Beauty: Last News

Paloma Faith with red hair isn’t alien to us, but Paloma with a bright red mullet-like crop definitely is something that has surprised us this week.The singer took to the Concert for Ukraine stage with a brand new look, and it’s unlike anything we’ve seen her wear before.The 40 year old tends to prefer more conventional hairstyles featuring either intricate updos or mid-length curls, but she’s switching it up this week with a very edgy mullet-like pixie cut.The technical definition of a mullet is a hairstyle in which the hair is cut short at the front and sides but is longer at the back, so Paloma’s look is somewhere in between this shaggy cut and a Tinkerbell-like pixie chop. Very 2022, we think.

While Megan McKenna often switches hairstyles between a chic “lob” and lengthy extensions, one thing remains the same – her beachy blonde hair colour. However, the star has just gone much lighter, unveiling a new icy-white platinum shade. The 29 year old took to Instagram to show off her new look ahead of filming an episode of ITV2’s Celebrity Juice.

Thanks to social media, we now have easier access than ever before to the incredible expertise of the very best makeup artists. No longer do you need to head to a real-life masterclass to master the art of the smoky eye (although we do love an IRL event), as you can copy their tips and tricks simply by watching along via Instagram on your phone.

There have been plenty of blonde trends over the years that I’ve wanted to try (hello, brioche blonde), but the “expensive blonde” colour currently hitting it big for spring 2022 is possibly my favourite yet. Celebs like Zendaya, Euphoria’s Sydney Sweeney and Vogue Williams have all recently had the colour done for themselves, and I’m sold by how glossy they look.

When it comes to her hair, Kim Kardashian is probably most recognisable for her super long hairstyles and has been for quite some time now. So fans of her sharp long bob will be delighted to hear she’s made a return to the blunt hairstyle once again.Taking to Instagram Stories on Monday, the 41 year old shared some behind the scenes snaps from a recent shoot in which her ultra dark brown skims her shoulders, cut to a very sharp edge.

There are some beauty products that just take you back to another time when you think of them. Sun-in spray, Dream Matte Mousse foundation, Juicy Tubes, hair mascara – those were the days.

Heat styling is nothing new, but what about infrared heat styling? That’s the technology found in Nicky Clarke’s latest professional styling range, but is it really the breakthrough the brand boasts? The idea behind it certainly sounds intriguing. By combining regular “physical” heat with infrared heat waves which heat hair from the inside out, the claim is that you’ll be styling your hair more gently and also more speedily.

When Bella Hadid recently revealed that she had undergone a surgical nose job at just 14 years of age – which would require a strong case and parental consent in the UK – I can’t say I was too surprised. She has that “perfect” ski slope nose that I’ve wanted for years but I’m also aware is usually only achievable – unless you’re one of a lucky few – with some surgical help.

It may only be Oti Mabuse’s first season of Dancing On Ice, but it’s safe to say that she’s shut it down with her beauty looks every single week.Taking to the judging panel for Sunday night’s grand finale, the 31 year old looked incredible with sleek, dark red hair that reached her hips, paired with a smoky eye and neutral lip colour with a touch of gloss. Oti regularly changes up her hair for TV appearances, but the lengthy burgundy style isn’t one that we see very often on her, so naturally her fans were loving her look for the evening.

It’s 7am on a Monday morning, and my daughter is putting me on the spot. And I mean that quite literally. “Tell me how to get rid of THAT!” she demands, pointing at the pimple that’s sprouted on her nose overnight.The embarrassing truth is, I don’t actually know.

We’re always searching for new ways to improve our makeup skills, especially when it comes to creating a natural, fresh-faced look.Thankfully TikTok has come to the rescue once again, with a game-changing hack that claims to do just that. Makeup artist Katie Jane Hughes claims it’s all about the order in which you apply your makeup products. Instead of applying your foundation first, followed by your blusher, Katie suggests doing it in reverse – and the results are surprisingly effective.

It’s an inevitable part of life that as we age our skin’s collagen levels deplete, resulting in sagging skin, with fine lines and wrinkles becoming more visible. Luckily there’s a whole host of smart new products available nowadays promising to put the spring back into your skin by hydrating, tightening and boosting collagen production. Want to know which ones actually work? Us too! To find out, we sent a selection of new skin-plumping serums and creams to our Real Beauty testers to use for a month before reporting back.

The beauty world has its fair share of lies and let-downs, and waterproof mascara is surely one of the prime offenders. I can’t tell you the number of times I’ve tried the pool-proof version of a favourite mascara, only to discover it’s less a twin and more an ugly sister. Plasticky, clumpy, spidery – it’s exactly the look you DON’T want on your lashes, especially when it’s then nigh-on impossible to scour off.

Her Bridgerton character lives in high society, but actress Ruby Barker is far more down to earth in real life – revealing her go-to hair product is a supermarket steal costing just £1. Ruby, who shot to fame as Bridgerton’s Miss Marina Thompson, spoke exclusively to OK! about her beauty secrets and how it’s taken time to learn how to look after her locks. “I used to chemically straighten my hair and it completely destroyed it,” she told us, recalling her teenage years.

If you have hooded eyes, you’re probably all too familiar with having little space to create eyeshadow looks or a proper wing with liquid liner. You may even experience it smudging all over the place as a result of your slightly overlapping lids. But there are so many great makeup tips for hooded eyes out there that will still allow you to create beautiful eye looks.Take makeup artist Katie Jane Hughes, for example, whose recent TikTok applying a winged liner look to open eyes recently went viral.

She’s known for her lengthy brunette waves, but now Camila Cabello has completely switched up her beauty look with a bold new haircut. Following in the footsteps of Miley Cyrus, Maisie Williams and Rihanna, the Havana singer has jumped on the mullet bandwagon – and it’s serving up serious 80s glam-rock vibes, with long, wet-look waves at the back and a short, shaggy fringe. Camila’s hairstylist Dimitris Giannetos has shared the look to Instagram, where the singer is seen modelling her new ‘do alongside some very punk-looking outfits.

Marks and Spencer may not be the first store that springs to mind when you think “beauty shopping destination” but it’s actually a gold mine for skincare, haircare and make-up, stocking the likes of Philip Kingsley, REN, Emma Hardie and more. But it’s one of the store’s own-brand ranges that’s caught our eye this week, in the form of a few new fragrances that have joined the Apothecary range.The existing collection covers home candles, diffusers, room sprays and more, but is now branching out into eau de parfums too.There are four new “wellbeing” fragrances to choose from, all infused with essential oils, which help to boost your mood, promote a calmer mind and even help you relax.

There’s no doubt that certain makeup techniques – such as winged liner or intricate eyeshadow looks – are tricky to master, despite the number of best eyeliners and TikTok tricks promising easy application. But these looks can be even more difficult for those with motor disabilities or visual impairments.

The days are longer, the sun is shining… That’s right, spring is finally here, which also means Easter is just around the corner. And while we’re gearing up to scoff our body weight in Mini Eggs, we’re equally as excited to theme our next manicure to the season. Whether you celebrate the holiday or not, Easter is a perfect excuse to hop along to your local salon and ditch your classic white tips for something a little more bright and cheery.

It’s not possible, but the Kardashian sisters seem to be getting younger and younger with every year. 42-year-old Kourtney Kardashian, for example, barely looks like she’s aged a day since her early twenties.

We love ourselves a new beauty product, and let us tell you there have been some cracking haircare launches recently, helping you to achieve everything from sleek and shiny blow dries to bouncy and defined curls and coils.To inspire your wishlist, beauty journalist and hair expert Keeks Reid shared some of her favourite new hair products in a recent appearance on This Morning, to help you nail good hair days for the foreseeable. While some of the hot new launches she recommended are now out of stock (JVN Hair, we’re looking at you), you’re going to want to add the rest to your online shopping basket, stat… ARKIVE The Prologue Hair Primer, £13 here Founded by legendary celebrity hairdresser Adam Reed, ARKIVE is universal haircare for everybody.This blow dry spray protects against heat damage and is a memory maker, because "it's going to make your style last so much longer," Keeks explained.