Lucy Slight
Beauty editor
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Check out Lucy’s latest content
Can mindful gifting for children help their learning and growth?
Nurture your child's development while fostering joy and curiosity long after Christmas.
Use retinol? Here's what you need to know for summer
This expert advice is 'absolutely critical', so be extra vigilant while the sun is out.
Silly season is around the corner, what are the best foods to eat before drinking?
A naturopath explains why drinking and eating responsibly isn't complicated.
How much protein should you be having and why does it matter?
Two nutritionists weigh in on the importance of protein for women.
The cheap skincare hack you need to know
You may love a flannel already, but our beauty writer was very late to the party
The dos and don’ts of nail care: How to prevent damage and when to get expert help
Manicure risks, warning signs and when it's time to see your GP.
Tips and treatments to get your feet ready for summer
Baulking at the thought of baring your feet? This may help take the edge off.
The best suncreen, hats and sunglasses to protect your kids this summer
It’s time to stock up and sort out your summer essentials.
Why body mists are the perfect introduction to fragrance for teens
Meet the gentle perfume alternative that allows for experimentation.
Red light therapy: From workouts to chronic pain, can this trend help Kiwis?
How infrared technology is revolutionising wellness, fitness, and recovery.
From safety razors to soap bars: Is it time to start shaving sustainably?
Eco-friendly options to reduce your shaving waste.
Spring cleaning: How to declutter your beauty drawer
Plus refillable products to help you start over more sustainably.
From toxic waxes to wick trimming; why it’s not just the flame to watch when burning candles at home
Expert tips for ensuring your safety when burning candles.
Will taking a magnesium supplement help your anxiety? TikTok seems to think so
A naturopath helps simplify the online discourse around magnesium and its benefits.
Prince William’s holiday beard: What does society make of a bit of facial hair?
The social signalling of stubble.
Does doing the dishes destroy a gel manicure?
Are household chores ruining your gel manicure?
Colouring hair at home: Is it worth the cost savings?
Are you willing to risk a colour calamity for the sake of a few hundred dollars?
What's 'boy blush' and how are William and Harry involved?
Why are the teenage princes popping up on beauty TikToks?
Why all kids should be using gentle bath products
We ask a skincare expert what to look for when choosing bath products for all budgets.
Should you be exercising according to your menstrual cycle?
A personal trainer talks about optimising training in line with your female physiology.
As the weather gets colder, here are some tips to minimise dry hands and chilblains
Temperatures are dropping; hands up if your hands are suffering already.
12 child-friendly locations to explore with your children this winter in Auckland
Roam with Kids app founder Renata Wiles shares her favourite family spots
'A full heart and a broken one': Kiwi mum on motherhood
From parenting lessons learned to straight facts about bananas.
Gen Z wedding trends revealed: bright ideas, budgets and more
They're in their wedding planning era and stepping away from white.
Supermarket savings: How to shop seasonally this autumn
We look at ways to shop smarter by leaning in to seasonal staples.
How do you adjust your sleep to daylight savings?
Why the autumn time zone shift is the toughest body clock transition.
Loud budgeting? It’s time to start talking about money
Experts say being open about your goals is a key step towards financial freedom.
It's time to talk teen-friendly skincare
Anti-ageing ingredients aren't good for young skin. Here's what to do.
How does natural deodorant work and what are the best buys?
We decode the world of deodorants and share our recommendations.
Less is more: Five environmentally friendly products better than the originals
Sustainable superstars, from perfume to pegs and feminine hygiene to fabric freshener.
Lip gloss is having a moment, but should you be choosing petroleum-free?
A range of under-$25 lip-loving products to add to your shopping list.
How to grow out short hair: A stylist's tips
Expert advice for getting your length back while maintaining hair health.
The $17 men’s grooming product that will give you good eyebrows for a year
Bye-bye pink tax, hello fabulous brows.
Lucy Slight's tips on making the most of reading this year
OPINION: A non-intimidating guide for wannabe bookworms.
20 Valentine’s Day gift ideas under $150 that aren’t flowers or chocolates
Treat a special someone (or even yourself) with our thoughtful gift guide.
Ditching your gym membership to save money? You’ll love these alternatives
There are plenty of more affordable options to keep you motivated to move.
Under $40 beauty editor approved skincare routine
Skincare that's friendly on the wallet and available at your local chemist or supermarket
Feeling the heat? Try these hair essentials for summer
How to protect and refresh your hair during the holidays.
Slip, slop, slap: What new sunscreen should you be using?
The secret to choosing the best block this summer.