Relax, revive, refresh: 30 of the best spa hotels and retreats in Europe

From luxurious urban escapes to holistic getaways and indulgent country breaks, here’s our pick of the very best spas

It’s the pits! Would you pay £35 for one of the new, posh deodorants?

Fashionistas are forking out a fortune as the humble anti-perspirant goes high end

Is it true that … shampoo is a scam, because hair washes itself?

The ‘no poo’ movement claims that using a product to clean your barnet makes it less healthy. We ask an expert to come clean on the issue

The year in stuff – from chicken wine to cucumbers and mini mullets

Did you make and trade a friendship bracelet? Invest in a Stanley cup? What we wore, used and shared in 2024

Can retinol, vitamin A or other compounds really keep your skin healthy and ‘youthful’?

The ads are everywhere but the evidence is poor for most creams, experts say – with one limited exception

Go hard on bright colours and easy on exfoliating: how to do a summer pedicure at home

Podiatrists and nail technicians share their tips and techniques for fresh summer feet – on a budget

How to wear sunscreen: ‘Put it on so it feels like there is too much on, then put more on’

Australia’s sun care guidelines differ depending on your skin tone – but most people are not adequately protecting themselves

Be honest, have you had work? 11 people open up about what they do – or don’t do – to their face

In the world of Botox, fillers and laser facials, 11 people – from the podcaster who has spent more than £135,000 on her face, to the 96‑year‑old who would never try tweakments – reveal all

Winter is coming … but don’t panic! 54 expert tips on getting through the cold, dark months ahead

How to survive the season – with mood-lifters, skin-savers, life-changing layers, and ways to have fun in the rain

The 20 best self-care gifts for Christmas, from slippers to essential oils to massagers

Whether you go for affordable luxury buys or true indulgence, you can’t go wrong with these presents for pampering, as chosen by our beauty expert