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How to get rid of stretch marks: Do creams work?

Looking for the answer to how to get rid of stretch marks? Here’s what you need to understand before you buy another stretch mark cream.

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How to make a tea hair rinse + the benefits

Looking for a way to treat your hair? A tea hair rinse could be just what you need! Read our guide and learn how to make one

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Five Manuka honey masks to suit any skin

The health benefits of consuming Manuka honey have been highlighted but did you know you can use it as a beauty product too? Here are five Manuka honey beauty hacks. Try them!

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At home facial – a step-by-step guide

Fancy giving yourself a DIY facial? We explain, step-by-step, how you can easily carry out an at-home facial. We also share some DIY face mask recipes.

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5 home remedies for nail growth

If you experience weak, brittle or peeling nails then you will be pleased to hear there are several natural remedies that you can do at home using ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen cupboard.

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What is SLS (sodium lauryl sulfate)?

Sodium lauryl sulphate (SLS) is a surfactant commonly used in soaps, shampoos, shower gels and toothpaste. Learn more about the chemical and watch our video on SLS here.

The pore cleansing benefits of charcoal face masks

Activated charcoal face masks could be the skin-saving solution to cleanse and purify your pores and leave your skin feeling detoxed and revitalised.

Dragon's blood is a red resin obtained from different species of plant : Croton, Dracaena, Calamus rotang. It has been in continuous use since ancient times as varnish, medicine, incense, and dye.

Dragon’s blood: benefits, uses & side effects

Could this mythologically-named, blood red tree resin could be the answer to your skin’s woes? Read on to find out more.

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A guide to oily skin

If you have oily skin, it’s important that you have a daily skin care routine that suits your skin type or you could make it worse. Find out more here.

How lemon juice can help your skin

From treating blemishes to brightening dark patches, read on to discover some of the skin care benefits of lemon juice.

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12 homemade scrubs for your face

Want to exfoliate your face at home? Take a look at these 12 homemade scrubs for your face that can easily be made with what you have in your cupboard.

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Cedarwood oil: Uses and benefits

What can cedar oil be used for and what are the benefits of using this essential oil? Check out this article for a complete guide to cedarwood essential oil.