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Beauty hacks
Viral beauty trends road tested
20 November 2023
Can ‘unapproachable’ makeup work as a man repellent?
If bolder choices such as strong liner and bleached brows make you feel safer, give them a go
13 November 2023
Can you create fake freckles with brow dye?
For those of us not naturally blessed with freckles, this trick adds longevity to your facial falsies
6 November 2023
Is using a straw to apply foundation and blusher a good idea?
Can a drinking straw really help you perfect your contouring?
30 October 2023
Can the ‘villain’ trend get me back to my gothic self?
Smudged eyeliner and dark lips help me lean into this Morticia Addams look
23 October 2023
Can a swift turn of the head give me the perfect eyeliner flick?
Don’t move your hand, move your face. That’s the theory anyway
16 October 2023
Can I fake a French manicure using DIY tip stickers?
This 1990s look is back, and there’s a complicated way to re-create it with the aid of a plastic lid
9 October 2023
Does blusher applied in a W shape give a more natural look?
Some say this can make the blusher feel less “doll-like”, but it just made me look sunburned
2 October 2023
Can I use eyeshadow to mask my thinning hair?
I already use Colour Wow Root Cover Up to hide parts of my scalp so this could be a cheaper alternative
25 September 2023
Can face powder stop sunglasses from sliding off my face?
Is this even a problem? If it is, here’s a way to avoid the nightmare of skittish shades
4 September 2023
Can the ‘McDonalds’ fringe create an instant 70s look?
You need thick hair and plenty of spray to pull off these Farrah Fawcett-inspired bangs
28 August 2023
Is all-over liquid lipstick a one-bottle makeup sensation?
Try this product as an all-in-one blush, shadow and lip colour – as long as you like the monochrome look … and you’re a quick worker
21 August 2023
Can I keep my fringe in place with lash glue?
Don’t want your elegant fringe to do a Marilyn Monroe in the wind? TikTokkers have you covered – with glue
14 August 2023
I don’t like the word, but I’m happy to try the ‘coquette’ effect
The hyper-feminine look is all matte candy pink shades, retro eyeliner and rosy blush – and I’m all in
31 July 2023
Can you use underarm antiperspirant on a sweaty face?
It isn’t just your pits that get damp in summer. But can underarm cream be used to keep makeup in place when the sweats set in?
24 July 2023
Can hair perfume stand in for premium-price fragrances?
They’re often seen as an extravagant addition to normal perfume, but they’re actually cheaper and make a good alternative to the more expensive stuff
17 July 2023
Can I darken my brows with a tanning foam?
Will a fake-tan product save me money on professional brow tints?
10 July 2023
Can you repurpose old eyeshadow as nail polish?
If you enjoy doing your nails, perhaps give this a go. But if you’re a beauty admin speedster, don’t bother
3 July 2023
Can an eyeshadow primer keep your lashes curled?
This easy hack is designed to lift droopy lashes. I’m dubious. Should I be?
26 June 2023
Can I get the ‘indie sleaze’ eyeliner look by smudging?
This ‘slept in’ style looks easy to achieve. But what exactly is involved?
19 June 2023
Can a puffy headband boost your skincare routine?
Keeping your hair out of your face when doing your nightly grooming regime sounds sensible – but will it have a visible result?
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