Each year prostate cancer kills 600 men. That is 600 people who loose there brothers, sons, husbands and friends. We all know that men can be a little should we say slack when it comes to going to the doctors, which is why as the women in their lives we […]
Sitting down at the manicurist or doing your nails is a luxury and one of lives small pleasure, but that does not mean we want to be applying lashings of nail polish week after week because we have a manicure that doesn’t last. There are plenty of nail hacks out there,...
If you’re looking for something a little less tried-and-true for a date with that cute guy from the coffee shop, or you want somewhere to take the kids on a rainy Sunday, you should definitely check out the Auckland Stardome. The huge expanse of unobstructed stars that greets you from the […]
As we age, we are more susceptible to external conditions, loss of suppleness and firmness, appearance of fine lines and wrinkles and the loss of skin brightness. Evolu addresses these issues with their new all-natural Active Age-Defence range, a trio of plant-powered products formulated to support the skin’s natural ability […]
We have said it before and we will say it again, being a women is hard work. Not only are we the child bearers, a miraculous yet crazy joy of life, but we also experience a lot of crap! So much so that ask reddit thought it was important to...
Cold winds, heavy rain and bitter air – these are all irritants for people with sensitive skin, which makes leaving the house in the winter a mixture of pain and redness erupting over your face. When you get inside it is not much better, dry air from air conditioning leave […]
Our neck is one of the most visible parts of our body, we accentuate it daily with jewellery and clothing so it is only right that we care for the skin and protect it – after all it is one of the most delicate parts of our body. Because it […]
It starts with a sniffle, then it crawls to a, dry, scratchy throat and before you know it you’re spluttering and dreaming of what it was like to feel normal. These shorter, colder days can really wreak havoc on the immune system, especially when you work in a large office, have kids […]
One of the most lusted after things in life is smooth, soft and supple skin, so there is nothing worst than dry, cracked heels or itchy, irritated skin. There are plenty of products out there that promise to ‘soften your heels’ or ‘smooth your skin’, but it can become a […]
Whatever the reason we break out: stress, diet or  hormones, we can always count on the fact that it will happen when you need a clear face more than ever. Whether it is for your confidence at a job interview or a first date or a big event where you want […]
We all know the importance of protecting our face from the elements through the day, but we often forget to care for our skin as we sleep. This just so happens to be one of the most important times to care for our skin, because as we rest the production […]
Some nights getting the recommended 7/8 hours can be a bit of a struggle, and the next day you can almost guarantee someone will ask you if you are okay. Rather than bite your tongue, or shout ‘YES I’M JUST TIRED’, sometimes you just need a little extra RnR in […]
If there is one thing worst than the cold in the winter it is that our skin tends to freak out and we find that we are victim to the curse of dry skin. From cold temperatures to hot showers, air heating and layers of clothing our skin tends to […]
Revamp or renovation? New home or new look? It might actually be that health is your biggest incentive for and reward from new carpet. In our damp and cool winter climate, new carpet gives us some substantial benefits. Carpet’s insulation qualities drastically reduce heat loss through the floor. That’s a […]
Get your skin smoothie’d with Oasis Beauty’s exfoliating face mask,  perfect for this moody weather. You don’t need to use a lot to get great results, with it’s refreshing but gentle fruity action. The secret to this deliciously fruity number is in the four P’s – papaya, pineapple, pink grapefruit […]
With hundreds of options when it comes to foundations it can be tough to decide on one that is perfect not only for your skin, but for the conditions you live in. It is one of the most important steps when picking a foundation, but is often overlooked. Do you live […]
When we think of homeless people, an image is conjured of the old, drunk man on the park bench, or the ‘bag lady’ who roams the streets. However, this is not always the case. From the 12-year-old child to the woman working in a government department, homelessness is a lot...
When the weather gets cold like it is the only thing we want is a big, hot cup of tea. Not only is it the perfect way to warm up, but it also all you need to relax and take some time for yourself. This is exactly what Corinne Noyes […]
Turning to solar has economic and environmental benefits, both of which are important if you believe in a sustainable future. If you have always wanted to convince your partner that solar paneling is the way to go, or you want to know why you should board the solar train, here […]
We spend roughly 25 years of our lives sleeping, so it is only right that your bed is your haven. Despite the obvious – an incredibly comfortable, cloud like bed, how else can you make your bed the most comfortable corner on the face of the earth? There are two secrets […]
We all daydream about escaping the rat race and sitting on the deck in the beaming sun, with a glass of wine in hand and a spectacular view of the New Zealand coast. It must be the New Zealand way of life because a a 2015 survey showed that 95% of kiwis believed holiday […]
Without a doubt, chocolate is the greatest thing in the world. Sure, it is not that great for you although it all changed the day we learnt dark chocolate is good for us (in moderation and all that jazz). That is why when Cadbury released a dark ‘coco range’ earlier […]
