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Garnier products are now officially cruelty free
Speaking on the brand, Garnier Global Brand President, Adrien Koskas explains that they “have been committed to a world against animal testing since 1989.” Read more…
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“Social media companies have a massive responsibility in all of this,”: How Ireland plans to stop online female-targeted sexism in new legislation
The Online Safety and Media Regulation Bill, which was published by the government in January 2020, proposes an Online Safety Commissioner as part of a wider Media Commission to impose strict online safety codes to “tackle the availability of harmful content”. Read more…
Lifestyle
The good, the bad and the coronavirus: How the pandemic changed fashion
According to a report published by Business of Fashion website and the management consultancy firm McKinsey & Company, the industry is forecast to experience a 90 per cent fall in profits and a 15 to 30 per cent decline in sales in 2020 compared to the 12 months previous. Read more…
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Imposter syndrome: The cycle and how to overcome it
[dropcap]I[/dropcap]mposter syndrome is something we have all heard of but probably don’t know much about.
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The principles of intuitive eating
New year, new me. Sound familiar? This has probably been uttered by every person at least a handful of times in the last decade or so.
Lifestyle
From “Shy Di” to fashion’s favourite: The evolution of Princess Diana’s style
From epochal ball gowns to iconic athleisure wear, throughout her public life Diana’s wardrobe captivated the world’s attention. Portraying such a paragon of fashion is no easy feat, nor is recreating her style. Yet these were the mammoth challenges Emma Corrin and costume designer Amy Roberts found themselves tasked with in the latest season of The Crown. Read more…
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Geraldine Carton of The Useless Project: “The only way is up”
From the rallying cries of Extinction Rebellion protesters to the enactment of the Climate Ambassador Programme, Carton feels we are a nation that has a propensity to do the right thing when it comes to climate action. Read more…
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Curbing the maskne epidemic
Despite face masks holding significant importance in our current climate, we did not expect the unwarranted skin irritation that would accompany it. Thankfully, with expert advice and recommendations, we can curb the maskne epidemic one step at a time. Read more…
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The power of street art
A walk through Temple Bar strikes a political pulse as the “Repeal the 8th” mural reminds you of a past triumph. Cutting through Love Lane, your inner romantic ignites itself. Read more…
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When motherhood isn’t the mission
From being gifted toy new-borns as children, to being taught how to feed, bathe and care for them, women have channelled a predetermined mode of womanhood through no fault of their own. Read more…
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Gwyneth Paltrow’s tips for clean sleeping
Ever since the lockdown, insomnia is something almost all of us have experienced. Our routines are messed up and the longer you leave it the harder it is to just get to bed and get Read more…
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Helpful tips for online learning
[dropcap]O[/dropcap]nline learning is becoming the “new normal” for students across the country as they start a new academic year.
Lifestyle
Turn and face the strange
There is not one person who remains untouched by Covid-19. We are all still mourning things that we have sacrificed or that have been taken from us by the pandemic, which can make moving forward into such unusual times even harder. According to psychotherapist Olivia Feehan, this is totally natural, and she reassured that it is possible to move on while feeling the pain of our grief, but we must acknowledge our losses for recovery to begin. Read more…
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Why acids should claim a spot in your skincare routine
Skin acids have a myriad of beneficial qualities and are mostly known for their use as chemical exfoliators, meant to remove dead skin cells and leave your skin looking smoother and brighter. Read more…
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Myths about contraception are a bitter pill to swallow
From contradictory pill guidelines to discrepancies in what a withdrawal bleed represents, there is a need for women to be placed on a higher platform to vocalise their sexual health queries and qualms. Read more…
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How we greet our aunt Flo needs re-evaluation
In Ireland, the situation stands at almost 50 per cent of teenage girls aged between 12-19 finding it difficult to afford sanitary products, in a survey conducted by Plan International Ireland. Read more…
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How fashion retailer SHEIN’s cultural awareness is bursting at the seams
Faith and fashion have repeatedly crossed paths and is continuously becoming normalised in the fashion world. This makes it harder for fashion conglomerates to avoid appropriating a culture or religion to monetise it. Read more…
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Ethical shopping habits to implement as we prepare to exit lockdown
As Covid-19 has brought all consumerism to a standstill, shopping habits are one such avenue that requires re-evaluation; questioning what we buy and why we buy it has never been so apt. Read more…
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OnlyFans: What is it and can it be dangerous
[dropcap]I[/dropcap]n Ancient Greece nudity was associated with the gods long before another God came onto the scene with the spread of Christianity. This higher being did not look upon depictions of female nudity as favourably Read more…
Black Friday
Beware of Black Friday scams
Black Friday, is a 24-hour period of sheer overspending and panic, otherwise known as the beginning of the Christmas season.
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Escape rooms rising in popularity
Escape rooms are a relatively new concept that only rose to prominence in that last five years, but now in Ireland, there are over 20 escape rooms on offer, with at least six in Dublin Read more…
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Religion and young people in a modern world
Kanye West has recently switched his attention from the red hat wearing leader of the “Free” World to a different kind of controversial figurehead, God.
Food
The benefits of turmeric
[dropcap]L[/dropcap]ike many Asian spices, turmeric is also known to have many health benefits and has been used as a form of traditional medicine.
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Life after the end of a long relationship
Break ups are never easy and dealing with a break up after a long-term relationship, let’s say a year plus, can be a tedious, hurtful and lonely process but here is a quick walk through Read more…
Halloween
Best Halloween costume ideas for this spooky season
With spooky season just around the corner, there is plenty of competition with thinking outside the box. I am going to provide you with some ideas on where to buy the best affordable Halloween costumes, Read more…