When I’m really craving a sweet treat, sometimes indulging in store-bought cookies and desserts packed with preservatives can kill the vibe. I’m more for sweets that don’t leave you feeling overly full or with a sugar-induced hangover, especially when the holidays roll around, and healthy eating isn’t always on the table. If a lighter option … Read more
Ah, slugging season is here. As the weather gets colder and drier and our skin needs serious hydration, skin slugging has become the go-to method to relieve dry skin during the fall and winter months. Skin slugging is a technique that involves applying a thin layer of an occlusive product, such as a petroleum-based healing … Read more
When Paul Viggers woke up and caught his father sneaking in with their presents on Christmas Eve 1965 “with no bearded old man in a red suit anywhere to be seen”, his main feeling was embarrassment for his brother. “After all, I was only eight and was already a bit suspicious … but he was … Read more
Gone are the days when shoppers would line up outside Myer and David Jones in the city centres to be let in at the crack of dawn on Boxing Day to secure the best deals. While this certainly made for an entertaining start to December 26, the rise of online shopping has helped customers — … Read more
I’m partial to moisturizers that take a Hippocratic approach to skin care: do no harm. All I want is smoother, softer skin without irritation or (my biggest beauty pet peeve) pilling. And that’s exactly what Elemis’ Pro-Collagen Marine Cream delivers with a low-key but highly effective blend of humectants and emollients (like glycerin and dimethicone). … Read more
Besides an ill-fated immersive play I starred in at my liberal arts college, I don’t have much experience on stage. At queer bars, I’ve always considered myself more of a rhythm-challenged spectator; someone who politely tucks a five dollar bill into a dancer’s jockstrap, then retreats into my own world of exchanging low-stakes gossip between … Read more
The holidays have been here for a minute, and if you aren’t already in the midst of festive mayhem, then I’m sure it’s about to sneak up on you. (Like, tomorrow!) Between the parties, planning, and all the presents to buy, our plates are full. And with all the activity comes a packed social calendar. … Read more
Part of what makes the beauty industry so enticing is that it doesn’t come with a rule book. You can create whatever shape you want with eyeliner, pack on whatever eyeshadow color combination you feel drawn to and style your hair in a way that makes you feel good. But while makeup and hair is … Read more
The prosecution: Jas Matt is always missing calls. When he went hiking I couldn’t contact him at all for two days My husband, Matt, has always been a bit of a technophobe but recently he’s taken to turning his phone off, putting it on airplane mode or even leaving it at home. It’s just not … Read more
Woolworths has recalled a batch of its Christmas mince pies over fears the festive treat may contain metal. The supermarket giant issued the recall on Friday, warning consumers its six-pack of Shortcrust Summer Berry Mince Pies may contain metal fragments. “Food products containing metal may cause illness/injury if consumed,” Woolworths warned. Watch the latest news … Read more
