Asian makeup techniques were a game-changer for me

If you’re anything like me, your Instagram explore page and YouTube subscription homepage will be filled with beauty and makeup channels, which means there are a plethora of products, trends, and techniques to try. Because I am easily influenced, I have tried numerous makeup looks and techniques, but no matter how long I practised to master it, the makeup never looked good on me. Then … Continue reading Asian makeup techniques were a game-changer for me

Skin Cycling – the next viral Tiktok skincare routine

With Tiktok influencing the beauty industry on a large scale, it can be difficult to determine whether a particular skincare hack is there to attract views or is actually beneficial to the skin. As someone who avoids skincare hacks and is quite strict about my skincare routine, the term skin cycling stood out from the crowd. Skin cycling refers to incorporating actives into the night … Continue reading Skin Cycling – the next viral Tiktok skincare routine

K-Skincare Secret Ingredient- Houttuynia Cordata

If you’re into Korean skincare, you’ve probably come across the ingredient Houttuynia Cordata in some of the products. As we’ve seen, Korean skincare doesn’t shy away from experimenting with ingredients like snail mucin, fermented kombucha, bee venom, and wine, which have all got rave reviews online. The latest K-skincare muse is a leafy plant called Houttuynia Cordata, which, in my opinion, deserves more attention. Although … Continue reading K-Skincare Secret Ingredient- Houttuynia Cordata

Cost-of-Living Crisis Newsweek: How will we survive?

By Evie Smith-Adams, Simone Limbu, and Sahra Sancar With the cost-of-living crisis dramatically affecting everyday people’s lives, with many turning to food banks, and child poverty on the rise, a debate was held last night at London Metropolitan University to discuss the causes and effects. The panellists all brought their views and personal experiences to the conversation, highlighting the main issues we as a society … Continue reading Cost-of-Living Crisis Newsweek: How will we survive?

Shortage of liquid antibiotics amidst rising cases of bacterial infection

High demand for Strep Antibiotics exceeds supply in the UK By Helen Chen and Simone Limbu Patients are being turned away by pharmacies because they are unable to dispense antibiotics due to a nationwide shortage. The unforeseen demand for penicillin and amoxicillin has increased as the number of Strep A cases has increased. Shortage in antibiotics In December, the government issued serious shortage protocol (SSPs) across the UK … Continue reading Shortage of liquid antibiotics amidst rising cases of bacterial infection

How the elderly live: loneliness and isolation

By Simone Limbu Everyone has experienced loneliness at some point in their lives, but what if it persists? We may seek assistance, speak with a close relative, or go out and socialise. But for some elderly people, this may not be possible. Isolation and feeling disconnected from society have made the elderly in the UK vulnerable to loneliness, which has been linked to serious health … Continue reading How the elderly live: loneliness and isolation

Pets in Ukraine: how can we help?

By Simone Limbu and Agnes Ratniece More than 10 million people have fled Ukraine, thanks to the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine. In the chaos of war, Ukrainian citizens are either forced to leave their beloved pets behind or face months of separation under strict UK regulations. Many people have taken their pets, such as cats, parrots, bunnies, and dogs, along with them as they fled … Continue reading Pets in Ukraine: how can we help?

Embrace the rental clothing market: it’s fashionable and cost-effective

By Simone Limbu Purchasing habits in the fashion landscape appear to be increasing, despite being one of the most polluting industries. How many times have you bought an expensive outfit for a special event, only to have that clothing not see the light of day again for years? Renting can be a part of addressing this issue, and is arguably the most cost-effective way of … Continue reading Embrace the rental clothing market: it’s fashionable and cost-effective

Transform Your Hair And Scalp Health Game With Tabitha James Kraan Organic Regime

Get the hair of your dreams with Tabitha’s magic 3 core principles of oil balancing, correct cleansing, and moisture layering. Believing that nature has all of the answers in life, including hair and scalp health, Tabitha James Kraan developed and curated her organic haircare brand in 2015. Her eponymous line uses natural ingredients to achieve excellent results without the use of synthetics. Hair is an … Continue reading Transform Your Hair And Scalp Health Game With Tabitha James Kraan Organic Regime

MONPURE: Skincare For Your Scalp And Hair With Science-Backed Technology

An ethical and sustainable solution to a luxuriously healthy scalp and hair. We have steps in our skincare and body care routine that we strictly adhere to and on which we splurge. We educate ourselves with ingredient lists in skincare but often overlook them in hair care products. Hair loss and thinning can be caused by the harmful ingredients combined with environmental stress on the … Continue reading MONPURE: Skincare For Your Scalp And Hair With Science-Backed Technology