advice

• 1 Making the most of time at the gym
  Old habits die hard and even when we've given up the academic life for good, September feels like a time for new beginnings. After the excesses of summer we're determined to start new diets and exercise...

• 2 Beauty hit or myth? See which old wives' tales ring true when it comes to skincare
  For all the science that goes into developing modern skincare, it’s often the oldest advice that helps skin look its best. Sally Penford of the International Dermal Institute separates the fact from...

• 3 Water babies: the benefits of swimming for children and parents
  Swimming is widely recognised as one of the most beneficial sports, but teaching your child to swim can be difficult, especially if he or she is uncomfortable in water. One way to prevent this is to...

• 4 Enjoy your hols and build a Britney-style bikini body
  Britney Spears looks to be back to her best with a successful tour behind her and her body looking fighting fit as she relaxes by the pool. Not all of us, however, have the benefit of a world tour to...

• 5 Bold nails are back
  It’s going to be a riot of colour for nails this spring/summer, according to one of our best-known nail experts, Marian Newman, who’s been working with Emma Watson and Kylie lately –...

• 6 Free makeovers with Lizzy Jagger
  We're all looking to make savings, but still wanting to look just as good. So being able to avail ourselves of special offers, discounts and freebies has never been so fun. Head to Phones 4u on Wednesday,...