Madeleine Spencer

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Wellness

Is salt the next big thing in wellness? How it can be good for you

For years, we were told salt was a dietary enemy. But should we actually be consuming more of it? Madeleine Spencer investigates

18 Apr 2025
TV

The Lady in the Lake on Apple TV+ review: Natalie Portman shines

This adaptation of Laura Lippman’s 2019 mystery novel explores racism, misogyny, and antisemitism

19 Jul 2024
Wellness

Can you really do Reformer Pilates without a machine?

Reformer Pilates is one of London’s most popular workouts, but it costs £30 a class. Can an at-home version without a machine really deliver results? Madeleine Spencer finds out

19 Jul 2024
Wellness

10 effective ways to treat polycystic ovary syndrome

Having suffered with PCOS for years, Madeleine Spencer sought out the best in the business to help her manage and minismise her symptoms. Here, she shares what she’s learned

18 Jul 2024
Wellness

Is all body fat equal? How to know which one you have

Not all body fat is equal. Madeleine Spencer asks the experts to weigh in on the methods which could help you lose the bad kind and gain the good

16 Jul 2024
Wellness

I tried masseter botox for jaw pain and receding gums — I'm a convert

When Madeleine Spencer’s jaw clenching started to severely affect her gums, she knew it was time to take action so booked in for some masseter Botox...

16 Jul 2024
England Training Session & Media Activity - UEFA EURO 2024
Wellness

Stuart Sandeman: the breathwork guru coaching the England squad

Stuart Sandeman was pictured leading the England team in a breathwork session after Sunday’s win: but who is he, and how will his sessions benefit the players?

3 Jul 2024
Wellness

The Modern Brain Clinic: can this Harley Street doctor heal your mind?

The ultra-rich are signing up for brain treatments to remedy anything from low attention spans to screen-induced stress. Madeleine Spencer visits the Modern Brain Clinic to see if she can ‘clean out’ her brain and emerge de-stressed

3 Jul 2024
Beauty

Does anyone really need a £1,400 moisturiser?

Are very expensive skincare products ever worth it? Madeleine Spencer puts the super creams to the test...

3 Jul 2024
Beauty

CEW Beauty Awards 2024: the best body, hair and skincare products

Every one of this year’s hottest beauty products to invest in now

28 Jun 2024
Beauty

Can sex give you better skin?

It seems the answer to more glow is as simple as a session between the sheets

17 Jun 2024
Beauty

The instant tans you need to know about

Spring is here, the days are getting longer, and maybe, just maybe, you think a tan should accompany that. Here are the instant tans that’ll give you that bronze, safely

17 Jun 2024
Beauty

Six pre-holiday beauty treatments our beauty editor swears by

Madeleine Spencer on the treatments she favours before hitting the beach

5 Jun 2024
Beauty

The one new makeup product you need this summer

Powder blush used to mean matte, but the newest wave are capitalising on the sheen trend, says Madeleine Spencer

4 Jun 2024
Beauty

How to nail your Pride make-up in less than five minutes

Madeleine Spencer gets the lowdown on quick and simple party make-up to last the whole day long

4 Jun 2024
Lifestyle

The summer 2024 hotlist: the coolest things to do, watch and wear

Want to dazzle your friends with your finger-on-the-pulseness? Our panel of experts have the insider guide to having the most incredible summer in the capital

3 Jun 2024
Wellness

Overnight retreats for your best night's sleep ever in the capital

The capital’s hotels are capitalising on the sleep tourism trend — but do they deliver? Madeleine Spencer gets tucked in

31 May 2024
Beauty

Ectoin: the new wonder skincare ingredient to know

London’s top facialists are obsessed with Ectoin. Super hydrating and anti-inflammatory, Madeleine Spencer dives into the science behind the industry’s latest must-have

29 May 2024
Beauty

Sofia Coppola x Augustinus Bader: the ultimate summer lip balm

Sofia Coppola’s new tinted balm collaboration is the perfect French girl launch, says Madeleine Spencer

29 May 2024
Beauty

Should you use your beauty products after the expiry date?

It’s highly likely you are keeping your beauty products for way too long, discovers Madeleine Spencer

20 May 2024
Wellness

Why chewing might be the most important wellness practice of your day

How many times should you chew your food? After a trip to cult wellness resort Mayrlife, Madeleine Spencer discovered it’s not what you eat but what what you absorb

20 May 2024