Bath & Body

That's a pretty outrageous statement, right? It's hard to believe that these days, we can have our crooked teeth corrected in as little as six months. Late last year I was invited to have a consultation with Dr. Baisi — a member of The Invisible Orthodontist group. This group of orthodontists specialise in Invisalign, those magical, near-invisible braces. Of course I jumped at the chance because while my teeth aren't that crooked, they are crowded in the front and it has always bothered me. I've considered having Invisalign fitted for years, so this was finally the push I needed to find out if it would work for me. To hear about my initial consult, keep reading.

To celebrate International Women's Day on March 8, L'Occitane is allowing women to indulge in a little bit of self-pampering while giving back at the same time. The beauty brand is releasing its Solidarity Fundraising Soap ($4) which is made from fair-trade shea butter and produced in a completely women-run factory in African nation Burkina Faso. All of the proceeds from the soap sales will help build literacy centres for women there. Pick up your soap on March 8 and help spread some girl power around the world. Who said beauty was a shallow affair?

Sounds like a superhero and you know what? It kinda is. Goe Oil is a rescue balm of sorts that can be used anywhere and everywhere — a bit like your trusty paw paw ointment. The one pictured here is Jao Brand Goe Oil ($40), and it is 100 percent natural — no nasties to speak of. But what's in it and how does it work, you scream? Keep reading.

Easy, care-free beauty is something to look forward to in the Summer, but becoming delinquent with your daily upkeep can cause your hair and skin to go from glowing to dull very quickly. Luckily, it's easy to breathe life back into your routine with a few simple steps. Give yourself a seasonal tune-up with these beauty-saving products, after the jump.

Tubs get all the attention as bathroom relaxation stations. If you live in a small space that's shower-only, though, you can still create a beauty retreat at home. While you might not have the spare change to transform your shower stall into a Vichy palace, there are a few easy additions you can make to promote a spa-like experience. Get your construction-free renovation list when you keep reading.