Kokova Magazine

The BBC's new period drama 'The White Queen' is causing a drama of a different kind - that of historical inaccuracy. The lavish production is based on the novel by Philippa Gregory and set in 1464 during the War of the Roses, but look closely and behind the simpering stares and brooding brows lurk modern day anachronisms that are all too prevalent. These include metal hand rails, bricks, modern guttering, zips, nail polish and clothes pegs.

Summer is here and it's time to get those feet and fingers ready for parties, pools, flip-flops and festivals. Fiskars, the world's No. 1 scissor brand have put the fun into functional with their new Bubble manicure scissors - a splash of gorgeous colours with the super sharp blades you'd expect from Fiskars.

Lately we have found the trend towards 'natural & organic' skincare a little confusing and in light of the recent report from the Soil Association regarding the harmful chemicals found in organically labelled products, we decided to look a little closer at the synthetic market vs the natural choice. The International Institute of Anti-Aging (iiaa) are the official UK distributors of Environ Skincare, Jane Iredale natural mineral make-up and the Advanced Nutrition Programme (ANP) beauty supplements, so we visited their Skin3 salon in Swiss Cottage, London and began trialling their range.

Recent news from the Soil Association highlights further concerns regarding the beauty industry and the number of harmful chemicals found in beauty products labelled as 'organic' and 'natural' or 'nature inspired'. According to the Soil Association, ingredients often found in antifreeze, floor cleaner, oven cleaner or car oil and ingredients banned in children's food and toys are making their way into non-certified beauty products labelled as organic or natural due to a lack of industry regulation.

When it comes to the electric car, many consumers are still under the impression that style and comfort forgo their place in everyday driving to make room for economy, efficiency and an army of 'green' credentials. But what if an electric car can not only deliver zero emissions, be more cost effective than any of its gas guzzling rivals and still retain a high level of performance and usability?

The Sili Company is proud to offer safe and reusable food pouches, in two dynamic styles - the original, spill-proof Sili Squeeze and the free-flowing Sili Squeeze with Eeeze. Perfect for homemade baby food and smoothies, purées and mashes, as well as ready-made favourites like yoghurt and apple sauce. Refill your Sili Squeeze or Sili Squeeze with Eeeze with homemade and organic goodness again and again.