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A time when our skin was unwrinkled with life’s worries, when our know apy iron biggest concern was just ‘growing up’. But is that really true? As we age and mature, we become far more comfortable in our own skin, we pursue deeper and genuinely profound relationships, and vega ultimately we make wonderful memories along the way. e leap In this brand new woman&home bookazine, you’ll find out why your golden years are actually still ahead of you. Embrace your life’s journey so far and cultivate your best qualities – after all, it’s what makes you the fantastically unique person you are. We’ve got plenty of practical advice to help you live a truly happy and healthy life. You’ll also discover how to make the most of your body, whether that’s hair awards 2e0xperim2enting0 with a new fitness routine, finding the cosmetics, skincare and hair awards 2020 haircare products that are perfect for you, or trying out a new clothing style. If you need even more inspiration, meet real women with words of wisdom to share on everything from romance to phobias. It’s all here. Welcome to ndation Your Best You! boost y how to stay strong read and reset medicinal your shape your way a fitness fibre 12 ways to put more fun in your life This publication is for information only and is not intended to substitute professional medical advice and should not be relied on as health or personal advice. Never disregard professional advice or delay seeking it. Not all diets are suitable for everyone. Always consult your GP for guidance and before starting any new diet. Always seek professional healthcare advice when experiencing any side effects. In an emergency call the emergency services and seek professional help immediately. Readers rely on any information at their sole risk, and Woman & Home's Your Best You and its publisher, Future Publishing Ltd, limit their liability to the fullest extent permitted by law. 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Future plc is a public Chief executive Zillah Byng-Thorne company quoted on the Non-executive chairman Richard Huntingford London Stock Exchange Chief financial officer Penny Ladkin-Brand (symbol: FUTR) www.futureplc.com Tel +44 (0)1225 442 244 Part of the bookazine series Contents denotes cover story YOUR BEST SELF 10 MINDFULNESS MASTERCLASS Teach yourself basic meditations and find inner peace 61 14 T HE POWER OF POSITIVE THINKING Find out what you can achieve with a ‘can-do’ attitude 16 H OW TO STAY STRONG How to handle life when it becomes a bit overwhelming YOUR BEST LOOK 18 FEEL SEXY AT 50 86 Discover the secrets to keeping 34 FULL BODY MOT your sex drive live and well Treat yourself to these beauty 23 1 2 WAYS TO HAVE buys to rejuvenate your body MORE FUN 36 BEST HAIR EVER Put the wonder of childhood back into your life Every day’s a good hair day with these tips and tricks YOUR BEST HEALTH 24 FACE YOUR FEARS 42 YOUR SHAPE Conquer your fearful demons YOUR WAY 68 L OVE YOUR WORKOUT and defeat those pesky phobias Discover the best ways to dress, Hate exercise, but want to get fit? 26 SOURCES OF SUPPORT no matter your shape Find the workouts that work for you Who can you reach out to? 46 CONFIDENCE 71 6 SURPRISING 28 UNPACK YOUR BOOSTING FASHION BENEFITS OF WALKING EMOTIONS Readers show us their favourite Walking might seem ‘easy’, but it Understanding our feelings can confidence-boosting outfits has so many unsung benefits help free us from their control 50 GLOWING SKIN 72 WORKOUT FROM 30 SELF-HELP BOOKS HOME Explore the skincare products that Six books to start you off on your emphasise your natural radiance Sculpt your body from the comfort journey of self-compassion of your living room 52 YOUR PERFECT SCENT 31 FLOWER POWER 76 T ONE YOUR CORE Find the fragrance that brings out Find out how fragrances can those sensual pheromones Get those core muscles working affect your energy, endurance, – and train your pelvic floor too! 54 YOUR PERFECT emotions and memory FOUNDATION 80 INTIMATE CARE GUIDE Match your skin tone exactly, and Discover the best products to care learn what kind of foundation for your downstairs 52 coverage works best for your face 28 61 7 UPDATES TO YOUR LOOK Switch up your makeup routine with these easy, sultry techniques 6 CONTENTS 98 120 YOUR BEST LIFE 106 D REAMS TO REALITY Meet woman&home readers whose wildest dreams really came true 110 H OW REAL WOMEN GET BODY CONFIDENT Dare to bare? Top tips on feeling 68 confident in sexy swimwear 114 FEEL-GOOD HOLIDAYS Take yourself to your happy place and explore these uplifting trips 120 LEARNING HOLIDAYS Try a new activity in a new setting, or find somewhere to get started on that project you’ve been putting off 124 7 WAYS TO A GREENER HOME How your furniture choices can reduce your carbon footprint 128 G REEN MADE EASY Hacks to make your home 36 eco-friendly 124 129 AROMATHERAPY: SOOTH YOUR SENSES Kick off your shoes and relax with 93 FIBRE ON THE MENU these calming scents This vital vitamin does much 46 more than keeping you regular 84 C HOLESTEROL: KNOW YOUR LEVELS 94 HEALTHY STORE CUPBOARD SECRETS Learn about how cholesterol impacts your body Think tins aren’t good for you? Think again. Here are some of 86 T HE SECRETS TO the cans your kitchen needs SUPER SLEEP 96 A DOPT A PLANT- We spend a third of our lives BASED DIET sleeping. Here’s how you can improve your night-time routine Put more veggie and vegan delights on your meal planner 88 IS YOUR HEART HAPPY? 98 VEGAN DINNERS MADE EASY Why good cardiac health is 91 McruIcDialL toI Fa Elon g life Vwehgoalen fwameeilkyn ciagnh ts maveoaulsr the McAulay (p46) 92 BWaAlBMerrsehOAesA y aeyCO pG rog-TrSukroNe nETbgaoEieRot w YtSattniiIOdcnI AsmdgUU i a iten iMnoRnednor aputlorg? e hyb ooiouf trti chdsiise t 110023 MB–eF TMun omHnonEUgaueEDkugSses,h HI I b csiRClrauoRonIrOone NOdb Ny eAOao nfuFuLMd’nrI e bL–S rg aE aei nn t dt ipn hogew aeltrh y Prices and ages throughout correct as of October 2020Images: Getty Images (p28, p36, p61, p68, p86, p120); Liz Your Best You | 7 30 YOUR BEST SELF 10 MINDFULNESS 24 F ACE YOUR FEARS MASTERCLASS Conquer your fearful demons Teach yourself basic meditations and defeat those pesky phobias and find inner peace 26 SOURCES OF 14 POWER OF POSITIVE SUPPORT THINKING Who can you reach out to when Find out what you can achieve you need support? with a ‘can-do’ attitude 28 UNPACK YOUR 16 HOW TO STAY STRONG EMOTIONS How to tackle life when it Understanding our feelings can overwhelms you help free us from their control 18 F EEL SEXY AT 50 30 SELF-HELP BOOKS The secrets to keeping the fire of Six books to start you off on lust alive and well your journey of self-compassion 23 1 2 WAYS TO HAVE 31 FLOWER POWER MORE FUN Find out how fragrances can Put the wonder of childhood back affect your energy, endurance, into your life emotions and memory 28 18 14 8 YOUR BEST SELF 26 23 24 10 16 mages all mages: Getty I I Your Best You | 9 YOUR BEST SELF Let yourself OFF THE HOOK It’s time to step back and start being as kind to yourself as you are to the important people in your life – it’s good for your mental health, says Faith Hill OUR EXPERTS VIDYAMALA BURCH is the co-founder of the UK mindfulness organisation Breathworks, and co- author of Mindfulness for W Women (Piatkus). e hear a lot about Being kind to yourself not only MARY CONROY is the ‘mindfulness’ these provides a sense of security, it also author of Simplify Your days. So what can enables you to give to others from a Life, a guide to applying it do for you? In this place of inner confidence and trust. minimalism to various mini special, we explore how you SLOW DOWN aspects of your life can improve both your mental and (£10.99, Hay House UK). physical health with just a change in Research has proven that the ancient mindset. practice of mindfulness increases your DR DANNY PENMAN is Let’s start with mental health. Are inner wellbeing by helping you to slow co-author of Mindfulness: you someone who prides yourself in down. It calms the parts of your brain A Practical Guide looking after others? As women, we that create stress, and builds the parts to Finding Peace often put immense effort into being that lift your mood. in a Frantic World kind to the people around us because ‘Mindfulness can help you let (Piatkus), and The Art of Breathing we want them to feel valued, safe go of the belief that you must do (HarperCollins). and good about themselves. In our everything,’ says Vidyamala Burch. acts of kindness, we are considerate ‘The sense of calm and stillness that VEX KING is the author and gentle, and provide care and mindfulness brings about helps you of Good Vibes, Good affection. develop an inner compass where Life: How Self-Love is Yet, how often do you offer kindness YOU are in charge of your life, rather the Key to Unlocking to yourself? How frequently do you than feeling like a helpless victim of Your Greatness (£12.99, support your own needs, give yourself circumstances. It is a way of escaping Hay House UK). a break, or tell yourself that you are the surface chaos of your life and loved and everything will be OK? entering a calm stillness underneath.’ 10