Health & Beauty
Health & Beauty
Shining a light on trichotillomania: the compulsion to pull out your own hairYou may have heard of the "hair-pulling disorder", but how common is trichotillomania? For many women, the idea of moulting in the shower is worthy of a sad face emoji. But imagine developing bald patches across your head, or losing your eyelashes or your eyebrows altogether. Not because of any…4 minutes read
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5 years ago
Health & Beauty
How often should you cut your hair? From bangs to curls to straight tressesNo matter how many hairdressers you've consulted, the question of how often should you cut your hair inevitably rears its ugly head anytime you take a good, hard look at your frazzled ends. Even if you only ever get a trim, you can only hold it off for so long until…5 minutes read
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5 years ago
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8 anxiety symptoms that are especially common for womenIf you've experienced anxiety symptoms, you're not alone. It's one of the most common mental illnesses people are affected with, yet it's something that isn't always taken seriously. Unfortunately, there's still a stigma attached to mental illness in general. And with something like anxiety often being brushed away with an…6 minutes read
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5 years ago
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How long does foundation keep? Here's when it's time to bin your makeup once openedEven though many of us use it every day, there are plenty of things we don't know about makeup - like how long does foundation keep. Just as it's necessary to have a deep clean of the backs of our fridges every so often, it's important to do the same with…8 minutes read
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5 years ago
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How does the contraceptive pill work? All your questions answered from breaks to timingIt's a tiny little tablet with enormous potential, but how does the contraceptive pill work? While most of us know the basics - 21 pills in a pack, schedule regular check-ups with the nurse and try not to miss any - there’s still a whole lot that we don’t know.…6 minutes read
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5 years ago
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11 best health apps for women that are complete game changersThere's a slew of things you can download that hail themselves as the "best health apps". From period to fertility trackers, the App store seems to have it all. It wasn't always this way, though. When Apple went on a bragging spree after the original launch of a health app…9 minutes read
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5 years ago
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7 lip filler facts you need to know before getting the injectionKylie Jenner's pouty lips are the envy of many, and it's also no secret that she gets lip filler. Naturally, it's inspiring others to undergo the procedure in order to have the same plumped pout. Celebrity beauty procedures can be as alarming as they are intriguing. I mean we've seen…5 minutes read
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5 years ago
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What is hyperthyroidism? The condition affects 10 times more women than menAs much as we like to say that we're in touch with our bodies, ask us what is hyperthyroidism, and many would struggle to give an answer. The fact of the matter is that we should probably care more, because not only does the gland have a great impact on…5 minutes read
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5 years ago
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All the gross ingredients you're putting on your face every dayWe’re paying more attention than ever to the foods we put into our bodies. But when it comes to cosmetics, the lines between what’s cool and a little-bit-ew can be hard to find. I mean, it’s all too easy to just opt for the prettiest shade without stopping to examine…4 minutes read
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5 years ago
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How does Meghan Markle stay in shape? 10 healthy lifestyle choices the Duchess swears byWe've all wondered it: how does Meghan Markle stay in shape? Many of us grew up wanting to be princesses. It was a veritable right of passage, right there next to Barbie dolls and all of the other effluvia which comes with being a little girl. But once we grew…5 minutes read
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5 years ago
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How to use dry shampoo: 7 dos and don'ts to get the best results for your hairEven though it's the staple of beauty routines everywhere, if you've ever wondered how to use dry shampoo effectively, you're not alone. I mean, what did we even do before we were blessed with that can of anti-grease goodness? It's the saviour of modern-day woman everywhere, and if you haven't tried…4 minutes read
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5 years ago
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What are the small white bumps around my eyes? Here's what causes miliaI don't know about you, but I've often wondered about those small white bumps around my eyes. It's something that affects many of us, but no one is ever quite sure what they are. Tiny white bumps on our skin are a common occurrence and, no, I'm not talking about the…4 minutes read
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5 years ago
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