Money matters

Expert advice from money-saving champion Mel Hunter on consumer rights and how to squeeze the most out of life for less

Q Do retailers charge the same price for items sold in-store as they do on their websites? A Not necessarily. Some retailers may charge a different amount for certain items in-store – in the cases I’v

Most of us need to alter the tone of our base as our skin changes with the seasons. To go lighter, blend a lighter concealer than your base into temples, between brows, the bridge of your nose and alo

The Ordinary PHA 5% Exfoliating Lip Serum, £7.60, Boots, is a liquid exfoliant with a twist. This tiny bottle is just for your lips, using polyhydroxy acids to gently break down the bonds that hold on

Q I’ve heard about a ‘green mortgage’ – what does that mean? Can anyone get one? A There are two main types. Firstly, if you’re buying or remortgaging an energy-efficient home, the lender may offer ca

Shake off those dreaded seasonal blues with some budget-friendly TLC