Pregnancy skincare products target women at a vulnerable time. Do any work or do they just stretch the truth?
Oils, creams and lotions with names like ‘mummy’s tummy’, ‘bump love’ and ‘belly butter’ abound
How to get cosy this autumn: 42 small, snuggly updates for your home and routine
Getting ready to hibernate? From puzzles to pyjamas, hooded blankets to bath salts, these little comforts will do the trick
I spent months testing insomnia cures – then grieving for a pet made sleep impossible
What sleep aids can’t fix; eco-friendly period products; and LED face masks, tested
More thoughtful than a card: 24 of the best letterbox gifts, from pub snacks to pamper kits
Whether it’s for a birthday, a pick-me-up or a last-minute surprise, these thoughtful letterbox gifts deliver good vibes with zero fuss
Who buys an MP3 player in 2025? Why music streaming doesn’t always cut it
Nostalgic tech; autumn garden hacks; and what to wear when it rains
The big stink: is ‘genital anxiety’ behind the rapid rise of whole-body deodorants?
In the past we would just deodorise our armpits, but now a huge wave of products are aimed at our most intimate areas. Do these serve a need – or just encourage paranoia?
Ingredient red flags: how to spot the chemicals to avoid in food, kitchenware and cosmetics
Should your makeup be fragrance-free? Is it time to purge your kitchen of plastic? Are all food dyes dangerous? These are the everyday ingredients that could be harming your health
Is it true that … eating greasy food causes spots?
Don’t ditch the pizza just yet – acne is more likely to be caused by hormones and genetics
The best body moisturisers: nine favourites for silky smooth, hydrated skin – tested
From rich creams to refillable tubs, these are the best moisturisers for every skin type and season – and how much you should spend
Travelling this summer? Here are 22 beauty and skincare hacks to survive the journey
Travel can wreak havoc on our skin. From face oil to undereye patches, here are the beauty hacks that work, tried and tested by our expert