Life and style

The best silicone-free primers

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Silicones smooth and blur imperfections, but the way they peel and bobble under fingers drives me to distraction

Beauty and the beam: the future of LED therapy looks bright

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It’s non-invasive and has been proven to work. But can LED therapy really be a miracle cure for everything from acne to tired skin? Rachel Cooke sees the light

10 of the best whisky distillery tours in Scotland

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Dreaming of a dram? These distilleries offer an insight into one of the world’s great drinks, and are often in stunning locations, too

The Fashion awards 2019: Bottega Veneta’s Daniel Lee leads nominations

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Brand’s creative director receives four nods only eight months after joining the Italian luxury brand, while Jacquemus and Rihanna’s Fenty are also recognised

Plunge into a new pastime: 10 of the best creative breaks

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From an art workshop in Tuscany and a sculpture course in Wales to crime writing in the Highlands, we pick our favourite learning retreats