Dyson’s ‘new’ €550 hair tool promises to deliver the perfect style for your hair type. Does it work?Simone Gannon: We put the Airwrap i.d. Multi-Styler and Dryer to the testFri Oct 25 2024 - 05:00
Simone Gannon: Four autumn fragrances to love this seasonRich, warm scents in beautiful bottles that leave a lasting impression on you and those around youFri Oct 18 2024 - 05:00
Simone Gannon: Blush is back in the spotlight and here are four of the bestFour foolproof formulas to freshen up your face. Think glow instead of greaseFri Oct 11 2024 - 05:00
This Irish beauty product wants to enhance your overall wellbeingThe rich texture of Cleanse Castor Oil from Ground Wellbeing, combined with the scent – a heady blend of cardamom, ginger, peppermint and fennel – creates an intense sensationFri Oct 04 2024 - 05:00
Six budget beauty products that far outperform their price pointBrilliantly formulated and a bargain at under €20 eachFri Sept 27 2024 - 05:00
Huda Beauty’s Easy Blur Foundation review: ‘My skin looked Photoshopped’Simone Gannon puts Huda Beauty’s newest foundation to the testFri Sept 20 2024 - 05:00
Victoria Beckham Beauty is (finally) available in Ireland. Here are the best products to tryChic, refined and definitely posh – this quietly luxurious brand is poised to shake up make-up bags across the countryFri Sept 13 2024 - 05:00
Simone Gannon: I’ve used one brand of mascara for more than seven years. Here’s whyFluttery, flawless and less than €20. What’s not to love?Fri Sept 06 2024 - 05:00
Simone Gannon: Four must-try Korean skincare productsGold standard of good skincare doesn’t require a splurgeFri Aug 30 2024 - 05:00
Simone Gannon: This new facial treatment at The Shelbourne is a mind-and-body experienceThere was an aspect that I can only describe as ‘smushing’ - it wasn’t unpleasant, just uniquely intenseFri Aug 23 2024 - 05:00
Simone Gannon: Three texture sprays I rely on to give my hair extra oomphSorry, I can’t hear you over the volume of my hairFri Aug 16 2024 - 05:00
Simone Gannon: The summer make-up collection I look forward to every yearChanel’s new collection features 14 pieces bursting with fantastical, mostly wearable coloursFri Aug 09 2024 - 05:00
Simone Gannon: The new beauty products I really rateCute pots of cream blush, a do-it-all face palette and moreFri Aug 02 2024 - 05:00
I tried a high-street mole scanning service: far from cheap but it beats long waiting lists to see a dermatologist Simone Gannon: Waiting lists to see a dermatologist in Ireland are long, sometimes extending to a year or more, even with a GP referral letter in handFri Jul 26 2024 - 05:00
Simone Gannon: Skincare essentials I’m packing for my summer holidaysThese lovely products will elevate your skin and your whole holiday experienceFri Jul 19 2024 - 05:30
Simone Gannon: A fuss-free face treatment that always makes me feel amazingBase Skin in Galway delivers a masterclass in customer service with bespoke treatments tailored to your skinFri Jul 12 2024 - 05:00
Simone Gannon: This Irish-brand eyeliner replaced all others in my make-up collectionIrish beauty brands are killing it. Here’s another one to have on your radarFri Jul 05 2024 - 05:00
Simone Gannon: Brilliant mini beauty products for summer getawaysBeat your baggage allowance by packing smarterFri Jun 28 2024 - 05:00
Simone Gannon’s verdict on Charlotte Tilbury’s new stick foundationGlow from the Unreal Skin Sheer Glow Tint Hydrating Foundation Stick is nothing short of obnoxious – it’s blindingFri Jun 21 2024 - 05:00
Simone Gannon: The affordable Irish haircare line that should be on your radar Salon-worthy results for less than €20, thanks to Andrew FitzsimonsFri Jun 14 2024 - 07:00
Multitasking beauty products to have on handTry these no-fuss reliable skincare and make-up products to achieve more with lessFri Jun 07 2024 - 05:00
The best cream, liquid and powder bronzers for summer A beauty goal synonymous with the summer season, sun-kissed, radiant skin owes much of its magic to bronzerFri May 31 2024 - 05:00
Simone Gannon: My picks for the best sunscreen for every skin typeIn addition to skin cancer, UV rays are the leading cause of premature ageing, specifically fine lines and wrinkles, and saggy, dull, leathery skinFri May 24 2024 - 05:00
Simone Gannon: My four top new beauty products for the seasonFour luxury beauty options to look at this weekFri May 17 2024 - 05:00
Simone Gannon: This is my long-standing favourite tinted moisturiser and I’m never without itThis is a must-have product thanks to its skin-first formula, gloriously glowy finish and impressive ingredientsFri May 10 2024 - 05:00
Simone Gannon: new fragrances to uplift, inspire and look pretty on the bathroom shelfScent-sational offerings inspired by Aran jumpers, summer holidays and universal feelingsFri May 03 2024 - 06:01
Hailey Bieber’s skincare line lives up to the hypeRhode’s thoughtful, uncomplicated, barrier-boosting formulas are a breath of fresh air and will fit easily into your existing routineFri Apr 26 2024 - 05:00
Simone Gannon: Four great lazy-girl tanning products. No mess, fuss, or tutorial-watching requiredLook no further for great tan products for a low-stress faux glowFri Apr 19 2024 - 05:00
This surprise Irish product makes natural-looking brows almost impossible to mess upA beauty essential, but often ignored, a good brow product can make all the difference to your lookFri Apr 12 2024 - 05:00
Simone Gannon: The dos and don’ts of washing your hair with clarifying shampoos Sometimes wrongly ignored, clarifying shampoos offer the cleanse your hair and scalp needsFri Apr 05 2024 - 05:00
Simone Gannon: Here’s how to avoid damaging your nails as badly as I did with a gel manicure At my polish removal appointment, it was apparent that all was not well with my nails. I was horrified, but unsure whether this was somewhat normalFri Mar 29 2024 - 05:00
Simone Gannon: My cut-out-and-keep guide to body care productsEarthly delights: A collection of products to suit most pockets and skin typesFri Mar 22 2024 - 05:00
Simone Gannon: Four products to keep your skin glowing and hydrated in changeable Irish weatherThe changeable nature of Irish weather isn’t easy on the skin, but these soothing products offer sure remediesFri Mar 15 2024 - 05:00
Simone Gannon: Great beauty products don’t have to be expensive. Here are six standouts under €20There are plenty of affordable options to help you achieve a flawless base, a defined brow or a glossy lipFri Mar 08 2024 - 05:45
Simone Gannon: Is Dyson’s new €500 hair tool worth the hefty price tag?New wet-to-dry hair straightener promises to take the stress out of styling, but it might stress your pocketFri Mar 01 2024 - 05:00
‘Crease-proof’ concealers don’t exist, but this product is one of the bestThis product offers a skin-first, silky-smooth formula. In a nutshell, it’s a joyFri Feb 23 2024 - 05:00
Scalpcare: The beauty trend that is here to staySimone Gannon: After years of being sidelined in our beauty routines, the health of our head is now front and centreFri Feb 16 2024 - 05:00
Simone Gannon: Four new make-up products with transformative powersLift your skin with these tricks of the lightFri Feb 09 2024 - 05:45
Simone Gannon: Full coverage make-up is out and light, glow-inducing tints are in - here are four of the bestSkincare meets makeup in low-maintenance, ultra-light formulas that deliver a wash of colour and a luminous, sheer finishFri Feb 02 2024 - 05:45
Simone Gannon: Can a ‘vampire facial’ really reverse ageing? Here’s how my experience went‘First, numbing cream is applied and left to work for 30 minutes, while blood is drawn from the arm. Usually, two vials are required’Fri Jan 26 2024 - 05:00
Simone Gannon: Three simple tips to bring your skin back to life in cold weatherSimone Gannon: More ceramides, less exfoliation and a little bit of slugging will rehydrate and restore the skin barrierFri Jan 19 2024 - 05:00
Simone Gannon: Three brilliant beauty products for a January pick-me-upThe new Irish Times beauty columnist opens her bathroom cabinet to reveal an assortment of excellent Irish brands, and high and low-end skincareFri Jan 12 2024 - 05:00
