Welcome to Money Diaries where we are tackling the ever-present taboo that is money. We’re asking real people how they spend their hard-earned money during a seven-day period — and we’re tracking every last dollar. Today: an administrative assistant who has an $85,000 joint income and who spends some of her money this week on…
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Whether vacationing in seaside hotspots like Saint Tropez, Santorini, and Positano, or sightseeing in cities like Lisbon, Barcelona, and Amsterdam, European destinations call for an aspirational (yet attainable) wardrobe. This might explain why the chic “European summer” aesthetic surged in TikTok views last year — and why it’s back for round two as people plan…
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Breakouts can be common — and frustrating — during the summer. The combination of heat, sweat and pollution can wreak havoc on our skin, especially on parts of our bodies that are more exposed to the elements. That’s why Paula’s Choice 2% BHA Body Spot Exfoliant, £28.90, has become my go-to recently, helping to keep…
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Since Father’s Day has a habit of sneaking up on us, we’ve become quite skilled at the whole last-minute (not to be mistaken with lazy!) gift thing. After all, the internet was built for convenience and nothing screams “it’s the thought that counts” quite like paying extra to express-ship a grooming kit straight to Dad’s doorstep on June…
Read moreThis Korean Shampoo Doubles As Hair Perfume & Actually Delivers Results
As someone who doesn’t get a trim as often as she should (I’m growing my hair out, okay?), I expect a lot from my humble shampoo and conditioner. I want them to cleanse my scalp and strands of the daily lashings of dry shampoo, not to mention smooth frizz, minimise split ends, boost shine and…
Read moreMoney Diary: An Implementation Consultant On £52,500
Welcome to Money Diaries where we are tackling the ever-present taboo that is money. We’re asking real people how they spend their hard-earned money during a seven-day period — and we’re tracking every last penny. Our Money Diaries submission process has changed. If you would like to submit a diary, please use our new form here. This week: “I’m…
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