Staying In

Try Red Light Therapy At Home

Red light therapy is all the rage right now, with science-backed benefits ranging from boosted skin health to hair growth and muscle recovery. A spate of new tools means we can do the treatments ourselves at home – from face masks to hats to full body panels. But what to look out for when buying a device? Sue D’Arcy, CEO and founder of iSMART, a leading global manufacturer of LED phototherapeutic devices, recommends looking out for red light (630nm) for anti-ageing and encouraging collagen production; near-infrared light (830nm) for deeper-penetrating wavelengths that reduce inflammation and improve healing times; and 1070nm wavelength, ‘the only one FDA-cleared for tissue healing’. She also notes that although consumers often believe a more powerful light is always better, that’s not the case. ‘Higher intensity can actually inhibit cellular responses rather than promote them. Products making claims about extra wavelengths or higher intensities without clinical data may not work as intended – avoid!’ Look for devices which are CE marked and come with clear guidance on safe use, including recommended treatment times and distances. Find our full guide to red light therapy here.

Going Out

Book Immersive Dining Experience CHAT NOIR!

There’s a new immersive show to see, and it’s lighting up West Kensington. Whisking audiences back to 1890s Paris with all the surroundings, cuisine and cabaret performances to boot, CHAT NOIR! is the latest dazzling creation by the team behind The Great Christmas Feast and 58th Street, The Lost Estate. Anchored by cabaret star Joe Morose (real name Joe Morrow) who plays cabaret’s originator Rodolphe Salis, the owner and host of the titular club Le Chat Noir, guests are guided through an immersive evening of spine-tingling music, cabaret performances, decadent French cuisine and plenty of wine. The story centres on Rodolphe Salis, with all of the evening’s action taking place in his club, Le Chat Noir ‘on the night he gives birth to modern cabaret,’ Morose tells us. ‘Set in 1890s Montmartre, CHAT NOIR! places you inside the original club. It is Salis’ life’s work to transform “entertainment while you dine” into an artform that is a machine for change, expression, politics and freedom.’ Booking open up to 31 July 2026, tickets start from £129.85pp. chatnoirlondon.com

Property Of The Day

It’s always fun when a private island comes to the market. Even more fun when the private island in question is located just off Venice – and was once home to a Swarovski billionaire. Spanning 72 acres, this impressive plot of land boasts a nine-bedroom villa, an orchard, a vineyard and a fully-functioning organic fish farm. 

On the market for €24 million, venicesothebysrealty.com

Little Luxury

You’ve likely heard about Pophams for its irresistible pastries, but did you know the bakery also has a homeware range? The new spring drop includes everything from candles to jugs and cushion covers – but our top pick is this pretty pair of striped oven gloves, handmade in Stoke Newington and made of linen. £55, pophamshome.com

Competition Time

Driven by a purpose to enrich lives by enriching spaces, ABI Interiors creates high-end brassware, fixtures, and space-transforming accessories with innovation, durability, and thoughtful design at their core. Enter here to win back your ABI Interiors order, up to the value of £2,500.

Psssst…

Did you know that Kate Middleton had not one, but two wedding dresses on her big day? As the Prince and Princess of Wales celebrate their wedding anniversary today, we look back at the royal’s secret second dress that she wore to a private reception at Buckingham Palace.

Whatever You Do, Don’t

Forget to look for clearly-labelled PFAS-free products if you want to limit your exposure to ‘forever chemicals’. An increasing body of research suggests exposure to PFAS may lead to health risks. ‘These include impacts on cholesterol levels, thyroid disease, liver damage, fertility issues and developmental effects, as well as increased risks of some cancers,’ says Stephanie Metzger, policy advisor at the Royal Society of Chemistry. Swap non-stick pans for stainless steel, glass or ceramic alternatives, and switch to eco-friendly cleaning brands like Smol and Purdy & Figg.