The return of the braid If there is one thing we can conclude from watching the 2015 spring runway shows it is this: the braid is back. Today we are looking back at the history of braids and giving you an overview of some of this season’s best braided hairstyles. Braids throughout history Braided hairstyles […]
Costly Swiss drugs – why pain continues despite strong franc
Medicines are expensive in Switzerland and while a number of groups such as Santé Suisse are working hard to secure savings, the problem of relatively high prices continues. High drug prices persist in Switzerland for three key reasons. 1. Too many branded drugs There are two kinds of drugs: branded and generic drugs with expired-patents. […]
How much could you be saving on beauty treatments?
With a global revenue of 379 billion dollars in 2013 and a predicted worldwide turnover of at least 461 billion dollars by 2018 the beauty industry is positively booming. And it is not just cosmetic products that we are spending money on. We are also spending billions of dollars a year on spa services. A […]
Don’t miss spring’s top 5 make-up trends
As the seasons change so do the make-up trends and that is why today we are having a closer look at some of this year’s hottest spring make-up looks. 1. Winged eyeliner This spring we are going back to basics with the return of the classic winged eyeliner. Bold graphic looks are out, precise eyeliner […]
Five top fashion trends for spring 2015
In just a few days winter will be officially over and that is why today we are showing you five of the best fashion trends for the 2015 spring season. Take a look! 1. Yellow Nothing says bye bye winter like a serious pop of color and this spring yellow is the way to go. […]
5 things you need to know about fat
Many doctors and much advertising have promoted low-fat diets and low-fat products. Western society has responded to this by significantly reducing fat consumption, however according to the World Health Organisation (WHO), worldwide obesity has more than doubled since 1980. Clearly, eating less fat is not making us more healthy. Why is this? 1. Bodies cannot […]
Feeling flat? Here are the top 3 post-winter detox tips
Three detox tips for a healthier body and a happier mind Stress, chronic fatigue, depression and unexplained allergies are just some of the typical 21st-century problems that people nowadays are being faced with and it is all taking its toll on our physical and mental health. But the good news is that we can do […]
Swiss tourism focusing on quality – and eco-awareness
Following the recent 15 percent drop of the Euro to the Swiss franc making neighbouring Eurozone countries cheaper than Switzerland, Swiss tourism is seeking ways of alleviating the extra costs while embracing more long-term and innovative approaches. The southern Alpine resort of Leukerbad is focusing on year-round quality and a diversity of activities to attract […]
Swiss landlords stop smoking at home
In Switzerland the communal areas of most apartment buildings were declared smoke-free about five years ago, so the present debate has moved to the inconvenient ‘neighbourhood effects’ of cigarette smoke from those who puff away on thier balconies or at an open window. Since the prohibition on smoking in public places, more and more smokers […]
The most popular men’s make-up
Johnny Depp, Pete Wentz, Russell Brand and Adam Lambert are all known for wearing heavy make-up on the red carpet. But don’t be fooled. These are far from the only Hollywood men who get a little help in the looks department before appearing in public. You may not be able to spot it, but virtually […]
