Simone Gannon

F or years, my view of hair extensions was rather archaic. Rapunzel-like locks with obvious bonds or tapes came to mind, mostly on younger women who wanted to change their style or have very long hair. I had briefly tried them myself about a decade ago, b... See more

There has never been a better time for budget beauty. Some of the best formulations I've tried in recent years have also been among the most affordable, and I love nothing more than discovering an excellent product that doesn't cost a small fortune. These... See more

Hot and cold therapy is having a something of a moment. Ice baths and cold plunges are cooler than ever (no pun intended), while you can’t move for saunas popping up all over the country. There is some evidence that the use of cold water immersion can ben... See more

I get asked all the time: what is the best Botox alternative? Usually this question comes from those who don’t want to go down the injectables route but are concerned about fine lines, wrinkles and a loss of firmness in their skin. In short, there is no a... See more

The concealer I’m about to tell you about was made for me. And when I say made for me, I mean women over the age of 40. How often does a brand create skin products specifically for over-40s? Not that often. And how often does a brand create products speci... See more