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Scrubbing a bath is one of the most dreaded chores in any household. It’s time-consuming, back-breaking, and usually involves harsh-smelling products that leave your hands dry and your nose burning.But thankfully, there’s a cheaper, more natural way to get your tub looking brand new without all the elbow grease. According to cleaning expert Nigel Bearman from Daily Poppins, there is a simple 55p hack that can slash your scrubbing time in half - and it comes straight from your fruit bowl. Bearman recommends using grapefruit, a fruit packed with citric acid that naturally breaks down soap scum and grime. He said: "Grapefruit contains citric acid which helps to quickly break down soap scum and grime found in baths and showers.It acts as a natural cleaning agent and dissolves through tough ...

A vet has revealed why some cats may only eat when their owner is present and what this behaviour signifies.Cat lovers are well-acquainted with the peculiar quirks of their feline friends, from kneading to following their humans around the house, they have a unique way to express their thoughts and emotions.Dr Katrina Warren, a veterinarian known for her appearances on the TODAY show, has discussed on her social media the reasons behind cats sometimes preferring their owners' company during mealtime and its implications."Did you know there are some cats that like to have their owners around when they eat, and they eat a whole lot more when they are there or really close to them," Dr Katrina shared in her TikTok video.She elaborated: "It's got a name called affection eating, and it can b...

If you’re after a Mother's Day beauty box in time for March 30, then now is the time to buy, as these tend to sell out. We got our hands on a number of boxes this year to give you our honest opinion on whether they are worth your money – and, of course, consider whether they are a genuinely useful and covetable gift for the mum figure in your life. Next, Lookfantastic, and Marks and Spencer all offer curated collections, as does another high-street stalwart: Boots.We all know and love Boots for its huge selection of affordable and high-end beauty brands. The contents of its Mother's Day offering are worth £221.50, but the box only costs £55 – a saving of £166.50, more than both Next and Lookfantastic’s boxes. The Boots box contains skincare, fragrance, hair treatments, and makeup. For m...

We’ve all been there — too exhausted to remove our makeup and ending up falling asleep in it, or rushed through a skincare routine just to check it off the list.If it makes you feel any better, new research from Irish beauty brand Sculpted By Aimee, reveals that nearly 40% of women admit to doing the exact same thing.The makeup and skincare brand, founded in 2016 by makeup artist Aimee Connolly, had 2,914 women based in the UK and Ireland participate.Studies show that 36.8% of participants sleep in their makeup when tired and 47.3% don’t remove their makeup after exercising.These seemingly harmless patterns could, in fact, have serious consequences for your skin’s health.To better illustrate the potential damage, Sculpted by Aimee collaborated with cosmetic dermatologist Dr Nora Jaafar,...

With Spring on the horizon, shoppers may be starting to think about what to wear when the warmer weather finally hits. Fashion fans are raving about the 'perfect' transitional piece from Roman; a charming dress ideal for sunnier days that's also cosy enough to layer under a jumper.The garment in question is the Patchwork Floral Stretch Jersey Dress, priced at £36 and covered with a delightful pink floral patchwork pattern suitable for the upcoming season. To sweeten the deal, buyers can enjoy a 10% discount on full-priced items for a limited time when they enter the special code BLISS at the checkout. This brings the price of the gorgeous dress down to £32.40.A revamp of Roman's sought-after stretch jersey midi dress, the frock is available in sizes 10 to 20 and boasts all-day comfort w...

Meghan Markle caused a frenzy after fans finally discovered the exact dress she was wearing in her Valentine's Day photo with Prince Harry.The Duchess of Sussex posted a new black and white photo with her husband on Friday to mark the special day and accompanied it with a sweet message.In the photo, the couple are seen casually dressed and sharing a kiss midway through a meal.Meghan wrote: "Back home taking care of our babies, and missing my Valentine, as he continues on at the Invictus Games, changing lives and reminding all of us of the power of healing and resilience through these incredible veterans and their families."Beyond proud of my husband and what he's created. My love, I will eat burgers & fries and fish & chips with you forever. Thank you for you. #lovewins"Meghan's...