
Caroline Hirons on how to tell whether your skin is dry, dehydrated (or both)
Skin care oracle - and newly published author - Caroline Hirons has compiled a bible for beauty beginners, as well as those already fluent in ‘skin care'. For a taste of the topics (and signature tone) of her brilliant tome, read on for a typically brilliant snippet

Ingredient in focus: hyaluronic acid
Hyaluronic acid is an important component of skin, produced by fibroplasts to retain moisture, provide cushioning, assist repair and support skin's 'scaffolding'. Find out how to get your daily dose

How to get rid of pores on your legs
Get your pins in peak condition for party season with our guide to minimising unsightly englarged pores and 'strawberry' speckles