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The perfect perfume gift guide for Valentine's

The scents we wear are a form of self-expression that say just as much about our personalities as the clothes we wear. And finding the perfect match can be like trying to find the perfect...

Get sparkle in your hair with Amanda Seyfried's golden waves

Ready to strut the catwalk: prep behind Fashion Week season

Contouring and colour: the best of beauty for Spring 2013

New Year, New You! Beauty resolutions for 2013

It's that time of year again, which can only mean one thing – the dreaded New Year resolutions. And yes, you could vow to go the the gym at least three times a week. For the fourth year running....

The best beauty trends of 2012

What a beauty-full year it's been! 2012 saw many of our most stylish stars setting brand new trends, from hot pink lips to the bold brow championed by our very own Duchess. Long lashes, smoky eyes and...

The Duchess of Cambridge: Kate's best beauty looks of 2012

Ever since the royal wedding of the century, the Kate Middleton effect has become infectious with her beauty look now one of the most iconic and sought after styles around the world. And...

Pretty in plum: how to pull off the vampy vibe

Synonymous with a classic autumn/winter palette, it's hard to miss the dark shades of lipstick flooding in to match the red carpet during the winter season. The deep bordeaux and rich plum shades add...

Confessions of an Angel: Erin Heatherton shares devilish tips for looking lingerie-model good

She is the top model and Victoria's Secret Angel whose heavenly body has caught the eye of Oscar de la Renta, Diane von Furstenberg and Tommy Hilfiger. So when 23-year-old Erin Heatherton offered to...

Sizzling beauty looks from the 'Skyfall' red carpet

Marking the 24th edition of the 007 franchise, Tuesday's Royal World Premiere of Skyfall saw a British institution celebrate 50 years of Bond brilliance with a red carpet packed full of screen siren...

Backstage beauty at Paris Fashion Week

Demure but daring, yet again Paris Fashion Week surpasses previous years by delivering classic, polished looks combined with innovative products for a modern edge. We saw make-up artists swapping...

Lea Michele is Glee-ful as the new face of L'Oréal

The famous family of L'Oréal continues to grow with their latest addition, Lea Michele, as the newest beauty ambassador for the cosmetic giant. A dedicated fan of the company's signature products,...

Surprises and sweet elegance in London's fashion extravaganza

From edgy to understated cool, London Fashion Week has never felt more British. Vivienne Westwood kicked off with a real explosion of colour where fully painted faces were no less bold than the clothes....

Post-summer beauty plan: How to reverse sun damage

Although the summer can leave us relaxed, glowing, and with sun-kissed skin, it can come at a cost. Spending too much time in the sun can be damaging, cause uneven skin tone and texture, and leave...

Top buns and bare-faced beauty hit New York runways

The Big Apple has brought freshness and fun to the catwalk with its Spring/Summer 2013 collections. And not just in the world of fashion. A far cry from the deep set smokey eyes and berry lips of this...

Summer's over, it's time to shine in the workplace

You might have spent a week turning golden on a sunny beach, gone hiking around the UK or even headed to more exotic realms. But now that the summer's over it's easy to get the back-to-work blues,...

Picture perfect: Does Photoshop promote unrealistic ideals?

In today's society we are constantly exposed to images via the media and advertising – it is estimated that the average city dweller sees over 5,000 per day. One particular piece of software, Adobe...

Late night? Tips for bright eyes the morning after

Puffy eyes and dark circles are the sorry price we pay for late nights. A handful of us suffer these symptoms due to genetics, but for most, the main causes are lack of sleep, fatigue, allergies...

Hair and beauty secrets behind three of Team GB's most glamorous sportswomen

They are all hoping for a place on the podium, but how will Britain's Olympians ensure they look their personal best from start to finish? We asked three of Team GB's more glamorous and talented sportswomen...

Romantic to Retro: The hottest looks from Paris

Over the past week, fashionistas have flocked to the French capital for Paris Haute Couture. The shows, renowned for their high-octane fashion, have had designers such as Dior, Versace, and Jean Paul...