Ibironke Akinsete is a Professor of Haematology whose  fascination with blood and the formation of the human body informed her choice of career. Born 72 about years ago, Prof. Akinsete graduated in Medicine from Aberdeen University, Scotland and acquired scholarships, prizes and fellowships in Haematology. She is retired now and serves as consultant to the […]

Gallstones are solid deposits of cholesterol or calcium salts that form in the gallbladder or the bile ducts nearby. These stones often cause no symptoms and do not need treatment. In some individuals, a gallbladder attack occurs with symptoms such as nausea and an intense, constant or intermittent ache in the upper middle or right […]

Often we get so caught up in the rules of a diet that we miss the most important part of a life style strategy: changing attitudes and perspectives about food, and eating to allow a change of habit. Some eating is habitual as an automatic response to various life situations. Old habits can be triggered […]

If you’re interested in meeting new people, send fewer text messages and make more phone calls. For females, I advice you let a guy do more of the calling; if he wants you he will chase you, just be available. Spend less time downloading music for your iPod and spend more time listening to live […]

Voluptuous is the new black. Everywhere, on every platform, via every medium, the curvy woman is celebrated. Now, with each pronouncement and every communication, those lines that influence our subconscious and conscious are telling us to stop, listen and admire she of the bodacious beauty. Icons of curves have sprung out everywhere, from the Jennifer […]

By Yemisi Suleiman Women’s scarves are one of today’s hottest accessory essentials. They are not just used as  head cover anymore,  but as neck ties on corporate shirts, as hair bands, belts and more. Putting on a suitable design of scarf can easily make any outfit a knockout. Beyond the elegance delivered by fine jewelleries […]

In the last edition, I told you that every decision you make with your money puts you at crossroads between truth and lies and your decision is vital. Take the path of truth and it will lead you to creating more wealth and holding onto it, while the path of lies will lead you to […]

By Yemisi Suleiman Ruffles are everywhere now, as quite  a few outfits these days have ruffles as they can add a touch of class of detail to the items that you are wearing. A  great way to add a little flavour to  the trend is  by having them on the bag, shoes, scarves or jewellery. […]

I am a regular reader of your column, and I want to thank you for the wonderful job you are doing. I am writing because I need information on how to really care for my skin. what are the basic things that I should do? Thank you, Roro, Lagos.

Tegali beauty school, a training centre for those who wish to become professionals in hair styling and beauty has opened at the high brow Ikota Shopping Complex,VGC, Lagos.

With a good number of fashionable sunglasses now on the shelves from reputable eye wear designers; Hugo Boss, Channel, Stella Mc Carthey, Ksubi, Ray Ban and Gucci , you can indulge yourself in some fashionable eye wears that will get you noticed anywhere.

Buzz up! Fashion buffs in Nigeria will soon have something to “brag about” and “show off” for, no matter the occasion. Treasure Cove Nigeria Ltd. Lagos, wishes to announce plans to open their first retail outlet stores named Shakara and Yanga respectively.

One style or trend that is really hot on the fashion scene now is the draped dress.. Draped dress is a general term which can be applied to all sorts of dresses from elegant Greek goddess dresses to body con dresses and quirky styles of dresses with fabric draped in an unexpected way.

Definitely not! Every woman can not have long hair because not all women are blessed with the genes and even among those who may have inherited genes for great hair, not all will have the type of information they need or the time/effort/money to acquire healthy hair. Let’s examine all possible scenarios. Some women say […]