Millions of people in the UK can’t afford even the most basic hygiene products, such as soap or toothbrushes (which isn’t helped by a global pandemic and rising unemployment). Which is why Boots is donating £1million-worth of products this Christmas to The Hygiene Bank* to help tackle hygiene poverty.

To raise awareness of this, Boots has launched its Christmas campaign, partnering with up-and-coming British singer Rachel Chinouriri to re-record the classic track ‘What The World Needs Now’ available on Boots.com/love. Each time someone streams the song, Warner Music will give a percentage of the royalties to The Hygiene Bank. Plus, if you’re planning a trip to Boots, you can contribute toiletries yourself at donation points in 245 Boots branches (our stores are open and you can still safely shop); and give £5 directly to the charity by texting BASICS to 70085**. So get streaming, donating and singing along. Talk about #PrescribeKindness in action – that really is what the world needs now.

The economy has taken a real hit because of the pandemic, but there are small ways we can help. It can be as simple as thinking about your next beauty buy and where you’re putting your hard-earned wonga. Why not support some much-loved British beauty brands? Here are our top picks that are sure to secure a permanent fixture in your bathroom: BYBI Babe Balm is a cult classic and impressive multi-tasker. Add a sheen to the tops of cheeks for a natural highlight, or use as a moisturiser on chapped lips (which in this windy weather, is a must) to help soothe dry patches, sharpish. It’s vegan, too. Curly hair? It’ll lap up Bouclème Curl Defining Gel. Let the Argan and coconut oils smooth and hold your style; plus, its serum-like consistency makes it super-easy to apply. And check out The Inkey List Salicylic Acid Cleanser, which can help control oil and banish breakouts. Sold!

Apparently, we Brits only manage to get outside for around an hour each working day, with some people admitting to not getting out at all during daylight hours! (Blame our work/life balance becoming even more skewed since COVID-19.) Of course, without sunlight, our bodies struggle to get enough of that all-important vitamin D – which is even harder to do with winter looming, as the sun’s rays are too weak to benefit us (even on the odd occasion it does shine!). Any wonder that 44% of us reported feeling more tired than usual! Which is why the NHS recommends taking 10 micrograms (400IU) of vitamin D daily from October to March. So, consider adding Healthspan Vitamin D Apple & Blackcurrant Gummies to your daily routine.