Palm oil the good, the bad, and the ugly

The world of beauty can be lightening paced, with new hi-tech formulations appearing what feels like weekly, but one skin saviour has survived millennia – and that’s the humble oil. Ancient Egyptian h

Olive oil has a wealth of properties beyond its status as a pantry staple. Let its aromatic flavour shine through in your cooking

We’ve been so wary of fat in the past – and, by default, oils too – that it’s difficult to embrace the message that it’s OK to add the good-for-you kind to our diet. You can splash olive oil on just a

What’s really in your skincare and personal care products? Writer Alice Dogruyol delves into the ingredients used in most regular skincare and make-up formulations and decides to overhaul her make-up bag and bathroom cabinet.

You don’t need to stop buying gadgets. Becca Caddy says you need to buy differently – and now’s the time to start

The beauty industry is no stranger to trends. From pro-ageing campaigns to use-at-home LED masks, consumers have seen it all. But one trend that has taken a particularly firm grip over the past decade