Natural Beauty

Find out all about jojoba oil, including what it does, the benefits of using it and how much you might need Written by Victoria Goldman on March 19, 2019 Reviewed by Dr Nicole Chiang on March 24, 2019 Overview You may have seen it in your beauty products such as a moisturiser or face mask, but why is jojoba oil so good for our skin? What is jojoba oil and what...

CBD oil has shaken off its alternative image, and can now be found in a wide range of beauty products. So, could CBD give your skin-care regime a boost? Mention to a friend that you’re using CBD oil, and they may look at you suspiciously...

Feel beautiful from head to toe with this wonder oil It seems there’s no limit to the strange and wonderful ingredients currently hitting the beauty shelves recently, from seahorse plankton to dragons’ blood, we’ve seen it all. But what is hemp seed oil, where does...

Is your skin dry, itchy, spotty or sore? Get the low-down on some of the most common skin conditions and how you can help manage them Written by Victoria Goldman on March 7, 2019 Reviewed by Dr Nicole Chiang on March 15, 2019 Your skin...

Find out all about activated charcoal, including what it does, the benefits to taking it and how much you might need Written by Rosalind Ryan on January 26, 2019 Reviewed by Carolina Brooks on January 31, 2019 Overview What is activated charcoal and what does...

Find out all about peppermint oil, including what it does, the benefits to taking it and how much you might need Written by Beth Gibbons on December 6, 2018 Reviewed by Dr Sarah Schenker on December 18, 2018 Overview What is peppermint oil and what...

Find out everything you ever wanted to know about apple cider vinegar – what it does, who it could benefit, and how to take it Written by Charlotte Haigh on December 9, 2018 Reviewed by Dr Sarah Schenker on December 17, 2018 You may have...

The beauty tweaks you need to make for the new season Bring on the winter. You’ve dug out the warm coats from the back of the wardrobe and the fridge is stocked with shopping for an afternoon’s souping. But, is your skincare also set for...

3 steps to more spa-like bathing at home If you were to spend a restful weekend away in a luxurious hotel, we’re willing to bet it would include a long, scented soak. But, why wait until then? While you might not be able to fit...

Here’s why this natural ingredient should be a key player in your nail care routine There’s a raft of health benefits to coconut oil when you include it in your diet – from increasing your levels of ‘good’ cholesterol to potentially reduce the risk of...

You might feel as though you are doing everything right where your oily skin is concerned. Maybe you have a bathroom cabinet filled with cleansers, toners, masks, exfoliators and mattifying makeup. However, you may be surprised to hear that you could be doing more harm...

It doesn’t matter what treatment you put on your tresses if you’re not looking after them from the inside too Want luscious locks? First step: make sure you eat plenty of protein. This essential nutrient plays a crucial role in keeping your hair – the...