Here’s the thing: I’m 30 years old, and I’ve been religiously waxing for over 10 years. For me, I love the long-lasting, silky smooth look and feel. Mostly, I enjoy the freedom of enjoying summer days without having to worry about a stray hair here and there. So, with salons being closed during lockdown, I tried my hand at being my owl personal waxer. Hours spent in the … [Read more...] about I tried IPL permanent hair removal, and regret not having done it earlier
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The man bun is back for summer 2021. Here’s how (and why) you should style it
Ah, the man bun. A divisive hipster staple in the 2010s, and one that many of us (myself included) were glad to see virtually disappear for the past few years. Now though, it seems like the man bun is back. It seems the likes of Brad Pitt and Antoine Griezmann are proving that it might just have outgrown its hipster reputation. With longer hair proving a definite trend in … [Read more...] about The man bun is back for summer 2021. Here’s how (and why) you should style it
Want to grow your hair out over summer? Here’s what you need to know
Growing-out your hair is a long game. Although a year full of lockdowns and no haircuts has meant that many men have already taken the first steps to a longer mane á la Jason Momoa, it can be difficult to know exactly the right steps to take to keep it looking fresh (especially during that awkward phase). Growing your do from short back and sides, to lengthier locks could … [Read more...] about Want to grow your hair out over summer? Here’s what you need to know
How to choose the best sunscreen for your skin type this summer
It might have taken what seems like years, but the sun has finally arrived(!!), which means it’s time for picnics in the park, drinks in the beer garden and an actual *social life* – Is this a dream? What it also means is that we should be taking extra care of our skin. In true teenager-in-the-2000s style, I remember the days where my ‘sun care’ consisted of repeatedly … [Read more...] about How to choose the best sunscreen for your skin type this summer
The 11 biggest waxing mistakes you’re about to make
It’s pretty hot right now, which means some of us will be booking our pre-hol wax (or let’s be real: pre-staycation wax) soon. Contrary to popular opinion, waxing isn’t actually that bad – you just need to make sure the conditions are right. Think of it like this, say you went out for a picnic (bear with us), it started raining and you forgot the crisps, you probably wouldn’t … [Read more...] about The 11 biggest waxing mistakes you’re about to make