Skincare

REVIEW: new skincare that’s gorgeous – and works!

Let us introduce you to WOAH - your favourite new vegan skincare line, tried and tested by Muddy ed-in-chief Hero Brown. See our edit, then win the entire collection, worth over £200.
Christmas gift guide: for him

What to buy the bloke who has everything (or 'wants nothing')? We've sorted his Christmas list with 25 cool gifting ideas from independent brands and businesses across the Muddy counties
Christmas gift guide: For Her

Aunts, mums, grandmas, sisters and your girl posse all covered for Crimbo, plus some spot-on suggestions for gifts to self. Ho ho ho!
How to get that perfect sun-kissed glow

Forget pale and interesting... we're channelling the St Tropez vibe, minus the orange tint. Here are some lotions and potions for a natural-looking tan without the UV damage
Affordable French skincare for va-va-voom glow

We've unearthed eight French pharmacy brands with that certain je ne sais quoi. Here's your passport to a natural glow a la Marion Cotillard... and the best bit? It won't break the bank
Get ready to go outside: SPFs for every skin type

The sun is (just) starting to make itself felt and while that brings happiness, joy and vitamin D, it also means more time outdoors. Get prepped with the best facial SPFs.
Skincare SOS – your winter essentials

Zoom close-ups making you wince? Cold winter days and dry central heating are playing havoc with our skin. Try these hero products for a dose of much-needed hydration.
7 divine bath oils for a long soak

We've put Blue Monday behind us. I think that calls for a relaxing bath, don't you? Here's how to make your evening soak more luxurious than ever.
It’s cool to be kind: the beauty edit

Want to give Veganism a whirl but can't part with cheese and chocolate? Here's your loophole: go vegan with your beauty routine instead with these kind-to-animals brands.
How to give yourself a DIY facial at home

With salons closed until December, we're retreating to our own bathrooms for a stress-busting DIY facial treatment. Fluffy white robe and cucumber slices optional.
Think pink! 11 buys to support Breast Cancer Awareness

Add these feel-good limited edition buys to your basket ASAP to look gorgeous and support breast cancer charities this October. Two birds, one stone - yes please.
Crystal Clear Microdermabrasion

I'm on a mission to get clarity around the different types of 'serious' facials available - lets get blasting!
Imagine that!

I felt duty bound to pop along and check out the new Temple Spa products at Imagine Spa Blofield and Heathersett. Don't be scared - it's not a death mask!
Natural skincare Results

Multi-award-winning skincare brand Balance Me has built its reputation on totally natural products backed by serious scientific credibility. I caught up with inspirational founders, sisters Clare and Rebecca, to find out more - oh, and wrestle away a whopping £1200 worth of Balance Me beauty bundles for you lot!
‘ME’ Time

I've taken the Muddy Self Care test and it told me to book in for a massage at Imagine Spa - it did honestly!
Feeling rough? Our favourite hangover hiders

There's nothing Muddy doesn't know about surviving a hangover. So in the interests of not being mistaken for a dug-up corpse this festive season, behold our five favourite morning after skincare saviours.
Berocca for the face

We love a cult online beauty brand and Beauty Pie ‘s Superactive Capsules are like morning Berocca for the face.
Introducing: Botany Blend

Sharon from Muddy Devon is raving about this face oil from new beauty brand Botany Blend. Come and meet your new skin saviour.
Muddy gets Palm Sole’d

We attend the launch of Palm & Sole's Sensory Beauty Club - and want to buy the lot
Try a super duper facial

Collagen masks are all the rage, but are they effective? Muddy puts one to the test
Wouldn’t you though?

This little beauty, Vanderohe No. 1 Nourishing Face Serum (£88), is absolutely brand spanking new - you're literally the first to know about this indie beauty brand that launches on 1 Feb...