All news by author: Courtney Pochin

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Cleaning guru shares grim mistake people make with their sponges after each use
Cleaning experts from Zoflora have shared their top tips for keeping your home clean and fresh and they warn there's one breeding ground for bacteria many people may forget to tackle
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Hair specialist shares huge ponytail and bun blunder that can 'break' your hair
A top trichologist, who is an expert in all things to do with the hair and scalp, has warned against making a big mistake when putting your hair up in a ponytail or messy bun
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'I tried Lidl's £1.49 dupe of Charlotte Tilbury cream - day 7 was drastic turn'
If you love Charlotte Tilbury beauty products but can't always afford to splurge on them, Lidl claim they've got the next best thing for just £1.49 - and we put it to the test
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Supermarket expert shares little-known sound trick some stores use on shoppers
A consumer psychologist has shared some of the clever tricks supermarkets use to get shoppers to stay in the stores for longer and buy more - including the use of scent and sounds
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Bra expert warns we've been washing bras 'wrong' and should wear them in shower
A bra expert has claimed that many people have been making a major mistake when washing their bras, as she says they should never go through the washing machine
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Cleaning guru shares 25p hack to remove grime from microwave - without scrubbing
Cleaning experts from Zoflora have shared their top tips for keeping your home fresh and clean with the Mirror, including a cheap hack to banish grease and grime from the microwave
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Top chef shares trick to making 'largest and fluffiest' Yorkshire puddings ever
Chef Oliver Marlowe, who has worked in Michelin starred restaurants, has shared his top tips for making the biggest Yorkshire puddings that are crispy on the outside and fluffy inside
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'My mother-in-law is taking parenting classes for my baby as if she's her mum'
A mum has turned to the internet for some much-needed advice and to vent after she discovered her mother-in-law has started taking a parenting class because of her baby
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Dentist shares 'worst' comment he never wants patients to say at appointments
A dentist has shared some of the 'worst' comments patients have made during appointments that he'd rather not hear - especially when it's their first time meeting
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Man's method for making pot of tea branded a 'hate crime' by appalled Brits
A social media user has come under fire after they shared their method for making a pot of tea as many people were quick to brand it a 'crime' - though a few admitted they do it too
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Wine expert shares glass blunder people make with prosecco that ruins bubbles
If you love drinking sparkling wine, you need to ensure you're pouring it into the 'correct' glass or you could be losing most of the bubbles, according to an expert
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Pasta chef shares 'criminal mistake' most people make when cooking carbonara
A top Italian chef has shared the traditional method for making spaghetti carbonara and the biggest mistake she believes most Brits making when attempting to cook the dish
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Expert shares best foods to help hair grow longer and ones that are 'red flags'
A trichologist has shared their top tips for growing your hair healthy and long, including foods that can make a difference and ones which can trigger issues for some
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Bra expert shares why some have three sets of hooks and others have six of them
A bra expert has shared her top tips for finding your perfect fit, including when to use the different hooks on a bra and why certain ones have more hooks than others
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Kate's BAFTAs look was 'clever ploy' out of 'Queen's guidebook', says expert
The Princess of Wales looked stunning in a one shoulder white gown and dramatic black opera gloves as she and Prince William attended the British Academy Film Awards
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Chef shares trick to making perfect pancakes - and it's key to start day before
Pancake Day is fast approaching and if you're planning on getting stuck in then a top chef has claimed the trick to perfect pancakes is to get started the day before
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Hidden detail to look out for on bottles of wine that shows if it's sweet or dry
A wine expert has shared his top tips for picking a bottle of wine, urging people not to fall for pretty packaging and to take a closer look at a very revealing detail on the label
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'I'm a gentle sleep coach - I get so many abusive messages from parents'
Jennifer Robinson, a gentle sleep consultant, who helps parents with their children's sleep problems has opened up about her unique job and why some strangers troll her for it
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Chef shares trick to 'save' pasta when you've added too much salt to the water
A top Italian chef has shared a simple method to use in order to 'save' your pasta if you accidentally over-salt the cooking water, and a handy guide to how much salt you should add
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Expert claims we've been putting our bras on wrong for years and 'ruining' them
A bra expert from lingerie retailer Bravissimo has shared their top tips for wearing bras and making them last and it's crucial to make sure you're putting a bra on correctly
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Make-up expert warns of grim brush mistake that can cause fungal infections
The co-founder of Spectrum Collections make-up brushes has shared her top tips for correctly cleaning your brushes to ensure you're not putting extra dirt on your face and risking infection
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Doctor shares ibuprofen tip that'll help tackle period pain before cramps start
One of the most difficult parts of having a period can be the pain that often comes with it, now a gynaecologist has shared some top tips with the Mirror for relieving pain during this time
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Chef shares frustrating 'mistake' people make when ordering steak in restaurants
Tonight many couples will be dining out to celebrate Valentine's Day and if steak is on the menu, there's a big mistake you should avoid making when you order, according to a top chef
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Expert trick to 'navigate' wine menu at restaurant - and order best value bottle
A sommelier has shared his expert advice about wine, explaining how to best navigate a wine menu when ordering a glass or bottle at a restaurant and how to pick something that's 'great value for money'
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Chef shares customer comment that always makes his 'heart sink' at restaurants
A TV chef has shared some of the 'worst' comments customers at a restaurant can make about their food to a chef or waiter, claiming one in particular is 'demoralising'