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Daily Mirror
a day ago
- Health
- Daily Mirror
Mum shares horror pictures after son gets henna tattoo on Bali holiday
Black henna is a growing problem and what could start off as a pretty pattern on your skin can actually leave you with gruesome burns and scarring as one mum outlined online A mum has warned of the dangers of black henna after showing the horror images of her son's temporary holiday tattoo. The parent, from Sydney, Australia, showed off the after effects of the artwork from the family trip to Bali. She shared the images to Facebook group Bali Bogans, detailing how her child received the tattoo in Seminyak. His arm broke out in a red, raised reaction seven days later. Holidaymakers are finding out the hard way that not all 'henna' ink is the same, and it can actually leave you with gruesome burns and scarring. The mum spoke about the dangers, and urged others to be sure what they're getting. 'My kiddo got a henna tattoo at Seminyak beach and had this reaction,' she wrote alongside the photos on the page. READ MORE: 'I've used £19.50 Elizabeth Arden cream since I was 40 - no one can believe I'm 80' 'It happened about a week later once we got back home thank goodness. It may not happen to you but just wanted to share anyway.' 'He has never had a reaction like this before. It's spreading but no pain and just incredibly itchy,' The boy was prescribed cream, antibiotics and is now taking antihistamines, she added. Another parent added her own experience on the facebook group after her child suffered something similar. 'She was prescribed cortisone when we got back to Australia … healed nicely but left a white marking of the tattoo for a month or so," the woman said. 'Sadly I don't think I have ever seen a positive post about henna tattoos in Bali. Reactions like this are common unfortunately.' NHS advice on black henna tattoos Black henna can be very dangerous, the NHS specifically warns against its use thanks to a chemical in the liquid which can be incredibly harmful to skin. Paraphenylenediamine (PPD) is legally allowed to be used in hair dyes within the EU, but this usage is strictly controlled. But black henna often contains high levels of PPD and, when applied to the skin, can cause chemical burns or allergic reactions. Advice on the official website reads: "If you see a shop or stall offering to paint black tattoos onto your skin, don't be tempted to get one. "It could leave you scarred for life and put you at risk of a life-threatening allergic reaction. "Often called "black henna" or "neutral henna" tattoos, these patterns painted onto your skin are readily available abroad. They may also be available in the UK, at festivals and fairs, and to buy online. "But the black paste used in these temporary tattoos may contain high levels of a chemical dye so powerful and toxic that it is illegal to use it on the skin in this way." How do you know if it's safe to use? Check the colour. Real henna is generally safe for the skin and has a red, orange or brown tint to it. Dr Chris Flower, director general of the Cosmetic, Toiletry and Perfumery Association. says that everyone should be suspicious of black "tattoos". "Real henna is never black, but is orange-brown," he explains. "Any very dark temporary tattoo should be treated with caution." He says there are rules to follow. If there is a list of ingredients, check for PPD and do not use the product if it contains this If in doubt, always stay away.
Daily Mail
2 days ago
- Health
- Daily Mail
Beauty fans are racing to snap up this new Elizabeth Arden SPF with 20% off - plus score free gifts when you shop
Summer is here, and if there's one thing more important than booking in multiple garden BBQs, then it is making sure you've got the right face SPF. Thankfully, Elizabeth Arden has us well and truly covered. Coined 'flawless' by impressed reviewers, the Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour® HydraPlay™ Daily Defense Nourishing Fluid SPF40 is a lightweight formula designed to hydrate and protect the skin for a glowing finish. The best part? You can score 20 per cent off for a limited time. Eight Hour HydraPlay Daily Defense Nourishing Fluid Broad Spectrum SPF 40, 50ml Designed for impressive comfort and protection, the Eight Hour® HydraPlay™ Daily Defense Nourishing Fluid boasts SPF40 protection to keep your skin shielded from UVA/UVB rays, blue light and pollution with no white cast or oily residue. The lightweight and non-sticky formula looks flawless on the skin while remaining fragrance-free and perfect for sensitive skin. MailOnline shoppers can score a huge 20 per cent off this bestselling formula when you purchase two items from the new Hydraplay™ Collection using code PLAY20. £25.60 (save £6.40) Shop That's right, MailOnline shoppers can score a huge 20 per cent off this bestselling formula when you purchase two items from the new Hydraplay™ Collection using code PLAY20, an unmissable saving on cult-favourite skincare. Better still, this exclusive code will entitle you to two free deluxe samples with your purchase of any Hydraplay product, the perfect way to try out new formulas for less. Designed for impressive comfort and protection, the Eight Hour® HydraPlay™ Daily Defense Nourishing Fluid boasts SPF40 protection to keep your skin shielded from UVA/UVB rays, blue light and pollution without any white cast or oily residue. The totally lightweight and non-sticky formula has been designed to look flawless on the skin while remaining fragrance-free and gentle on sensitive skin, ensuring no stinging in sensitive areas - with many users raving about its 'ultra-gentle formula'. 'I love how it gives my skin a healthy, dewy glow without looking oily. You can see in the close-up—my skin looks hydrated, smooth, and radiant,' wrote one impressed five-star reviewer. 'It wears beautifully under makeup and hasn't caused any irritation or breakouts, which is a big plus for my sensitive skin.' This is all thanks to the inclusion of a whole host of skin-loving ingredients that work together to deliver the perfect, glow-giving and deeply hydrating finish that's perfect for everyday wear. These include a Botanical Blend of rice and soybean oil that helps protect against the skin-ageing effects of blue light and pollution, sugar beet extract to strengthen the skin's moisture barrier and antioxidants to soothe and defend against the ageing effects of pollution. And users say it's the ' perfect SPF for summer', raving about its lightweight texture, hydrating formula and 'gorgeous glowy finish' it leaves. Ready to upgrade your sun protection? Snap up this top-rated formula and any other Hydraplay product today and save a whopping 20 per cent using code PLAY20 'I really loved this sunscreen. I've been using it nonstop since it arrived it's almost gone!' wrote one five-star reviewer. 'It has a lightweight texture, leaves no white cast, and feels hydrating without being greasy. Perfect under makeup and gentle on my sensitive skin. A daily essential!' Another added: 'This product is highly recommended. Not only has sunscreen but the hydration it provides is phenomenal and one of the best I have ever used. Definitely a must have!' 'OMG-I haven't used Elizabeth Arden for years,' a third reviewer explained. 'I forgot what great products they have. I've been using the Eight Hour HydraPlay Daily for the past month and am LOVING IT.' 'I use it in the morning in place of my moisturizer and sunscreen. It works great under my makeup and is not sticky nor does it leave a white residue.' Ready to upgrade your sun protection? Snap up this top-rated formula and any other Hydraplay product today and save a whopping 20 per cent using code PLAY20. Elizabeth Arden Hydraplay collection
Scottish Sun
4 days ago
- Health
- Scottish Sun
My skin looks so good people are shocked when I tell them I'm 70 – it's thanks to a posh cream I've been using since 40
The posh cream is currently available for over half price SKIN WIN My skin looks so good people are shocked when I tell them I'm 70 – it's thanks to a posh cream I've been using since 40 THERE are hundreds of skincare products out there that claim to banish wrinkles, but this one might just actually work. This comes as beauty fans have been raving about the stuff online, with one even claiming it's turned the clock back decades. 3 The cream is perfect for those dealing with fine lines and wrinkles Credit: Elizabeth Arden 3 Shoppers have been raving about the luxurious cream online Credit: Amazon 3 Some beauty fans look younger than their true age thanks to the cream Credit: Amazon The Elizabeth Arden Visible Difference Refining Moisture Cream Complex would normally cost £40, but it's available for just £15 right now on Amazon. And if 60 percent off wasn't tempting enough, the results speak for themselves. "This classic formula cushions skin with moisture and provides an occlusive barrier to prevent moisture loss," the description online notes. Ingredients like plant-based squalene help to "restore smoothness and radiance" while also moisturising for "softer, smoother skin." Not only that, but the cream is perfect for helping with texture and clarity - and perhaps most importantly, the appearance of fine lines. Impressively, the products has an average rating of 4.6 stars out of five on the Elizabeth Arden website too. One beauty lover said: "I've been using this for 30 years and is the very best for my sensitive skin. I am 70 and my skin looks very good." A second was also surprised by how effective it was, she said: "The cream makes my black skin feel hydrated and smooth for the whole day. "I have an oily complexion - it's visible and dermatologists have confirmed it - but with this cream my skin is not greasy and not shiny. So far it works." Botched tummy lipo made my boobs triple is size due to bizarre side effect - I'm not complaining as toy boys can't get enough And someone else claimed the cream helped them avoid wrinkles. They said: "I am 64 years old and have been using this since I was 20 years old. Hardly any wrinkles and still love using this. Hope I never have to keep selling this wonderful product." The cream is also perfect for sensitive skin, according to another shop who said: "Bought from the airport as an impulse purchase, glad I did as I have used it every day and wouldn't be without it. "I have very dry very sensitive skin sometimes with eczema and it has not caused any irritation and has greatly improved my skin texture and redness. Will repurchase." More anti-ageing tips and tricks Board-certified dermatologist Dr. Hadley King and Curel adviser shared her top tips to reverse the signs of aging - and they're all free. She previously debunked four common skincare myths, including one that Jennifer Lopez herself swears by. NO SWEET TOOTH Her first free method was to decrease sugar intake and other refined carbs. Dr. King said that almost eliminating both will "decrease aging of the skin." Eating lots of sugar ultimately causes the collagen and elastin fibers to lose their strength and flexibility, contributing to skin aging. Dr. King also encouraged people to amp up their fitness regimen. SUN SMART Dr. King challenged readers to "commit to daily sun smart behavior" because "much of the sun damage that accumulates in our skin is the result of daily incidental sun exposure." Avoid peak UV hours, seek shade, and wear UV-protective clothing. Some examples she offered were a broad-brimmed hat, UV-shielding sunglasses, and topical SPF for all exposed areas. SLEEP SOLUTION One of the most important pieces of advice Dr. King suggested was getting enough sleep. Not getting enough shut-eye per night can result in "stress [on] the body," according to the expert "Getting too little sleep has been shown to negatively affect the skin's appearance," she said.
The Sun
4 days ago
- Health
- The Sun
My skin looks so good people are shocked when I tell them I'm 70 – it's thanks to a posh cream I've been using since 40
THERE are hundreds of skincare products out there that claim to banish wrinkles, but this one might just actually work. This comes as beauty fans have been raving about the stuff online, with one even claiming it's turned the clock back decades. 3 The Elizabeth Arden Visible Difference Refining Moisture Cream Complex would normally cost £40, but it's available for just £15 right now on Amazon. And if 60 percent off wasn't tempting enough, the results speak for themselves. "This classic formula cushions skin with moisture and provides an occlusive barrier to prevent moisture loss," the description online notes. Ingredients like plant-based squalene help to "restore smoothness and radiance" while also moisturising for "softer, smoother skin." Not only that, but the cream is perfect for helping with texture and clarity - and perhaps most importantly, the appearance of fine lines. Impressively, the products has an average rating of 4.6 stars out of five on the Elizabeth Arden website too. One beauty lover said: "I've been using this for 30 years and is the very best for my sensitive skin. I am 70 and my skin looks very good." A second was also surprised by how effective it was, she said: "The cream makes my black skin feel hydrated and smooth for the whole day. "I have an oily complexion - it's visible and dermatologists have confirmed it - but with this cream my skin is not greasy and not shiny. So far it works." And someone else claimed the cream helped them avoid wrinkles. They said: "I am 64 years old and have been using this since I was 20 years old. Hardly any wrinkles and still love using this. Hope I never have to keep selling this wonderful product." The cream is also perfect for sensitive skin, according to another shop who said: "Bought from the airport as an impulse purchase, glad I did as I have used it every day and wouldn't be without it. "I have very dry very sensitive skin sometimes with eczema and it has not caused any irritation and has greatly improved my skin texture and redness. Will repurchase." More anti-ageing tips and tricks Board-certified dermatologist Dr. Hadley King and Curel adviser shared her top tips to reverse the signs of aging - and they're all free. She previously debunked four common skincare myths, including one that Jennifer Lopez herself swears by. NO SWEET TOOTH Her first free method was to decrease sugar intake and other refined carbs. Dr. King said that almost eliminating both will "decrease aging of the skin." Eating lots of sugar ultimately causes the collagen and elastin fibers to lose their strength and flexibility, contributing to skin aging. Dr. King also encouraged people to amp up their fitness regimen. SUN SMART Dr. King challenged readers to "commit to daily sun smart behavior" because "much of the sun damage that accumulates in our skin is the result of daily incidental sun exposure." Avoid peak UV hours, seek shade, and wear UV-protective clothing. Some examples she offered were a broad-brimmed hat, UV-shielding sunglasses, and topical SPF for all exposed areas. SLEEP SOLUTION One of the most important pieces of advice Dr. King suggested was getting enough sleep. Not getting enough shut-eye per night can result in "stress [on] the body," according to the expert "Getting too little sleep has been shown to negatively affect the skin's appearance," she said. How to reverse ageing in just 2 weeks, according to royal go-to nutritionist LONDON -based Gabriela Peacock, who has helped the likes of Prince Harry and Princess Eugenie prepare for their weddings. She told Fabulous: 'The science is evident that we all have the power to make simple life changing alterations to better our future selves - no matter what genetic hand we might have been dealt with. 'The reality is, we all sometimes indulge in unhealthy eating habits like processed foods, smoking cigarettes, drinking too much alcohol, inhaling city pollutants, and even drinking water from plastic bottles – none of this is good for us. 'All this does is promote the ageing process, but we all have the potential to change this.' It may be hard, but try to keep away from sugary carbohydrates, because they feed chronic inflammation, which is one of the worst enemies of reversing ageing. Now only will you end up putting on weight if you consume them regularly, but your energy and hormonal levels will be affected and this will influence how you look and feel. Whatever your age or state of health, it's never too late to reverse how quickly you are ageing and embrace the energy and vigour of a younger you. Antioxidants, such as vitamins A, C, and E, are essential in neutralising free radicals—the culprits behind premature ageing. Integrating a spectrum of colourful fruits and vegetables into your diet provides a potent source of antioxidants. Omega-3 fatty acids, abundant in fatty fish like salmon and flaxseeds, are vital for maintaining skin elasticity and hydration. Omega-3s act as nourishment for your skin, locking in moisture and diminishing fine lines and wrinkles. Collagen, a structural protein dwindling with age, can be replenished through collagen-rich foods like bone broth and lean protein sources.
Daily Mirror
4 days ago
- Politics
- Daily Mirror
Donald Trump reacts to WW3 threat like a 'neighbour wheelie bin row'
US President Donald Trump waited a few hours before reacting directly to Iran's attempted missile strikes in Qatar, but then launched a characteristic monologue on his Truth Social website Donald Trump's social media reaction to Iran attacking a US air base was similar to a neighbour "ending a gripe about someone's wheelie bins being put out too early", a body language expert has revealed. The US President waited a few hours before reacting directly to Iran's attempted missile strikes in Qatar, but then launched a characteristic monologue on his Truth Social website. Trump said Iran's response was "very weak", and he hoped they'd "gotten it all out of their 'system'". He also said he hoped peace would return to the region, and that no Americans were harmed during the attack. Trump finished his post with: "Thank you for your attention to this matter!" 'I've used £19.50 Elizabeth Arden cream since I was 40 - no one can believe I'm 80' That final line wouldn't look out place in a common neighbourhood row, which made the whole situation very bizarre, according to body language expert Judi James. She told the Mirror: "There's something surreal about seeing a situation like this played out on social media using the kind of wording and punctuation that you'd normally see from a neighborhood complaint, even down to the 'Thank you for your attention to this matter!' at the end, which in the UK would normally end a gripe about someone's wheelie bins being put out too early." Trump thanked Iran for early notice of the impending attack, so the US could evacuate troops and be spared any casualties; a tactic Iran had previously employed. The missile attack was a retaliatory strike, after the US authorised airstrikes on three of Iran's nuclear bunkers last weekend. Trump posted on his Truth Social last night: "Iran has officially responded to our Obliteration of their Nuclear Facilities with a very weak response, which we expected, and have very effectively countered. There have been 14 missiles fired — 13 were knocked down, and 1 was 'set free,' because it was headed in a nonthreatening direction. "I am pleased to report that NO Americans were harmed, and hardly any damage was done. Most importantly, they've gotten it all out of their 'system,' and there will, hopefully, be no further HATE. "I want to thank Iran for giving us early notice, which made it possible for no lives to be lost, and nobody to be injured. Perhaps Iran can now proceed to Peace and Harmony in the Region, and I will enthusiastically encourage Israel to do the same. Thank you for your attention to this matter! "DONALD J. TRUMP, PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA" Trump's post was most likely relatively rushed by the president, as there's a general thought-trail following the entire thread, added Ms James. There was also a hint of disappointment in his word - like a parent that's been let down by their child, she said. "There's a stream of consciousness feel to Trump's message here as though he's sat down and run it off rather than pulled in a team of diplomatic experts to craft it. In the usual Trump style this makes it feel personal. "Even words like the 'very weak response' and the suggestion that they have hopefully 'gotten it all out of their system' sound like a cross between resilient come-back and an almost parental-sounding disapproval. "Trump puts the word 'HATE' into capitals to send a very simple, emphatic message to end the hate and he even seems to use a carrot technique rather than the stick when he thanks Iran 'for giving early notice....', which seems to hint at some directional middle ground to achieve his goal of 'Peace and Harmony'. "Trump is a master when it comes to carrot/stick debating and he seems to use something of that technique here, sounding almost pugilistic one moment and then open to reason the next, offering to 'encourage' that Peace and Harmony himself. The verbal tone towards the end seems to point to a move towards peace rather than the use of threats." The Iranian attack on US forces at Qatar's Al Udeid Air Base marked Tehran's first act of direct retaliation against the US since Trump ordered strikes on Iran's nuclear facilities. Leon Panetta, who served as CIA director and defense secretary under former President Barack Obama, said Iran's restrained response suggests that "their ability to respond has probably been damaged pretty badly". He also said it's a potential signal "they're not interested in escalating the war, either with Israel or the United States." Hours before Iran launched its attack on Monday, the U.S. Embassy in Qatar issued an alert on its website urging American citizens in the energy-rich nation to "shelter in place until further notice." The Qatari government issued an extraordinary order to shut its busy airspace.
