Health & Beauty
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Model was dropped for having acne – now she's an acne positivity activistModel Lou Northcote felt anxious as she broached a new frontier of the body positivity movement by revealing her acne on social media. It was a difficult decision for the 24-year-old, who had previously been dropped by her modelling agency for having issues with her skin. Before publishing the makeup-free snap, she felt…7 minutes read
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5 years ago
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I'm afraid to try for another baby after COVID restrictions forced me to go through miscarriage aloneElisha Loftus is scared to try for a child again despite her deep desire to start a family. Last year, she forced to miscarry alone due to Covid-19's maternity restrictions. The whole experience was traumatic and has had long-lasting effects on her, her partner and their plans to start a…6 minutes read
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5 years ago
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Katie Piper reveals how she looks after her mental health both personally and professionallyKatie Piper wants to encourage us all to take a moment to recentre ourselves during what has been one of the most turbulent years in a lifetime. The model, television presenter, and activist has long espoused a message of self-care since her story captured public consciousness back in 2008. Now,…5 minutes read
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5 years ago
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Antidepressants saved my life during lockdown – the stigma needs to endBethany Dawson had hesitations about taking antidepressants. The stigma around the medication made her nervous. But she now credits the tablets for saving her life during lockdown. The 21-year-old university student tells me she had been "struggling quite a bit anyway" prior to the COVID-19 pandemic. But when lockdown hit,…5 minutes read
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5 years ago
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Can men get postnatal depression? Let's start talking about new dads and mental healthWhile it's a well-known fact that women can suffer this particular type of mental illness. But many question whether men can get postnatal depression. Hopelessness. Panic attacks. Anger. Mood swings. Anxiety. Depression. Thoughts of self-harm or suicide. If someone you loved was suffering from any, or all, of these symptoms,…4 minutes read
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5 years ago
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Is it safe to skip your period on the pill? More young women opting not to menstruateHaving Aunt Flo make an unexpected visit can really make you want to skip your period - but is it safe to do so? Four Nine spoke to Dr Ilana B. Addis, who is the Director of the University of Arizona's Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, to get the lowdown.…5 minutes read
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5 years ago
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How to hide greasy hair - 13 hairstyles to cover up oily rootsWe've all wondered how to hide greasy hair. I mean, let's be honest, sometimes there's simply no time to wash your locks. Maybe you've slept in or ran out of time after accidentally taking an hour to "check" Instagram. Or you've finished a workout and convinced yourself you didn't need…5 minutes read
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5 years ago
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Am I going through early menopause? 7 signs and symptoms you shouldn't ignoreIf you've ever bolted out of bed after a particularly bad case of the night sweats, and wondered, "am I going through early menopause", you're not alone. As a woman, you know that going through the menopause is an inevitable part of life. No matter how much you want to…5 minutes read
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5 years ago
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Does horse shampoo grow hair faster? Khloé Kardashian is a fan of Mane 'n TailHorse shampoo makes hair grow faster according to some beauty experts with celebs like Khloe Kardashian swearing by it. Yes, you read that correctly. A shampoo and conditioner originally intended for hoses has garnered over 1,000 rave reviews on Amazon, with people claiming it made their hair look thicker, and…5 minutes read
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5 years ago
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Next time you're giving to a food bank, give tamponsI'm sure we'll all agree: being a 14-year-old girl is hard work. There's the acne, b*tchy classmates, and all of the other things that still make us cringe. But imagine for a second that on top of all that stuff, when your period comes there’s nothing to soak it up. No…5 minutes read
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5 years ago
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Is hyaluronic acid good for acne? Benefits explainedHyaluronic acid (HA) has been touted as a superhero skincare product for a number of years. Beloved by beauty editors around the world, hyaluronic acid is a staple in many of our skincare routines, with it commonly being found in serums, moisturisers, and sheet masks. But doubts over its efficacy have…5 minutes read
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5 years ago
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When should you start using retinol? A beginner’s guideThe hype around retinol is real. Touted as a holy grail anti-ageing product, it's a staple on any dermatologist's top shelf, but there's still much confusion surrounding it. So, if you're unsure about the difference between retinol and retinoids, and don't know when you should start using the popular ingredient,…5 minutes read
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5 years ago