Anita Bhagwandas
The Guardian
United Kingdom
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Can you use underarm antiperspirant on a sweaty face?
It isn’t just your pits that get damp in summer. But can underarm cream be used to keep makeup in place when the sweats set in? → Read More
Can you repurpose old eyeshadow as nail polish?
If you enjoy doing your nails, perhaps give this a go. But if you’re a beauty admin speedster, don’t bother → Read More
Can an eyeshadow primer keep your lashes curled?
This easy hack is designed to lift droopy lashes. I’m dubious. Should I be? → Read More
Can I get the ‘indie sleaze’ eyeliner look by smudging?
This ‘slept in’ style looks easy to achieve. But what exactly is involved? → Read More
Can a puffy headband boost your skincare routine?
Keeping your hair out of your face when doing your nightly grooming regime sounds sensible – but will it have a visible result? → Read More
Can duo-toned lipstick lift me out of my makeup rut?
Experimenting with lip colour is a great way of getting out of your makeup comfort zone → Read More
Can you use a pasta strainer instead of a hairdryer diffuser?
Using kitchen utensils to replicate beauty kit is often a recipe for disaster. But does this method of drying wavy hair work? → Read More
Can hairspray protect white clothing from makeup smears?
Here’s a hack that could prove to be a game-changer – but choice of hairspray is key → Read More
Creating the Kate Middleton ‘blowout’ using heated rollers
Achieve that Sloaney bounce at home – but you’ll need straight and easy-to-style hair in the first place → Read More
Can a bath in epsom salt help me get more beauty sleep?
Take it from Jennifer Aniston – a splash of magnesium sulphate in a warm nightly bath can help you get some shuteye → Read More
Will a ‘cocktail’ of mascaras give me longer, thicker-looking lashes?
This TikTok trend layers two mascaras for a lengthening and volumising effect. But is it worth doubling up? → Read More
Should an ‘everything shower’ be a weekly selfcare ritual?
The TikTok trend refines an exercise many of us already practise – a night of dedicated pampering and beauty ‘admin’ → Read More
Can underarm odour be eliminated using face cleanser?
I often forget to use deodorant, and for anyone who struggles with odours this is definitely a hack worth trying → Read More
Can you use a kid’s colouring pencil dipped in water to replace lip liner?
TikTokkers claim it’s a good way to save money - but is it really up to the job? → Read More
Cut leg shaving time by swiping the razor up and down
This simple switch in technique can save water too → Read More
Can Korean-style ‘flooding’ solve dry skin problems?
The technique of layering hydration products can make a difference to stressed-out skin. But is it worth the faff? → Read More
Can a spatula give your foundation a flawless finish?
This Korean TikTok trend promises a perfect, glass-like finish – provided you use the right tool → Read More
How to get that bleached-brow look beloved by celebs
Make like the Kardashian-Jenners and lighten your eyebrows (the non-permanent way) → Read More
“I want to live a life where I’m not defined by my age and appearance”
Beauty editor, Anita Bhagwandas explains why her Indian heritage has gifted her the confidence to celebrate ageing. → Read More
Can putting petroleum jelly on your teeth help you smile longer?
Beauty pageant queens swear by this tip for avoiding a dry mouth. Can it work for the rest of us? → Read More