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1 March 2021 • 12:01am A hairdresser at work in Vienna, but April 12 is the earliest salons may open in England Credit: LISI NIESNER/REUTERS SIR – We are concerned that the fiscal impact of the Government’s lockdown measures on women is being overlooked. The virus has taken its toll on a great many people in Britain, but a significant number of female employers, entrepreneurs and employees are being affected – and the damage could take decades to repair. More women than men work in sec...

Credit: getty There is something special about the feeling that comes with discovering a beauty product which not only lives up to the promises on its packaging, but doesnt leave a dent in your pocket either. Pair that against a backdrop of economic mayhem - which saw GDP fall by 9.9 percent last year (the biggest fall in annual GDP since the Great Frost of 1709) and the fact that we have just about missed a double-dip recession - and you have an even bigger case for arming yourself with...

Britain is gearing up for a post-lockdown ‘fiesta in make-up and in fragrances’ not seen since the Roaring 1920s, according to style experts. L’Oreal, the world’s biggest make-up brand, predicts a post-pandemic sales bonanza when wearing lipstick will become ‘a symbol of returning to life’. That upbeat message was last night backed by fashion experts who claimed that lockdown-weary Brits are aching for the chance to dress up and socialise in safety again. L’Oreal, the world’s bi...

Being judgy has never been more vital... The 2021 Marie Claire UK Hair Awards are fast approaching and we have rounded up the troops to help us find the very best of the best in haircare. World-renowned stylists, colourists, hair experts, industry-pioneers and influencers will work alongside (digitally, of course) members of the Marie Claire  UK team to trial, test and award the best products on the market. With over 50 categories, from the best hair dryer and best dry shampoo, to best sust...

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December 21st 2020 / Melanie Macleod / 0 comment Dr Jo Ward nearly died from Covid, Katie Brindle became an unexpected influencer at 50 and Ruby Hammer discovered shed still got a long way to go when it came to banana bread. 10 experts share the highs and lows of their year If you’ve heard it once, you’ve heard it a thousand times – 2020 has been a year like no other. While our diaries may have emptied, our heads certainly havent. Its been a time for introspection and finding o...