Lifestyle

Micellar water can be found in bathroom cabinets all over the world and many swear by it as part of their skin care regime. It's a very effective make-up remover — here's the science behind why. 

Cilla Pershouse admits she "lost her sense of self" after the birth of her third child, but help came in the unexpected form of a new colleague at her farm - a border collie puppy named Ash Barky.

Look back on the month that was in this series of fascinating photos from ABC journalists and contributors across Western Australia. 

When keen travellers Ken and Judy Vorwerk arrive in a new region, they use tourism brochures rather than the internet to help guide them to local experiences, and they are not the only ones.

The discomfort of change can be better than the discomfort of not changing, and living a dissatisfied life. It's a lesson these people learnt through personal experience.

As the owner of a caravan weighing business, Jarrod Dickinson is meticulous about packing light to meet the country's strict towing load limits, but he says most caravan owners turn a blind eye to the rules. 

There's nothing like a renovation to throw your life into disarray, but it can be a new level of chaos while also living in your home. These are the nuggets of wisdom for how to survive, from those who've done it .

If you are already struggling to keep your New Year's resolution, you are not alone, but Dr Amantha Imber might have a solution for you.

Not everyone is satisfied with an office or working from home — they'd prefer to be operating from white-sand beaches and tropical rainforests. These Australians share the advantages and disadvantages of being a digital nomad.

We want to know how your travel plans, whether domestic or overseas, have been affected by increased flight or fuel prices this holiday season, amid the rising cost of living.

A sustainable city expert says, "it's increasingly the case that if you build more around cars, you drive the economy down" as rapidly growing regional cities grapple with long-term solutions to transport.

Nocturnal mammals, birds and reptiles can be impacted by bright Christmas decorations. Here are some ways to minimise harm.

A high-end beauty laboratory in an area with significant school drop out rates is encouraging students stay in school.

From edible Christmas-tree treats to chocolate-dipped fruit, step inside the land of sweets to see what confectioners are concocting this festive season.

When Kirsha Kaechele randomly surveyed a group of teenagers about their interests, she was surprised to hear "beauty" topped their lists. It inspired her to build a lab that teaches science through beauty products. 

SA Health says the Grand Princess is suffering outbreaks of both COVID-19 and gastroenteritis, with passengers telling the ABC that guests have been confined to their rooms for days.

La Trobe University research shows Australians would prefer to embrace many other green options to help the environment before giving up meat and becoming vegetarians.

Here's what you need to know about decaf coffee: how it's made, the flavour, the benefits — and whether it's actually caffeine-free.

Residents of developed countries spend an average of nine-to-10 hours sitting everyday and a sedentary lifestyle is linked to earlier death. But what if just 22 minutes of exercise a day could lower the risk? 

Picking up unwanted items from the street is becoming a new trend among China's young generation, with city "stooping" groups emerging on social media across the country's major cities. 

Love them or hate them, bras are part of everyday life for countless women ... but rarely are they hand-made by the wearer.

Imports of all Fiber Fresh products have been suspended and an urgent recall has been issued.

Jeffrey Morgan went from spending 18 years in prison to becoming a community leader and life coach. Now he's visiting "home" to inspire others.

A GP clinic in Woombye is set to become the fifth to close on the Sunshine Coast in just over a year, with the manager blaming an unsuccessful attempt to hire a new doctor.

Rural women have been building a sense of camaraderie and prioritising their own health and wellbeing as they enjoy their country lifestyle at the Cowgirls Gathering.