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DIY Sunscreen Recipe for Fun in the Sun – Vegan Beauty Review | Vegan and Cruelty-Free Beauty, Fashion, Food, and Lifestyle : Vegan Beauty Review

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Hey there, sun lovers! Summer is here, and it’s time to bask in the warm glow of the great outdoors. But before we grab our shades, flip-flops, and gigantor sun hats, let’s talk sunscreen! We all know how crucial it is to protect our skin from harmful UV rays, and there are so many spf’s to choose from (seriously, where do we even begin!?)… but what if we make our own dang sunscreen?

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Why DIY Sunscreen?

First off, why go the DIY route? Well, making your own sunscreen means you know exactly what’s going into it—no mysterious chemicals or tongue-twisting ingredients. Plus, it’s a fun project that you can customize to suit your skin’s needs. And let’s be honest, telling people you make your own sunscreen is pretty dang cool!

What You’ll Need

Before we get started, let’s gather our ingredients.

  • 1/2 cup coconut oil: Because who doesn’t want to smell like a tropical paradise?
  • 1/4 cup shea butter: Smooth as butter, literally.
  • 1/4 cup candelilla wax pellets: To keep things nice and solid (just like your resolve to avoid sunburn).
  • 2 tablespoons non-nano zinc oxide: The secret sauce for sun protection. Make sure it’s non-nano so it doesn’t absorb into your skin.
  • 10 drops of carrot seed oil: Packed with natural SPF.
  • 10 drops of raspberry seed oil: Another SPF superstar.
  • Optional: Essential oils for fragrance: Lavender, eucalyptus, or whatever tickles your fancy.

The Fun Part: Making Your Sunscreen

  1. Melt the Base: In a double boiler (or a heatproof bowl over a pot of simmering water), combine the coconut oil, shea butter, and candelilla wax. Stir occasionally until everything is melted and well-blended. Try not to get too mesmerized by the melting magic!
  2. Cool It Down: Once everything is melted, remove the mixture from heat and let it cool for a few minutes. We don’t want it to solidify, just cool enough to add our superstar ingredients.
  3. Mix in the Magic: Stir in the zinc oxide, carrot seed oil, and raspberry seed oil. Be careful with the zinc oxide—avoid inhaling the powder. It’s powerful, but it’s not meant for your lungs!
  4. Add Some Fragrance: If you’re feeling fancy, now’s the time to add a few drops of your favorite essential oils. Think of it as customizing your sunscreen’s personality.
  5. Pour and Chill: Pour the mixture into a glass jar or tin and let it cool completely. You can speed up the process by popping it in the fridge if you’re in a hurry to hit the beach.

Applying Your Sunscreen

Now that you have your very own homemade sunscreen, it’s time to apply it. Scoop out a small amount and rub it onto your skin. Remember, a little goes a long way! And don’t forget those often-missed spots like the tops of your ears, back of your neck, and your nose. Your skin will thank you for the TLC!

A Few Notes

  • Test It Out: Everyone’s skin is different, so do a patch test to make sure your skin loves your new creation as much as you do.
  • Reapply Often: Just like store-bought sunscreen, you’ll need to reapply every couple of hours, especially if you’re swimming or sweating.
  • Storage: Keep your sunscreen in a cool, dry place. If it gets too warm, it might melt, but don’t worry—just pop it back in the fridge to solidify.

Embrace the Sunshine!

Congratulations, you’ve just made your very own sunscreen! Now you can enjoy the sun knowing you’ve got a layer of natural protection on your side. Whether you’re hitting the beach, hiking a trail, or just lounging in your backyard, your skin is covered—literally. Cheers to sunny days and happy skin! 🌞🏖️🌿

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44 Mystery Movies & TV Shows To Binge This Twixmas

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44 Mystery Movies & TV Shows To Binge This Twixmas

Who doesn’t love a good detective? Mystery movies have had their fair share of epic sleuths, from Scooby-Doo (it’s a fact) right the way to the king of the tash, Poirot!

There’s something about a good mystery movie that we all love – and in a strange way, is comforting. Maybe it’s because we all love to play armchair detective, donning our best sleuth personas and desperately trying to figure out the whodunnit before the grand reveal (we’re normally always wrong!). Or maybe we all just love being on the edge of our seats, letting ourselves be totally immersed in the twist and turns of a mind-bending plot for a few hours.

Whether it’s a recent masterpiece such as The Menu, Bodies, Bodies, Bodies and Aubrey Plaza’s Emily the Criminal or Hitchcock’s classic masterpiece Rear Windowor nail-biting A-list packed thrillers such as Widows (Viola Davis can do no wrong), we just can’t get enough of an enthralling mystery flick. And you know what? Mysteries can also be comedies – for example, the 2020 flick, The Lovebirds! A Simple Favour starring Anna Kendrick and Blake Lively (what a duo, right?), is also a more light-hearted watch about a woman whose best friend suddenly disappears – and we’re still not over the sequel, which came out earlier this year.

We also love modern classics, such as the 2009 film adaption of Dan Brown’s bestselling novel Angel and Demonswhich sees professor Robert Langdon (Tom Hanks) following a trail of ancient symbols to prevent the Illuminati’s deadly plot against Vatican City. Or the 2003 movie The Life of David Galewhich centres around a respected death penalty opponent who finds himself on Death Row. Three days before his scheduled execution, he agrees to give an exclusive interview to reporter Bitsey Bloom (Kate Winslet).

Following the success of mystery movies, The Girl on a Train and Gone Girl, we also have the movie full of suspense, Woman In The Window. Amy Adams stars as New York agoraphobic Dr. Anna Fox, who witnesses something she shouldn’t while keeping tabs on the Russell family who live across the street. Soon she realises there is plenty beneath the surface with the “perfect” neighbourhood family.

If that’s not enough for you, here is Glamour UK‘s list of the best mystery movies and TV series – happy sofa sleuthing!

17 Hip Stretches Your Body Really Needs

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17 Hip Stretches Your Body Really Needs

You also have hip adductor muscles (which include your pectineus, adductor longus, and adductor brevis) on the inside of your thigh, and hip abductor muscles (your side butt muscles, like the gluteus medius and gluteus minimus, as well as your tensor fasciae latae) on the outside. When you move your legs out to the side—say, if you’re doing a lateral lunge—your hip abductors are firing; when you bring them in, like when you hop your feet back to center in a jumping jack, your hip adductors are working. You can also consider your gluteus maximus (the largest muscle in your butt) part of this area too; it plays a role when you do pretty much any move that requires hip extension, like a glute bridge or deadlift.

While your butt muscles have different functions than your hip flexors, they also tend to work in tandem with them. That’s why some of the best stretches for hips target those surrounding muscles as well.

What’s the problem with tight hips?

Tight hips don’t just create problems in your hips; they can impact functioning (and lead to aches and pains) in a bunch of other body parts, too. That’s why addressing hip tightness is so important and impactful.

Specifically, tight hip flexors make it harder for your pelvis to rotate properly during exercise and everyday movements, which can cause your lower back to overcompensate, Teo Mendez, MD, an orthopedic surgeon at NY Orthopedics who focuses on sports-related injuries, musculoskeletal injuries, and arthritis, tells SELF. “This can be a setup for lower-back injury,” Dr. Mendez says. In fact, Dr. Herzberg notes that tight hips are often the reason people feel like they’ve strained or “thrown out” their back when squatting.

Too much tightness in your hips can also make it harder for your glutes to activate. Here’s why: They’re opposing muscle groups, so when one is really tight, the other becomes lengthened—which reduces its ability to contract. “Strong, powerful glutes create the anchor for your entire pelvis,” California-based trainer Holly Perkins, CSCS, tells SELF. So when they’re lengthened and compromised, it can throw off your body alignment and form, making your workouts less efficient and even potentially increasing your risk of injury, Perkins says. (For example, you may become more quad-dominant, which can weaken your hamstrings and even affect your knees, she explains.)

The takeover of Kering Beauté by L’Oréal, symbol of the boom in mergers in 2025

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The takeover of Kering Beauté by L’Oréal, symbol of the boom in mergers in 2025

Despite a protracted political crisis around the budget and the French deficit, the year 2025 was also that of very ambitious announcements at the level of large companies. In total, the amount of operations announced in France in 2025 should be around 91 billion eurosaccording to an estimate from Bain & Company, which would mean growth of 12% in one year.

Certainly, “we are in a complicated situation”, reminds AFP Emmanuel Goldstein, general manager of the French subsidiary of the Morgan Stanley bankvery influential in the sector. But “companies do not necessarily postpone their operations”, especially if they are “strategic”, he notes, as was the sale by Kering (parent company of Gucci) of its beauty division to L’Oréal for 4 billion euros.

Other megamergers announced this year in France, that of European satellites between Airbus, Thales and Leonardo or the joint offer of 17 billion euros for the takeover of the telecom operator SFR. “It’s not a shot like in 2021, but it’s working,” comments Emmanuel Goldstein.

“Many French companies have found a healthy balance sheet and are buying”, also analyzes Arnaud Leroi, of Bain & Company.

Overseas investments

The political crisis would not, however, be without consequences. According to several experts in merger and acquisition operations, the unpredictability of the executive deters certain companies from investing in highly regulated sectors (such as energy or medical), whose profitability could be threatened by unfavorable legislative developments.

Furthermore, there is a “risk reduction movement” of French companies “towards abroad”, that is to say through the acquisition of stakes in companies outside France, observes Arnaud Leroi. Thus, at the end of November, French companies announced acquisitions of around 78 billion euros of foreign companies, compared to 41 billion euros for the acquisition of French companiesaccording to figures from Bain & Company.

And conversely, merger and acquisition operations initiated by foreign investors targeting French companies represented around 16 billion euros. “The attractiveness” of French companies for foreign investors “has not improved,” Arnaud Leroi modestly acknowledges.

37% growth

Globally, 2025 was also a good year for mergers and acquisitions.

Certainly, the year has had a roller coaster ride. “The rebound at the start of the year was stopped dead by the announcement of American customs duties in the spring,” observes Céline Méchain at Goldman Sachsanother very important bank in the sector. But the restart from this summer was very conclusive, so much so that the total volume of mergers and acquisitions operations announced ($4,254 billion) at the end of November is 36% higher than that of 2024, according to the American bank.

With the two giant offers for Warner Bros at the end of the year, interest was primarily focused on the media and technology sector (21% of operations according to Goldman Sachs). This is also evidenced by the purchase of the American video game publisher Electronic Arts (EA) by a consortium of investment funds for $55 billion or SoftBank’s $30 billion investment in OpenAI.

The infrastructure and industry sectors (20% of operations) are hot on its heels, with notably, in American rail freight, the attempted takeover of Norfolk Southern by its competitor Union Pacific for $85 billion.

As for the year 2026, at the global level, it could mark a new growth in merger and acquisition operations, “as long as central banks continue to lower their interest rates” in order to facilitate financing, judges Arnaud Leroi of Bain & Company.

How to Color Match Foundation Like a Pro – Glo Skin Beauty

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How to Color Match Foundation Like a Pro – Glo Skin Beauty

Finding the perfect foundation color match can be tricky. From shades to undertones, plus finding the right finish and texture, it can be hard to know which foundation formula to try. Whether warm, cool, or neutral, figuring out where your skin sits on the shade spectrum will help you find a foundation and finish that’s right for your complexion. And, that’s why we’ve created our easy-to-use Shade Finder Quiz. Answer a few simple questions and find your foundation match.

How to Swatch Foundation

Finding your best foundation match starts with where you apply it. Swatching on your wrist or hand can throw off the true color. Instead, use your jawline, neck, or chest for a more accurate match across your face and skin tone.

Pro Tips:

  • Swatch the jawline: This area shows how a foundation shade blends with your skin tone for a seamless look.

  • Compare 2–3 shades: Place them side-by-side to better spot subtle differences.

  • Check in natural light: Lighting impacts how your foundation match appears.

  • Wait a minute: Let the formula settle before choosing your shade.

Before swatching or applying any foundation, prepping your skin can make a big difference in how the formula looks and lasts. If you’re wondering what does makeup primer do, it helps create a smoother canvas, enhances blendability, and extends the wear of your makeup—especially for mineral foundations.

To help guide you in finding your ideal color match, this foundation color matching chart will also help you narrow in on the Glo Skin Beauty foundation shades that could work for your complexion.

When looking for your perfect foundation, taking into consideration your skin type can also help narrow things down.

Pressed Base

• For Customizable Coverage: Pressed Base

Perfect for all skin types, even sensitive and dry, this antioxidant pressed powder is a bestseller for good reason. It’s also great for post-procedure touch-ups, targeting and covering up redness.

Pressed Base is one of our best-selling mineral foundations, known for its breathable feel and buildable coverage. If you’ve ever wondered exactly what is mineral makeup, this formula is a great example. It enhances your skin without feeling heavy or cakey.

Luminous Liquid Foundation SPF 18

• For Radiant Coverage: Luminous Liquid Foundation SPF 18

For dry skin, we recommend any of our creamier foundations such as Luminous Liquid Foundation SPF 18 if you’re looking for a light to medium, radiant coverage.

Satin Cream Foundation

• For Full Coverage: Satin Cream Foundation

Take things up a level with this rich, creamy Satin Cream Foundation and customize your coverage.

HD Mineral Foundation Stick

• For Buildable Coverage: HD Mineral Foundation Stick

A multitasking foundation stick, this will be your go-to for all skin types with buildable, creamy coverage.

C-Shield Anti-Pollution Moisture Tint

• For a SPF-Powered Tint: C-Shield Anti-Pollution Moisture Tint

This flexible tint delivers weightless wearability for a sheer, dewy, radiant finish in skincare, sunscreen, and mineral makeup. It is powered by reef-safe SPF and natural mineral pigments.

You might want to try a combination of a cream such as C-Shield Anti-Pollution Moisture Tint with Pressed Base layered on top to mattify and boost coverage.

Powder and oil-free foundations are great for oily skin types. Pressed Base is a must-try and a bestseller for good reason, offering soothing, buildable coverage from light to full.

And, because C-Shield Anti-Pollution Moisture Tint is oil-free and lightweight, it’s suitable for oily skin and provides a sunscreen base. If the finish feels too dewy for your skin, add a layer of Pressed Base to mattify.

Seasonal Shade Switching: Why Your Match Changes

Your foundation match may shift as your skin tone changes with the seasons. Sun exposure, cooler weather, and skincare routines can all affect your color.

  • Summer vs. winter: Expect a deeper shade in summer and a lighter match in winter.

  • Skincare impact: Retinol and exfoliants can lighten or even out skin over time.

  • Easy adjustments: Mix two foundation shades and layer with powder or cream bronze to create your ideal look.

Matching Your Concealer to Your Foundation

Perfecting your face starts with more than just a great foundation match; concealer plays a key role, too. The right shade and undertone create a natural, flawless look.

  • Under-eyes: Go 1–2 shades lighter to brighten dark areas.

  • Blemishes: Use the same foundation shade to cover redness and imperfections.

  • Dark circles: Choose a neutral or peachy tone to correct skin discoloration.

  • Application tip: Apply foundation first, then concealer.

Find Your Match

A perfect foundation match enhances your natural skin tone and elevates your entire look. Understanding your undertone, adjusting for seasonal changes, and using the right formula creates seamless, skin-first results.

At Glo Skin Beauty, every foundation shade is clinically tested and derm-approved, designed to deliver skin-nourishing, high-performance makeup results.

Take our Shade Finder Quiz, explore our clean foundations, and find the best match for your face, skin, and lifestyle.

Take Shade Finder Quiz Now »

Is This The Best Shampoo For Thinning Hair?

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Is This The Best Shampoo For Thinning Hair?

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We all lose few hair strands a day. But if losing more than 100 strands per day has become norm in your life then you need to invest in a good shampoo for thinning hair problem.

Finding the right shampoo to tackle these concerns can feel like a challenge and seem too good to be true. But today, I have a shampoo that will help with your thinning hair, severe hair fall and even dryness concerns. Meet the More Hair Naturally Triple Stem Cell Shampooa groundbreaking solution designed to strengthen your hair, reduce hair fall, and promote healthier growth—all while being gentle and natural.

Why You Should Choose More Hair Naturally Triple Stem Cell Shampoo for Thinning?

This shampoo is formulated specifically to target for thinning hair concerns. Packed with natural stem cells and hand picked botanical extracts, it revitalizes your scalp and strengthens each strand, promoting faster hair regrowth and gives you fuller hair. Let’s look at its ingredients list and you will understand why am I so impressed with its formulation.

  • Ginseng: Ginseng is known for improving hair growth by stimulating scalp circulation.(1)
  • Argan: Argan is well known to nourish and repair damaged hair.(2)
  • Bamboo: Strengthens hair and improves elasticity, reducing breakage.(3)
  • Sunflower and Sweet Almond: Provide deep nourishment and hydration.(4)
  • Wild Cherry Bark: Soothes the scalp and supports healthy hair growth.
  • Coconut Extract: Enhances moisture retention and strengthens hair.(5)
  • Quinoa, Kale, Carrot, and Rice Proteins: Fortify hair and prevent thinning.(6),(7),(8)
  • Meadowfoam: Locks in moisture and adds a healthy shine.(9)
  • Aloe Vera: Aloe vera and its extracts are well known for its nourishing and hydrating properties. It also helps soothe your itchy scalp creating the perfect environment for healthy hair growth.(10)
  • Free from Harsh Chemicals: No Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, Parabens, or Propylene Glycol—so your hair is cared for gently and naturally.

If you have ever been on this beauty blog before, you know how much I prefer keeping it natural and using products that are more inclined toward combination of natural ingredients. And this shampoo for thinning hair does exactly that while targeting your hair fall problem from its root cause.

Who Can Use This Shampoo?

The More Hair Naturally Triple Stem Cell Shampoo for thinning hair is perfect for:

  • Men and women experiencing thinning hair or hair fall.
  • Those with dry, damaged, or chemically treated hair.
  • Anyone looking for a gentle, vegan, and eco-friendly hair care solution.

How To Use More Hair Naturally Triple Stem Cell Shampoo For Best Results?

  1. Apply a small amount to wet hair and gently massage into your scalp.
  2. Rinse thoroughly.
  3. Use daily or as part of your regular hair care routine for noticeable results.

What Makes It Different From Other Shampoos On The Market?

Unlike other shampoos, this formula contains no added watermaking it highly concentrated and effective. Each bottle is packed with potent, natural ingredients that focus on scalp health and hair strength. If you wish to try it out, I have shared a link below with you.

Check The Shampoo Here

If you’re looking for the best shampoo to control hair fall and combat thinning hair, the More Hair Naturally Triple Stem Cell Shampoo is your answer. Backed by science and nature, it’s a must-have for anyone dealing with severe hair fall or thinning hair.

Over To You

While using a good shampoo for thinning hair can definitely help you but you also need to keep in mind that you alter your hair care routine, use rosemary essential oil along with hair oil that suits your hair type, fenugreek hair rinse, take care of your diet, minimize intake of foods that cause hair loss and check out these tips to regrow new hair in 3 weeks.

Have a lovely day!

LAMAV’s 2025 Christmas Gift Guide Thoughtfully Selected Festive Gifts

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LAMAV’s 2025 Christmas Gift Guide Thoughtfully Selected Festive Gifts

The season of giving is here — and there’s no better time to celebrate the spirit of conscious beauty. Whether you’re shopping for loved ones or treating yourself, LAMAV’s Christmas Gift Guide makes it easy to find something thoughtful, luxurious, and kind to both skin and planet.

From indulgent self-care rituals to everyday skincare essentials, every LAMAV gift is carefully crafted using certified organic ingredients, Ayurvedic principles, and proven bio-actives to deliver radiant results.

Explore our curated edit of holiday gifts, organised by price, and discover the perfect present for every skincare lover on your list.

Gifts Under $30: Conscious Beauty, Thoughtfully Affordable

LAMAV Vitamin C Hand Cream

A small yet winning stocking stuffer, LAMAV’s Vitamin C Hand Cream is the perfect way to share a little everyday luxury. This nourishing hand treatment blends Vitamin C with CoQ10 to deeply hydrate, brighten, and protect hands from dryness — especially during the festive season.

Fast-absorbing and non-greasy, it leaves skin silky smooth while helping to fade pigmentation and improve overall tone. Packaged in a convenient tube, it’s a handbag and bedside hero that brings a touch of indulgence to every moment.

Perfect for: Your bestie, the kids teachers, Work Colleagues, Nan or anyone who deserves soft, glowing hands this Christmas.

LAMAV Garshana Dry Body Brush

Give the gift of radiant skin and daily rejuvenation with LAMAV’s Garshana Dry Body Brush. Rooted in ancient Ayurvedic tradition, dry body brushing is known to stimulate circulation, detoxify, and awaken the skin. This fast yet effective morning ritual encourages self care in just 5 minutes prior to your morning shower.

Crafted from natural fibres, this eco-friendly brush gently exfoliates while encouraging lymphatic drainage — leaving the body feeling energised, smooth, and glowing every day.

Perfect for: Wellness enthusiasts, siblings who have it all or anyone seeking a simple at-home ritual for brighter, healthier-looking skin.

Gifts Under $50: Everyday Luxury Essentials

Glow on the Go Tanning Bundle

For those who love a healthy, sun-kissed glow year-round, the Glow on the Go Tanning Bundle is a festive must-have. This duo features LAMAV’s best-selling Self-Tan Mist and Tan Application Mitt, delivering a seamless, streak-free glow from top to toe.

Infused with Aloe Vera and natural DHA, this quick dry tan nourishes the skin while delivering a radiant bronze tone — no sun required. It’s the perfect pre-party ritual or confidence-boosting pick-me-up for the holidays.

Perfect for: Teens and beauty lovers who adore a glowing complexion without the sun damage. This gift pack is also great for anyone heading off on a summer getaway.

Ayurvedic Body Oil – Uplift

Indulge the senses with this deeply hydrating, aromatic body oil inspired by traditional Ayurvedic self-care rituals. LAMAV’s Ayurvedic Body Oil – Uplift is formulated with a blend of blue tansy, ylang ylang, rose geranium and bergamot for a refreshing and mood-enhancing scent profile that energises the body and mind.

This  oil melts beautifully into the skin, leaving it soft, supple, and delicately scented. It’s ideal for daily self-massage (Abhyanga), a mindful ritual that nourishes both skin and spirit.

Perfect for: Tired mums, busy business owners and self-care enthusiasts. Anyone in need of a calming at-home self care ritual this festive season will be so grateful for this thoughtful gift.

Gifts Under $60: Beauty Tools for Everyday Radiance

Gua Sha & Roller Set

Gift the ultimate at-home facial experience with LAMAV’s Multi-Award Winning Gua Sha & Roller Set. Crafted from natural rose quartz, this elegant duo promotes circulation, helps reduce puffiness, and supports lymphatic drainage — leaving the complexion lifted and radiant.

When used with your favourite LAMAV serum or facial oil, these tools enhance absorption and create a calming ritual of self-love meets skin care. The Gua Sha’s sculpting edge helps define facial contours, while the roller provides a soothing, cooling effect.

Perfect for: Friends and Family who are hard to buy for, Skincare enthusiasts who have it all, and anyone who needs some self-care encouragement. Think – Sister, Mum and friends.

Micro Dermal Roller

Bring professional-grade skincare home with LAMAV’s Micro Dermal Roller. This gentle skin needling tool supports skin renewal and collagen production, helping to refine texture and improve the absorption of active ingredients.

Used consistently, it may help to smooth fine lines, enhance elasticity, and reveal a more youthful-looking glow — a gift that keeps on giving long after the holidays are over.

Perfect for: skincare devotees who love innovative, results-driven beauty tools (including yourself!)

Micro Derma Roller LYING

Gifts Under $75: Indulgent Rituals for Head-to-Toe Radiance

Full Body Bliss Pack

Treat someone special to a complete self-care experience with LAMAV’s Full Body Bliss Pack. Featuring a combination of LAMAV’s body care bestsellers, this luxurious bundle is designed to relieve muscle tension, hydrate, and nourish for glowing, radiant skin. The multi-award winning Nourish Ayurvedic Body Oil inspires self care while delivering radiant skin health benefits and the sustainable body gua sha delivers a self massage like no other – gliding effortlessly over the skin to relieve tired muscle tension and encourage detoxification.

It’s the perfect way to elevate an everyday shower routine into a mindful beauty ritual — ideal for anyone who deserves a little “me time” this Christmas.

Discovery Packs

For those new to LAMAV or looking to explore new skincare rituals, the Discovery Packs offer a beautifully curated introduction to LAMAV’s award-winning organic skincare ranges.

Each pack is tailored to specific skin concerns — from age defence to hydration — and features a complete mini routine to help achieve visible, radiant results.

Perfect for: Skincare beginners, travellers, or anyone curious about trying LAMAV’s certified organic range.

Gifts Under $100: Transformative Tools & Teen Essentials

Ayurvedic Kansa Wand

Inspired by Ayurvedic healing traditions, LAMAV’s Award winning Ayurvedic Kansa Wand is the ultimate self-care tool for skin and soul. Made with sustainable teak wood and a pure bronze dome, it balances skin’s pH levels, stimulates lymphatic flow, and promotes a youthful glow.

Used with LAMAV’s face oils, the wand glides smoothly over the skin to release tension, enhance circulation, and restore natural radiance. It’s both therapeutic and deeply rejuvenating — a luxurious gift for the mindful beauty lover.

Perfect for: Anyone seeking a grounding, holistic skincare ritual rooted in ancient wisdom.

Teen Clear Complexion Kit

Give the gift of confidence with the Teen Clear Complexion Kit, designed to help young skin look and feel its best. This gentle yet effective set includes natural, science-backed formulas to balance oil, reduce breakouts, and promote clear, healthy skin.

Made with organic ingredients and free from harsh chemicals, it’s the ideal introduction to clean beauty for teens starting their skincare journey.

Perfect for: Teens who are ready to build a simple, effective skincare routine that promotes healthy, radiant skin.

Celebrate Conscious Beauty This Christmas

Every LAMAV gift tells a story — of nature, science, and self-love. Whether it’s a stocking stuffer, a self-care ritual, or a complete skincare transformation, these thoughtfully selected gifts invite your loved ones to experience the beauty of clean, conscious living.

This festive season, share the gift of radiant skin and mindful luxury with LAMAV.

This Is the Exact Tool Hailey Bieber Uses for Her Bouncy Lob

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This Is the Exact Tool Hailey Bieber Uses for Her Bouncy Lob

Key Takeaways

  • Hailey Bieber shared a TikTok where she laid out her new flippy lob styling routine.
  • We found the exact thermal round brush that she uses to get those bouncy ends: Mane’s It’s Giving Body Large Hot Thermal Round Brush.
  • Her stylist, Justine Marjan, also offered details on the cut.

If you’re ever feeling particularly down, it can be nice to remind yourself of your accomplishments and talents. I personally like to think about the time I won a kindergarten art contest and the fact that I can identify a Rhode Pocket Blush shade in seconds

Then, you’ll start to remember what else you can do and feel pretty good about yourself. As it turns out, my Hailey Bieber beauty sleuthing talents also extend to hair tools. In case you were wondering, the hero of her new flippy lob routine is Mane’s It’s Giving Body Large Hot Thermal Round Brush. That cute glowing blue power button (the brand’s tagline is Easy Beauty for the Cuties, after all) gives it away.

Hailey Bieber’s Flippy Lob Routine

In a TikTok posted Thursday, December 18 and aptly captioned “flippy hair and a lip,” Bieber showed fans how she gets her new haircut so, well, flippy.

To start, the 29-year-old dried her freshly washed hair with an attachment-less Dyson Airwrap. (My favorite way to go about it!! A Supersonic is on my list this year too, girl.) Then, she grabbed her Mane Brush and began working it through her hair section by section, rolling most of her pieces toward her so her ends flipped outward when they fell. Every so often, she’d work in a flip the other way (rolled away from her, so they curved inward) to add some cool-girl coded variability.

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After spraying a few products in (it’s hard to see, but I think she’s using Not Your Mother’s Clean Freak Dry Shampoo and Mane’s Cotton Candy Dry Texture Spray), she flipped her hair upside down for extra bounce and ran a “Hailey”-engraved brush through her locks. Then, she got started on the “lip” portion of her programming. The combo included her Rhode Peptide Lip Shape liner in what I’m almost certain is the neutral pink shade Lift and a top secret new clear lip product that she’s been teasing.

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Hailey Bieber’s New Haircut

We first got news of Bieber’s cut last weekend. It’s so good, though, that I feel I’ve known it forever.

The artist behind the chop was celebrity hairstylist Justine Marjan, who shared a few notes on her masterpiece in the comments section of Byrdie’s Instagram.

“If you want to recreate, we did a collarbone-grazing blunt cut with slight face framing layers and point cut around the front,” the celebrity hairstylist shared.

Start with that, and then flip out.

2025 in Review: M&A Activity – Scale and Strategic Focus Drive Dealmaking

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2025 in Review: M&A Activity – Scale and Strategic Focus Drive Dealmaking

As consumer confidence remained uneven and organic growth proved harder to sustain, mergers and acquisitions once again took centre stage in 2025, reshaping the global beauty and personal care landscape. From blockbuster transactions and founder exits to private equity-backed roll-ups and strategic divestments, the year underscored a clear reality: scale, speed and portfolio relevance matter more than ever.

At the top end of the market, strategic buyers and financial sponsors showed little hesitation when conviction was strong. Kimberly-Clark’s proposed US$48.7 billion acquisition of Kenvue stood out as one of the year’s most transformative announced deals, signalling a decisive bet on health, hygiene and personal care as long-term growth pillars. Sycamore Partners’ completed take-private of Walgreens Boots Alliance—backed by Stefano Pessina’s family—reflected similar confidence in restructuring legacy retail assets away from the scrutiny of public markets.

Beauty remained a prime hunting ground for private equity. CVC Capital’s acquisition of Korea’s Serin Company, maker of cult-favourite Dokdo Toner, for around US$600 million highlighted sustained global appetite for K-beauty platforms with international runway. Blackstone completed its US$590 million acquisition of South Korea’s leading salon chain Juno Hair, underlining investor confidence in scalable, service-led beauty platforms. DBG Group completed the full acquisition of MCoBeauty, valuing the Australian ‘dupe’ beauty brand at US$1 billion, while Bansk Group moved to acquire a majority stake in BYOMA, reinforcing belief in brands with strong community engagement and clear positioning.

Strategic buyers focused on sharpening portfolios and accelerating exposure to high-growth segments. L’Oréal was among the most active acquirers, signing deals to acquire Color Wow and a majority stake in Medik8, while also reshaping its brand mix through the sale of Carol’s Daughter to an independent beauty entrepreneur—returning leadership to founder Lisa Price. SalonCentric, a L’Oréal subsidiary, expanded its professional footprint with the acquisition of Concept JP’s operations in Quebec, including distribution rights for K18.

Unilever also leaned into premium, digitally native personal care. The group completed the acquisition of natural deodorant brand Wild and agreed to acquire Dr. Squatch, expanding its presence in high-margin, founder-led brands with strong DTC credentials. The moves signalled a strategic shift toward faster-growing, sustainability-led propositions with global potential.

Founder-driven brands were among the most sought-after assets of the year. e.l.f. Beauty’s US$1 billion acquisition of Rhode transformed Hailey Bieber’s skincare brand into a scaled prestige platform, while earlier in the year Bieber had explored strategic options for the business. Gail Federici evaluated a potential sale of Color Wow before the brand was ultimately acquired, highlighting continued demand for performance-led haircare assets. OSEA Malibu secured growth investment from General Atlantic to fund global expansion, as CAVU exited its stake.

Geographically, dealmaking highlighted beauty’s shifting centre of gravity. Asia featured prominently through transactions such as Goodai Global’s acquisition of Skinfood and Taekwang’s move to target Aekyung Industrial, while Africa drew strategic interest via Axian Telecom’s reported pursuit of Jumia, an e-commerce platform widely used by beauty and personal care brands.

Retail consolidation also gathered pace. Ulta Beauty completed its acquisition of Space NK, marking its formal entry into the UK market. Violet Grey expanded its luxury retail ambitions with the acquisition of The Detox Market, while Mitchell Family Office acquired Cos Bar to drive omni-channel growth. CVS Pharmacy agreed to acquire 64 Rite Aid stores and prescription files, pending court approval, strengthening its personal care retail footprint.

Not all deals reached completion. Frasers Group exited takeover talks with Revolution Beauty, leaving the UK cosmetics player to reassess its strategic options. Divestments also featured prominently, including Natura’s sale of Avon’s Central America and Dominican Republic operations to Grupo PDC, NEOS’ sale of INEOS Hygienics to SKG Capital Partners, and Edgewell’s agreement to divest its feminine care portfolio to Essity.

Taken together, 2025’s M&A activity revealed an industry increasingly comfortable with decisive action. Buyers prioritised brands with clear differentiation, loyal communities and global scalability, while sellers sought to crystallise value amid a more demanding capital environment. In a year when organic growth was harder won, dealmaking once again emerged as beauty’s fastest route to reinvention—and its clearest signal of where confidence still lies.

Hyaluronic Acid Skin Benefits & Products

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Hyaluronic Acid Skin Benefits & Products

You may have noticed the Hyaluronic Acid sensation that’s been happening in the cosmetics industry.  Now, more than ever, almost every makeup and skincare brand you can find is embracing this sensational ingredient.  Whether it be for foundations, moisturizers, serums or lip products, HA is the “it” ingredient to use.  At jane iredalewe’ve become quite fond of it ourselves using it in a variety of our products.

So, what is all the hype about?  Well you may be surprised to hear that this isn’t just another ingredient trend.  Loaded with benefits both long term and immediate, the widespread opinion of professionals everywhere is that HA is here to stay!  Let’s look a little deeper into this extraordinary ingredient.

Where Does Hyaluronic Acid Come From?

What is hyaluronic acid and where does it come from?Hyaluronic Acid is a naturally occurring substance that can be found throughout the human body from our skin to our connective tissue to our eyes. Its main function is to retain water to keep our tissues lubricated and moist.  Because it is naturally produced within our system, it can easily be accepted when introduced to the body through products.  It can be applied topically, injected or even ingested for a variety of beneficial results.

Something many people may not know is that HA research has been around for well over three quarters of a century.  Initially isolated by scientist Karl Meyer in 1934, one of Hyaluronic Acid’s first uses was to treat traumatic arthritis in track horses.  The first pharmaceutical-grade HA was produced in 1979 by Endre Alexander Balazs who developed an efficient method to extract and purify it for medical purposes.  But it wasn’t integrated into skincare products until the 1990s.

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Hyaluronic Acid Skin Benefits

Over and above medical indications for treatment of everything from joint pain to acid reflux, Hyaluronic Acid is one of the most effective skincare treatment ingredients you can find.  Noted for its ability to attract and bind water molecules to the epidermis increasing the overall water content of the skin, research suggests that it can prompt the body to produce more collagen and elastin resulting in a reduction of fine lines and wrinkles.  It enables the skin to retain 1000 times its weight in moisture making it an excellent treatment for dryness and dehydration.  And because it helps skin to stretch and flex, HA is also known to help wounds to heal faster and with less scarring.

What makeup artists and skincare professionals love about HA is its skin smoothing qualities and its humectant ability to pull moisture from the environment and keep the skin looking beautiful and hydrated even in the driest and coldest of climates.  When applied in conjunction with any skincare routine, it can dramatically improve moisture retention and keep the skin looking more luminous.

Hyaluronic Acid Products

Because we love this ingredient, jane iredale has integrated HA into several products that can be used in a variety of ways.  These products are:

BeautyPrep Hyaluronic Serum – For skincare, this is going to be our most straight forward use of Hyaluronic Acid that you can find within our line.  Using two distinct forms of HA, this serum helps toplump and smooth texture while soothing, hydrating and softening skin. It can be used alone or under a moisturizer part for your daily skincare regimen. Learn more about the benefits of hyaluronic acid serum.

Smooth Affair Illuminating Glow Face Primer – Primers are such an important part of makeup application as they enable makeup to go on smoother and last longer.  Because we use Hyaluronic Acid in this formula, it helps create a more hydrated and luminous finish making your complexion look even more beautiful.  It can be worn alone or under any foundation.

HydroPure Tinted Serum with Hyaluronic Acid and CoQ10 – This is our most therapeutic foundation formula and a very popular choice for anyone who wants their skin to look dewy and youthful.  By combining HA with other hydrating ingredients such as CoQ10 and Olive Squalene, it creates fresh natural–looking finish.  It can be worn alone or under one of our powders. Learn more about how to use HydroPure Tinted Serum.

HydroPure Hyaluronic Lip Gloss – In this day and age, everyone wants fuller, smoother lips.  By combining HA with plumping ingredients like Palmitoyl Tripeptide 5, you can achieve the appearance of fuller, smoother lips that stay hydrated all day.  It can be worn alone or in combination with our other lip products. Learn more about our hydrating lip gloss.

HydroPure Hyaluronic Acid Lip Treatment – In this format, we’re focusing on the reparative value of HA and combining it with Padina Algae.  This formulation is excellent for treating dry, cracked lips. The rich texture of it immediately soothes the lips while helping to INCENTIVIZEDe collagen synthesis.  It can be worn as a lip treatment or on top of other lip products for a luminous glow.

As technological advances continue to emerge, we eagerly anticipate even more exciting uses for Hyaluronic Acid in future products at jane iredale.  If you’re interested in seeing the benefits for yourself, stop into your local jane iredale provider or reach out to us for recommendations on which products will best meet your needs. Consider adding these products as a staple in your hydrating makeup routine for winter! And check out our other favorite complexion-boosting, hydrating skincare ingredients.

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