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Interview with Founder of Paula’s Choice

Interview with Founder of Paula’s Choice

Finding the right skincare can be a bit of a minefield. Paula Begoun went through the same struggle – but it all changed when she had a lightbulb moment at the tender age of 25. She read an ingredient label on a skincare product and saw the fourth product was … Read more

How-to: braid your own hair

How-to: braid your own hair

If you’re after a foolproof style for day or night, you just can’t go past a braid. It’s super versatile: you can go for chic and polished or boho and textured, making it the go-to style for any occasion. To nail your braid, you need hair with movement, volume and … Read more

7 awesome things to mark 7 incredible years

7 awesome things to mark 7 incredible years

Breaking up is hard to do, and boy, this sucks. It’s true. I’m leaving. And this time, it’s not just a four-month hiatus in London. No, this time I’m off for real, which feels strange – I have absolutely loved working at beautyheaven so very much, but change is good! … Read more

How to create the perfect 5 o’clock shadow

How to create the perfect 5 o’clock shadow

Hands up if you love a little facial hair on a guy? All of you? Excellent. Whether it’s on your boyfriend or brother, the ‘5 o’clock shadow’ suits any guy – and it’s a look that’s super easy achieve at home! Move over, Brad Pitt… Somewhere between clean-shaven and stubbly, … Read more

How to create a sleek low pony

How to create a sleek low pony

If you’re often lost for ideas when it comes to creating a sophisticated hairstyle, you’re not alone. Many women struggle to find a ‘do that’s suitable for  special events and more low-key get togethers. Not many styles lend themselves to both a chic and casual dress code. That is of … Read more

24 insanely awesome Christmas stocking fillers

24 insanely awesome Christmas stocking fillers

Jingle bells, jingle bells, Santa’s on his way! Woah, sorry – I don’t mean to scare you, but Christmas really is just around the corner. I don’t know how it came around so quickly, but here we are – and up until a few weeks ago, I was in a … Read more