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What might be considered woo-woo in some cities is often commonplace in Los Angeles. People talk about “energy”, they openly assess whether the “vibes feel aligned”. A business meeting might begin with a reflective moment for intention-setting – or a meditation to help everyone “ground”.But while none of these things are rare in LA, during a recent Friday evening meeting at the loft-like headquarters of Walk Good – a nonprofit community wellness organisation led by brother and sister duo Etienne and Ivy Coco Maurice – they suddenly feel anything but mundane. For one, a handful of marketing execs from the…
I’ve always been a fan of beauty devices, and treatments that use technology to improve the appearance of my skin. I started with devices specifically for the eye area to reduce dark circles, and then moved on to LED face masks, which I wanted to try because of their promise to brighten the complexion and stimulate collagen. At 38, I felt the need to invest in more devices with a specific anti-ageing action – in particular, gadgets that promise to lift and firm skin. This is where microcurrent comes into its own, as it acts directly on the muscles of…
Glass skin, blurred lips, boyfriend blush – there are loads of beauty trends to inspire your look. But with so many different vibes to choose from, how does one pin down the ultimate summer make-up routine? Celebrities like Hailey Bieber and Kendall Jenner help coin these trends so I thought, why not turn to the source to determine the make-up look of the summer? Luckily, pro make-up artist Mary Phillips (the woman behind some of Bieber and Jenner’s most memorable beauty moments) was ready to share her insights with Vogue – giving us a peek at the routine she’s using…
Face: juicy, plump and well tended to. Body: dry as the desert. Relate? We have put so much emphasis on the skin above the décolletage that our limbs have taken a backseat. And while the skin on the body is infinitely more forgiving than that of the face (because it’s thicker and more robust), neglecting it entirely doesn’t help. Limbs that glow? It is doable.So it’s good news that a wave of excellent body care formulas have made their way to market. Many of them contain the same level of active ingredients we expect from our facial care, plus they’re…
Mullets, mermaid lengths, bobs… when it comes to her hair, Rihanna has done it all. But despite being famously experimental with her look, it’s rare we see her wearing her natural hair out in public – until now.Stepping out in New York City on Sunday, the singer and Fenty founder showed off a crop of natural curls. With light, sun-kissed tips and darker roots, Riri’s short style confirmed that she can pull any length, texture or look off in effortless fashion. Just add oversized hoop earrings, equally oversized sunglasses and a plunging neckline for extra points.As well as looking excellent,…
The French manicure has been back – and beloved – for a while now. We’ve seen it chunky à la a ’90s suburbanite style on Zendaya, micro on Margot Robbie, and even totally personalised across a handful of celebrities.This weekend, Kylie Jenner put her own – somewhat controversial – spin on the white-tipped trend while out in Los Angeles celebrating friend Anastasia “Stassie” Karanikolaou’s birthday. But it isn’t her almond-shaped fingers we’re talking about, though that manicure was captured perfectly in a pre-party selfie. No, it was her matching pink-and-white pedicure that had us staring.Jenner’s square-shaped French pedicure feels ripped…
If you haven’t heard that the bob is the haircut of summer 2024, then where have you even been? Whether you’re an early adopter or have recently taken the plunge and gone for a major chop, you need to arm yourself with a bob styling kit to ensure you’ve got all you need to style your baroque, Italian or cowgirl bob.George Northwood, AKA the king of bobs and the man behind Alexa Chung’s signature lob, says “in general, bobs have definitely been more voluminous this season. So when I start styling a bob, it’s about getting the volume in the…
What is magnesium?You might remember magnesium from science lessons at school – it emits a brilliant-white light when burned. However, it’s even more brilliant as an aid for better sleep, recovery and relaxation, say scientists. “Magnesium is an essential chemical element, the fourth most abundant mineral in the body after calcium, potassium and sodium,” says Carolyn Dean, author of The Magnesium Miracle. “All these minerals are essential but magnesium seems to do the most – it acts as a cell mineral ion gatekeeper, allowing the appropriate amount of the other minerals to enter the cells,” she explains.Dean cites scientific research…
Vitamin C is an essential nutrient that helps to support the body. From metabolic to nerve functions, it’s also an important immune booster and supports certain biosynthesis processes – like collagen, which is essential for healthy skin. There are various types of vitamin C, but liposomal is considered the most potent and effective because the liposome technology makes vitamin C easier to absorb.What is liposomal vitamin C and what liposomes are used for?Liposomal vitamin C supplements contain a type of vitamin C that is delivered through liposome technology, featuring innovative microscopic capsules wrapped in a double layer of phospholipids –…
The sun may only just be making an appearance, but that doesn’t mean we need it to look healthy and glowy this summer. On a recent trip to see Charli XCX perform her new album, Brat, Gerber’s sunbaked skin shone as she posed for photos with friends.But you didn’t think Gerber was actually a sun worshipper, did you? For a model of her calibre, there is little chance she’d be caught short without a high SPF and a hat – she will know full well the damaging effects of the sun, which not only breaks down collagen, causes pigmentation and…