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The latest features from the Get The Gloss team
Wellbeing
The Expert Edit: Live like a fitness influencer with these 12 beauty and wellness essentials
October 23rd 2020
Author, presenter and activewear founder Gemma Atkinson explains why working out first thing is key to a good day and how she unwinds of an evening >>>
Wellbeing
Ashwagandha: what it is and why you need it for stress
October 23rd 2020
Loved by Meghan Markle and Gwyneth Paltrow, everyone is talking about this anxiety soothing supplement >>>
Who, What, Hair
Can castor oil really make your hair grow?
October 23rd 2020
Castor oil: it’s the all-natural remedy that’s received glowing testimonials across the web for its hair growth potential - but is it really the secret to a fuller lash and hair line? We found out >>>
Skin
Cica cream: why the latest K-beauty trend is a balm for sensitive skin
October 22nd 2020
Made from ancient medicinal plant centella asiatica, they promise to treat everything from psoriasis to scarring to cellulite and significantly improve skin’s hydration. Here’s why cica creams are causing such a stir, and where to find one >>>
Sponsored
5 steps to dewy and glowing skin
October 22nd 2020
Dreamt up by global explorers Crabtree and Evelyn’s revamped collections are here to revive summer-ravaged skin and hair >>>
Skin
Cryotherapy and skin-cooling beauty tools to help prevent burnout
October 21st 2020
All you need for an at-home ice facial, to lift, tighten and brighten the skin >>>
Wellbeing
10 things you need to know about endometriosis
October 20th 2020
Endometriosis affects 1 in 10 women and takes an average of eight years to diagnose, with MPs calling for urgent improvement – here’s everything you need to know about symptoms, causes and treatment >>>
Fitness
Why you're getting lower back pain - and 5 exercises that can help
October 20th 2020
If you're struggling with lower back pain, don't be scared of movement - it's a key part of your rehab plan, says top personal trainer David Higgins. These are the exercises that he rates for getting your fitness goals back on track >>>
Wellbeing
Wellness Wallet: I’m a 30-year-old beauty CEO and I spend £185.50 a month on wellness
October 19th 2020
Massages, HIIT and soothing candles and sleep spray are a priority for Roccabox’s Tia Roqaa >>>
Skin
Niacinamide: the brilliant all rounder that your skin will thank you for
October 19th 2020
This skin barrier-boosting ingredient that's also calming on breakouts comes with the dermatologist’s seal of approval. Here's why you need it and the best places to find it >>>
Who, What, Hair
Should you be taking a hair supplement?
October 16th 2020
They can help with everything from hair fall to dandruff and brittleness, but how to know one’s right for you? We asked the experts which vitamins and minerals to look for, for thicker, fuller hair >>>
Review
The best reed diffusers to scent your home
October 15th 2020
Reed diffuser sales soared in lockdown – these are the ones we recommend investing in to keep your home smelling delightful >>>
Skin
How to know if your skincare is worth the money
October 14th 2020
After more than 20 years experience of scouring ingredients' lists, beauty editor Ingeborg van Lotringen knows how to tell a good product from an average one. She lets us in on the secrets to avoid being ripped off >>>
Beauty
Why you need a body serum as well as moisturiser
October 14th 2020
Just like your face, your body deserves a multi-step skincare routine; enter body serums, designed to energise and revive dull and dry skin >>>
Nutrition
Are we finally over the avocado?
October 13th 2020
We’ve been quite literally toasting the success of the avocado in recent years but all is not quite as wholesome as it seems where the green brunch staple is concerned. Here’s why and five vegan alternatives to try according to a registered nutritionist >>>
Health
Best foods for perimenopause and menopause: what to eat in your 40s and beyond
October 12th 2020
Feel like you've been hijacked by hormonal changes? Nutritional therapist and menopause specialist Jackie Lynch explains which foods to eat to ease your symptoms >>>
Fitness
Why trampolining could be the most effective at-home exercise
October 9th 2020
Tired of endless burpees, squats and planks? A rebounder could be the answer to all your home workout woes. Here's why and the online workouts to try >>>
Hair
Hair masks for damaged hair that really make a difference
October 7th 2020
Hair looking straggly rather than swishy? Treat your locks to these hair masks to breathe new life into dull, brittle or bleached hair >>>
Mind
Is this the smell of optimism? Why rose is having a real moment
October 6th 2020
Rose is the self-care scent to look for to lift our spirits in these uncertain times, according to aromatherapists. With searches for positivity up by 200%, this is how rose is coming to the rescue >>>
Hair
We’re calling it, hot brushes are the future of styling for sleek , bouncy hair
September 30th 2020
Salon-worthy blow-dries without the price-tag and lengthy appointments? A hot brush or hot air styler is all your need >>>
Skin
Acne, rosacea, eczema, sensitivity: is your skin issue actually caused by your gut?
September 28th 2020
Gut health expert and founder of wellness brand The Beauty Chef, Carla Oates, explains the power of the gut-skin connection and why good gut health can be the missing piece of the puzzle for problem skin >>>
Skin
Is nettle venom cream the new vegan Botox?
September 25th 2020
Facialist to celebs and royals Deborah Mitchell is famous for her line-smoothing Bee Venom Mask, made with the stings of workers bees. Will her vegan Nettle Venom cream sting away you frown lines too? We tried it >>>
Health
Lipoedema: the 'heavy legs condition more than 10% of women have
September 23rd 2020
It causes thick, heavy legs, can dramatically affect your self-confidence and many of us don't know we have it. Now Love Island’s Shaughna Phillips has gone public about lipoedema, throwing the condition into the spotlight. Three women tell us what it living with it feels like >>>
Are you a sucker for skincare switching?
September 21st 2020
Nothing beats the excitement of a new product but if your shelfie looks even slightly like this, it could be the cause of your skin issues. Dr Sam Bunting explains the rise of product hopping and how to proceed with caution >>>
Mind
Why it's totally normal to feel uneasy wearing a mask
September 18th 2020
Mask anxiety is a real condition according to mental health experts and it's more common than you think. Try these 7 ways to feel better in your face covering >>>
