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Frizzy? Damaged? Dull? Living Proof’s new haircare range targets your exact hair woes
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Ever had a shampoo and conditioner whose formula you *loved* but just wished it did that bit extra for your specific hair?
Sure, your hair is silky, clean and smells amazing but if only it felt thicker/stronger/healthier/less frizzy/just perfect…
That’s where Living Proof and their brand-new, silicone-free haircare range comes in clutch.
Revealing four new shampoo and conditioner pairings last month, Living Proof are here to revolutionise silicone-free haircare, leaving dry, dull results usually found with such formulas firmly in the past.
Perfect hair Day Shampoo & Conditioner Bundle
If your hair is on the dull and dry side and in need of perfecting, then the Perfect hair Day Shampoo and Conditioner Bundle will be your ride or die. Delivering 72-hours of hydration with every wash, this hard-working pair is set to leave your locks quenched and shinier than ever.
Each of these four new ranges are scientifically proven to deliver healthier hair with every wash and treat your unique hair concerns: frizz, damage, dryness and lack of volume. And their star ingredient? Sili-CLONE™ HairTech.
Sili-CLONE™ HairTech, Living Proof’s proprietary new technology, consists of a blend of science-backed, multi-sensory modifiers that deliver the benefits of silicones that we all know and love. Think: shiny, sleek and conditioned hair.
While it’s at it, it’s transforming the texture of hair and delivering healthier hair with every wash, supporting long-term hair health.
In short, it looks, walks and quacks like silicone, but it’s so much better.
The silicone-free shampoos feature an eco-luxe sunflower-based surfactant that delivers a rich, decadent lather and adds silky slip for enhanced spreadability and performance.
And the conditioners? These contain a bio-derived fatty acid polymer, Polyricinoleic Acid, which has never-before used in haircare. This ingredient is known for its exceptional silicone-like slip that helps optimise the texture and condition of the hair fibre, without weighing it down.
The cycle of silicone stress
Despite being in far more hair products than you think, silicone is a bit of a no-no for hair health. An overuse of silicones can cause stress on the hair through product build up and coating, blocking essential actives from penetrating the hair.
The result is overstimulated hair that is prone to more frequent washing, styling and, thus, damage.
Whilst many of us look to silicone-free shampoos and conditioners, the products sometimes lack the sensory and performance qualities we want from our hair products, making the transition to sili-free a challenge, with our hair taking the brunt of the suffering.
Enter: Living Proof.
And as if creating an exceptional silicone-free shampoo and conditioner wasn’t enough, Living Proof has gone that one step further to release four, yes four, brand new ranges to tackle your hair qualms. From fine hair to dull, damaged to frizzy, Living Proof has you covered.
For those with fine, thin or flat hair, the Living Proof Full Shampoo and Conditioner will be your go-to.
This luxe duo is proven to volumise the hair for lasting fullness and body and keep hair cleaner and healthier for longer, delivering two times the volume with every wash.
Frizzy hair that just won’t quit? The No Frizz Shampoo and Conditioner is proven to smooth hair, control frizz and keep hair clean and healthy for longer, proven to deliver three times smoother hair with every wash. And humidity protection? It’s got that too.
If you’re struggling with damaged hair that needs a bit of love, then the Restore bundle will be your best bet.
This Shampoo and Conditioner duo is proven to reverse damage, repair the look and feel of damage with every wash, deliver 95% less breakage with each wash and leave hair feeling stronger and protected.
And if your hair is on the dull and dry side and in need of perfecting, then the Perfect hair Day Shampoo and Conditioner Bundle will be your ride or die.
Delivering 72-hours of hydration with every wash, this hard-working pair is set to leave your locks quenched and shinier than ever.
Ready to find your perfect pairing? Explore the new Living Proof silicon-free shampoos and conditioners below.
Full Shampoo & Conditioner Bundle
For those with fine, thin or flat hair, the Living Proof Full Shampoo and Conditioner will be your go-to. This luxe duo is proven to volumise the hair for lasting fullness and body and keep hair cleaner and healthier for longer, delivering two times the volume with every wash.
Restore Shampoo & Conditioner Bundle
If you’re struggling with damaged hair that needs a bit of love, then the Restore bundle will be your best bet. This Shampoo and Conditioner duo is proven to reverse damage, repair the look and feel of damage with every wash, deliver 95% less breakage with each wash and leave hair feeling stronger and protected.
frizz Shampoo & Conditioner Bundle
Got frizzy hair that just won’t quit? The No Frizz Shampoo and Conditioner is proven to smooth hair, control frizz, and keep hair clean and healthy for longer, proven to deliver three times smoother hair with every wash. And humidity protection? It’s got that too.
As a frizzy gal, I’m obsessed with one in particular…
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The biggest pros and cons to consider before taking weight loss jabs
In the 90s and 00s, slimming clubs were packed with people looking to shed the pounds.
Flash forward to today however, and Weight Watchers has filed for bankruptcy, as the meteoric rise of weight loss jabs saw the company struggling to compete.
Medications like Ozempic, Mounjaro, Wegovy and Rybelsu, previously used to treat diabetes, have exploded in popularity in recent years.
An estimated 500,000 Brits are now taking either Mounjaro or Wegovy (both of which are available on the NHS) and Simple Online Pharmacy claims demand is growing by up to 40% each month.
However, health secretary Wes Streeting warned that they shouldn’t be seen as a quick ‘cosmetic’ fix, adding: ‘These are serious medicines and should only be used responsibly and under medical supervision.’
So if you’re considering weight loss jabs, we’ve compiled everything you need to know, as well as a look at the biggest pros and cons…
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How do weight loss drugs like Ozempic and Mounjaro work?
Administered as weekly jabs, these drugs – often called GLP-1 agonists – mimic the hormones our bodies release when we eat to help diabetics manage insulin levels.
But alongside regulating blood sugar, they also help with reducing appetite (so you feel less hungry throughout the day) and increasing feelings of fullness (so you eat less when you do).
How do you get a prescription for weight loss drugs in the UK?
In the UK, new rules mean you’ll need to have a consultation with a specialist weight management service before being prescribed this kind of treatment.
This can be done through the NHS or privately, with the likes of Superdrug and Boots offering prescriptions online.
The pros of weight loss jabs
Metro asked Dr Suzanne Wylie, GP and medical adviser for IQdoctor, about the biggest pros and cons of weight loss injections. In terms of their benefits, here’s what she had to say:
Weight loss
Unsurprisingly, weight loss drugs help you lose weight — but the amount is impressive, with studies showing patients typically see at least a 10% to 15% weight reduction.
‘This can be transformative, especially for those with long-standing obesity where lifestyle interventions alone have failed,’ says Dr Wylie.
Reduction in obesity-related health issues
Dr Wylie explains: ‘Weight loss of this magnitude is associated with a meaningful drop in the risk of type 2 diabetes, hypertension, sleep apnoea, and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease.
‘There’s also early evidence suggesting improved cardiovascular outcomes, even independent of weight loss. And for patients with pre-diabetes, these medications may delay or prevent progression to full-blown diabetes.’
Improved quality of life and mental health
Beyond the physical benefits, Dr Wylie says the ‘positive impact on self-esteem and mood’ caused by weight loss ‘can create a virtuous cycle, making it easier to stay engaged with other aspects of health promotion, such as physical activity and social participation.’
Support for patients who feel stuck
According to Dr Wylie, the helping hand these jabs provide can be a major boost for those who feel they’ve ‘tried everything’ without success.
She adds: ‘As GPs, it’s empowering to have another tool to offer that feels both compassionate and effective.’
The cons of weight loss jabs
Despite their benefits, there are a number of things to consider before taking weight loss drugs – including possible short-term and long-term side effects. Here’s a look at what Dr Wylie considers the biggest downsides:
Side effects
‘Gastrointestinal side effects are common, particularly during dose escalation,’ she says, noting that these can include nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, and constipation.
Dr Wylie also adds than in rare cases, ‘there’s a risk of pancreatitis or gallbladder issues.’
What is 'Ozempic face'?
Weight loss drugs aren’t something to mess around with – one side effect colloquially termed ‘Ozempic face’ is symbolic of that. But what is it? And what are the dangers of taking semaglutide incorrectly?
This phenomenon refers to sagging, ageing and lacklustre appearance of the facial skin and structures,’ according to Dr Adil Sheraz, consultant dermatologist and British Skin Foundation spokesperson.
He said: ‘The face has a layer of fat that essentially stretches the skin. Ozempic results in rapid weight loss and does so very effectively. This, of course, will lead to rapid loss of subcutaneous (under the skin) facial fat.
‘The overlying skin however will not be able to shrink at the same rate, resulting in a sagging, droopy and wrinkled appearance.’
Dr Paul Jarrod Frank, a dermatologist in New York thought to have coined the phrase, told the New York Times he’s started seeing Ozempic face ‘every day’ since these drugs hit the mainstream.
He said: ‘A 50-year-old patient will come in, and suddenly, she’s super-skinny and needs filler, which she never needed before. I look at her and say: “How long have you been on Ozempic?” And I’m right 100 per cent of the time.’
This isn’t necessarily specific to Ozempic. As Dr Sheraz explains, this change in facial features can occur with any type of rapid weight loss.
There are other potential complications to look out for too: Ozempic-style weight loss drugs were recently linked to symptoms of depression and suicidal ideation, as well as an increased risk of vision loss.
More worryingly, at the end of last year, the government issued a warning after 10 people died and 68 were admitted to hospital as a result of using the injections.
More than 7,000 reports of illness associated with the drugs had also been made, leading the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) to publicly state they should not be used for ‘unauthorised indications such as aesthetic weight loss’.
Long-term use
Unless you overhaul your habits, the results you see while taking these medications won’t last long afterwards.
‘Once stopped, weight regain is common unless there’s been a concurrent and sustainable lifestyle change,’ says Dr Wylie.
Costs
Only ‘very specific patient groups’ are entitled to weight loss jabs on the NHS, and ‘privately, these medications are expensive, often over £200 a month.’
If you go private, it’s important to seriously whether you can afford to keep your prescription going for long enough to see results.
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Aligne’s new denim collection is here – and it’s all about fit, style and everyday cool
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It’s known as the ‘cool girl’ brand, and if there’s one thing ALIGNE knows how to do (and do really well), it’s denim.
It’s not just part of the collection – it’s the beating heart of the brand. After a string of sell-out styles that had fashion fans scrambling to get their hands on a pair, the team has spent the last 10 months behind the scenes, fine-tuning every stitch, seam and silhouette – so they are perfect for everybody (literally).
The result? A core denim range that’s as flattering as it is fashion-forward, if we do say so ourselves.
With five key shapes, each one designed to suit different moods, vibes, and body types – because let’s be honest, no two denim days are the same.
There’s the Loose Wide, for that effortlessly cool, borrowed-from-the-boys look. The Straight, a timeless classic that goes with literally everything. The Straight Flare, which gives a subtle nod to the ‘70s without going full disco.
Then there’s the Slim Flare – a personal fave of ALIGNE’s CEO, and for good reason. It hugs in all the right places and kicks out just enough to make a statement. And finally, the Skinny – because some silhouettes never go out of style.
Shop ALIGNE’s Top Denim Styles Here:
Low Rise Loose Wide-Leg Jeans
These relaxed, wide-leg jeans are crafted from 100% organic cotton denim and designed to sit low on the hips for an effortlessly cool look. Featuring a dramatic puddle-length hem, subtle whiskering, and a classic five-pocket design, they offer a true-to-size fit with a zip fly and button fastening.
High Rise Straight Leg Jeans
These high-rise, straight-leg jeans from ALIGNE's denim capsule are designed to gently skim the hips and thighs, offering a clean, structured silhouette. Made from 100% organic, rigid cotton denim with no stretch, they feature a classic five-pocket design, zip fly, and button fastening, and fit true to size.
Mid Rise Straight Flare Jeans
These classic straight-cut jeans feature a subtle flare and a relaxed fit through the thigh and knee for a flattering, easygoing silhouette. Made with just the right amount of stretch for all-day comfort, they come in a mid to high rise, with a five-pocket design, zip fly, and button fastening, and fit true to size.
Mid Rise Slim Flare Jeans
These slim flare jeans are designed to elongate the legs, offering a flattering silhouette with a comfortable mid-rise fit. Made from 99% organic cotton and 1% elastane, they provide just the right amount of stretch for ease of movement, and feature a classic five-pocket design with a zip fly and button fastening. They fit true to size for a sleek yet comfortable everyday style.
Mid Rise Skinny Jeans
Skinny jeans are making a comeback, and this iconic Y2K-inspired pair is a standout. Crafted from 99% organic cotton and 1% elastane, they hug the body from hip to ankle with added stretch for all-day comfort and flexibility. Featuring a mid-rise fit, classic five-pocket styling, and a zip fly with button fastening, they fit true to size.
Each pair has been crafted with the kind of attention to detail that makes you feel like they were made just for you. Think premium fabrics, perfected fits, and that elusive combo of comfort and structure that’s surprisingly hard to find in a pair of jeans.
Whether you’re dressing them up with a blazer and boots or keeping it casual with a tee and trainers, ALIGNE’s denim is designed to move with you – from weekday errands to weekend brunches and everything in between.
And ALIGNE isn’t just slaying denim when it comes to jeans, but dresses, shorts, tops and skirts too! All of which are easy to dress up and down – trust us. Our shopping expert has been filling her virtual basket with everything and anything ALIGNE – and very much has her eye on the Ariella Buttoned Denim Top for £79.
So, if your denim drawer is in need of a refresh, this is your sign. Trust us – your wardrobe (and your bum) will thank you.
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Sirens fashion: How Milly Alcock & Meghann Fahy have made me re-think my summer closet. Hey Hey.
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‘I think I’ve been stabbed.’
I didn’t think I’d utter those words, but in 2020, walking back to my nan’s house after her funeral, I was headed towards an underpass when three strangers appeared out of nowhere and attacked me.
There was a blow to the back of my head, then another to my back causing me to stumble forwards.
Luckily, I had enough of my wits about me to grab one of my attackers by the arm and shout: ‘What are you doing?’ but as quick as the assault started it was over. The three men ran away.
I started walking away again, dazed, dizzy and confused at what had just happened, assuming I’d been punched. And then I noticed my shirt.
What had been pristine white just moments before, was now soaked with blood.
From about the age of seven, my nan was my world.
Mum had left when I was a baby and dad was in and out of prison, so it wasn’t long before she stepped in to give my brother and I stability.
Nan tended to our every need: buying our school uniforms, cooking our meals and washing our clothes. She was a strong, resilient woman and the beating heart of our family.
So when she was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s in her eighties, it was hard to watch her slowly decline.
By that point I had a wife and two kids of my own and long moved out of my hometown, but I still made sure to check in often.
Sadly, in early 2020 I learned that she had cancer and wasn’t having treatment. She said she was ready to go.
Of course that didn’t make it any easier for us as a family when, in late February, she did indeed pass away – and it crushed me that I never quite made it to her bedside to say goodbye in time.
But I never could have imagined what would happen on the day of her funeral.
On March 27, 2020, five weeks after she passed and quite early into the first lockdown, 16 of us socially distanced in a church to say goodbye.
After, as we couldn’t have a traditional wake, a few of us (in our bubble) decided to go to Nan’s and raise a glass in her garden. I got dropped off at the shops, which were walking distance away, to pick up beer.
A simple, routine, task.
Instead, as I walked home, those three men turned what was already a bad day into the worst of my life.
After they’d scattered, a woman pulled up beside me in her car to ask if I was okay. That’s the last thing I really remember.
At one poin,t I was surrounded by paramedics and police. I could hear screaming, and I vaguely remember telling someone to tell my kids I love them.
In hospital, I can recall a doctor saying I had internal bleeding and that I was being rushed to surgery. As they wheeled me to an operating room, I caught a glimpse of my wife standing outside of A&E. I can only imagine how scared she must have been.
My first memory after waking up is seeing the scar down my stomach. I burst into tears.
Back then, I was pretty naive about knife crime. I thought it happened to certain people and only in certain parts of the country. It didn’t feel real or even possible that this could happen to me.
But as I now know, knife crime can happen to anyone, anywhere, at any time.
After calming me down, the doctors and police explained I’d been stabbed eight times: four times in the back (one of which had ruptured my spleen), twice in the head, once under my chest, and once under my arm.
I don’t think I properly processed any of this. Even after I went home, the numbness remained, but so did terror.
It didn’t matter that I was now miles away from where the attack had happened – I was terrified to leave the house, even someone knocking on the door unexpectedly was enough to make me panic.
Knife crime – the stats
England and Wales has seen an 80% increase in knife crime in the last 10 years. According to a study compiled up to June 2024, there have been 50,973 police-recorded offences involving a knife or sharp instrument.
The same study highlights that there have been 225 murders involving a knife or sharp instrument in England and Wales in the 12 months to June 2024, 78 of the victims were aged under 25, and 10 of the victims were aged under 16.
Kate Brooks, producer of Coronation Street, said: ‘It’s vitally important to shine a light on this topic, and really show the impact knife crime has on not only the victim and their loved ones, but also the wider community.
‘With the alarming statistics, we want to do anything we can as a show to combat this violent endemic. After watching this harrowing, but important story unfold, if one person thinks twice about bringing a knife to a fight, then we’ve achieved our aim to raise awareness.’
The Ben Kinsella Trust has been working closely with the show on the storyline. You can find more information and support on knife crime by visiting their website
Unsurprisingly, my mental health declined as a result, and at my lowest, I didn’t see the point in carrying on. I’ve only managed to learn how to navigate these feelings because of my wife and kids.
Even though it’s been five years since the attack, and at my wife’s urging, I underwent therapy, I still struggle with big crowds and aggressive behaviour because I’m always afraid it could happen again.
And sadly, that is a very real risk as, in the year ending March 2024, there were around 50,500 offences involving a sharp instrument in England and Wales. That’s an increase of 4.4% from the previous year.
Even more worryingly, according to the Office for National Statistics (ONS), 83% of homicide victims aged between 13 and 19 were killed with a sharp instrument in that same time period.
What more is it going to take for the Government to take this seriously?
Yes, the men who attacked me were all arrested, charged, and sentenced. However, they only received around seven or eight years’ jail time – it isn’t enough considering the scars and trauma I have been left with for a lifetime.
I just want to live a normal life. I don’t want to have to worry about my kids being stabbed or for them to have to worry about me being hurt again.
We must put an end to knife crime. Because if it can happen to me, it really can happen to anyone.
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