This dentist says cavities are contagious – but can you catch them through kissing? Experts weigh in

In her now viral video on TikTok, Dr Tasneem Mahmood says cavities are contagious, but can you really catch one with a kiss?

23 Apr

Jada Pinkett Smith on losing her hair: ‘It was terrifying’

We look at Jada’s journey with alopecia as well as other root causes of hair thinning and ways to regain fuller-looking locks.

28 Mar

5 cool ways to summer-proof your makeup so you can look gorgeous despite the heat

Don’t worry about the weather ­melting your makeup. Instead follow our simple guide to a facebeat that can withstand the heat

29 Jan

Nifty home hacks to help you keep pesky pests at bay this summer

There’s nothing like a creepy-crawly to plague your nights, ruin your picnics and generally annoy the heck out of you.

28 Jan

Antiperspirants vs deodorants: what to consider when choosing between the two

It's the pits! Okay, so it's not the nicest subject, but keeping our armpits out of the sweat zone is important. We dry run you through it.

27 Jan

5 cool ways to summer-proof your makeup so you can look gorgeous despite the heat

Don’t worry about the weather ­melting your makeup. Instead follow our simple guide to a facebeat that can withstand the heat

12 Dec 2021

Hot but not too hot – the right way to apply heat to your hair

Styling hair is part of most of our everyday beauty regimens. But are you doing it the right way and how much is too much?

05 Dec 2021

Stop the clock! How to slow down the signs of ageing in your neck and chest areas

It’s often the first area to show signs of ageing. Here’s how to care for the skin on your neck and chest.

20 Nov 2021

Flawless at any age – hacks to help you look younger

We all love a good beauty hack – here are some super-smart ones that will take years off you

14 Nov 2021

Yoga for your face: exercises to help you relax and give your skin a workout

Downward dog and cobra may be great for the body, but there are also moves you can do to tone your face. Firm up and improve its...

07 Nov 2021

Hair with flair – here are some great styles and tips for older women

Looking for a change, but not sure which hairstyle will suit your mature look? Here’s some celebrity inspiration

30 Oct 2021

From fixing nail problems to the best DIY mani, here's how to get beautiful hands

Here are solutions to common nail problems and a guide to the perfect DIY manicure plus we sort out fact from fiction.

24 Oct 2021

Top tips for a healthy scalp – and when you should see a doctor

Take care of the skin under your hair so it can return the favour with healthy, happy locks

20 Oct 2021

Oily, combination, dry? Top tips to ease every skin type into summer

Your skin can play up as the seasons change. Manage this tricky time with our advice suited to each skin type

10 Oct 2021

Advice | 10 exercises to burn kilojoules

Fitness instructor Ferdi Doman of Pt4u in Centurion, Tshwane, suggests switching up your regular exercise with one of these fat-burner...

06 Oct 2021

Antiperspirants vs deodorants: what to consider when choosing between the two

It's the pits! Okay, so it's not the nicest subject, but keeping our armpits out of the sweat zone is important. We dry run you through it.

29 Sep 2021

Splurge or save? When to buy salon products and when supermarket goodies will do

Beauty insiders help you figure out when a product is worth a splurge from the ­salon or spa and when it’s fine to get it from the...

29 Sep 2021

Big bodies can be strong bodies – here's how to test how fit you are

Experts seem to agree that weight is just one factor among many when it comes to health and fitness

31 Aug 2021