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I asked a nail salon for viral butter yellow nails – what they gave me looks like ear wax, you should not try this trend
BUTTER yellow appears to be the colour of 2025 and has boomed in popularity with fashion lovers.
However, one woman was left unimpressed after asking her nail salon to do a design in the colour, and the finished result resembled “fungus.”
Madison Rae, 28, from Kentucky, uploaded a video of her expectation vs reality when it came to the yellow nails.
While she had asked for sleek, Pinterest-worthy yellow nails, what she was given looked messy and an orangey-yellow colour instead.
In a video which has racked up 233,000 views, she shared: “Do NOT try butter yellow nails.
“De-influencing you.
“It’s giving fungus.”
People have been quick to comment on her beauty blunder on her @madsraexo account, with her clip gaining over 3,500 responses.
One person joked: “That’s Nacho Cheese nails.”
Another added: “It’s giving egg yolk.”
And a third commented: “Ear wax.”
Madison replied: “BYE NOT THAT.
“I thought it would get better idk.”
The beauty fan added that she had felt too nervous to comment on the nails as they were being done, and she even left a tip when she left.
She joked: “Girl if I don’t laugh I cry.”
Madison isn’t the first person to have a nail fail.
BEAUTY BLUNDER
We previously shared how a beauty fan has revealed that she spent £50 and three hours of her life getting what she thought would be an ‘iconic’ manicure.
However, the 29-year-old corporate girl was left “about to cry” when she left the salon.
Brunette beauty Imogen Lucy took to social media to show off her nail fail – and it’s left people gobsmacked.
Posting online, Imogen shared a series of snaps which she captioned ‘The tale of one terrible manicure.’
Alongside the pictures, Imogen penned: ‘If you’re having a bad day today, just know I spent three hours and £50 for this manicure.’
Whilst Imogen confirmed that she showed the nail artist an “inspo pic” – pale pink acrylic nails with blue nail art – she was in shock at the messy manicure she actually got.
Top beauty trends for 2025
Hayley Walker, Beauty Expert at Justmylook spoke exclusively to Fabulous about the big beauty trends for 2025.
Haircare
Hair gloss treatments are a must-have as beauty enthusiasts love the salon-quality shine and enhanced colour delivered by the trending treatment.
Hair glosses are multifunctional, as they nourish the hair while offering a vibrant, healthy-looking finish, combining 2025’s core trends. This treatment is perfect for those seeking an affordable, at-home glow-up.
2025 will focus on skin repairing and texture-enhancing treatments.
Skincare
Rejuran treatment, a celebrity-endorsed procedure, will see a rise in demand this year as many seek to enhance their skin’s appearance. The procedure entails injecting polynucleotides derived from salmon DNA to enhance skin texture and elasticity. “Rejuvenation is expected to dominate 2025 skincare trends as many seek to achieve a flawless, youthful complexion.
Skincare will also include back-to-basic products for a simplified routine.
Ginseng cleansing oil and panthenol cream are among the trending products for 2025. The cleansing oil is excellent for dissolving make-up and impurities without clogging pores and is enriched with nourishing properties to leave the skin feeling and looking refreshed and radiant.
Make-up
Make-up trends will follow suit to achieve youthful and radiant looks. Under-eye brighteners will be sought-after products for delivering coverage while enhancing natural radiance. This beauty tool will complement natural beauty while improving and brightening dull skin.
Make-up looks will be bigger and bolder in 2025 with cluster lashes expected to surge this year. These lashes bring the glam to glamorous looks as they deliver dramatic volume to enhance everyday or special occasion looks.
Peel-off lip stains circulated the beauty industry in 2024 and are expected to dominate in 2025. The growing popularity of this product is due to its ability to provide long-lasting, transfer-proof colour to lips, enhancing a natural aesthetic. Additionally, cherry-coded aesthetics are expected to be everywhere this year as the deep, rich hue can be achieved using peel-off lip stains or bold lip looks for a dramatic effect.
Nails
2025 will be another year of countless, show-stopping nail trends. Goddess Nails and Aura Nails deserve an honourable mention as these designs channel an ethereal, celestial aesthetic for bold, self-expressing nails.
Mayo county board treated Kevin McStay disgracefully with cold, classless statement announcing exit
LETTING Kevin McStay go was one thing, but letting him down was another.
Mayo were in the news for all the wrong reasons again last Wednesday night when the county board announced a decision had been made to “relieve” the 1985 All-Star forward and his management team from their duties in a cold, classless statement.
This was a PR disaster entirely of their own making.
Appointed on a four-year term in August 2022, McStay stood aside for health reasons after Mayo’s shock All-Ireland group-stage loss to Cavan on May 18.
There was no mention or acknowledgement of his health ordeal in the statement, which was quite unbelievable — and the worst part of it all.
Mayo bowed out of the Championship after losing to Donegal on June 15. McStay was relieved of his duties ten days later. Why so soon?
Had any sort of review been conducted as per those of the previous two campaigns and did the county’s clubs back the decision? None of this was clear.
Sure, it’s been a tough few years on the field. Galway have won four Connacht titles in a row and Mayo have not reached the All-Ireland semis since 2021.
But there were sliding-doors moments during McStay’s tenure. He won a Division 1 title in his first campaign in 2023, beating Galway in the final.
But a request to bring the game forward was rejected by Croke Park chiefs, meaning they had a seven-day turnaround to their Connacht SFC opener against Roscommon and the Rossies pulled off an ambush in Castlebar.
In the All-Ireland group stages they inflicted a first Championship defeat on Kerry in Killarney in 28 years but came a cropper against Cork, letting slip a six-point lead to lose and miss out on a direct quarter-final spot.
Again they bounced back, sinking Galway in Salthill, only to get blown away by Dublin in the second half in the last eight.
Coach Liam McHale — McStay’s brother-in-law — quit, citing differences with management over the style of play and the first in-depth review came in the autumn.
Last year, Connor Gleeson’s last-gasp kick sank them in the Connacht final against Galway.
Referee David Gough subsequently admitted that he wrongly penalised Conor Loftus for over-carrying and so the late, late winning free should never have been awarded.
Having drawn with Dublin in the All-Ireland group stages after the Sky Blues’ Cormac Costello levelled at the death, the teams both finished on five points but the Dubs topped the group on score difference.
And so it was the preliminary quarter-final route again, and this time Chrissy McKaigue’s 75th-minute leveller forced extra-time before Derry got the job done on penalties. Mayo were out by the end of June.
Another review took time, with club delegates voicing their concern at how long the process was taking at a county board meeting in early September.
The board eventually confirmed McStay would remain for 2025.
Cillian O’Connor and Pádraig O’Hora left the squad. Galway won the Connacht final by a point again and the group-stage elimination and McStay’s health scare followed.
BETTER EXAMPLES
But the parting of ways and how it was handled was a massive insult to what the Ballina man has contributed to Mayo football as a player and a manager.
On the same night that McStay was ousted, Antrim released a gushing statement after boss Andy McEntee stepped down.
The Saffrons had a flat campaign but acknowledging and thanking the work of their manager was the decent thing to do.
Roscommon did likewise when Davy Burke left his post last Friday.
The Rossies had a poor Championship but there was still an acknowledgement of the work that goes into what is often a cut-throat, thankless job.
Mayo failed to show that appreciation to their outgoing boss. They let themselves down badly and they let down McStay.
The list of buys from Superdrug that will save beauty fans £500 and your summer glow-up will still be on point
A SUPERDRUG worker has revealed insider secrets on how savvy shoppers can save big without skimping on quality.
From luxury skincare to cult bronzing drops, beauty buffs could be bagging lookalike products that do the exact same job for a fraction of the price.
In fact, switching out some popular high-end heroes could save you up to £500 – that’s an entire spa weekend and your glam kit sorted.
From bargain lip oils to fragrances that’ll have people thinking you’ve splashed out on Baccarat, here’s how to shop smart and still slay.
Here’s the ultimate dupe list that proves you don’t need to drop big bucks to get big beauty results that melts away makeup just as well as its high-end cousin.
Bronzing Drops
REAL: Drunk Elephant D-Bronzi Drops, £34
DUPE: Studio London U Dew U Bronzing Drops
SAVE: £29
TikTok’s fave bronzing drops just met their match.
Superdrug’s £5 version gives the same sunkissed sheen and mixes seamlessly with foundation or moisturiser.
At this price, it’s pretty much sunshine in a bottle without the splurge.
Perfume
REAL: Baccarat Rouge 540
DUPE: Artiscent Atelier Scents, Precious Amber, £12
SAVE: £233
Yes, really. The internet has been buzzing about this dupe and with good reason.
Warm, sexy, sweet, and long-lasting, it’s a dead ringer for the viral Baccarat fragrance.
One spray and people will genuinely think you’ve splashed out on the real thing.
Lip Oil
REAL: Dior Lip Glow Oil, £34
DUPE: Studio London SuperBoost Tint Oil in Cherry, £6
SAVE: £28
This glossy lip oil gives high shine, a juicy flush of colour, and hydration that lasts. Throw it in every handbag, guilt-free.
Hydrating Serum
REAL: Chanel Hydra Beauty Micro Serum, £84
DUPE: B. Hydrate Intense Hydrating Serum, £15
SAVE: £69
This skin-plumping serum is a hydration hero, packed with hyaluronic acid and niacinamide.
Your skin won’t know the difference but your bank balance definitely will.
Shower Gel
REAL: Sol de Janeiro Brazilian 4 Play Shower Cream-Gel, £39
DUPE: Fruity Caramel and Pistachio Shower Gel, £1.89
SAVE: £37.11
That rich, sweet holiday scent you love? Meet its £1.89 twin.
Lathers like a dream, smells like dessert, and gives you the exact same vibes as its pricier cousin.
Anti-Aging Cream
REAL: Elemis Pro-Collagen Marine Cream, £65
DUPE: B. Age Define Moisturising Day Cream SPF 30, £17
SAVE: £48
Both creams promise hydration, firmness and smoother skin but only one costs nearly £70.
For under £20, Superdrug’s version even gives you SPF 30 protection.
Setting Spray
REAL: Urban Decay All Nighter Setting Spray, £28
DUPE: Studio London U Matte-er Setting Mist, £4
SAVE: £21
Great for oily skin, humidity, or nights out that turn into mornings, this spray will keep your making lasting all-day long for less.
Toner
REAL: Paula’s Choice 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant, £35
DUPE: Me+ BHA Toner, £9
SAVE: £26
This gentle acid exfoliant unclogs pores and smooths texture.
Superdrug’s version is supposed to deliver the same results without the premium price tag.
Cleansing Balm
REAL: Clinique Take The Day Off Cleansing Balm, £34,
DUPE: B. Cleanse Melting Cleansing Balm, £10 (£5 member price)
SAVE: £29
At first glance, they might not look identical but this cult Superdrug balm is packed with the same glow-getting ingredients.
Think vitamin E, seed oils, and a dreamy balm-to-oil texture
TOTAL SAVED: £520.12
So next time you’re eyeing up that boujee bottle or serum, remember that your local Superdrug might just have the answer – for a whole lot less.
The best perfume dupes on the high street
WE all love a good perfume, but they can also be pricey. So why not try a dupe from the high street instead? Here's some of the best:
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Marks & Spencer:
Apothecary Warmth, £9.50 – dupe for Le Labo’s Santal 33 – BUY NOW
Sea Salt and Neroli, £13 – dupe for Tom Ford’s Neroli Portofino – BUY NOW
Midnight Blossom, £10 – dupe for Yves Saint Laurent Black Opium – BUY NOW
Soft Iris, £10 – dupe for Chanel Coco Mademoiselle – BUY NOW
Zara:
Energetically New York, £25.99 – dupe for Le Labo’s Santal 33
Nude Bouquet, £12.99 – dupe for Dior’s Miss Dior
Applejuice, £12.99 – dupe for DKNY’s Be Delicious
Sublime Epoque, £22.99 – dupe for Armani My Way
Aldi:
Empress, £5.99 – dupe for Paco Rabanne Olympéa
Feminine, £6.99 – dupe for Coco Mademoiselle
Masculine, £6.99 – dupe for Jean Paul Gaultier’s Le Male
Hotel Collection No39 Poppy and Barley, £6.99 – dupe for Jo Malone’s Poppy and Barley
We took our paddling pool to the next level with Lidl’s £8.99 floats – they have strawberry, avocado & ice lolly shapes
A WOMAN has raved about Lidl’s fun pool floats for making paddling pools even more fun.
The bargain hunter said she had popped into the supermarket and walked away with three of their £8.99 “floaties.”
She told fellow shoppers how impressed she was at their size, and said: “Wasn’t expecting them to be as big as they are.”
The Lidl pool floats also come in a range of fun designs.
Taking to the Facebook group Extreme Couponing and Bargains UK, she shared: “They have all shapes, we got the strawberry, avocado and ice lolly shape.”
She also uploaded a photo of the inflatable strawberry float, and then showed it in action all blown up in her paddling pool, which she had bought on Very.
The bargain find looked perfect for keeping kids entertained over the summer holidays.
It could also be used if you love sun bathing with a book or cool frozen drink.
Her post has racked up numerous likes, and many people said they had either rushed to stock up on the floats or were desperate to get them.
One person said they had bought one for their recent holiday to save cash when they were out there.
They wrote: “Took one off them to lanzorate with us, save paying prices out there lol.”
A second added: “worth a visit to Lidl.”
And a third commented: “We had them last year they were great.”
Another person said their Lidl floats were still in perfect condition over a decade later.
They said: “Had these 10 years they are still going strong from lidl.
“We got them from uk to take to spain as they are so expensive abroad they were that strong.
“We brought these ones back normally they burst or don’t bother bringing stuff like this home but glad we did been such a good buy.”
POOL SAFETY
Swimming instructor Nikki Scarnati previously went viral after begging parents not to buy their kids blue swimming costumes.
She said the colour made it almost impossible to see youngsters playing in the water.
The parent also urged mums and dads not to wrap their kids up tightly in a towel after going for a dip as it restricts their limbs.
If they were then to fall into a pool, there is a high chance they could drown, she added.
Why do Aldi and Lidl have such fast checkouts
IF you’ve ever shopped in Aldi or Lidl then you’ll probably have experienced its ultra-fast checkout staff.
Aldi’s speedy reputation is no mistake, in fact, the supermarket claims that its tills are 40 per cent quicker than rivals.
It’s all part of Aldi’s plan to be as efficient as possible – and this, the budget shop claims, helps keep costs low for shoppers.
Efficient barcodes on packaging means staff are able to scan items as quickly as possible, with the majority of products having multiple barcodes to speed up the process.
It also uses “shelf-ready” packaging which keeps costs low when it comes to replenishing stock.
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