to wait for a couple of weeks to treat myself to it. However, as you’ve likely already surmised, it sold out before I could get my hands on it. As such, I spent the rest of…

January 25, 2022 at 06:00AM At this time of year jeans and boots are basically all I wear, and so getting dressed can be a bit like putting on a uniform. It’s a practical and low-effort choice which is why it’s ideal for January, but these outfits can quickly become a little stale. So in search of some new styling ideas I spent some time looking at pictures of my favourite celebrities and came up with 5 easy-to-copy denim outfits I plan on adding to my rotation in 2022.One thing was clear when looking at my shortlist of images, baggier and looser denim styles are dominating right now, as not one outfit included a skinnier fit. These looks in fact all play with proportions, whether that’s by adding a boxy blazer, an oversized leather bomber, baggy shirt or a maxi coat. You can…