Dogs, dopamine dressing and microdosing nature: how to find January joy

New year pick-me-ups; hand cream to soothe dry, chapped skin; and the best clothes to buy secondhand

The sudden rise of scabies: ‘I wouldn’t wish it on my worst enemy’

These microscopic mites, which burrow under your skin and cause ferocious itching, are incredibly hard to get rid of – and cases in the UK have soared. What is causing the outbreak, and is there anything we can do about it?

The best lip balms in the US for 2026

From trusty Vaseline to trendy Supergoop, our top balms will help keep even the driest of lips moisturized this winter

Simple daily rituals for building fun, calm and play into your days in 2026

Breathe, make matcha, don’t eat so fast: these aren’t resolutions, they are simple habits for a more relaxing year

Confessions of a serial leaf stealer: the garden gadget that actually made tidying fun

Autumn’s mess, sorted; tips for better mornings; and the best beard trimmers

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

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

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