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Lifestyle

Backlash against women shaving their heads to protest Donald Trump

Women are shaving their heads on TikTok to protest Donald Trump's reelection, as part of the 4B movement. In reaction, cancer survivors and alopecia victims have been condemning this trend, while Trump supporters have been mocking it.

18/11/2024

Lifestyle

Movember turns 21: How a viral moustache trend got old enough to drink

Here's our definitive guide to everything you need to know about the initiative this November.

01/11/2024

Health news

What causes female hair loss and why is it still so misunderstood?

One-third of women will experience some form of hair loss in their lives, yet it remains a complex and under-researched diagnosis that leaves many women struggling psychologically.

14/10/2024

Lifestyle

Razors down for Januhairy! Why are we so obsessed with body hair?

The viral start-of-year challenge invites women to embrace their natural body hair for a month. But why is body hair - especially on women - still so controversial?

29/01/2024

Culture news

Malawi’s Rastafarian children start post-ban return to school

About 1,200 Rastafarian children are expected to return to state schools in the country after being banned for a decade.

18/05/2023

Eco-Innovation

How can human hair be used to fight pollution?

Belgian NGO Dung Dung uses human hair clippings to absorb environmental pollutants in water.

29/12/2022

Health news

Hair straightening products may double risk of uterine cancer

The decade-long study said Black women may be more affected because they tend to use hair straightening products more often.

18/10/2022

Green News

How are hair sausages helping rescue this ecosystem?

The Tongan volcanic eruption caused an oil spill in Peru, here’s how Peruvians are helping with the clear up.

26/01/2022

Living

This designer is making clothes out of human hair

Tonnes of human hair goes to waste every year. So designer Zsofia Kollar has found a way to use it – as yarn for clothes.

06/12/2021

Malta

Maltese police union bristles over ban on beards

Officers have been told that they can grow beards, wear nail polish and dye their hair if they want to.

05/11/2021

Living

Where are the best eco-friendly hair salons in Europe?

7 salons opting for green, recycled products and using showerheads designed to reduce water.

25/08/2020

Green News

Human hair and dog fur may be the secret weapon to fight oil spills

Could this organic solution help reduce plastic waste and the disastrous effects of oil spills?

22/07/2020

Living

Top 7 Shampoo Bars for Dry Hair

These plastic free recommendations will help you change up how you wash your hair.

12/07/2019

Living

The best plant-based shampoos and conditioners for summer

Here’s a selection of the best vegan and cruelty-free shampoos and conditioners for summer-proofing tresses.

25/05/2019

Living

Should you switch to an ethical shampoo?

We look at good reasons to trade bottled shampoo for shampoo bars.

16/05/2019

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Ukrainian "Rapunzel" breaks a record for her long blonde hair

Ukrainian teenager Olena Korzenyuk is a modern-day Rapunzel. The 15-year-old has flowing blonde hair that is longer than she is.

15/03/2019

Spain

'Ninja hairdresser' uses swords and blowtorches to service clients

Bored of your hairdresser? A trip to Madrid may be what you need. Blowtorches are just one of the many unique tools Alberto Olmedo uses for his clients who are searching for a new look

30/12/2018