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5 cult Irish beauty buys for brighter skin this winter
Including an oil that's especially good at concealing dry, flaky skin in a hurry; and a fragrance-free, plant-rich balm that can support healing, protect the skin’s moisture barrier, and provide instant comfort

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Banned from Irish shelves: Cotton bud sticks, plastic cutlery, plates, stirrers and straws
Banned from Irish shelves: Cotton bud sticks, plastic cutlery, plates, stirrers and straws
Under the EU’s Single-Use Plastics Directive from 2019, member states such as Ireland were compelled to introduce measures combatting waste of such items by July 3 this year

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