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NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTIONS 2020
MOLLIE KING ‘Stop believing what you see on social media’
CAPRICE ‘Dancing On Ice keeps me fit’
SARAH LYNN
‘I won The Apprentice by believing in myself’
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SAM BAILEY
‘I’m losing weight and running a marathon!’
KIMBERLEY WALSH ‘I dress for myself – and no-one else’
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LOVE ISLAND STARS JOANNA CHIMONIDES ROSIE WILLIAMS GABBY ALLEN
on raising two girls in an Instagram-obsessed world Celebrity Secrets is an independent magazine published by Hurst Media Company Ltd (who take sole responsibility for its content) and distributed by OK! magazine
In this issue... Contents 7 KATIE PIPER
New Year goals and why confidence comes from within
10 SAM BAILEY
Why’s she losing weight and staying focussed
12 CHARLIE KING
Tips for staying in shape and training the GC
15 CAPRICE
Why a balanced lifestyle is important for her family
17 JOANNA CHIMONIDES On keeping fit and the pressures to do so
18 GABBY ALLEN
Her battles with mental health – and where she’s at now
24 ROSIE WILLIAMS
healthy body – and journaling and therapy for a healthy mind. Turn to page seven to find out more. Also this issue, we’ve been busy finding out how the stars stay in shape. The X Factor’s Sam Bailey is losing weight and training for the marathon (p10), Caprice is getting stronger from all her time on the Dancing On Ice rink (p15), and ex-TOWIE star Charlie King is busy upping his
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fitness empire – while keeping his bestie Gemma Collins in check – over on page 12. All that plus career advice from The Apprentice winner Sarah Lynn (p30), learning to love yourself with The Saturdays’ Mollie King (p30), and not falling foul of the nasty side of social media with Love Island stars Gabby Allen (p18) and Rosie Williams (p24). See you next issue…
27 KIMBERLEY WALSH The Girls Aloud singer’s top fashion musts for the New Year
28 THE HAIRY BIKERS Tasty dishes for a new and improved you
30 SARAH LYNN
The Apprentice star on how to hit your career goals
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Self-love, confidence and dealing with social media
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Happy New Year! While the past few weeks celebrating the festive season have been a blast, I’ve put the decorations away and am busy working on getting my ever-expanding waistline back in check. If you, too, are setting targets for 2020 make sure you read our exclusive interview with our coverstar, author and model Katie Piper. A firm believer in goals, not resolutions, she talks about the importance of diet and exercise for a
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The author, presenter and charity campaigner talks exclusively to Celebrity Secrets about the importance of goals, not resolutions Interview Claire Muffett-Reece Happy New Year, Katie! How did you up seeing in New Year’s Eve last week? ‘Long gone are the days of me and my husband partying all night! Our youngest daughter, Penelope, goes to bed at half five as she’s only just turned two, and Belle goes up at seven. They did stay up a little bit later, but we were all tucked up in bed by midnight in the end!’ And how was your time off over Christmas? ‘It was a real family affair. We had Christmas Day at ours, then went to visit my parents on Boxing Day. It was all about chilling out with family, which to me is what the festivities are all about.’
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What’s your take on New Year’s resolutions? ‘I really don’t believe in putting all your emphasis on a certain time of year. If you want to change something you should instead implement it at the time of realisation. It’s also all too easy to wait until January and binge in the lead-up to the first of the month.’ Will you be using your Confidence: The Journal again this year? ‘Journaling is so important to me, as it encourages you to reflect daily, weekly and monthly, rather than just at the beginning and the end of the year. I like to use mine every day, for the good and the bad. It helps me ensure accountability; to realise what I want from life – and what I’m actually getting.’
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How can readers eat well and stay healthy without spending a fortune this January? ‘Going to the gym and a healthy diet can be expensive, so prep to keep costs down. Make your own meals rather than relying on convenience, and batch cook to save time and money. With exercise, look at your lifestyle. Chuck some gym clothes on and chase your kids around the park – or team up with a friend and go jogging together.’ What do you do to stay healthy? ‘If I have the time I go to the gym, but if I haven’t got childcare I do a YouTube workout in the lounge. I like to run, but it’s challenging when you’re blind in one eye. I am also unable to sweat. I can’t regulate my body temperature and it’s very hard to cool down.’ Does Belle realise you look a little different to other mums out there? ‘Belle’s never actually said those words to me, but she does know that I got burnt when I was younger and understands
all about health and safety around the house. It’s not a big ongoing conversation, because kids are so accepting. To her I’m just “Mummy”.’ You’ve written a number of selfhelp books about building up your confidence and self-esteem. How’s your own mental health these days? ‘I make sure I see my therapist once a week to off-load and problem solve, and like everyone I of course have my good and my bad days. If I’m ever having a wobbly moment I like to acknowledge it and then check in with someone. I now look at my mental health in exactly the same way as I do my physical well-being. If you want to stay healthy you have to get out there and exercise – and I believe it’s very much the same when it comes to your brain.’
We live in an Instagramobsessed world. What do you say to anyone who doubts their self-worth and compares themselves to others? ‘You need to understand how Instagram works, looking at all the filters, apps and editing. If you’re feeling low about yourself, try and use apps that check your screen time, too. It’s OK to look at social media, but a good balance is so important for your health.’
Bullying isn’t on the toilet walls anymore – it’s being posted on social media
What do you think of Instagram’s attempts to exert more control over the images that are being uploaded? ‘I understand the thought process behind it, but because it’s a system doing it, it’s not really bespoke and is more of a “blanket” effect at the moment. I do believe some action is better than nothing at all, though.’
The government is considering imposing a mandatory code of conduct on companies like Instagram and Facebook, while the NSPCC thinks they should also be more responsible. What do you think should be done? ‘We’ve got to address online bullying and stop it in its tracks. It’s scary the world our children are growing up in. Things aren’t getting written on the toilet walls anymore – they’re getting posted on social media and in your DMs. It just can’t continue like it is.’ So how are you going to guide your girls in a world that’s obsessed by beauty? ‘It’s all about educating them. I want them to grow up believing that they don’t have to rely on anyone else. I want them to be confident and not afraid of letting go and making mistakes. I just want to let them live their lives – and not try to control the outcome so much.’ Katie Piper’s Extraordinary People podcast is available on acast.com. Confidence: The Journal by Katie Piper is available from all good book shops celebritysecrets.com
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Sam Bailey
The X-Factor star on losing weight and getting in shape for 2020
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Interview Laura Forsyth I’M PREPARING TO RUN THE LONDON MARATHON! ‘I’m busy training for my biggest fitness challenge, running over 26 miles in April for Leicester Hospitals Charity. That’s why I’m determined to lose weight, especially now the festivities are out of the way. At the start I weighed 12st 8lb, and I’d love to get to 11 stone – or lower!’
IN THE PAST I’VE STRUGGLED WITH MY WEIGHT ‘Being on the road always meant it was hard for me to eat as well as I’d like. I want an excuse to shop for smaller clothes, so I’m going to the gym a minimum of three times a week. I’m starting the New Year feeling healthy, unlike previous years after all those Christmas dinners!’
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THIS YEAR I’M STICKING WITH MY RESOLUTIONS ‘As well as committing to improving my health and training for the London marathon, my other New Year’s resolution is to try to drink more water. I can safely say that I am absolutely terrible at it! I even have to set alarms throughout the day on my phone to remind me, as drinking water is just not something I naturally think about.’
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Charlie King The personal trainer on staying in shape – and how he handles the GC
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Interview Claire Muffett-Reece
Charlie, you’re in great shape! Have you always been body confident? ‘Not at all. The truth is body confidence is just a by-product of general confidence. For me being fit, healthy and strong helps in all areas of my life. I look at things that I feel need improving or will help my life – and work on that.’
How else do you stay fit? ‘I love running. Music is a huge thing in my life and nothing beats whacking some music on, getting a good jog pace going and getting some fresh air. Hiking is also something I want to do more of. I’ve hiked in northern Spain and Wales and really enjoyed it – and the legs loved it, too.’
What do you do to keep fit? ‘I exercise most days for up to an hour. After I had shoulder surgery I had to lay off the weights for six months. That meant doing more body weight circuits and exercises to keep my heart rate up, burning calories while keeping my waistline in check.’
Do you watch what you eat? ‘I keep my calories quite low. I eat plenty of veg, avoid lots of meat and swerve saturated fat wherever possible. I’m a sucker for pizza or chunky chips with lots of ketchup at the weekends, though. I also love sugar! In my fridge you’ll find Greek yoghurt, berries, veggies, eggs – and chocolatecovered marshmallows! You’ve got to have some treats!’
You trained Gemma Collins on her TV show. Why do you get on so well? ‘I know how to handle her. We have a genuine friendship and are always honest with each other. I keep her in check, too! She’s also a big help with my fitness business, as she has a great third eye.’
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What do you think about Gemma and Arg as a couple? ‘I’m a great believer in love, and if people are meant to be together they’ll end up with each other. Only time will tell.’
Did being on TV again make you miss your time on TOWIE? ‘My life has gone in a totally different direction. Reality TV is a great opportunity but it’s not long-term in my opinion.’ For more info on Charlie’s fitness business head to charliekingfitness.com
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The model-turned-entrepreneur on staying fit with her family Interview Laura Forsyth
KEEPING IN SHAPE’S HARD ‘I eat a vegetarian diet and try to snack on healthy foods. I also go to bootcamp whenever I can, but I prioritise my family over an exercise class. I’m comfortable in my body and yes, it’s important to stay fit for health reasons, but I’m content enough to enjoy my life.’ THE TRAINING FOR DANCING ON ICE IS IMMENSE ‘I’m actually pretty fit right now as our schedule for the show is pretty intense. The hours are long, but it’s also so much fun – and my trainer is amazing. It’s important to prepare properly, as I’m learning a new sport which requires great skill and talent. I can’t wait to show everyone how I’m getting along!’
WE LIKE TO KEEP FIT AND ACTIVE AS A FAMILY ‘My two sons are involved in so many activities. They love football, tennis, martial arts and horse riding, and they also take piano lessons. It’s important they try lots of things, so that when they get to a certain age they can pick what their passion is. As a family we also love long walks and getting fresh air – even a trip to the local park is a fun way to stay active.’ KNOW WHAT YOU’RE EATING ‘As a busy mum I like to know exactly what’s going into my family’s food, so preparing meals and having a routine is important to me. Cooking from scratch doesn’t have to be time
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Joanna Chimonides The Love Island star on staying in shape – on both the inside and out Interview Lauren Naylor LIFE’S BUSIER THAN EVER ‘I haven’t stopped since leaving Love Island last summer. Working with so many brands has been a dream of mine for so long – and now I get to do it as my job! I recently worked with Doll Beauty and can’t recommend their Gimme Sun Bronzer enough – it’s incredible. I also love their false lashes – as soon as you put them on you feel amazing!’
ALWAYS LOVE WHAT YOU SEE IN THE MIRROR ‘While exercise is a must for a healthy body and mind, you need to remember to love the body you’ve been blessed with. We all have doubts and “off days” about our appearance, but you need to appreciate all that you have, as self-love increases your confidence and self-esteem.’ FOR ME NATURAL BEAUTY IS DEFINITELY BEST ‘I admit I’ve been tempted to dabble with aesthetics in the past, considering lip filler because my top lip isn’t the same size as my bottom. However, I’ve always been in favour of natural beauty, instead using make-up to achieve the “aesthetics” look. One thing I love about makeup is that it can never get old. There are always new colour lipsticks out and new products, so you can never get bored.’
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EXERCISE ISN’T JUST ABOUT HITTING THE GYM ‘Because work’s so busy I struggle to find time to go to the gym as much as I’d like. Instead I make sure I take my dogs on daily walks and do a few sit-ups now and then to keep my stomach nice and toned. I also try to take the stairs whenever I can, as opposed to using a lift or the escalator. It’s amazing how many extra steps you get in just by doing that!’
MAKE-UP CAN LIFT YOUR MOOD ‘When I was studying for my degree I wore make-up to go to the library, as it lifted my mood and set me up for the day. Girls these days wear make-up younger than I did, but I think this is all down to celebs and make-up artists posting techniques and advice on social media.’ I LOVE TO MEDITATE TO SWITCH OFF ‘Meditation music always works to distract me from over-thinking and relaxes me so much. A bath and massage are also key when it comes to my self-care. I work hard and like to reward myself, so those are definitely my go-to rituals.’ Joanna is an ambassador for dollbeauty.com
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Gabby Allen
The reality star on why she believes you should face your demons head on Interview Laura Forsyth
What should you do if you’re struggling with mental health? ‘Don’t push it to the back of your mind – instead try and face it head on. Surround yourself with people that make you feel safe and comfortable, too. It’s also important to have a hobby. Whether it’s running, dance class or spin, make sure you look after your body as well as your mind.’ What needs to be done for those in the public eye who suffer with mental health? ‘It’s a tough subject as even though it’s spoken about more, I still feel a lot of people won’t be too open about it. I do think everyone needs to be aware of everyone around them, though. Anything you write or say about
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someone, please think before you do it – as you never know the effect it may have.’ Are you under pressure to look a certain way because of the industry you’re in? ‘Yes. There’s a lot of opinionated people online that make you question everything. Things you’d never think about, they give you a complex about. I mostly ignore it but sometimes it can be difficult if you’re having a bad day. Social media sometimes gets me down, but I actively now unfollow accounts that make me feel bad about myself – and follow more accounts that motivate and inspire me.’
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Many Love Island stars find it hard to adjust to fame. How do you stay balanced? ‘I’ve got the same group of friends from before I went on the show, so that side of my life is exactly the same. I was a bit mixed up when I first came out of the Love Island villa. I was doing social media posts for brands that I really didn’t value or actually believe in, because I thought that’s just what I was meant to do. Over time it was killing my soul – and that’s when I decided to take control and instead chose to continue with my fitness path. I am so glad I did. I am now lucky to enjoy my work in everything I do, because it’s my passion and I love it.’
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Did you know that the UK is the most under slept of any nation? More than 40% of adults get seven hours of sleep or less per night. Consistently getting less than seven hours of sleep crushes our immune systems and can generate a hormone that makes us feel more hungry – detrimental to anyone resolving to lose weight this year.
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HEALTH, FITNESS & WELL-BEING | 21
Balance the body and calm the mind
Cannabis tea won’t get you ‘stoned’ – but can promote health and wellbeing
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Body and Mind Botanicals was born out of the desire to produce high-quality cannabis products and introduce people to the benefits of CBD, which may include relief from pain and inflammation, as well as stress, anxiety and low mood. Unlike THC, the psychoactive compound found in the cannabis plant, CBD won’t get you ‘high’ or ‘stoned’. Instead, their cannabis tea has been shown to help people relax and sleep better, making it the ideal drink to have before bed. The company pride themselves on being involved in every stage of production, from seed selection to delivering organic cannabis products to their customers. Body and Mind Botanicals cannabis tea and oil is a full-spectrum cannabis product, contains below the level of THC allowed in the UK and most of Europe (0.2%) and is certified organic and vegan.
that moment he would give it a go. He claims he instantly felt the benefits, but the biggest thing for him is that people around him said they noticed a great improvement in his general mood. Without even realising he suffered with low mood, anxiety and stress, this led onto a time of reflection which was really tough.
CBD allowed him to release his anxiety and let the person he really was shine through
Body and Mind Botanicals comes from a very personal place. The company’s journey started three years ago when Michael Fitzgerald, the co-founder was researching therapy for Multiple Sclerosis. This is something that a very close family member suffered with. After reading early studies relating to MS and CBD it then led him onto doing more research and he found how CBD could help with sleep. This was something that was a real interest to him, as from the age of 14 he had rarely slept for more than four hours a night. He decided from
Once he discovered these amazing changes to himself, he became very frustrated with the lack of product quality, consistency and misinformation he would find when trying to purchase the oils. So after a solid 12 months of research his business partner Martin Kaprockyj joined him. A further six months along they had put in place farms and distribution. Then Body and Mind Botanicals was born. They are the only company in Europe that harvests their unique strain of plant and process it in
the way that they do, which gives their tea its distinctive fresh flavour. As well as having a beautiful taste, in every cup you will find 25-40mg of CBD depending how long the tea is brewed for. The great thing about drinking the tea is that after only five minutes many customers say they start the feel the benefits.
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Your dream wedding
Where would you like your dream wedding? On a beach? In a castle? On a clifftop? In a woodland glade? By the riverside? With a humanist wedding from Humanist CeremoniesTM you can have your wedding ceremony wherever you choose.
In England and Wales, humanist weddings are not yet legally recognised, which means they are not bound by the need for a licensed venue. You can celebrate a humanist wedding wherever you like. In Scotland, Northern Ireland, and Jersey, humanist weddings are legally recognised, so there is no need for a separate register office ceremony - and you can still marry wherever you like, indoors or out.
Whether you want your wedding to be very traditional or something a little different, with a humanist wedding, the choice is yours.
natural beauty around, you won’t need to break your budget on decorations!
You can have a best man, a best woman, one of each, or none at all. You can exchange rings - or not - it's up to you. If you’d like to have children involved in the ceremony no problem! Celebrants often have their own ideas and the team will be happy to work with you to put together a ceremony that is tailor-made to suit you.
STATELY HOME, BARN, CASTLE, OR HOTEL Whilst many private castles, hotels, stately homes and barns are licensed for weddings, your dream venue might not be, but with a humanist wedding, you don’t have to worry. You can have your fairytale wedding wherever you choose.
If you’re thinking of a non-religious wedding, a humanist ceremony could be perfect for you
Here are a few ideas to inspire you to have your wedding, your way. A WOODLAND WEDDING There’s something enchanting about a wedding in a secret little woodland glade, and with all that
ON THE STAGE Couples have been married on stage at festivals and in theatres. If you fancy taking to the stage for your nuptials, then a humanist wedding could be perfect for you. A CLIFFTOP WEDDING What could be more dramatic than a clifftop wedding, with waves crashing below and the sea and sky as your personal backdrop? With a humanist wedding, we could make your dream come true. A RIVERSIDE WEDDING A pretty riverside can be the perfect setting for a ceremony. BEACH WEDDING You don’t need to hop on a plane to enjoy a beach wedding. With a ceremony from a Humanist Ceremonies celebrant, you can have your wedding on your favourite UK beach.
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Couples who want the freedom, flexibility and personalisation that a humanist ceremony provides tend to have a simple register office signing a few days before their humanist ceremony to get the legalities out of the way, before enjoying their uniquely tailored wedding in the venue of their choice.
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2 | |SECTION 24 FASHION, BEAUTY & AESTHETICS
The Love Island star on beauty and body care – and beating the bullies once and for all Interview Claire Muffett-Reece SPA DAYS HELP ME RELAX ‘I’d love to say I’m at a health spa all the time, but I really only go for a special occasion, or if I’m under immense stress. I make sure I always leave my phone in the locker and head off for a full body massage. It helps me to relax, which is so good for both body and mind. I enjoy it so much I regularly fall asleep on the massage table!’
Trolls made me Google nose jobs
STRESS MAKES ME SPOTTY ‘I suffered from stress acne when I was 21 and paid to see a dermatologist for help. I now look after my complexion with good-quality products. I also watch what I eat – my skin and body isn’t as forgiving as it used to be! I follow the Keto diet which is low on carbs. However, I can’t resist Gu Zillionaire Cheesecake and Cakeaway Dipped Chocolate Strawberries!’
TROLLS WON’T BREAK ME ‘I recently realised how much trolling affected my confidence. Not long after I left the villa I ended up Googling nose jobs and hair transplants, because people were saying I had a huge forehead
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and a big nose. Rosie at celebrity The comments secrets.com had a serious impact on the way I saw myself. I had never had an issue with my looks before Love Island – and that’s the power these trolls have.’ IT’S TIME TO UP THE LOVE ISLAND AFTERCARE ‘With Love Island you get thrown into a world where everyone thinks they know you. I’m a strong woman, but I’m not ashamed to admit I struggled with anxiety, avoiding social situations because I worried what might happen. There shouldn’t be the assumption we know what we’re doing – because we don’t.’ Follow Rosie on
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26 | FASHION, BEAUTY & AESTHETICS
Let your teeth do the talking It says more about you than the car you drive, the clothes you wear, or the hairstyle you choose. Unlike your favourite suit or dress, you wear your smile every day. Designed by dentists, Boutique Whitening offers solutions to suit your lifestyle. Boutique Whitening is a pioneer in the teeth whitening market. Thanks to the quality of the kit, unique packaging and amazing results, Boutique Whitening is now one of the most popular whitening systems used in the UK, Europe and Australia. They prepare over 300 whitening trays per day for customers in the UK alone. Good news for those trying Veganuary this year – Boutique Whitening are also the only UK teeth whitening company to be registered with the Vegan Society.
So tell us, how does the Boutique system work? ‘Boutique Whitening is a professional whitening treatment that can only be supplied by a dentist. This system was designed on clinical studies, that prove this works safely and patients will experience long lasting amazing results. All of our gels contain the key ingredients, superior strength formulas and they all contain potassium nitrate – this is to help with any sensitivity issues.’
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Celebrity Secrets sat down with Boutique Whitening to talk about their treatments, getting the best results and making your sparkling teeth last.
What are the key features and benefits of your two key products, Boutique by Day and Boutique by Night? ‘It’s all about comfort and convenience for the patient – the custom trays have scalloped edges for comfort, and results can be noticed within a week of use. Boutique By Day Gel is hydrogen peroxide and works over a period of 60 to 90 minutes. Boutique By Night is carbamide peroxide and works over a period of four to six hours, designed to be used while you’re sleeping. ‘
What’s the best way to get your hands on the Boutique Whitening system? ‘The best way is the only way people should be whitening their teeth – by visiting a registered dentist. Firstly, they will check you’re dentally fit and healthy. After this, the dentist will then discuss the best option and treatment plan. Normally based over a couple of visits, firstly is the have the custom made whitening trays – this is very important. You’ll revisit to collect your kit and trays, then after 2-3 weeks, you’ll return to review your results.’
ASK YOUR DENTIST ABOUT BOUTIQUE WHITENING Boutique Whitening is now available in over 6,000 dental practices in the UK and has recently won several awards. Visit boutiquewhitening.com for more information. celebritysecrets.com
FASHION, BEAUTY & AESTHETICS | 27
Kimberley Walsh
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The Girls Aloud star on why you should only ever dress for yourself Interview Laura Forsyth
What’s your favourite feature about yourself – and how do you showcase it through your style? ‘I have a fairly small waist, so I always try to draw focus to this with high-waisted trousers and skirts or waisted dresses. What is important to me is that I only dress for myself and no one else. I also choose clothes based on how it makes me feel. Style is very much dependent on your mood and as such it’s a very personal thing.’ Tell me about your collaboration with Regatta… ‘I’ve been working with them on my own collection of coats and it’s been such a fun and exciting process.
They have such an amazing design team and they really listened to my input. I feel like I’ve succeeded in designing functional coats for every single occasion – that also make you look and feel fabulous!’
Do you have any fashion faux pas from your Girls Aloud days you’d rather forget about? ‘We certainly had some strong looks in the early days when we were just starting out! I personally wouldn’t revisit the clothes we wore in our 2003 track, No Good Advice, but you have to remember that was 17 years ago! The look was definitely reminiscent of that moment in time, plus it’s good to experiment and be brave sometimes!’
Style is a very personal thing
What are your favourite looks for the winter months? ‘It’s definitely a roll neck jumper with an oversized blazer and jeans, or a mini skirt to dress it up a little more. Having said that this look might not necessarily work for everyone. The most important piece of fashion advice I’ve ever been given is to always dress for your shape, and never just follow the trends.’
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28 | FOOD & DRINK
The Hairy Bikers Si King and Dave Myers on why nothing beats a bacon sandwich and a cup of tea Interview Amie Thomas
What’s your favourite country to visit for its food? S ‘It’s difficult to say. Southern India perhaps stands out for me, as it’s such an amazing part of the world. It was all vegetarian too, which was interesting.’ D ‘For me it’s got to be Thailand. We cooked a school dinner there, and where we have salt and pepper, they have chillies, lime and spices. It’s a great place to explore.’
Ever had a cooking disaster? S ‘We were on a boat making crab soufflés, but cooking in the middle of the Irish sea – while on a charcoal oven – meant they ended up looking more like crab poo!’ D ‘I remember working on a recipe for duck dumplings, where we wanted them to take on an orange flavour. Something weird happened between the orange juice and the dumplings, and they were so hard we ended up playing ping pong with them! That recipe didn’t make it in the book!’
Who’d be your dream dinner party line-up? D ‘Alice Cooper – and the Pope!’ S ‘Che Guevara, Greta Thunberg and Gandhi.’ D ‘I’d also want Laurel and Hardy, Keith Moon from The Who, and Keith Floyd.’ S ‘Most of them are dead like, but never mind.’ The Hairy Bikers’ One Pot Wonders by Si King and Dave Myers is available now at amazon.co.uk
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Are you more sweet or savoury when it comes to cooking? Dave ‘I would have said savoury, but the older I’m getting, the more I’m developing a sweet tooth.’ Si ‘I’m savoury. My last supper would be a bacon sandwich and a cup of tea. Nothing beats it!’ Dave ‘I love baking, and the recipe for our Upside-Down Blueberry Traybake is one of my favourites.’ Si ‘You make that and I’ll rustle up a batch of garlic soup for lunch. That’s my idea of heaven.’
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Are you starting the New Year with good intentions and ambitious resolutions? The classics revolving around exercise, hitting the gym, and leading a healthier lifestyle? Dry January is one of these many pledges, counting almost 4 million sign ups last year.
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The real question however is how to achieve your goals throughout the year – being at your best during the day, leading a smashing social life and getting a good night’s sleep too. It is an almost impossible juggling act, and situations arise where there is a clear clash – a big birthday going late into the night followed by an early morning start getting the kids out of the door. Even a civilised glass among friends on a Wednesday can impact performance in the office on Thursday. And the outlook is far gloomier too - one of the largest global studies undertaken to date concluded there is actually no safe level for alcohol consumption (Global Burden of Diseases Study, 2016) - turning the tables on long championed ‘health giving’ benefits of drinking. Whilst there is no way to make drinking alcohol healthy, besides not drinking at all, there are steps that can be taken toward making it less
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30 | CAREERS, TRAINING AND PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT
Mollie King The Saturdays star on realising what’s really important in life Interview Lauren Naylor
BELIEVE IN YOURSELF ‘I’ve teamed up with the facial cleansing brand Foreo to help better manage our experiences with social media. Their #boostyourglow campaign shows we’re shockingly critical of what we read – and what we
post – and it’s high time we all championed each other. A lot of content has been filtered and you must remember that! I love a good filter just like the next person, but if I ever use one I’ll keep it as natural as possible.’ DON’T LET SOCIAL MEDIA GET THE BETTER OF YOU ‘In Foreo’s survey a third of women revealed social media had an impact on their confidence. What you need to realise is that people mainly post about their good days, rather than their bad. Try to make a New Year goal to cut down the amount of time you spend on Instagram. I find myself scrolling on my phone for far too long, so that’s another of my goals I’d like to achieve.’
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CONFIDENCE IS EVERYTHING ‘If you’re ever having a self-love crisis think how everyone’s unique. When I was young I wanted to be curvier, but as I’ve aged I’ve embraced my shape. We all get hung up over our body, but it’s important to be proud of whatever your shape and size.’ LOOK TO POSITIVE INFLUENCES ‘My mum massively helped with my confidence over the years. I also turn to my Radio 1 co-host, Matt Edmondson, and I get advice from Ruth Langsford, too. Ever since I went on Strictly she’s been nothing but kind. She’s a truly wonderful woman.
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Sarah Lynn
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NEW YEAR GOALS ARE A GOOD THING TO SET ‘While I wouldn’t place a huge emphasis on a New Year’s resolution, I instead set myself goals for the year to keep me motivated. In the past I’ve created a vision board, putting up pictures of what I’d like to achieve. Before bed, I also write down everything I’m grateful for in a “gratitude list” – so my goal this year is to keep up with that.’
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Interview Lauren Naylor
ALWAYS REMEMBER WHO YOU ARE ‘I felt so much working mum guilt when my eldest, Teddy, was born, but he’s now a happy and balanced little man. Since having our second son, Ace, in May I’m focusing on everything I’m trying to achieve with my family for the future. You’re entitled to have a career and be a mum! When it comes to work there’s no time for guilt – just happiness and enjoying the life you have.’
You’re entitled to have a career and be a mum!
LET’S HELP WORKING MOTHERS MORE ‘So much more can be done to support working mothers and ensure companies retain the best talent. I have bright and career-focused female friends that have had children and been forced to consider roles they are overqualified for, simply because of fixed working hours they need flexibility on. It’s a shame, as both company and the individual lose out.’ celebritysecrets.com
DON’T LET OPPORTUNITIES PASS YOU BY ‘You should never allow waiting to become a habit, so take risks and try to live your dreams now! Both my husband and I are of this mindset. We are driven by creating a good life for ourselves and our boys, so we work together to do what’s needed to give us the best chance of that.’
DOWN-TIME IS IMPORTANT, TOO ‘We might be careerfocussed but we know when to switch off. I watch football with the boys; I’m a Chelsea fan, but they support Arsenal! Evenings out with the girls are great, too. Laughing all night with your best friends is vital to your health and well-being.’ I’M EXCITED ABOUT MY LATEST LAUNCH ‘Our new Duals sweet range has been made with dual flavour combinations. Each has one flavour on the outer shell and another in the fruit pectin centre. They are vegan, gluten-free, packed with real fruit juice and are absolutely delicious. I am extremely proud of them!’ Order from a huge range of sweets online by visiting Sarah’s company sweetsinthecity.co.uk
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GET AHEAD IN YOUR CAREER BY BELIEVING IN YOURSELF ‘As a busy working mum it’s a juggling act to get everything done, but it’s important to be your number one fan! Any mums looking to set up a business to run from home should do it, in my opinion. If you’ve know it can work then go for it! Life is short and you don’t want to live with regrets.’
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