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A woman in a white coat smiling as she applies cream from a Nivea jar on a wooden table.

A dermatologist reviews the blue Nivea cream: ingredients, strengths and limits

Nicky Harrington • July 26, 2026

A dermatologist has now taken a close look at the ingredients - and reached a surprisingly clear verdict. Hardly any...

Young woman applying mascara while looking into a handheld mirror in a bright bathroom with plants.

Lash perm: why lashes break and what to do

Nicky Harrington • July 26, 2026

At first, everything looks flawless in the mirror. Your lashes fan upwards in a perfect curve, your eyes suddenly look...

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How Melanin Can Change How Medicines Work

Nicky Harrington • July 26, 2026

Many medicines were tested on light-skinned people - yet the amount of pigment in your skin can help determine whether...

Woman sitting on a beach towel applying sunscreen with a straw hat, sunglasses, and four people by the sea in the background

Why We Normalise Sunburn and How to Make Sun Protection a Daily Habit

Nicky Harrington • July 26, 2026

The sun is already slanting over the rooftops first thing in the morning, and the air above the playground seems...

Woman applying face powder with a sponge while looking in a bathroom mirror.

Rimmel Stay Matte Compact Powder for Combination and Oily Skin

Nicky Harrington • July 26, 2026

Combination skin and oily skin know the struggle all too well: foundation slips, your nose turns shiny, pores look larger,...

Young man washing hands with animated germs floating above sink in a bright, tiled bathroom.

Electric hand dryers: a viral lab experiment shows the germ cloud

Nicky Harrington • July 26, 2026

In many public toilets, electric hand dryers are seen as modern and hygienic. A viral laboratory experiment points to a...

Woman in beige underwear applying golden body oil on her leg next to a table with skincare products in a bedroom.

Anti-Cellulite test: this massage oil comes out on top

Nicky Harrington • July 26, 2026

Cellulite creams, gels and oils tend to flood the shelves-especially as swimwear season approaches. The marketing claims are loud, and...

Man holding electric shaver next to open suitcase packed with clothes and passports on bathroom counter

Laifen P3 Pro review: a tiny electric shaver designed for travel

Nicky Harrington • July 26, 2026

We tried the Laifen P3 Pro, a tiny electric shaver that fits in your hand and slips easily into a...

Woman applying cream on her face while sitting at a bathroom sink with plants and a glass of water nearby.

Rosacea: Causes, Triggers and Holistic Treatment

Nicky Harrington • July 26, 2026

Many people initially assume that a flushed face simply means they have “sensitive” skin, or that they have developed a...

Hands holding a bar of soap under running water with steam rising, near potted plants and folded towels.

The 30–35-degree rule for washing hands: why superfatted soap beats endless hand cream

Nicky Harrington • July 26, 2026

The solution often isn’t in the tube - it’s at the tap. When your skin feels tight, it’s easy to...

Woman applying face powder with a brush by an open window on a sunny day, with a hat and sunglasses nearby

Mineral Sunscreen Powder: Why the “White Powder” (Zinc Oxide) Matters in Spring

Nicky Harrington • July 26, 2026

Plenty of people reach for classic sunscreen automatically as soon as spring arrives. But more dermatologists and researchers are taking...

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Castor Oil and Lemon for Brittle Nails: Egg Yolk Mask and Home Nail Care Routine

Nicky Harrington • July 26, 2026

A surprisingly simple fix might already be sitting in your kitchen. Plenty of people spend a small fortune on nail...

Woman holding reusable underwear and a sanitary pad while sitting on a bed with a table of hygiene products nearby.

Daily Panty Liners: Why Gynaecologists Warn Against Everyday Use

Nicky Harrington • July 26, 2026

Gynaecologists warn: using panty liners every day can create more problems than it solves. If you want to feel “fresher”...

Female doctor explaining Nivea cream to patients with skin test patches on their arms in a medical office.

A Dermatologist Reviews the Blue Nivea Creme

Nicky Harrington • July 26, 2026

A dermatologist has now put the cult classic cream through a no-nonsense review. That metal tin in deep blue is...

Person sitting on a bench in a park putting on a beige sandal with brown flats and foot care items nearby.

Why Synthetic Shoes Cause Problems in Spring – A Podiatrist’s Material Advice

Nicky Harrington • July 26, 2026

The chunky winter boots go back in the wardrobe, and ballerinas, trainers and the first sandals finally come out again....

Woman applying foundation with a makeup sponge while looking into a handheld mirror in a bright room

Why You Should Test Foundation on Your Jawline, Not Your Hand

Nicky Harrington • July 26, 2026

The sales assistant gives you an apologetic smile as she holds up the mirror. Your face looks flawlessly made up,...

Young woman applying foundation with a makeup sponge in front of a mirror with cosmetics on the table.

The Make-up Artist’s Foundation Trick for Forehead and Nose

Nicky Harrington • July 26, 2026

An experienced make-up artist is now challenging this routine head-on. His advice: certain parts of the face should receive only...

Smiling mature woman with short grey hair applying pink face cream in bathroom by window.

Jane Fonda’s €18 L’Oréal Paris Age Perfect Golden Age rosé day cream for mature skin

Nicky Harrington • July 26, 2026

The Hollywood icon has relied for years on a handful of carefully chosen skincare staples to keep mature skin looking...

Young woman holding a jar of cream and a glass of water, sitting at a table with pills and a bowl of fruit.

Collagen for Skin and Joints: What Creams, Powders and Capsules Can Really Do

Nicky Harrington • July 26, 2026

High-street chemists’ shelves are packed with them, and social media can’t stop talking about them: collagen is marketed as a...

Middle-aged woman applying eyeshadow with a brush at a wooden vanity table with makeup and mirror.

A simple eyeshadow trick for hooded eyelids

Nicky Harrington • July 26, 2026

A straightforward make-up technique can make a visible difference. Many people notice it first in photos: the eyes look more...

Person in a white lab coat holding and pointing at an open Nivea cream jar at a desk with documents and lab glassware.

What Dermatologists Really Think of the Classic NIVEA Creme in the Blue Tin

Nicky Harrington • July 26, 2026

A dermatologist has now taken a close look at the ingredients - and offers a candid verdict. In Germany, almost...