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We want to inspire, empower & give you the advice you're looking for. All women deserve useful & honest information about their health – we want to do this whilst helping you feel good about who you are

Your A-Z guide to menopause signs & symptoms (& what may help)

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The Boots how-to guide to kegel exercises

Why adding pelvic floor muscle training into your workout could make all the difference (& how to do them)

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14 things everyone curious (but reluctant) about using a menstrual cup needs to know

From whether they’re messy to ways to insert & remove one (comfortably), we ask the experts to weigh in & dispel common menstrual cup myths

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What are the best sex lubes to use?

From best tasting to best-selling, find the ideal lube for you here…

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How to build a menopause support kit

Don’t face the menopause empty-handed, go into it equipped with our top picks

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What is vaginismus?

Experiencing painful sex? You’re not alone. We ask the experts to lift the lid on this often misunderstood condition; its symptoms & treatment options

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How to sleep in the heat, according to sleep experts

Because being hot in bed isn’t always a good thing

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Tom Daley: “It’s amazing that I get to help break down the stereotypes of what it means to wear make-up”

We sat down with the Olympic champion diver & activist for a deep-dive into his love of nail art, knitting & disco, & what he hopes his role as Rimmel’s first male global ambassador will help bring to the wider beauty conversation

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How the menstrual cycle can impact mood & what can help

PMS mood swings can create a huge shift in our lives during the run-up to our period. But what are they, & can we really find some control over the effects of our hormones?

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How the menstrual cycle can affect sleep: an expert’s guide

If you’re someone who menstruates, do you find that your sleeping patterns fluctuate throughout your monthly cycle? If so, it could be your hormones talking. We find out what we can do to help reduce the effects for a more restful month’s slumber

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Living with endometriosis: what 4 women wish everyone knew

“Endometriosis isn’t all about bad periods.” We speak to four women about their experiences with endometriosis, from what’s helped manage their symptoms to how it really affects their day-to-day lives

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Tasha Ghouri: “9 things I wish everyone knew about being deaf”

From the lip reading to dancing, dating & more, Love Island star Tasha Ghouri shares what day-to-day life as a deaf woman is really like – & the things she wishes everyone knew

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Everything you need to know about lube

From what lube is to how to use it and how to find the right type for your needs, here’s our ultimate guide

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7 of our most popular sex toys – & how to choose the right one

Meet the products creating a buzz online

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10 menopause myths, busted by the experts

From when it can start to when it stops & if you can get pregnant, we speak to the experts to debunk the myths

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You’ve had your first period – here's everything you need to know & top products for your kit

From the PMS signs to watch out for to preparing your first period kit, we’ve got you covered

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How the menstrual cycle can affect your skin & what can help at each stage

Can it be a good idea to sync a skincare routine to your menstrual cycle? We find out

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Surrogacy: Sophie Beresiner on her surrogacy journey

The award-winning journalist shares her experience of being a mother to a surrogate baby

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8 different types of STIs

Get clued up

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From closing the orgasm gap to consent: what safe and pleasurable sex means today

“It’s time to reframe what we see as successful sex and instead tailor sex to what feels good to you.” We speak to NHS doctor and sexual wellness influencer Dr Tihesia Riley on everything from communication to non-penetrative pleasure and more

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What to do if the man in your life has premature ejaculation (PE) or erectile dysfunction (ED)

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The perimenopause monologues: 3 women share their stories

From managing signs and symptoms to how it’s affected their work and relationships, those experiencing the perimenopause speak openly about their journeys and what’s helped them

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What you need to know about hormones

From understanding what they are to what they do & what you can do to help keep them in balance

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6 menopause symptoms we need to talk about

From top to toe, show your body the love & care it deserves during the menopause

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The most googled questions on sexual health

We answer the most googled questions on sexual health, from its importance to how sexual health checks work

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Your ultimate guide to tracking your menstrual cycle – & how to use it to optimise your month

Could working with your menstrual cycle be the key to having a more productive month? From socialising to work & exercise, we find out how to go with your flow, & rate three of the most popular period-tracking apps

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10 of the most common questions 3 gynaecology experts get asked, answered

The pros are here to help

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6 things that happen during a cervical screening

Overcome 'smear fear'

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The different types of sex toys

We’ve partnered with Smile Makers to help you unlock the wonders of the female orgasm. Thank us later

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Vaginal discharge decoded – what should your discharge look like?

The experts break down everything you need to know about vaginal discharge, from what it is to when you should see your GP

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Self-pleasure: why it’s important & what the benefits are

Everything you ever wanted to know about masturbation, from the physical benefits to how it may help boost self-confidence & tips to make it work for you and your sexual wellness

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The Menopause Monologues: Jackie Handy

After a hysterectomy for endometriosis, Diversity & Inclusion consultant, Jackie Handy, 49, didn’t realise what hit her when she entered medically induced menopause

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The Menopause Monologues: Maria Tumolo

Sex during menopause is better than ever, admits content creator Maria Tumolo, 47, in this, the third in our menopause series in conjunction with TENA

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The Menopause Monologues: Veena Nayyar

Beauty therapist Veena Nayyar thought her mood swings were down to juggling life & work – Veena explains how they were actually a symptom of menopause & shares her insights

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The Menopause Monologues: Clare Shepherd

Clare, 67, talks about the freedom, adventure & confidence that being ‘beyond menopause’ brings

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The Menopause Monologues: Aiofe Rafter

Blogger Aoife, 29, has experienced both cancer & the menopause. In the first of our series of powerful interviews – co-created with TENA – she gives a no-holds-barred account of her symptoms & how she’s coped

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The Menopause Monologues: Fatima Truscott

Freelance stylist & writer Fatima Truscott, 44, had no clue about perimenopause until she had to investigate surprising symptoms

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We answer the most searched questions on Google about menopause

From 'What are the 34 symptoms?' to 'What signals the end?' here are the answers to the questions that you’ve been searching for

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3 stories from neurodivergent women

With research of neurodivergent conditions traditionally focussing on men, it has been harder for women to get accurate diagnoses

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Meet the mother-daughter duo who’ve made it their mission to help you love the skin you’re in

Elisa Goodkind & Lily Mandelbaum, the founders of StyleLikeU, share the lessons they’ve learned through their radically honest storytelling platform 

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How to exercise around your menstrual cycle

Discover how planning a fitness regime around your menstrual cycle could help you work with  – instead of against – your body

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What it takes to be an endo warrior with Stef Williams

The fitness and wellness influencer (@stef.williams) shares her experiences of living with endometriosis

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