I think the whole world now agrees that SPF is, broadly a good thing. We have a scientifically proven way to prevent burning, premature skin ageing and cancer, so it seems a bit remiss to not bother using it. Yet, still SPF products tend to have a bad rep. They’re usually very much function over […]
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I stepped off the metro, on the first Thursday in February to the smell of croissant. I followed my offline Citymapper to my hotel a four minute walk away, undoubtedly looking like the tourist I so clearly was- dressed in a giant hat, wide legged trousers, a blazer, and once-upon-a-time white Reeboks, peeking out at […]
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One of the worst experiences of my life began with a horsefly bite and ended with me showing my bare arse to a doctor. I’ll let you fill in the blanks. It was that day that I realised my personal embargo on insect repellent (I hate it, it stinks, it gets down my throat, it […]
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Heading to Bangkok? Blush writer Josie makes the case for Chiang Mai. After the oppressive heat and frenzied pace of Bangkok, a trip north to Chiang Mai is like a salve for the soul. A city hidden behind 13th century walls and moats, Chiang Mai is a lush oasis of calm. One can imagine Candice Swanepoel […]
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Unless you’re Kim Kardashian or Mariah Carey, flying probably sucks. Packing stress plus security checks, dehydration and a poorly ventilated plane set you up for hours of anxiety, exhaustion and general fractiousness. Flying is known to dry out your skin, bring on head and ear aches and increase risk of breakouts and eye inflammation. The […]
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You might only think of snow or meat balls when I mention Scandinavia, but trust me, Norse countries are the dark horses of cool. With chocolate box cities, vibrant café culture and Utopian infrastructures, what’s not to love? Copenhagen is a pioneer of sustainable, cosmopolitan living and with its stress-free environment is fast becoming the […]
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We’ve already declared our love for L.A girls, but now it’s time to show some appreciation to the City that made them. Los Angeles, the original place to see and be seen, shows no sign of giving up its crown as the city to visit this Summer. Here are a few of the hottest spots at […]
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If you’re planning a trip to Berlin then you’re a lucky thing. I fell in love with the city that really never sleeps, within 12 hours of landing. I’d only heard amazing things about Berlin: the nightlife was epic, the people are Balinese friendly and life moves at an amiable pace. None of this was […]
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