Sam McKnight: From window cleaner to the world’s most celebrated hair stylistMcKnight, who has styled everyone from Princess Diana to Kate Moss, is set to launch his hair brand in Ireland this monthFri Apr 14 2023 - 06:15
Galway perfumer Cloon Keen’s new candle is a masterclass in aestheticsLaura Kennedy: Cloon Keen has always been different. With its roster of personal and home fragrances, it should really be a bigger deal on the fragrance world stageFri Apr 07 2023 - 05:00
Make-up artist Bobbi Brown: ‘I have lines on my face and I’m okay with that’The beauty entrepreneur on ageing, conquering the industry for a second time and the Irish launch of new brand Jones RoadSat Apr 01 2023 - 05:00
Bronzer is back and it’s the key step in your spring makeupLaura Kennedy: Bronzer is a tickle of colour where the sun might leave its markFri Mar 24 2023 - 05:00
How to master spring skin with neutral finishes and flattering tonesLaura Kennedy: Spring make-up is generally both easier and more forgiving than its heavier, less subtle winter siblingFri Mar 17 2023 - 05:00
I test beauty products for a living. Here’s what I always repurchaseLaura Kennedy: From dry shampoo to mascara, these are the products I go back to again and againFri Mar 10 2023 - 05:00
The best skincare products for menLaura Kennedy: Gender-neutral brands offer effective skincare for all that’s not overly perfumedFri Mar 03 2023 - 05:00
Is the new ghd hair styling device worth €399?Laura Kennedy: The latest hair straightening tool from the brand belongs firmly in that ‘shockingly expensive’ categoryFri Feb 24 2023 - 05:00
Beauty: How to wear spring colour (even if you’re scared)Laura Kennedy: At this time of year, I feel an immense mood boost through wearing colourFri Feb 17 2023 - 05:00
The expert guide to changing your hair colour Sabrina Hill of Cork’s Kopper salon shares her top tips and aftercare adviceFri Feb 10 2023 - 05:00
Is your eye cream doing anything, and do you need one? Laura Kennedy: They can’t eliminate dark circles or reverse the ageing process, but the right eye cream will brighten and tightenLaura Kennedy: They can’t eliminate dark circles or reverse the ageing process, but the right eye cream will brighten and tightenFri Feb 03 2023 - 05:00
The easy, affordable routine to calm and balance your skinLaura Kennedy: Sometimes less is more. Give your skin a break from active ingredients with these deliciously bland productsFri Jan 27 2023 - 05:00
I’ve mastered the trick to applying this foundation, and never received as many compliments Jones Road’s What The Foundation went viral on TikTok, and for good reason, but it takes a while to figure outFri Jan 20 2023 - 05:00
Bargain beauty: 20 of the best budget buys for less than €20Laura Kennedy: If you’re on the hunt for affordable yet high-performing skincare, makeup and haircare products, look no furtherFri Jan 13 2023 - 05:00
Stress-free last-minute Christmas gifts for men, from €10 to €130Laura Kennedy rounds up the best beauty products to buy the man in your life, from €10 to €130Fri Dec 16 2022 - 05:00
‘Tis the season for a luxurious blow dry, and this salon is pure indulgenceLaura Kennedy: I floated out 30 minutes later with glossy, bouncy hair that held for three daysFri Dec 09 2022 - 05:00
The best eyeshadow palettes of 2022Make-up artist Lisa Eldridge has a new line of eye palettes, and they are simply beautifulFri Dec 09 2022 - 05:00
At this time of year, there’s no age limit on glitter Laura Kennedy: Ditch the beauty rules this party season and go full glam. If it makes you feel joyful, wear itFri Dec 02 2022 - 08:52
I’ve tested hundreds of hand creams, and this is the best oneLaura Kennedy: I want a single hand cream to serve all purposes, day and nightFri Nov 18 2022 - 11:06
How to cover a mammoth spot: prime, conceal twice and never, ever squeezeLaura Kennedy: Even beauty writers get spots. Here’s my fool-proof technique for concealing themFri Nov 11 2022 - 05:00
Caroline Hirons, beauty’s most influential woman, on Ireland, her success, and the power of honestyLaura Kennedy: At 52, Hirons’ career is at its zenith in an industry traditionally obsessed with youthFri Nov 04 2022 - 05:00
Special occasion make-up: The secret to a perfect, professional finish at homeLaura Kennedy: The right mask will give your skin a dewy plumpness that makes foundation sit and last betterFri Oct 28 2022 - 05:00
The best makeup brushes for a professional finishLaura Kennedy: Remember to keep them clean to get the right resultsFri Oct 21 2022 - 05:00
Laura Kennedy: The only powder that lives in my handbagThis product, used by a make-up artist, has converted meFri Oct 14 2022 - 13:00
No wipes, ever: How to cleanse sensitive skinKeep it simple, with warm water, a muslin cloth and a gentle cleanserFri Oct 07 2022 - 05:00
A transformative visit to the Dublin brow queenWhen I saw my friend’s perfect eyebrows I booked a flight home and an appointment with Kim O’SullivanFri Sept 30 2022 - 05:00
Laura Kennedy: It’s my forehead and I’ll Botox if I want toOpinion: No cream, serum, supplement or oil even comes close to its effects. But go to a qualified doctor, and don’t look for a discountFri Sept 23 2022 - 05:00
The one make-up primer that is really worth your moneyLaura Kennedy: Use this product under make-up for a buttery, soft-focus look which is incredibly flatteringFri Sept 16 2022 - 05:00
Retinol rules: How to use the most effective (and irritating) skincare ingredientRetinoids can be used to treat a range of skin issues, from acne and congestion to pigmentation, uneven texture and linesFri Sept 09 2022 - 05:00
The glow liquid skincare product that’s gone viral for a reasonLaura Kennedy: It’s time to give your make-up and skincare a seasonal resetFri Sept 02 2022 - 05:00
The autumn skincare reset: Give your skin a treat as the seasons changeLaura Kennedy: Skin conditions such as acne and eczema can be exacerbated by seasonal changeFri Aug 26 2022 - 05:00
As a beauty writer, these are the lipsticks I keep in my make-up bagLaura Kennedy: We can wear lipstick out to dinner again, or to the office. It’s a basic joy I deeply missed in recent yearsFri Aug 19 2022 - 05:00
Skincare in the sun: How to tackle post-sun pigmentationLaura Kennedy: SPF is the essential basic to prevent sun damage, but these products will help fade pigmentation over timeFri Aug 12 2022 - 05:00
Wedding guest beauty: How to get a pro body glowLaura Kennedy: If your skin is on show, your face and body should match in both shade and finishFri Aug 05 2022 - 05:00
The perfect bedtime shower routine to cool you down in summerLaura Kennedy: Your evening beauty regime should soothe skin and keep it moisturised without stickinessMon Aug 01 2022 - 05:00
How to keep make-up fresh on a warm summer’s dayLaura Kennedy: Nothing will keep your base in place on a hot day like primerFri Jul 22 2022 - 06:00
How to save your blond hair from summer damage With proper care you can keep your tresses in good condition and safe from sun, sea and chlorineFri Jul 15 2022 - 06:00
The best scented candles for the summer seasonMy mother’s house always smelt beautifully of something-or-other burning gently on the coffee tableFri Jul 08 2022 - 06:00
How to make your eye make-up stay put in hot weatherHere’s how to stop your eye look going from realist at breakfast to impressionist by lunchFri Jul 01 2022 - 06:00
Scent of summer: The best perfumes to buy nowAt this time of year, fragrances should be fruitier, lighter and more playfulFri Jun 24 2022 - 00:00
The best foundations to make your skin sing this summerFor plump, radiant summer skin, you need a sheer formula and light reflectionFri Jun 17 2022 - 06:00
The luxury summer bronzers for every skin toneA good bronzer will veil skin with a peachy glow that looks like real sunFri Jun 10 2022 - 06:00
Five low-effort beauty products to bring on holidayA facial SPF with a glowing finish, a foundation, colour product, hair cream and perfumeFri May 27 2022 - 06:00
Period Face: the dermatologist’s advice on ‘the big spot’Resist the urge to pick, and use these products insteadWed May 25 2022 - 10:45
The best bridal beauty for this summer wedding seasonYou want lasting formulations but flattering, forgiving textures for your big dayFri May 20 2022 - 06:00
The best spring beauty products under €20Great value foot peel treatments, lip balms, serums and SPFsFri May 13 2022 - 06:00
The affordable haircare brand for a supermodel blow dryHairdresser Adam Reed has worked on famous heads from Madonna’s to Diane Kruger’sFri May 06 2022 - 06:00
Four of the best cleansers for face and bodyTaking your make-up off doesn’t have to be a chore, it can feel gloriousFri Apr 29 2022 - 06:00
Have you got a rash that won’t clear? It may not be what you thinkA goatee-like rash around the mouth, chin and nose may be perioral dermatitisFri Apr 22 2022 - 06:00
The best SPFs for under make-upSome sun protection creams will act like a primer, others won’t interfere with your foundationFri Apr 15 2022 - 00:00