All news by author: Bethan Shufflebotham

Brands like Charlotte Tilbury, Sol de Janeiro and Elemis are big pulls for this year's beauty advent calendars, but some products have been cropping up more than others

Shoppers could save hundreds of pounds this festive season on gifts, from fragrances to skin care and calendars, by using the smart advice given by an ex-employee

Shoppers who buy the ESPA wellness beauty advent calendar can also cash in on free gifts and complimentary samples to rack their total value up and save 66 per cent on the RRP

From extra cosy beds to gadgets that let you video call your dog and send them treats - here's how to keep your pet occupied when you need to go our for a few hours

When it comes to beauty advent calendars, some offer better value than others, so we've done the #girlmath to work out which one gets you the most bang for your buck

The calendar contains brands like Liz Earle, Fenty and Sol de Janeiro and is set to rival advent calendar stalwarts like LookFantastic and Cult Beauty

Beauty fans can save almost a third on the Hollywood-fave advent calendar from Charlotte Tilbury by stacking Topcashback deals

From Jo Malone to Selfridges and John Lewis - while these beauty advent calendars cost upwards of £150, they could save you a fortune on your favourite beauty brands

As a former Boots health and beauty advisor, I learned how to spot the best deals to save the most money - and these are my top picks this payday weekend

I put the VAX ONEPWR Blade 4 Pet & Car Cordless Vacuum Cleaner through its paces and it looked like my car had undergone a professional valet

From viral sensations, beauty bestsellers and new emerging brands, the ASOS beauty advent calendar seems to have it all

Lime green is set to be a big trending colour this season - Marks and Spencer have nailed it with this monochrome look as seen on mum-to-be Sienna Miller

Beauty advent calendars, step aside, jewellery advent calendars are here and some start from just £50, while others are a gift that keeps of giving with jewellery boxes, vouchers and more

Beauty expert Bethan Shufflebotham has picked out her top five products in the PLT advent calendar - and some of the brands inside could rival Cult Beauty and Space NK

The discounted Dreamhouse comes with 75 accessories and shoppers say they've 'barely seen' their children since buying it as it offers hours of endless fun

Animal charities the RSPCA and Blue Cross have revealed the maximum amount of time you can leave your dog home alone - and one even recommends getting a gadget that lets you video your pet

Every dog owner has been curious what their pet gets up to when they're out, and pet security cameras offer the ultimate peace of mind - but are they worth forking out for? I put three through their paces and these were the results

The latest addition to the Shark family has been designed to make cleaning easier than ever

From celebrity styles like Holly Willoughby's autumn must-have and Sofia Richie's wedding scent, to viral sensations like the H&M leggings and New Look midaxi - here's what we're shopping this weekend

Charlotte Tilbury, Laura Mercier and Bobbi Brown are just a few of the brands tucked into the drawers of Fenwick's beauty advent calendar that's worth almost £800

After trying on wide leg jeans in River Island, H&M, Primark, New Look and Marks and Spencer, I've found the ultimate pair that's great value, well priced and fits beautifully

Coming in at £26, the New Look wardrobe essential comes in seven colours and has been praised for it's flattering fit that 'hides bumps'

One deal could see shoppers save up to half price on the popular anti-ageing Future Renew skincare collection - but you'll have to be quick

And now Pooch and Mutt is offering Mirror readers an exclusive 20% off the limited edition range that's perfect for cosy season

The Dyson Airwrap and Shark Flexstyle are the two premium hair tool options on the market