Health & Beauty

New research shows that ageing can be slowed

Dr Darren Baker, of the Mayo Clinic, has shown that ageing cells in mice can have detrimental effects on the healthy cells around them.

Louis Vuitton’s treasure trove in Singapore

If you are planning a trip to Singapore, be sure to pay a visit to Louis Vuitton’s new flagship store.

Why does your jewellery discolour?

Does all your jewellery turn brown no matter how expensive it is? Although a lot of people experience discolouration of jewellery or skin with cheap items, certain people also see an effect on their silver or white gold jewellery.

Fragrances of old

Perfumes and incense have been used over time to do anything from heal the sick to avert ‘the evil eye.’

Choosing perfume

It’s always a difficult job choosing perfume for somebody else, especially when one considers the cost involved.

Fashion – how pattern went viral

Sarah Mower reports in her article ‘Once Forbidden, Now a Fad: Top-to-Toe Prints’ in Vogue Daily that prints are back with a vengeance.

Get Amanda Seyfried’s hair

We fell in love with her in Mamma Mia and she has been charming her way into our hearts ever since. Well-known for her bountiful, blond curls, Amanda has hair that most girls would die for. Then in her recent movie – In Time – she goes for a complete change with a short bob but still manages to look just as striking. How does she do it?

What makes for a good massage?

Massage does more than relieve aching muscles. Research shows that it also reduces stress, lowers blood pressure, improves circulation, unlocks repressed emotions, increases energy, relieves pain and strengthens the immune system.

Shoes for Show Exhibition

Photo: CHRISTOPHER MACSURAK / Flickr When it comes to wearing shoes for show, the old adage ‘form follows function’ gets a real walking over. As any girl who’s a sucker for high heels knows, they somehow make you feel good even if they give you blisters. The reason is simple: you look so good when [...]

How to apply self-tanner effectively

There’s a lot to be said for a faux tan: you get to have a golden glow without having to expose your skin to the sun.