Beautiful you

True happiness comes when you stop comparing yourself to others. Reignite your self-confidence and find inspiration in our stories of people who made happiness a habit, through beauty rituals and self-appreciation.

3 May 2024

Second Act

How I beat a midlife confidence crisis at 49

Rosie Green followed life coach Tiwalola Ogunlesi's practical steps to rebuilding confidence and think positively

Why dressing up happy sets me up for success

Beauty entrepreneur, Pauline Paterson explains why her colourful wardrobe is more than just a fashion statement

Why I won't stand for Declan Rice's girlfriend Lauren Fryer being trolled

England footballer Declan's partner has been subjected to nasty comments online

I’m a 47 year old Beauty Editor who is proud of her wrinkles

Donna Francis explains why she believes that real skin is making a comeback, even in this AI generated era

I silenced my inner critic and become more confident than ever

Psychotherapist Tasha Bailey explains how simple changes can make a huge difference to overcoming that negative inner voice

How investing in new underwear gave me a confidence boost in my 40s

Rosie Green on finding the perfect underwear for mid-life

How painting nudes repaired my relationship with my body

Artist Sophie Tea's work celebrates beauty in all forms, helping women embrace their bodies

How a facial helped me rediscover the joy of human touch

Omorovicza's Andrassy facial isn't just good for your skin - it's great for your mental health

Ask a life coach: How can I stop comparing myself to others?

HELLO!'s resident life coach, Hattie MacAndrews shares how to overcome comparison culture

Why did nobody tell me I would get acne in my 20s? Everything I did to get my skin glow back

From go-to skincare products to dermatologist-approved tips, how to heal angry breakouts in your twenties

7 non-negotiable confidence habits I wish I’d known when I was younger

How to silence your inner critic, tried-and-tested by the experts

Perimenopause inspired me to grow out my grey - then dye it back again

Celebrity make up artist Donna May Clitheroe, 46 shares her story with HELLO!

Why I'm absolutely not 'dressing for my age' at 54

Personal stylist Lisa Talbot shares why dressing for your age can be a confidence killer

I'm 45 and my skin has never looked so fresh - here's how

HELLO!'s Sophie Hamilton is now a Hydrafacial and Pressotherapy convert

Ageism made me feel overlooked – now I'm more confident than ever

Caroline Wood, 65, was overlooked at work due to her appearance, but following a non-surgical facelift she feels back to her old self

20 easy ways to show yourself love this Valentine's Day

Because February 14th should be about loving yourself too

This daily ritual helped me appreciate my body

It might seem like a chore, but dedicating time to looking after your body can help you appreciate yourself, says psychotherapist Lauren Baird

How to feel happier with very little effort

Personal stylist Sian Clarke shares why adding colour to your wardrobe can brighten up every day

Being self-conscious isn't always a bad thing, according to Emma Willis

TV presenter Emma Willis reveals her attitude to ageing and being confident in the skin you’re in

Hair thinning drove me to change my career and transform my life

Beauty entrepreneur, Kuldeep Knox 34, explains why instinct and fearlessness encouraged her to make bold decisions

I'm 34 - why am I still expected to look how I did when I was 18?

Selena Gomez revealed she's had a hard time accepting her changing body, and I can relate.

Why the entertainment industry has a long way to go when it comes to Afro hair

Singer and Hollyoaks actress shares Jamelia how the entertainment industry is still doing Afro hair a disservice - here's how she's doing her bit

How beauty experts are making January brighter from £8

Feeling fed up of January? Us too. To help ease the blues HELLO!'s Beauty Collective shares their tips for boosting your mood

How to get your fashion mojo back in your 40s and beyond

The Feel Good Fashion Coach Miranda Holder shares her advice for feeling your very best in midlife

Helen Mirren shares ‘uncomfortable’ career moment that inspired her to break the beauty ‘rules’

The Queen star spoke to HELLO! about ageism in the film industry, and her approach to growing older and breaking the rules

Embracing self-love at 40: how I transformed my life through the power of list making and body positivity

Body image activist Michelle Osbourne tells HELLO! how achieving simple goals unlocked her happiness

I swear by this must-have skincare ingredient to soothe my problem skin – and experts agree

Suffer with acne? HELLO! speaks to experts about skincare regimes

Selena Gomez just killed comparison culture with her 'truthful and authentic' Botox comments – and we have a lot to thank her for

There's something rare about a beauty brand founder being so open

I’m a 47-year-old Beauty Editor and thanks to Pam, I’m wearing less makeup this party season