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Psoriasis advice
Psoriasis advice
NHS Choices and talkhealth have teamed up with the British Skin Foundation and the patient support charity The Psoiasis Association to present an online clinic from 28 October to 3 November, 2011.
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Walk for Skin - supported by Sanex
Walk for Skin - supported by Sanex

Help raise money for the British Skin Foundation by joining one of the sponsored walks taking place throughout the UK in  May and June.

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Sun Awareness Week - are you adequately protecting your children from the sun?
Sun Awareness Week - are you adequately protecting your children from the sun?

To mark the start of Sun Awareness Week (5 to 11 May) the British Association of Dermatologists warns that parents are still confused about the need to protect children and teens in the sun.

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Walk for Skin organised by the British Skin Foundation and supported by Sanex
Walk for Skin organised by the British Skin Foundation and supported by Sanex

From the end of April to June, nine sponsored walking events, supported by Sanex, will raise money for the British Skin Foundation - and you can join in!

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ZipJet  and Persil Wash & Fold Laundry Service
ZipJet and Persil Wash & Fold Laundry Service

ZipJet has teamed up with Persil to offer a new Wash & Fold laundry service in the London area. Olivia Coates put the app to the test.

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Persil winners
Persil winners
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How to Protect and Care for your Skin this Summer
How to Protect and Care for your Skin this Summer

New research commissioned by Hada Labo Tokyo – the number one skincare brand in Japan – has shone a light on the sun protection habits of women in the UK, and there are areas for concern. GP, skin specialist and a member of the Hada Labo Tokyo Skin Care Panel, Dr Nisa Aslam shares her concerns and advises on the best way to protect our skin.

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Moisturise for Spring and Summer
Moisturise for Spring and Summer

No better time to prepare your skin for the spring and summer months and I've been trying out two moisturisers – one for face SOS H2O and Aphrodites's  Olive Oil Body Butter – both of which Anne Coates loves.

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SBC Aloe Vera Soothing Cleanser Cream and Moisturising Gel
SBC Aloe Vera Soothing Cleanser Cream and Moisturising Gel

Lucy Blackwell tries the SBC Aloe Vera Soothing Cleanser Cream and Aloe Vera Moisturizing Gel on her sensitive skin with excellent results.

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Hada Labo Tokyo™ Gifts for Christmas
Hada Labo Tokyo™ Gifts for Christmas

Anne Coates recommends Hada Labo Tokyo™ skincare products whatever the time of year but they also make perfect Gifts for Christmas.

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Sun Protection from Hada Labo Tokyo™
Sun Protection from Hada Labo Tokyo™

Sun protection is vital to ensure we are not adversely affected by UVA and UVB rays. Two new products from Hada Labo Tokyo™ – Sun Face Cream and a Sun Lotion for the body – arrived for testing just in time for the UK heatwave. Anne Coates put them to the test.

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yu-nu Sleep Mask
yu-nu Sleep Mask

If you need a little help with sleeping, how about a mask which also boosts the lotions and potions you’re already using all whilst helping you get a great night’s sleep? Anne Coates tried out the yu-nu Sleep Mask. 

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Green People Christmas Discount
Green People Christmas Discount

Green People is offering a 20 per cent discount on orders over £20 until 16 December 2018.

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Lovegrove Essentials Skincare
Lovegrove Essentials Skincare

Lovegrove Essentials, created by mother and daughter team Hannah Lovegrove and Hayley de Beers in Dorset, is a skincare brand that harnesses the therapeutic effects of essential oils to benefit the skin as well as mind and body. Anne Coates tried out two of their products: Cleansing Balm and Toning Mist.

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Nakin Skincare Range
Nakin Skincare Range

New kid on the block, Nakin a British company, has a range of delightful skincare products. Anne Coates tried out the Matt Formula Face Cream and the performance Face Serum.

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Living Nature skin care products
Living Nature skin care products
The logo on Living Nature products represents their circle of trust – 100 percent natural ingredients from New Zealand. Anne Coates was happy to trust their integrity and tried out the Hand Wash, Hand Cream, Body Wash and Body Bar.
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Ginvera Marvel Gel and Ginvera Green Tea Nude Cover BB Cream
Ginvera Marvel Gel and Ginvera Green Tea Nude Cover BB Cream
Olivia Coates finds her skin reacts adversely to stress while Anne Coates 's more mature skin need a little help to look its best. Ginvera Marvel Gel and Ginvera Green Tea Nude Cover BB Cream came to their rescue.
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SpaRitual Infinitely Loving Organic Sugar Scrub + Organic Blue Shower Gel
SpaRitual Infinitely Loving Organic Sugar Scrub + Organic Blue Shower Gel
Alex Bell, an afficionado of body scrubs has been testing out SpaRitual Infinitely Loving Organic Sugar Scrub while Anne Coates has been facing the mornings with Organic Blue's  Wake Up Mandarin & Ginger Shower Gel
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Doodle Copy from Canal Toys

Giving children's early art attempts a new edge, Doodle Copy from Canal toys provides reusable templates for young artists to create pictures – and then print them off to be coloured in. 

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Thorn Season – a YA Romantasy by Kiera Azara

In a welcome addition to the increasingly popular young adult romantasy market , Kiera Azara strikes just the right balance for younger teenagers in her new series, writes Elaine Hewlett.

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Orzbow Foldable Baby Standing Shower Support

Foldable Baby Standing Shower Support from Orzbow fits into walk-in showers perfectly, offering safer washing – especially useful if you don't have a conventional bath, writes Anne Coates.

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Hay Fever – problems for contact lens wearers

Hay fever sufferers know the common, at times unbearable symptoms, that affect the eyes, and contact lens wearers have extra problems. Here's what to do, by Francesca Marchetti.  

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Win copies of Little People, BIG DREAMS: Mozart & Beethoven

We're delighted to team up with QuartoKids with a competition for five readers to win two books from their bestselling series Little People, BIG DREAMS®.

 

 

 

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Muddy Puddles Essentials Waterproof Jumpsuit

Muddy Puddles has been one of our go-to places for outdoor toddler clothes and we were delighted to review this waterproof jumpsuit plus matching wellies, writes Anne Coates.

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Working Families’ Legal Advice Service

The latest impact report from Working Families Legal Advice Service shows that the charity’s helpline and 200-plus advice and guidance pages reached one in ten UK parents. 

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Beating Bites and Stings with Puressential Products

For bites and stings, Puressentiel has a number of products that can not only repel insects in the first place, but also soothe bitten, sore and itchy skin, writes Dr Tim Bond.

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Competition Winners: The Best Counting Book Ever

We had ten copies of the 50th anniversary edition of Richard Scarry's Best Counting Book Ever to be won. Here are the names of the winners who will receive their prize from HarperCollins Children's Books.

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Colin's Grandma written & illustrated by Holly Swain

An engaging picture book from the award-winning author of Colin's Castle. In this second book, Colin the vegetarian vampire prepares for a visit from his Grandma. What could possibly go wrong? asks Anne Coates.

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Art Lab Fluffy Paint Studio from Smyths Toys

Natasha Da Souza and her daughter Theia loved this product! The premise is very simple – paint your picture, apply fluffy paint and decorate with accessories. The results were great!

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Muddy Puddles Launches ‘Preloved’ Marketplace

The award-winning children’s outerwear brand has launched Muddy Puddles Preloved, a dedicated online platform where you can buy and sell pre-loved Muddy Puddles clothing.

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Favourite Books now Published in Paperback

Two of Anne Coates' recently published favourite books for children are now available in paperback: a book of poems by Michael Rosen and the first in a series by Philippa Leathley.

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The Hidden Benefits of Letting Children Get Muddy

Mud play offers freedom, creativity, and a connection to the natural world. Activities such as mud kitchens can encourage skill development, problem-solving, and cooperation. 

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The Wicked Lies of Habren Faire by Anna Fiteni

Fantasy is all the rage at the moment but Anna Fiteni takes a truly unique approach to the genre, rooting her young adult book firmly in Welsh myths and culture. Review by Elaine Hewlett.

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Nature’s Repair Balm by Green Therapy

Packed with nourishing ingredients like calendula, hemp oil, and lavender, Nature’s Repair Balm, from Honey Heaven, helps hydrate, protect, and heal dry, irritated, and inflamed skin without feeling sticky or oily. 

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New Term, New Shoes from Hush Puppies

Hush Puppies offers comfortable, reasonably-priced school shoes for both boys and girls. Many of the designs have both a junior and senior style, alongside patent and non-patent options. 

 

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My Brother is an Avocado & My Sister is a Treasure

Tracy Darnton, the author of these two delightful picture books on new babies and sibling relationships, shares her tips on smoothing the transition when a new baby arrives. 

 

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BUKEWIT Three Pack Walkie Talkies for Kids

Lightweight, child-friendly rechargeable walkie talkies to encourage social interaction and cooperative, imaginative play for young children. Perfect entertainment for holidays and days out.

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The WakeBand™ Silent Alarm – the Smarter Alternative

Pioneer in health and wellness technology, Homedics, has launched The WakeBand™ Silent Alarm, a wearable device to gently rouse you from sleep without a sound for a serene start to the day.

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GCSE Results Day 21 August, 2025

Congratulations to all the teens and their families receiving their results tomorrow. It can be a stressful time even if pupils' achievements are brilliant. Anne Coates give some top tips for parents.

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New Menu Launch From Prezzo Italian

Hayley Willsher and her family dined at the Prezzo Italian Restaurant in Letchworth to try out the new children's menu and dining experience that included 3D specs and a digital game.

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New School Year – New Shoes

Footwear specialists, Kickers, have teamed up with Steven Thomas, The London Podiatrist, to share his expert guidance for back-to-school shoe shopping, plus they're offering readers a ten per cent discount.  

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