1 hour ago ‘Rashes, pain, blisters and bleeding’ are we glossing over the dangers of manicures?

Gel and acrylic varnishes have been blamed for a host of unpleasant side-effects, stretching far beyond the fingertips. Some ingredients have been banned – but will that be enough to make the process safe?From French tips to glazed doughnuts, shimmering cat eye to high-shine chrome, getting your nails done is the beauty trend that refuses to fade. Gel polish, dip powder, acrylic overlays whatever the method, the demand for durable, chip-resistant, manicured nails is so strong that salons now often outnumber high street bank branches in the UK.But behind the glossy finish lies a more complicated story. Last month, the European Union banned TPO – an ingredient that helps gel polish to harden under UV light – after animal studies suggested it could harm fertility or a developing foetus. The UK is expected to follow next year. It’s not the first safety red flag: Hema, another common ingredient, was restricted in DIY nail kits in 2021 after a surge in cases of allergic contact dermatitis...

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2 h. ago Camembert will have more flavour when wrapped in 1 common ingredient

A simple camembert recipe will have the whole family going back for more helpings.

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31 h. ago Roast potatoes need 1 common ingredient to be extra crispy and tasty — not goose fat

One recipe developer has shared her insider tips and tricks to achieving the crispiest roast potatoes - and it's all to do with the oil

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49 h. ago Scrambled eggs will be fluffier and delicious if you swap milk for 1 common ingredient

If you're a fan of scrambled eggs for breakfast, then you'll want to know about this simple cooking hack that will help you achieve the perfect fluffy texture every time

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2 d. ago Banish 'slippery' moss from the driveway and lawn 'for good' with 1 natural ingredient

Moss is a common issue in lawns and on patios, but this household ingredient can help tackle the problem without the need for harsh chemicals, according to a gardening expert

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3 d. ago Scrambled eggs are 'fluffier' when you replace milk with 1 common ingredient

Scrambled eggs are a great breakfast food, but it's important to use the right ingredients to make them perfectly fluffy and tender. Instead of milk, you should use water to create steam and give the eggs a jiggly texture

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4 d. ago Tom Kerridge's sausages and mash taste 'even better' with common seasonal ingredient

A simple swap can make the dish even more delicious thanks to the famous chef's hearty recipe

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6 d. ago Cabbage will taste better when you add 1 ingredient after cooking it

Cabbage is not the world's most popular side dish, but adding a common ingredient recommended by a cookbook author is game-changing.

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2 w. ago Keep rats and mice out of your house this autumn with basic kitchen item

A common kitchen ingredient will keep rats and mice away.

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3 w. ago Fried eggs will be crispy if you ditch oil for one common ingredient—not butter

If you're struggling to cook a fried egg without it burning or becoming slimy, then you need to try this easy cooking tip

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3 w. ago People are rubbing cinnamon on their windows to keep invaders away

Spiders are invading our homes as the weather gets colder - but there's a simple hack to keep them at bay using a common household ingredient, according to pest control experts

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4 w. ago Peace lilies 'explode with flowers' when watered with common kitchen ingredient

Peace lilies may be easy to care for, but it's harder to allow them to reach their full floral potential.

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