Sales in cosmetics group’s luxury division, including Lancôme and Kiehl’s, jump 16%

At 65, the model has returned to the cosmetics company that sacked her when she was 43

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Deal hunters brave early-morning cold on Stephen’s Day for post-Christmas crackers

Advent calendars have come long way from the cardboard versions of 19th-century Germany

Beauty Report: Testing products in the lead up to a winter wedding will give you a good sense of their lasting quality

Known for her flamboyance, the New York stylemaker is celebrated in our fashion shoot

The change of season offers an opportunity to renew your skincare and make-up regimes

This year’s judges had a tough job sifting through more than 30,000 entries. Readers were eager to show their appreciation for the independent shops making a difference up and down the country. Today we reveal the 10 winning shops

My UV Patch is an electronic monitor which measures sun exposure

Brands reserve the most sublime limited edition items for their Christmas collections

Given that mascara has a short lifespan an expensive one really is a luxury purchase

You don’t need 17 products as part of your morning routine – but a sleep mask is a good start

How to wear this season’s intense colours and nearly-neons

Put your money into a blurring cream which will fill in pores for a smooth canvas

If you have even 10 minutes, you can face the day looking your best

Creams and lotions can cost hundreds of euro for a tiny jar, but are they worth it? Would you be better off buying a cheaper version or making your own in the kitchen?

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Follow these make-up tips to look less like Barbara Cartland and more like Mirren as you age