Why are fast fashion brands scrapping free returns?
Pretty Little Thing is the latest fast fashion retailer to start charging customers who make returns. But is the decision down to concern for the planet, or profit? UK customers have been left disgruntled after popular online fashion retailer Pretty Little Thing (PLT) announced it was scrapping free returns. Consumers...
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Is Gen Z’s attitude towards hormonal contraception changing?
Influenced by a recent TikTok trend warning against the mental and physical health implications of artificial birth control, an increasing number of young women are ditching the pill in favour of more ‘natural’ options.
Recent studies show that the intake of the pill is decreasing. Early this year, the
The UK is getting a new sustainable fashion show this September
A new fashion show is coming to England, showcasing a curated collection of the best pieces in pre-loved and vintage fashion. Aiming to promote circular fashion, it will also provide an opportunity for attendees to donate, swap, and mend their clothing. Pre-loved clothing is all the rage these days, with...
Scientists make progress on birth control options for men
The latest experimental product to show promise in early-stage clinical trials is a hormonal gel rubbed on both shoulder blades once a day to lower sperm count. According to a new study, it takes effect sooner than other methods. It looks as though birth control options for men may soon...
Opinion – rebranding diet culture is keeping us hooked on thinness
The toxic behaviours we’ve turned to in the past to ‘get skinny’ are supposedly out and wellness is in. But while the ‘clean eating’ revolution is touted as being all about ‘health,’ weight loss is still very much the subliminal message and ‘lifestyle changes’ are often just disordered habits...
Are our beauty routines making us miserable?
While taking care of ourselves is essential for our self-esteem, the pursuit of beauty in the age of social media is starting to have the opposite effect on many. Today, the bar for being considered aesthetically beautiful has risen significantly. Past generations may have felt pressure to acquire the look of...
New report suggests Shein suppliers are still overworked
Despite promises to improve working conditions, Shein’s disregard for people and the planet ensures business keeps booming. Nowadays, the disdain for resource-hungry, cheap clothing companies would suggest brands like Shein and Temu are on the out. One Google search on fast fashion, however, will pull up mixed reports that suggest otherwise. Younger generations – the same demographic who have shown a growing dedication to the environment, wellness, and anti-capitalist...
What’s with social media’s growing anti-sunscreen movement?
With sunnier days starting to roll in, experts are warning against the worrying and unwarranted vilification of sunscreen taking place in digital spaces. Hallelujah, summer is finally on the horizon. As we look forward to long walks in the sun, days spent stretched out in the park, and afternoons by the sea, there’s one thing we should all be considering: purchasing some decent sunscreen. Diligent use of SPF to protect our skin...
Youthforia faces backlash over new ‘inclusive’ foundation shade
The makeup brand Youthforia has highlighted the importance of due diligence when it comes to inclusivity and representation. Inclusivity has become a paramount issue, particularly in the beauty industry. And as customers place more pressure on brands to practice as they preach, the margin for error has rightly decreased. Makeup enthusiasts, everyday customers, and industry watchdogs are quick to call out brands that miss the mark, especially when diversity, inclusivity, and representation...
Can psychedelics treat physical pain?
Sufferers of chronic conditions like fibromyalgia and cluster headaches have been raving about their ‘life-saving’ experiences with hallucinogenic drugs. Now, scientists are exploring the use of LSD and psilocybin in pain management. In light of new findings that psychedelic drugs could transform mental health, scientists and researchers are persisting with their dedication to change our attitudes towards the medical potential of these once heavily frowned-upon compounds. Simply put, their benefits are...
