Hill had no intention of going public about her shocking story until her doctor encouraged her to speak out to educate others on the disease.

Technology that has its roots in video games and movies could enable people to sample makeup on their smartphones in 3D, making pharmacy testing stations obsolete.

People could perceive your post-surgery personality differently, too, new research suggests.

There are more mindful ways of looking stylish than scouring the shelves of Topshop, writes Lee Suckling.

A New Zealand textile company has launched a high-tech and fashionable range of underwear it believes will solve the "silent epidemic" of incontinence.

A new spring campaign, I'm No Angel, aims to prove that "all women are sexy" regardless of society's traditional or stereotypical views on beauty.

A celebrity dermatologist has been found dead, after being left "devastated" by his unflattering portrayal in a new comedy series created by Tina Fey.

As we move into autumn not only does our wardrobe change, but our hair and skin condition changes too.

Chanel fashion designer Karl Lagerfield's cat earned a cool US$4.2 million last year. That's a whole lot of sardines.

The Government has relented to a campaign to ban animal trials for the second time in a year, this time within the cosmetics industry.

David Beckham has been undeniably upstaged by his best friend James Corden in a spoof video for the British comic's new TV endeavour.

Scientists have mapped the features of the world's most beautiful men and women - and Natalie Portman and David Gandy are the closest real-life examples.

Dr Greg Taylor has been a plastic surgeon for 30 years. He talks about alpacas, racing cars and middle-aged insecurity.

A former lecturer has been branded the "world's hottest maths teacher" after students discovered he is also a fashion model who is "addicted to training".

Reach for a jacket for cooler days.

Local brands update that much-loved land girl look for a reliable take on casual dressing.

Last year scientists declared we had reached a "peak beard" situation. Bearded hipsters, they said, would start picking up their razors in the realisation that their facial hair was no longer unique.

A small NZ beauty company has recorded a breakthrough in scientific tests.

To celebrate Queen Bey's foray in to footwear, we round up five more high profile designers.

While many people find the salt and pepper look appealing, others go to great lengths to conceal these locks.

Children whose ears stick out may be self-conscious. But a new study shows that while large ears may catch the eye, the trait doesn't carry a social stigma.

Sir Elton John is unlikely to be buying any more Dolce & Gabbana, and he doesn't want the rest of us to either.

There’s good reason for the measures to be more broadly accepted. But what could it mean for retailers' bottom line?

Fashion that exaggerates the hourglass figure is booming in popularity - and it's not just the Fifty Shades effect. Clare Coulson gets to the bottom of the phenomenon.

Liv Tyler, who gave birth to her son last month six weeks early, stars in Proenza Schouler's new spring campaign video, Legs Are Not Doors.

Mix and match your prints for a splash of style.

Burger King to launch Flame-Grilled, a fragrance inspired by the Whopper - but it's out on April's Fools Day.

Tailored separates elevate denim to the next level.