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The 27 Fourth of July sales worth browsing while you hide from the heatwave

We hand-picked the best US Fourth of July sales and deals in outdoor gear, travel and more on products we’ve actually tested ourselves

Can sleep masks give you zits? 12 things experts want you to know about wearing one

I asked sleep experts – plus a dermatologist and ophthalmologist – to answer this question and more

Snag discounts on tech, fashion and more during Amazon’s annual sale

Love or hate Amazon, its 23-26 June Prime Day event is a good time to snag discounts on tech, fashion and more

Six ways to improve your cat’s one wild and precious life

Like their canine counterparts, cats require exercise, enrichment and play

The best face sunscreens in the UK: 10 lightweight, non-greasy SPFs for every skin type – tested

Whether you want a stick, a spray or a tinted cream, our expert’s favourite formulas can provide year-round sun protection

No need for ‘dark showers.’ Try these six easy shower upgrades instead

You don’t need to spend four hours on an ‘everything shower’ for an elevated experience. Try these effortless additions – all $150 and under

Sali Hughes on beauty: why cica creams belong in every first-aid kit

More than mere beauty products, these rich, multipurpose emollients are perfect for soothing and comforting sore skin

The winter sleep secret I wish I’d known years ago

Hunkering down in January; hiking boots for outdoor adventures; and cold-weather beauty essentials

The best cold-weather beauty products under £50 (mostly): 24 skin, hair and body essentials for winter

Central heating and chilly temperatures playing havoc? Our beauty expert shares her go-to fixes to hydrate and repair

The truth about health patches: can they really treat stress, spots and lost libido?

For three weeks, I wore stickers on my skin supposed to address all sorts of conditions. Are they a panacea, problem or performance?

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