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The Sun
22-05-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Major retailer discounts Andrex bulk buy to just £9 — it costs £13 at Asda and Ocado
LET'S face it: no one's enthusiastic about buying toilet paper. However, it's a less tedious task when you can get it for more than 40% off. Andrex Ultimate Quilts Toilet Paper 24 Rolls, £14.75 £9.01 from Amazon Amazon has slashed the price of a 24-pack of Andrex Ultimate Quilts toilet roll from £14.75 to £9.01. The deal is part of the retailer's first-ever 'Everyday Essentials Week', which has seen discounts on an array of household staples. You can get the bulk buy for £8.56 if you opt in to Amazon's 'Subscribe and Save' programme; you can choose to receive it every month or two, ensuring you won't run out. For comparison, Ocado and Asda sell the same 24-pack for £12.99 and £12.98 respectively. It's the lowest price the deal has ever been on Amazon; the previous lowest price was £12.31. That works out at just 36p per roll (or 0.2p per sheet, if you want to get really specific). Andrex calls Ultimate Quilts its "Most Comfortable Clean", thanks to its three-ply quilted "air pocket texture" — it's approved by the British Skin Foundation. It's also approved by the Forest Stewardship Council, meaning that it's sourced from responsibly managed forests or recycled materials. Andrex also commits to using 50% recycled materials in its packaging, and the packaging is fully recyclable. The popularity of Andrex Ultimate is evident, with more than 10,000 people purchasing it in the last month alone. The best deals on household essentials this week *If you a click a link in this article, we may earn affiliate revenue. Our team of shopping experts are constantly on the lookout for the best deals on household essentials — whether that's pantry staples, laundry pods or necessities like kitchen and loo rolls. Here are the best deals we've spotted at Amazon this week: Nescafé Instant Cappuccino Sachets x12, £4 £2.23 - buy here Walkers Cheese and Onion Crisps 45g x32, £35.20 £19.20 - buy here Mutti Chopped Tomatoes x6, £9.18 £6 - buy here Ellis Harper Fridge Deodoriser, £13.99 £8.39 - buy here Ecover Non-Bio Laundry Detergent, £10 £6.65 - buy here Ariel The Big One Laundry Pods x69, £39 £24.50 - buy here Vanish Gold Oxi Action Plus Super Concentrated 500g, £10 £4.62 - buy here Fairy Outdoorable Fabric Conditioner x8, £40 £28 - buy here Spesh by Cusheen Lemon Scented Toilet Roll x72, £34.99 £23.99 - buy here Duck Fresh Discs x3, £15 £8.55 - buy here Biodegradable 20L Bin Liners x100, £12.99 £7.12 - buy here Mr Muscle Drain Unblocker x2, £8.56 £5.48- buy here It holds a very impressive 4.7 star rating on Amazon, from over 800 reviews. One satisfied customer wrote: 'Great soft toilet paper. Good value for money and quick delivery. Great use for all the family. Lasted ages which is great and good price.' Another review highlighted the benefit of a 24-pack: '[Lasts] much longer than other brands, the cheap stuff is just air. This is soft and tightly packed, lasts ages.' For those still on the fence, one enthusiastic reviewer summed it up perfectly: 'If you're still using generic brand toilet paper, treat yourself to Andrex and experience the, ahem, end game of toilet luxury.'
Daily Mail
29-04-2025
- Health
- Daily Mail
Skin expert warns 'most people' mistake deadly cancer for harmless bite - but there's one key difference EVERYONE should know
A leading skin expert has warned that far too many are mistaking potentially deadly skin cancer s for harmless bug bites. In an Instagram video viewed 300,000 times, dermatologist Dr Aleksandra Brown, said that thousands could be risking their lives by dismissing the second most common form of skin cancer — squamous cell carcinoma. More than 25,000 people in the UK are diagnosed with the condition every year. While it is highly survivable in early stages, when spotted late it can spread to other areas of the body, making it more difficult to treat. And thousands do not know the vital signs according to Dr Brown. 'Most often patients come in thinking that they have a cyst or a little thorn or it was just a little bug bite that got tender,' said Dr Brown, who is based in Virginia in the US. 'If you have a tender spot on a sun-exposed site that has not gone away in two weeks then it is not a cyst, it is not a thorn, it is not a spider bite. 'It is probably a squamous cell carcinoma. Please see a dermatologist and have it biopsied.' Dr Brown also urged the public to take preventative steps to avoid the disease. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Dr. Aleksandra Brown (@draleksandrabrown) 'You can prevent these by wearing sunscreen on sun-exposed sites,' she said. 'Sometimes this can be hard, if you work outside, you can wear SPF sleeves which are easier than reapplying sunscreen throughout the day.' Squamous cell carcinoma is a non melanoma skin cancer. The main difference between both is the type of cell in which they develop and the pace at which they develop. Melanoma tends to spread faster in your body than non-melanoma. Non melanoma skin cancer accounts for 20 per cent of all cancers and 90 per cent of all skin cancers. Experts warn that squamous cell carcinoma can vary in appearance. The British Association of Dermatologists say that most look scaly or crusty, raised and rough as they originate from the outer layer of the skin. Underneath the scale, there may be an ulcer that bleeds easily, although this is not always the case. The body adds that the lesion can also be sore or tender. The carcinoma can occur on any part of the skin, but they are more common on sun exposed sites such as the head, ears, lip, neck and back of the hands. The British Skin Foundation warns that some are more at risk than others. For instance, those who are immunosuppressed—either due to medical treatment or conditions like HIV—as well as people who are fair skinned and more susceptible to sunburn are more likely to be diagnosed. In order to combat the risk of skin cancer, the NHS recommends that Britons wear sunscreen when spending time in the sun, regardless of the temperature. The health service also recommends, during spring and summer, that people spend time in the shade between 11am and 3pm, when the sun is at its strongest. Another recommendation is to wear suitable protective clothing such as a brimmed hat and a long-sleeved top. Studies show that when caught early the five year survival rate for cancer is 99 per cent.
Telegraph
10-03-2025
- Health
- Telegraph
Do I really need a perimenopause moisturiser?
Plummeting hormones have much to answer for – enter the jowls, wrinkles, crepey skin and dry, dull skin tone triggered during perimenopause that only become more pronounced as our hormones and collagen reserves deplete further during menopause. Beauty brands have quickly caught on to the fact we're all becoming more aware of how our hormones can affect our skin too – this year has seen a raft of menopause-specific skincare launches – from hormone-balancing moisturisers and serums to eye creams and cleansers. Not to mention the burgeoning social media trend that's seen some women applying HRT oestrogen gel directly to their faces in a bid to improve their perimenopausal skin problems. 'This trend is concerning,' warns Dr Sonia Khorana, a dermatology expert and cosmetic doctor. 'Oestrogen gel isn't designed for facial use and could cause unwanted and even dangerous hormonal and dermatological effects. There's no proven benefit that HRT gel improves wrinkles and using it on the face increases the risk of health conditions, as well as acne, pigmentation and facial hair, too.' So whilst this extreme measure is clearly a no-no, there's no denying menopause specific skincare is having a moment, with added ingredients like phytoestrogens and soy isoflavones touted to help address the dryness and hormonal skin problems associated with perimenopause. So do we really need to throw out our existing skincare and invest in menopause-specific products instead? The British Skin Foundation advises proceeding with caution. 'Menopausal creams may promise to rejuvenate ageing skin and combat dryness. However, the evidence supporting these claims is often anecdotal or based on limited studies… you do not necessarily need a 'menopause' moisturiser.' And what about the wrinkle-improving products many of us are already using – aren't these good enough for midlife? 'Absolutely. Many well-formulated products already contain key ingredients to target perimenopausal skin concerns, such as retinoids, peptides, antioxidants and hydrators, without needing a 'menopause' label,' says Khorana. 'Menopause-targeted skincare can be beneficial if people aren't sure where to start with their skin in midlife, but it's not necessary if you're already using products that already address skin ageing concerns – so always be mindful of falling for misleading menopause product claims and 'menowashing' in skincare.' I tried the latest peri-menopause skincare to combat my own midlife skin concerns. Are they worth the investment? Key concern: Saggy skin At 40, jowls weren't on my radar, but fast-forward to 44 and my cheeks are heading towards my disappearing jawline. 'No amount of skincare can prevent saggy skin,' explains Khorana, 'but incorporating a good-quality retinal or retinol at night to help stimulate collagen production to increase firmness and also a brightening antioxidant product to help protect against age-accelerating free radicals during the day are key.' Made of More Brightening Day Shield, £58, Made of More; SkinCeuticals CE Ferulic, £165, SkinCeuticals For daytime, I've been trying new perimenopause skincare brand Made of More's Brightening Day Shield, which claims to 'tackle the rollercoaster ride of dermatological symptoms associated with fluctuating hormones' using antioxidant cannabigerol (CBG), hemp seed oil, peptides and Superox-C, a form of Vitamin C. Whilst this lightweight gel sunk in beautifully, I didn't notice it having a more significant impact on skin firmness and tone than my long-time favourite antioxidant, SkinCeuticals CE Ferulic, which, although has a heftier price tag, is clinically-proven to help firm and protect skin from environmental aggressors. I come back to this product time again because it works. Key concern: Deep lines and wrinkles There's a buzz around peptides right now – the proteins in skincare that help encourage deep lines to relax so wrinkles are less noticeable. 'Whilst collagen peptides won't have the same effect as Botox, regular use signals your skin cells to make collagen, which can help skin appear less wrinkly over time,' explains Khorana. Lixirskin Night Switch Phytoestrogen & Peptide, £32, lixirskin; Meder Myo-Fix, £99, Meder by Dr Tiina Meder Given my crow's feet have been deepening steadily, I've been experimenting with different peptide formulas. Lixirskin's Menopausal Skin Support Night Switch Phytoestrogen & Peptide contains collagen peptides and phytoestrogen which is claimed to help boost collagen production and elasticity in menopausal skin. 'Some studies may suggest phytoestrogens do this, but their ability to significantly affect hormone levels is debatable since they have low skin penetration,' Khorana explains. I don't feel this product has much-improved my crow's feet, so I've turned to the reformulated Meder Myo-Fix, which contains concentrated muscle-relaxing peptides and can be applied just to your wrinkly areas – for me, that's around my eyes and forehead. And it works; these areas just don't crinkle as much anymore. Key concern: Dull skin and discolouration Pigmentation and melasma are all fun side effects of perimenopause, so it's been a learning curve discovering products that serve me when it comes to emerging brown patches. 'For discolouration and pigmentation, vitamin A products like retinol or even dermatologist-prescribed tretinoin (medical-grade vitamin A) can help improve and refine skin texture and tone, smoothing lines at the same time,' explains Khorana. Renew+Me Serum in a Cream, £29.99, Renew+Me; RoC Retinol Capsules, £35.99, RoC Whilst I'm sceptical about menopause-specific skincare, I've been using mid-life targeted Renew+Me Serum in a Cream, a monthly tretinoin serum subscription for six months now, and can hand on heart say my skin tone has never looked glowier or more even. It contains azelaic acid to target brown spots too so I no longer have pigmentation on my cheeks or forehead. For a commitment-free alternative, RoC Retinol Capsules contain an exceptional quality retinol and the measured nightly dose ensures you don't use too much or little. Key concern: Midlife acne One thing no one tells you about perimenopause is that, despite your oestrogen depleting, you can still get spots like a teenager. Pores can appear larger and baggier too. 'Thorough cleansing with gentle products containing salicylic acid and niacinamide will help balance and exfoliate prevent mid-life breakouts,' explains Khorana. Raaie Manuka Honey Enzyme Cleanser, £65, Raaie; Dr Jart+ Ceramidin Ectoin-Infused Cream, £56, Dr Jart+ I'm generally sensitive to acids but I've found that double-cleansing with Raaie Manuka Honey Enzyme Cleanser helps prevent breakouts – it's designed for mid-life skin but it isn't a menopause-specific product. It contains gentle enzymes to help loosen dead skin cells and leaves skin bright, smooth and comfortable. To ensure my skin barrier stays protected, I'm devoted to Dr Jart+ Ceramidin Ectoin-Infused Cream, which contains ceramides to deeply hydrate and prevent sensitivity – essential for minimising skin dryness which can increase in midlife.
