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Articles and features on skincare, for millennials, including skin care regimes, skin products, product reviews and new releases.

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  • Psychodermatology uses cognitive behavioural therapy to help patients identify and modify any negative thought patterns and behaviours that may be making their skin condition worse
  • Stress hormone cortisol disrupts the skin’s barrier function, leading to sensitivity, dryness and slower healing, while androgens stimulate oil glands, making the skin more prone to acne

Celebrity fans of cold therapy include Jennifer Aniston, Demi Moore, Daniel Craig and Alicia Keys who say it has benefits for the skin and circulation – though experts caution against overuse

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From Finland’s traditional style and Turkey’s hammams to Japan’s onsens and modern infrared treatments, enjoying extreme heat endures – but is there anything to be afraid of?

Research shows there are benefits to daily bathing including softer skin and stress reduction – but the average bath uses significantly more water than a shower, so will it really help you sleep at night?

Images of plants, leaves, flowers and fruit on a label can be misleading, a consumer advice expert says, while ‘natural’ ingredients can include water. If a product is mostly water, it’s not very plant-based.

Since potent active ingredients can irritate and dry out the skin, balance their effects with complementary skincare such as soothing aloe, wound-healing cica and moisture-boosting niacinamide

Short chains of amino acids – the building blocks of proteins – peptides work at the cellular level to boost collagen production, enhance moisture retention and reduce inflammation

Pat McGrath’s viral looks from the Maison Margiela’s haute couture spring/summer 2024 show that went viral on TikTok feed a desire among the platform’s users for escapism and fantasy.

Hair loss affects millions worldwide and impacts one’s self-esteem – when it comes to treatment, non-invasive technologies are gaining traction over medication or surgery

Make-up guru’s work Pat McGrath wowed once more during the haute couture spring/summer 2024 shows at Maison Margiela and Schiaparelli, while Dior and Chanel shows also caught the eye

North West uses Drunk Elephant and Skkn by Kim, while Penelope Disick favours Dior and Charlotte Tilbury – but experts warn that it might be safer for children to skip formulations designed for adults

The latest trend to hit the high street sees traditional ingredients like saffron, turmeric, neem and ashwagandha married to modern approaches and formulations

From haute couture fragrances to revamped lipsticks and skincare innovations, these products promise to transform your beauty routine and elevate your style.

Authentic A-list pioneers like Pamela Anderson, Millie Bobby Brown and Alicia Keys have changed our beauty standards – but we still need a smart routine to maintain healthy skin

From Nars and Chantecaille to Laura Mercier and Shu Uemura, add some glam and luck to your Lunar New Year look with these dragon motifs and auspicious colours

From the antioxidant-rich plum and soothing cedarwood of Rituals to the nourishing almond milk and coffee seed extract of Drunk Elephant, these scrubs offer a spa-like experience at home

In many ways, wellness and beauty are merging. We look at three trends for 2024 that highlight this – including a breakdown of how our physiological and psychological health affects our skin.

Bar soap is easy to use, kinder to the environment and has a nice texture. That’s why it is seeing a revival at the expense of liquid soaps and shower gels.

The woman behind the celebrity-loved beauty brand suggests: take Emirates, stay at Claridge’s, let your kids loose at Jumeirah Mina A’Salam in Dubai, and head to Umbria instead of Tuscany

With touted health benefits including better skin and weight loss, IV vitamin therapy drips are popular among celebrities like Rihanna, Adele and the Kardashians. We ask experts about the trend.

While 61-year-old Tom Cruise continues to keep fans guessing, Joe Jonas and other male A-listers are being open about how they maintain their appearance – and the practice seems to be spreading

From the Pat McGrath lipstick Taylor Swift relies on for her trademark pout, to the Color Wow spray that makes Kim K’s hair so sleek, these items have all passed muster with Hollywood’s finest

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Not convinced vitamin C is skincare’s rock star? Experts share tips on what products to look for, from stabilising ingredients and the packaging to alternative forms for sensitive skin

Professional chemical peels contain acids for dissolving the bonds between skin cells and stimulating collagen production, using ‘controlled trauma’ to trigger the skin’s natural healing mechanism