Articles
The latest features from the Get The Gloss team
Fitness
HIIS: why HIIT skipping will get you fitter, quicker
September 18th 2019
It can burn almost double the calories of a spin class and is a workout favourite among A-listers and world-class boxers. With stats like that, we couldn’t wait to give it a try >>>
Sponsored
How to take the stress out of itchy skin
September 17th 2019
Why does dry eczema-prone skin cause a cycle of stress itching? Top skin/mind specialist Consultant Dermatologist Dr Anthony Bewley explains why we get that uncontrollable urge to scratch and he offers his top skin-calming tips for National Eczema Week >>>
Nutrition
‘Super’ coffees - how to boost your morning brew
September 17th 2019
If you’re looking for more than just a quick energy boost from your coffee, add-ons like collagen, maca root powder and medicinal mushrooms could help curb your curiosity >>>
Mind
Are you a 'Highly Sensitive Person?'
September 12th 2019
One in five of us are born with the trait and there's actually some serious strength in it. Here's how to find out whether you're an HSP and use your sensitivity to get ahead in work and in life >>>
Wellbeing
10 things they never tell you about diets
September 10th 2019
Diets make you lie, they take your money and your friends, says Sarah Vine. But like a bad boyfriend, we go back to them. Wisdom from a woman who knows... >>>
Skin
How to choose the right facial oil - even if you think you don't need one
September 10th 2019
Like protein and veg, oils are food for the skin and each has a different nutrient profile. Which one should you cleanse with and which will help your sun damage? Which will calm flareups or provide natural retinol? Oil expert Jane Scrivner has your face oil cheat sheet >>>
Health
18 sure-fire ways to stop post-holiday stress in its tracks
September 9th 2019
Does the post-holiday comedown always get you down? Here’s our ultimate stress management guide for shifting work anxiety, jetlag and even any extra pounds from the holiday buffet... >>>
Review
Glossy Picks: Our favourite beauty launches that you'll absolutely love
September 7th 2019
Team GTG reveal what they've tried, tested and loved out of the latest launches to hit their desk >>>
Nutrition
10 protein-packed vegetables to stock up on
September 6th 2019
We asked Nutritionist Rhian Stephenson for her pick of the best vegetables to eat for a protein hit >>>
Careers
7 steps to break your ‘work late’ habit
September 4th 2019
If working until stupid o’clock every day has left you exhausted, restore some balance in your life with these tips from the productivity experts >>>
To Buy For
To Buy For: Why I'll always justify buying a luxury cleanser
September 3rd 2019
Ten years ago, beauty editor Nicola Bonn fell in love with Emma Hardie Cleansing Balm. Cheap date it was not. But as other cleansers have come and gone, this a love affair that's endured. And now it has a little gel sister too... >>>
Skin
Your sunburn coping strategy
August 27th 2019
Applied SPF liberally but still been caught out? Here’s how to deal with sunburn in the short and long term for maximum damage limitation >>>
Wellbeing
Quartz crystal massage beds, sound baths and power nap couches - this spa will make you say aah!
August 26th 2019
It boasts one of the most expensive massage beds in the world and is at the cutting edge of relaxation. It also has its own organic winery. Just two good reasons we checked into the new Sisley Spa >>>
Nutrition
The supplements to take if you’re a vegan - and why
August 22nd 2019
If you’re following a plant-based diet, there are certain nutrients worth keeping extra tabs on. Our nutritional experts recommend the best top-ups to help you avoid falling short >>>
Health
The real reasons alcohol makes you put on weight
August 20th 2019
It’s not as simple as the calories in your cocktail - when it comes to the relationship between booze and weight gain, it’s complicated. Here’s the real reason why drinking alcohol can make it hard to lose those extra pounds >>>
Skin
17 hyaluronic acid skincare products that really plump your skin
August 15th 2019
From serums and moisturisers to toners and masks, self tans and scalp soothers, these are the hyaluronic acid products that we really rate >>>
Beauty
What derms have done: Dr Stefanie Williams
August 8th 2019
They have access to all the latest cosmetic treatments and skincare products, but which ones do practitioners themselves rate when it comes to their own skin? Here Dr Stefanie Williams, reveals her A.M and P.M skincare routines and the advanced aesthetics she turns to for boosting tired eyes, a week chin and lifting a downturned mouth >>>
Health
How to stop the stress hormone cortisol messing up your day
August 8th 2019
You need it to get out of bed in the morning, but when it's out of whack, cortisol can affect everything from sleep to mental health, digestion, weight, skin and even fertility. Here's how to stop this stress hormone from ruling your life >>>
Nutrition
Flight food fixes: how to handle your appetite at altitude
August 6th 2019
Does flying wreak havoc on your hunger levels? From what to eat before you board to the best in-flight options and what to do when you land, here’s how to keep your eating habits on track >>>
Review
The best reed diffusers to scent your home
August 5th 2019
What's sticky, smelly and found in every Glossy woman's household? We round up the best reed diffusers for every budget >>>
Sponsored
The Clinique beauty buys we’ll be stocking up on this summer at Boots
August 2nd 2019
There’s never been a better time to replenish your stash of Clinique skincare and makeup thanks to their Boots GWP worth over £48 - here’s what we’ll be adding to our baskets, stat >>>
Recipe
Joe Wicks' Lamb Tikka Flatbreads recipe
August 2nd 2019
Not sure what to eat tonight? Try this tasty Indian-inspired lamb dish taken from Joe Wicks' book, The Fat Loss Plan >>>
Makeup
The best makeup for travelling that won’t test your liquids allowance
August 1st 2019
Travel light without spillages, sacrifices or abandoned liquids at departures: here’s the makeup that makes light work of ‘on the go’ beauty, whether you’re hand luggage only or long haul >>>
Skin
Hyaluronic acid in skincare: everything you need to know about the “gold standard” ingredient for hydration
July 30th 2019
With an ability to hold 1000x its weight in water, this moisture-boosting molecule is the secret to plump, glowing skin. Here's how HA works and why derms believe you need it in your skincare routine >>>
Mind
These are 10 of the most Googled mental health questions - and we've got the answers
July 26th 2019
Can you prevent mental health issues? Can men get postnatal depression? Don't rely on Doctor Google - we asked the experts the most commonly searched questions to get the facts once and for all >>>
