Palmers

With Spring just over three weeks away, we're starting to think about exposed skin. And when we think exposed skin, we think firming and tightening, please! For this week's cash or credit, we're honing in on firming creams for all different parts of your body — whether your problem area is thighs and bottom or breasts or hands, there's a cream in here that will help. But the real key to using firming creams is consistency and the way you apply. Most have active ingredients, like caffeine for example, which aids circulation and drainage. Remember to apply in a firm (funny that) circular motions, and try to do this for a few minutes at a time. Ready to get firm? Let's go!

We're always on the lookout for amazing budget beauty buys, because just like most women, we want to be able to follow the beauty trends without spending a fortune. You see that's the great thing about beauty, it's easy to rock say, the upcoming neon trend, or wear a bright lip at just a moment's notice — and often for under $20! Click through to see our top 10 budget buys this week that will give you that, I-can't-wait-to-go-home-and-try-this feeling...

Now that we're almost in Winter (sob), it's time to start thinking about trading those lightweight lotions that you used in the warmer months for a more nourishing formula. A rich body butter is just the ticket for the upcoming season when skin needs that extra moisture hit. But that doesn't mean wet, thick, hard-to-absorb creams. We've tracked down five body butters that soften and smooth skin with their buttery texture but sink in easily providing long-lasting hydration.

If you exfoliate your body regularly it will do more than just make your skin feel soft. As well as removing the top layer of dead skin cells, it also stimulates circulation and banishes toxins, leaving your skin looking and feeling amazing. In the lead up to Summer it's an especially important step in the path to perfect pins so check out our top 10 body exfoliators, guaranteed to provide you with silky smooth skin.

With breast cancer affecting a staggering 1 in 9 women under the age of 85 in Australia, it's likely that you'll have either been personally affected by the illness or known someone who has been. Every October beauty brands launch pretty pink products that do more than just look good — they make you feel good because money from your purchase is going straight to the National Breast Cancer Foundation and raising vital funds needed to fight against it.

We're stepping things up in our budget bonanza to a cool $25. Still pretty reasonable, we think, especially for some of these skincare saviours. From tools you'll need for your very own at-home facial to do-it-all face creams, there's something for every budget, every level of effort you're willing to make, and every skin type. Check it out and tell us your fave buys now!

One in every nine Australian women will be diagnosed with breast cancer by the age of 85. Shocking stat, isn't it? In honour of today being Pink Ribbon Day, we've gathered together some limited edition pink products that donate a percentage of their proceeds to the National Breast Cancer Foundation. But we know that none of you need much encouragement to a) purchase something pink and b) help a good cause, so check out our gallery and then do your boobs . . .

Today is officially the day to indulge: it's World Chocolate Day! Woot woot! BUT if you're feeling guilty about munching away on a big bar of Lindt or even sneaking an extra Tim Tam, then we've got you covered on the beauty front. Check out some of the best chocolate treats around from brands such as Lush, Clinique, Palmers and more . . .