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The beauty industry is constantly introducing new products that promise smoother skin, shinier hair and flawless makeup. With so many launches and social media trends, it can be difficult to know which products genuinely deliver results and which are simply passing fads. To make choosing easier, we've selected beauty favourites that have built lasting reputations thanks to consistently positive customer reviews, professional recommendations and loyal followings. Whether you'r

Hairdressers break down how easy it is to get this effortless look. Jennifer Aniston is a celebrity who models effortless French highlights (Alamy/PA) Synonymous with elegance, the French have mastered the art of natural beauty, so it’s no surprise that a low-maintenance take on colouring, the French highlights, is this summer’s most covetable hair trend. Unlike bold, eye-catching hair colour, French highlights are designed to be barely detectable, instead enhancing the hair’

The Gen Z Netflix star swears by sleep for healthy-looking skin, but is there any science behind getting a good night’s sleep? Alisha Boe says sleep is her beauty non-negotiable (Suzan Moore/PA) From pricey peptides to LED masks and expensive facials, there’s no shortage of things promising to give us better skin. But 13 Reasons Why actress Alisha Boe’s favourite beauty trick is a lot simpler and more affordable: getting a good night’s sleep. “My favourite beauty hack is slee

Dermatologists and facialists share their insights on treating breakouts and blemishes in adulthood. Experts break down the key steps to treating adult acne (Alamy/PA) Acne is often seen as something we leave behind in our teenage years – but for many, breakouts persist well into adulthood, often becoming even more frustrating in the process. Unlike adolescent acne, which tends to follow a more predictable pattern, adult acne can feel erratic, reactive and harder to treat. Ho

Celebrities are bringing back big bouncy hair on the red carpet – here’s how you can conquer volume at home. Simone Ashley is one of many celebrities bringing back big bouncy hair (Alamy/PA) You may have seen the Eighties revival seeping its way into fashion with peplum tops and shoulders pads – but the retro resurgence has finally reached our hair. Big, bouncy, full-bodied hair is everywhere again, thanks to the likes of Sabrina Carpenter, Doja Cat, Simone Ashley and more. B

From the return of the side part to Sixties updos – here are the trending hairstyles for the upcoming festive period. Molly-Mae, Lana Del Rey and Zoë Kravitz are among the celebrities sporting the trending dos (Ben Whitley/Alamy/PA) Party season hair is always difficult to nail. Whether you’re trying to maintain a slick-back pony or making messy, tousled curls not look bedraggled – making sure your hair lasts through the evening is the trickiest task of all. Bella Hadid is am

From frosted chromes to velvet finishes – here are the trending manicures to try this Christmas. Velvet-style manicures are trending for Christmas 2025 (Jo Whittle/PA) Festive dressing is usually synonymous with sequins, velvet and the classic red nail. But if you’re looking for something new that’s either barely-there or boldly seasonal, there are a load of manicure trends to pick from. A seasonal Christmas manicure for 2025 (Jo Whittle/PA) According to nail artists, there’s

From trending brands to cult-classics – here’s what to gift a beauty lover for Christmas 2025. Here are the 12 best beauty buys for Christmas 2025 (Alamy/PA) This year’s most-wanted beauty products combine TikTok trends with timeless classics and cover everyone from the teen who’s just discovering serums to the grandparent who loves a pamper. So whether you’re shopping for under-£20 stocking fillers or something truly splurge-worthy, here are a beauty journalists top picks fo

From best for affordability to trend discovery – here are the top recommended beauty advent calendars of the year. (Cult Beauty/PA) Choosing a beauty advent calendar isn’t always straightforward. There’s the worry of make-up shades that don’t suit, products you’ll never use or scents that miss the mark. Still, that uncertainty hasn’t dampened the nation’s enthusiasm for these festive countdowns – in fact, they’ve become one of the beauty industry’s biggest indulgences of the

Sephora brings the glamour (and the cwtch) to Cardiff with a showstopping new store opening. Sephora opens in St Davids Shopping Centre Cardiff Sephora UK has officially landed in Cardiff, marking the iconic brand’s first ever store in Wales and its 11th location nationwide. Opening in St David’s Centre, this milestone moment brings the world’s most loved beauty playground to the heart of the Welsh capital. Sephora opens in St Davids Shopping Centre Cardiff Beauty fans across

From Wicked’s witches to coquette clowns – here are the viral looks for this year’s Halloween. Wednesday Addams is part of the trending beauty looks for Halloween 2025 (Netflix/PA) You probably haven’t started thinking about your Halloween look, but you may already be assuming the easy options of cat or vampire, which require no more than a liquid liner or a little fake blood. This year however, there are some viral looks from cinematic references to snatched skeletons that a

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Big news, beauty lovers—Sephora is officially coming to Wales! The global beauty powerhouse is opening its first-ever store outside of...

As wedding season is upon us, here’s what you should be doing to get your skin looking great. Dermatologists reveal how to get a glowing...

Celebrity stylists share their expert tips and tricks on getting a fringe. Michael Douglas, Davina McCall’s hairstylist, gives an expert...

Doctors reveal why this viral beauty trend works… Here’s what facial taping is and how it works (Alamy/PA) ‘Face taping’ or ‘facial...

The viral beauty trend could be causing havoc on your skin. Here’s what the viral banana facial actually does to your skin (Alamy/PA)...

Celebrate Mother's Day in style with the Boots Mother's Day Beauty Box , the ultimate gift to make your loved one feel truly special. You...

Whether you’re heading out with friends of having a romantic dinner this Friday – here are the perfect day-to-night looks. Here are 3...