Question I have very soft nails. Is there anyway I can strengthen them? Kim, via email. Answer In order to strengthen weak nails you need to start by keeping them short, rubbing lanolin in every day and keeping the cuticles pushed back so they grow strong from the base. Also, using a three-way buffer, use […]

Question: I want to dye my hair at home, but when I go to the chemist to by a colour I get really confused by what type of dye to buy? I’m a bit nervous about it because I don’t want to do something shocking to my hair! Please help! Kate, via email. Answer: Depending […]

Question: I have dark circles — not bags — under my eyes. Regarding make-up, what is the best way to conceal them? Which concealer should I use? Marie Answer: You need to invest in a pink-based concealer. Lancôme have a wonderful compact that you should look at. Also, any eye cream that contains Vitamin K […]

Question: How do I apply eyeliner on the bottom of my eyelash line without putting eyeliner in my eye? I have small eyes and can never seem to make the bottom part of my eyes look bigger. Help! Carol Answer: If you want your eyes to look bigger, avoid applying eyeshadow and eyeliner to the […]

Question: I am nearly 40 and have noticed the wrinkles on my face are quite pronounced. I don’t want Botox. Are there any products that can help me to reduce the signs of aging? Steph Answer: Yes, there are a number of different companies that have creams specifically designed to relax wrinkles. Avon has a […]

Question: I usually have good skin but when I have breakouts, I can’t seem to conceal them properly. What should I do? Ann Bui Answer: The best thing to use is a medicated concealer — I recommend the Bonne Bell one. I would also suggest that you invest in a range of skin care products […]

Question: It’s fine if you have time to use curling tongs, but what if you don’t? Is there a cream you can put in your hair that will make it curly? There are hair straightening products — are there hair curling products? Stephanie Ross Answer: Yes, there are a number of products you can use […]

Question Do you know the long term effect of bleaching the hair on ones face? Will it get thicker? Do I need to moisturise more? I would like to know more please. Lorraine, via email. Answer Bleaching your hair won’t cause it to get thicker, but it could irritate your skin and there is always […]

Question I’m a little confused about body exfoliants. Why use them? Do they actually do anything? Which one is the best to use on the body? And how do I use them? Sam, via email. Answer I hope I can assist in clearing up your confusion. Firstly, you need to exfoliate your body twice a […]

Question I’ve noticed with age that I have developed cracked heals. Is there anything that I can do to stop this from happening? Joan, via email. Answer Cracked, dry and/or calloused heels can generally be blamed on open backed sandals or slides. Cracks occur when the skin is too dry or too thick, so you […]