Head to Saks for high summer hair and beauty, as they’re offering woman&home readers first appointments at their salons for half price. Choose a new hairstyle, colour, or a big blowout for a big weekend. Extensions are trending in their salons right

Soft pastels are a great way to update grey or blonde hair. ‘They’re definitely not just a youth trend!’ says colour guru Josh Wood. Rose pink, dusty lilac and this year’s Pantone colour of the year – peach – are beautiful choices. Bleach London Supe

The feel-good factor of a bouncy blow-dry can never be overestimated, something more and more of us are seeking to replicate at home. Heated appliances have the ability to turn a bad hair day into a great one, but it’s not uncommon for the cost to re

‘Glass hair’ is trending, thanks to the glossy 90s resurgence. But mirror-like shine doesn’t have to mean a pricey trip to the salon.■

Consider yourself to be as ‘fit as a fiddle’? Or maybe you worry that your body is ageing faster than it should. Several factors can influence your fitness age, but the great thing about this number is that it isn’t fixed. Whatever you score today, y

Penhaligon’s offers a fragrance profiling experience, which is a lovely way to find a new signature scent. After a consultation on what kind of fragrances you wear, you’ll do blind sampling (so you don’t get swayed by the pretty bottles!). I probably

✢ Commonly used to produce British wallpapers, a woodblock print in contrasting tones gives a vintage edge to this cotton dress. ✢ The Bardot neckline stands the test of time, as it’s flattering to all silhouettes, revealing a touch of flesh and broa

Q I constantly worry about my daughter. Since the age of 15, she’s been smoking weed with friends and it seems to make her withdrawn and sulky, plus she’s losing interest in school. I have tried to talk to her about it, but she tells me it opens her

They used to say you shouldn’t talk about politics or religion at dinner, maybe even at all. Uniquely divisive, the possibility of disagreement is high and disagreement is to be avoided. My guess is that your mental list of dangerous topics is much l

With a steady increase in ecotourism, there are more options than ever for those who want to see the world while also supporting nature, local communities and wildlife. Even better, there’s no need to sacrifice relaxation or luxury. Here, we share ou

The last time my husband and I had sex was just over a year ago. The feeling of closeness was lovely, and afterwards I remember saying, ‘We should do this more often.’ Steven* agreed. But days, weeks, months have slipped by since and it hasn’t happen

No one knows their hair better than you. But if you’re finding those strands are constantly misbehaving and you’re not feeling good, maybe it’s time to rethink things. With the right products, you can turn back the clock on your locks and enjoy full,

Unless you’ve been blessed with blonde hair since birth, going lighter is no simple feat, and most blondes enjoy their golden locks as a result of many hours of painstaking graft – be that professional, administered by an expert colourist in the salo

We all want our skin to look the best that it can – especially at this time of the year, when the days are warm and we’re maybe a little sun-kissed. Wouldn’t it be great to be able to roll out of bed, apply a light-tinted base and swan around looking

Accidentally-on-purpose missed swiping the barcode on your avocado? You might be one of Britain’s SWIPERS – otherwise known as Seemingly Well-Intentioned Patrons Engaged in Regular Shoplifting. Hiding in plain sight, these people can afford to pay bu

Death at the Sign of the Rook by Kate Atkinson (£22, HB, Transworld) A complex real-life art heist collides with a chaotic murder-mystery weekend in the latest outing for investigator Jackson Brodie. He’s on the trail of a carer who appears to have w

First things first – everybody feels anger at times. Even the most zen-like person you’ve ever met will have moments of irritation and exasperation, however well they hide it. Anger is a normal, valid and sometimes necessary emotion that – when chann

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For uncomfortable and sometimes debilitating physical and emotional menopausal symptoms, hormone replacement therapy (HRT) is the go-to relief for many women. But if you’re on it – or are starting – you may wonder how long you can take it and if you’

Whether you’ve just started noticing a few strands, or your roots are full-on silver, we have a solution for you to make the most of going grey. Many of us rush to disguise our grey roots as soon as they appear, but even if you’ve been dyeing your ha

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The expression ‘Turkey teeth’ may be associated with bright white gnashers and ridicule, but the reason many of us are travelling abroad for dental treatment is shifting. It’s now becoming popular for Brits wanting real medical help, such as crowns,

Author of the Why Mummy series, and the writer of the parenting blog and Facebook site, Peter and Jane, GILL SIMS explores airport etiquette on page 55. Do you or would you ever have a piercing of any kind? I’ve only had my ears done. I nagged my mot

Who doesn’t love a gallery wall? It might be a beautifully curated collection of black-and-white family photographs, an arrangement of abstract landscape paintings or a series of slogan prints all on a theme. But pulling a collection together takes t

When was the last time you tried something new? 61% of Brits say they feel ‘stuck in a rut’ – but there may be a simple solution. According to behaviour therapist Karyn Hall, taking part in novel experiences can increase our motivation to explore, br

Are you as flexible as your friends at yoga? Been putting off seeing the GP with niggles for years? Our midlife MOT plan combines health, fitness and mind tests to make sure you’re the best possible version of yourself now, which will benefit you in

Think about the time of day you plan to dine outside, with shade, lighting – and even a source of heat – all things to consider when creating an outdoor dining room. Use planters and pots to bring in texture and colour, enclosing your table and creat

I am an eternal optimist – in my head, I still believe air travel is a glamorous 1950s affair, where I trip through the airport in a ‘travelling suit’, before sipping on a glass of champagne. While that may be the experience for those who fly first c