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Anita Bhagwandas: ‘Why I refuse to feel ugly anymore’

New book Ugly untangles society’s toxic beauty standards. Here, the author writes about the struggles she faced being plus size and dark skinned as a beauty journalist — and how she learned to love herself

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Best blonde hair products 2023

They say “blondes have more fun” but that’s a statement that doesn’t always ring true when it comes to haircare.

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Barbara Sturm on skincare, vulva sculpting and her new London summit

As she opens the doors to her first Goop-style festival in Covent Garden, the German skincare supremo gives Chloe Street a few pointers

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Cult skincare brand Augustinus Bader opens first UK spa in London

Beloved by Victoria Beckham and supermodels everywhere, the high tech skin healing face and body treatments are coming to Dover Street

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These nail trends will be huge in 2023

From aura nails to micro tips, do try (some of) these at home, says Amy Francombe

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This is set to be the buzzy skincare ingredient to know for 2023

Anti-inflammatory, hyper-hydrating and wrinkle-smoothing — get to know this wonder antioxidant, says Chloe Street

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Salon C. Stellar: inside London’s new cosmic beauty clinic

What’s your skin sign? Facial expert Andrea Pfeffer might just have the answers at her new Carnaby clinic

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Lily James shares her beauty secrets as she unveils new CT campaign

EXCLUSIVE: The Cinderella star, 33, joins British supermodel Jourdan Dunn as they launched the brand’s new Hollywood Glow Glide Face Architect Highlighter

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Here’s what to buy a beauty addict this Christmas

We all know one, we all love one, we might even be one. This is how to impress the hardest to please beauty and skincare snobs this Christmas

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Slugging — what is it and does it actually work?

Lathering your face with petroleum jelly before bed is the beauty tip that has taken over TikTok, says Amy Francombe

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Your new season skincare survival guide

As the days get colder, your skin needs more TLC. Amy Francombe has some solutions

Fiction

Best crime novels to read in 2022

Put your detective cap on and help these much loved detectives solve the crime

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Summer scents to keep you fresh (even on a heatwave commute)

Zesty, delicious and sophisticated — Melanie McDonagh presents the season’s hottest colognes

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Glow-getters: How to get juicy golden hour skin

Summer 2022’s most-wanted look? Glazed doughnut skin. Rosie Fitzmaurice on the glossy new products to add to basket

Men’s grooming

Best shampoos for men tried and tested

From thickening to moisturising, we’ve rounded up a selection of shampoos to suit every hair type

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2022 CEW Beauty Awards: The best body and skincare products to buy now

In need of a skincare switch up? Let CEW be your guide to the crème de la crème

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So, do you need to upgrade to a wellness fragrance?

Anti-stress scents and essences to boost zen — functional fragrance is the new frontier of wellness. By Rosie Fitzmaurice

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Beauty sticks: the best way to streamline your summer routine

Forget the bronzer smash and the perfume spills, stick-ify your beauty bag for stress-free summer preening on-the-go

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How to get the glow from head to toe—high tech skincare for your body

Bodycare is the new skincare. From scrubs to serums, Rosie Fitzmaurice has your guide

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The new celebrity beauty launches actually worth your cash

From Rihanna to Rosie Huntington-Whiteley — everyone’s at it, but some are better than others. Add these tried and tested beauty products to your basket now, says Rosie Fitzmaurice

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Cult classics and buzzy new brands: the skincare to know now

From allergen-neutral skincare to the green juice for your skin and blemish-fighting powerhouses. Let us introduce you to the insider-favourites

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S’able Labs: Idris and Sabrina Elba launch genderless skincare

Everyone’s favourite power couple venture into the world of wellness, with a focus on inclusivity

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30 under £30: the affordable products a beauty editor swears by

Skincare SOS! Inflation is set to hit the world of cosmetics. Here a beauty editor picks the feel-good elixirs that won’t break the bank

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The vegan haircare brands to have on your radar in 2022

The plant-based must-haves for tamed tresses. Rosie Fitzmaurice has a guide

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London’s new £500 facial — is it worth the hype?

The stars can’t stop raving about Shane Cooper’s face-tightening treatment, but does it really work? Kerry Potter takes one for the team

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How to tackle your parched hungover skin

Are the festive rioja and late night Netflix-athons starting to take their toll? Rosie Fitzmaurice presents a quick-fix beauty guide

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How to nail a festive manicure at home

Had to cancel your trip to the salon? Get creative and fix yourself some Noël nails DIY-style, says Chloe Street

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Your party season MOT: the in-salon treatments to try now

You’ve got the sequins — now for a festive glow-up. Team ES roadtests the treatments to transform you (even if the bash is on Zoom)

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Best pre-party grooming treatments for men

Depuff, detox and destress — gents, consider this your festive MOT

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Caroline Hirons on the problem with retinol and her new skincare line

The straight-talking skincare supremo has a new book. She talks to Rosie Fitzmaurice about the menopause, the challenges of launching her own skincare line and the biggest beauty mistakes we’re all making

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The new wave of skincare acids you need to know

From succinic to tranexamic (and don’t forget azelaic), Rosie Fitzmaurice on the new-gen acids to add to your beauty bag

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Caroline Hirons on the skincare products you should never use

The no-nonsense beauty guru doesn’t hold back on the skincare you should never waste your money on

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Pleasing: what you need to know about Harry Styles’ beauty brand

The Watermelon Sugar singer is coming for your beauty cabinet

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The Kourtney or the no-lob: which bob tribe are you?

The noughties chop is back, but which style is for you? Joanna Taylor breaks it down

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Statement bags! Why it’s all about the under-eye this party season

Glitter, shadow and electric liner — turn your dark circles into a canvas, says Rosie Fitzmaurice

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How the worlds of beauty and gaming are colliding

From Balenciaga to Gucci, more and more brands are putting gaming at the heart of their beauty campaigns. Jessica Benjamin reports

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Byredo founder Ben Gorham on the iconic fragrance brand’s next scent

Fifteen years on from its inception, Byredo remains as unique a proposition as it has always been. Joanna Taylor talks to its extraordinary founder about where he’s headed next