Peppermint Oil
Other than being minty fresh, peppermint oil is one of the world’s oldest medicines. A couple of drops in water, drunk after a meal, can help prevent indigestion and ease...
High fliers
With summer finally here, it’s time to start thinking about that break. But why wait until you reach your destination to enjoy some hard-earned pampering? These products...
Medicinal garden
Last week in homage to Chelsea I started on the topic of how to start your own medicinal garden, which I think sounds rather grand. But in reality it can be as simple as a...
Different types of...
The sensation of fear is often associated with a tremor – which is bad news for nervous musicians as it can play havoc with their technique. The remedy, as many will know,...
Luxe living
When it comes to cosmetics, price does not always correlate with quality. My grandmother has used little more than Pond’s Institute Cold Cream for a lifetime which,...
Vitamin D
Mainstream medicine has always taken a dim view of the popular enthusiasm for taking vitamin supplements on the grounds that there is more than enough of these vital...
Lipso facto
Whether you’re a fan of statement shades or sheer shine, these products will ensure your lips speak for themselves… Click to see full...
Spa Break Offer
Armathwaite Hall Country House Hotel is a luxury hotel with a large contemporary spa, set in the secluded splendour of 400 acres of deer park and woodland, bordered by...
The Great Cover Up
Even with the most fastidious skincare routine, sometimes your complexion needs a little extra help. Whether it’s tell-tale under-eye shadows, pesky age spots or stubborn...
Daily tip from the lady archive
“HEAVEN forbid that we should go back to the days when beauty was under suspicion and plain girls were assumed to have angelic natures.”
The Lady. With Prejudice. 28th April 1938


















