#BeautyTok – 4 Autumn Beauty Trends to Boost Your Mood

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October is a brilliant month. We’ve made it through the back-to-school or back-to-work chaos – phew! Plus, the weather is just right for breaking out coats and boots, and let’s be honest, that’s enough to put anyone in a good mood. But what could make Autumn even better? Well, nothing quite like a good TikTok … Read more

5 Essential Body Oils Straight from French Pharmacies

notorious editor in chief standing in front of a French Pharmacie

If you’re in the loop, you’d know that Notorious is currently soaking up the vibes in France. As we saunter through Paris, we’ve turned our attention to the crème de la crème of body oils you can find in local French pharmacies. If you’ve been scrolling through TikTok, you’ve likely caught wind of the allure … Read more

Effective Weight Loss Tips for Healthy, Glowing Skin

happy woman looking at her skin in a mirror standing on a fireplace

Various factors influence skin health and appearance, from biological factors like age and genetics to lifestyle choices like diet and sleep quality. However, not many are aware that body weight can also play a role in dermatological conditions. For instance, a study published in the journal Advances in Dermatology and Allergology demonstrates how weight affects … Read more

Tips from Celebs and Beauty Specialists – Amazing Summer Legs

Detail of the legs of two women, one black and the other white. In the middle of them, they are holding a flower.

The best time to start taking care of your legs for summer is in winter. Unfortunately, I am the type that forgets that I have legs in winter. Nevertheless, if you are consistent in your goal and read this article carefully, you will get amazing summer legs and feel confident in your skin. We sought … Read more

The Best Brightening and Vitamin C Endorsed by New York’s Top Dermatologist

blond young woman applying a brightening serum on her face

Meet Dr. David Kim, M.D., M.S., a Stanford-trained, board-certified dermatologist residing in the heart of New York City. With the flawless skin of a baby and nearly 90,000 followers on TikTok, Dr Kim is your go-to expert in the exhilarating arena of BeautyTok. And we are thrilled to share his curated list of the best … Read more

Can You Achieve Glass Skin Even After Your 50s?

women in her 50s applying serum on her face to achive glass skin

Beauty-Tok alert! If you’re reading this article, you’ve likely heard about the Glass Skin beauty trend. Despite its popularity, many are still wondering if this Korean beauty routine suits all skin types. The answer is a resounding yes. And yes, you can achieve glass skin in your 50s. This article will delve into the key … Read more

How to recreate the Frosted Eye Makeup from Chanel AW 23-24

Chanel model wearing a frosted eye makeup at the backstage of the runway show AW23-24

From Taylor Swift to Alexa Chung, from Instagram to TikTok, we’re absolutely chuffed to bits that ’90s makeup, particularly Frosted Eye Makeup, is making a smashing comeback. This trend is not just a bit of fun, it’s the dog’s bollocks! It’s fresh as a daisy and has a futuristic vibe that’s bang on trend for … Read more

#WeLove – Naomi Watts on Life and Sex After Menopause 

Naomi Watts speaking at the 2017 San Diego Comic Con International, for "Twin Peaks", at the San Diego Convention Center in San Diego, California.

At 55, English actress Naomi Watts shows no signs of slowing down. Beyond her remarkable acting projects (Did you catch the mini-series “The Watcher” on Netflix?), Naomi is vocal about menopause and the process of ageing. Her Instagram videos addressing the taboos surrounding menopause have garnered such attention that they inspired her to launch a … Read more

Just a 5-step routine – healthy and glowing skin during summer

woman applying a SPF cream during summer to guarantee a healthy skin

Like me, my friends adore soaking up the summer sun to the fullest. After all, we only get three months a year to stock up on vitamin D, melatonin, and calcium. Many of my friends strive to finish the summer with a beautiful tan. So much so that some of them even book appointments with … Read more

Spanish girls’ beauty routine and their incredible skin 

Penelope Cruz wearing natural makeup, one of the Spanish girls' beauty tricks for a glowing skin.

Notorious is in Paris, checking the latest street style trends. And as much as we love the French girls’ je ne sais quoi, all we want is to achieve the fabulous glowing and flawless skin Spanish girls have. So we did a little digging to discover their beauty routine.  If you’re tired of heavy makeup … Read more

Whitney Peak is the new face of Chanel Coco Mademoiselle 

Whitney Peak in the bed embracing a big bottle of Coco Mademoiselle perfume

Keira Knightley was the face of Coco Mademoiselle, a perfume by Chanel, for 12 years. She first appeared in the advertising campaign for the fragrance in 2007 and continued to be its face until 2019. Throughout her tenure, she helped to establish Coco Mademoiselle as one of the most popular and recognisable perfumes in the … Read more

Led Light Therapy: what does celebrity facialist Teresa Tarmey say?

Woman relaxing with a LED light mask on her face.

I bet that seeing celebrities undergo the strangest beauty treatments in an endless quest for perfect and ageless skin doesn’t surprise you anymore, does it? Read what the celebrities facialist Teresa Tarmey has to say about LED light therapy. And discover why the beauty treatment she uses on Kate Moss, Trinny Woodall and Sienna Miller rejuvenates the … Read more

How To Choose Anti-Aging Facial Treatments For A Youthful Appearance

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  The natural aging process results in visible lines, thinner, drier skin, and a loss of youthful fullness. The environment and lifestyle choices can age the skin prematurely. Today, there are many non-invasive facial treatments or minimally invasive procedures that give you a youthful appearance without having to resort to surgery and have the benefit … Read more

Notorious Love: you are extraordinary

young woman lying on grass and flowers

Every little thing you do matters. Each of your actions will create impressions far beyond its intention. Impressions that will not only impact your life, but also everyone else around you. The way you smiled at that stranger; the way you crossed your legs that afternoon. The ripples that every single step you’ll take will … Read more

Do you know how to layer your skincare products? 

Woman look in the mirror how she layers skincare products in one step of her beauty routine.

The internet is a wonderful tool, but it can be confusing too, with the excess of information sometimes causing more harm than good. Influencers share their beauty tips on TikTok and Instagram, but unfortunately, some create confusion on how to best layer your skincare products. They teach complicated skincare routines with too many steps and … Read more

Beauty over 50: how mature women are changing the beauty industry

Linda Fargo, the best example of women over 50, showing her gorgeous white hair in the streets of Milan fashion week

Women over 50 are not feeling invisible anymore, thanks to the changes in the fashion and beauty industries. Or is it the other way round? Regardless of what came first, the result is clear; mature women are shaking the beauty industry, becoming brand ambassadors, influencers and models. An excellent example of the shift happening in … Read more

Sixty is not the new forty. It’s time to talk about ageism.

iris apfel, face of the ice cream magnus campaign in 2019

What exactly is ageism? While prejudice has been around forever, the word “ageism “is relatively new. The term was coined in 1969 by Robert Neil Butler to describe discrimination against seniors and patterned on sexism and racism. It refers to a socially constructed way of discriminating older persons based on negative attitudes and stereotypes about ageing and … Read more

Morpheus 8: All you need to know about Judy Murray’s facelift 

before and after Morpheus 8 treatment photo from athlete Judy Murray

The Scottish tennis coach, Judy Murray, has gone recently through a surprising transformation as if she’d had a facelift. But she’s revealed her secret to looking at least ten years younger; a non-invasive treatment called Morpheus 8. The mother of Wimbledon champions, Jamie and Sir Andy Murray, explained that she’d spent most of her life … Read more

#CloseEyesOn: makeup artist Gucci Westman and her brand 

Makeup artist Gucci Westman and her makeup line Westman Atelier

If you’re tapped into the beauty world, you’ve likely heard about Westman Atelier, the scaled-back, high luxurious makeup brand line launched in 2018. The clean beauty brand is founded by a longtime Hollywood makeup artist, Gucci Westman, with ties to such stars as Halle Berry, Reese Witherspoon and Anne Hathaway. Her beauty tactics are sought … Read more