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THEY look like the perfect A-list couple, flaunting their chiselled abs and lithe tanned limbs in a Instagram holiday photo album even the Kardashians would be envious of.
But behind the scenes of Andy Carrol and Lou Teasdale’s never-ending Ibiza break is a fractious war of tensions with his ex Billi Mucklow – who he spilt from just 11 months ago – with pals of the star telling The Sun: “It’s a pressure cooker waiting to explode.”
And while former Towie star Billi has kept a dignified silence, sources say those around her are astounded by his brutal antics, flaunting his new relationship in her face while she comes to terms with the end of her 11-year relationship.
One told us: “Everyone thinks Andy is acting like an utter p***k and is making himself look like a total fool posting so many sexy shots with Lou – who he moved on with alarmingly quickly after separating from the mother of his kids.
“While he is off galavanting around the party island, posting all these snaps that scream ‘we are having hot sex!’, Billi is at home looking after not only their children, but his two kids from a previous relationship with ex-fiancee Faye Johnstone.
“It’s a silent gut-punch to Billie, who is an angel and adores the kids – looking after them and protecting them from this circus is her number one priority.
“To her it’s second nature to be there for them and to be their caregiver.”
Indeed, just last week Billi posted a sweet snap of all five kids on social media, bearing the caption: “You kids are my world. You are everything I will ever need. I adore you.”
But while Billi is focusing on raising her brood, her pals are annoyed that she’s the one holding the fort at home alone.
The insider continued: “For us, the people who know Billi well, it’s galling to see her carrying the load while Andy is gallivanting by the beach with Lou.
“This isn’t a one-off either.”
Just weeks after The Sun revealed Andy and Lou were an item, they jetted to Mallorca for their first holiday as a couple.
And since then they’ve enjoyed several more trips to Mallorca, south of France and Ibiza.
Andy and Billi split just two years after tying the knot.
In a statement to The Sun at the time, Andy said: “Billi and I have privately separated earlier this year and we are under way with our divorce proceedings.
“It has been a hard few months for our family and we continue to move forward amicably for our children.”
Everyone thinks Andy is acting like an utter p***k and is making himself look like a total fool posting so many sexy shots with Lou
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Our source adds: “We were all shocked when he went public with Lou in October just three months after he announced his split with Billi amid fears he was cheating.
“We think it’d be interesting to hear what Lou makes of it all, given she’s a mum too and would know that Billi is picking up the load for Andy.”
In contrast to Andy’s jet set life, Billi spends her days running a home with five children – on the school run, cooking and doing the washing.
The source continues: “The whole situation feels very disrespectful – but Billi has made it clear she won’t be drawn into any of Andy’s nonsense.
“She is holding her head high and just minding her own business – being a strong female role model for all the kids is her MO.
“For Billi, being a good mum to the kids they shared for many years is all that matters.
Billi has no interest in dating right now. Billi’s focus is on being a good mum to the kids and building a stable life for them all
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“While the kids are with Billi, Andy sees them all as much as he can.
“Billi’s mates have been rallying around her and it’s the same with her family. It’s not a ‘woe is me’ situation. She’s had a really hard time but she doesn’t want anyone feeling sorry for her, she is just getting on with it.
“But Andy should be ashamed of himself for how he has been acting. It’s like watching a teenage kid, not a grown man with responsibilities.”
Those close to Billi said her legal team is currently thrashing out the terms of her divorce with Andy.
He’s a footballer worth millions – Liverpool negotiated a transfer fee of £35 million while West Ham splashed out £15 million – so there’s a huge amount of money at stake in this legal battle.
They added: “Naturally there has been a lot of back and forth but Billi is hoping that a line can be drawn under it all soon.
“She has no interest in dating right now. Billi’s focus is on being a good mum to the kids and building a stable life for them all.”
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ELIZABETH HURLEY turns 60 this week – and no doubt attention will turn to how well she looks.
Having interviewed her many times, I can confirm she really does look as good close up as she does in photos. So what’s her secret?
She has the best products, aesthetics doctors, hairdressers, nutritionists and personal trainers on speed dial – and it is also her job to look good.
But what about the rest of us?
As a beauty expert, it’s my job to sort through the noise and discover what really works – and aged 62-and-a-half, I’ve tested thousands of products, treatments and tweakments.
This is everything I’ve learned.
You may be surprised to hear that you don’t need to spend a fortune on expensive products.
Dermatologists I’ve spoken to all say the same thing.
“Use a vitamin C serum every morning, top it with an SPF50 in place of your moisturiser and then use a vitamin A retinoid at night,” advises my dermatologist, Dr Emma Craythorne from Discovery+’s The Bad Skin Clinic.
Everything else is window dressing.
Just choose the supporting gentle cleanser, moisturiser and serums that you enjoy using and can afford.
Avène Ultra Fluid Invisible SPF50 for Sensitive Skin, £21
Use this in place of your moisturiser because it does it all, and remember to use it on your neck and chest, too (I have learned that lesson the hard way).
Paula’s Choice C15 Super Booster, £44.20
This brightens skin, boosts collagen to keep skin firmer, and protects against pollution and sunlight.
No7 Pure Retinol 1% Retinol Night Concentrate, £39.95
A gold-standard night-repair product, this will help reverse signs of ageing like fine lines and wrinkles, pigmentation, dullness, hormonal breakouts and enlarged pores.
In the 30 years I have been writing and talking about beauty, there has been a revolution in tweakments.
Back then only celebrities had Botox and lip filler, and now they’re commonplace.
But what’s really worth your money?
“Neuromodulators (Botox) for sure,” says This Morning’s expert Dr Wassim Taktouk of The Taktouk Clinic.
“In 15 minutes, you can erase expression lines caused by frowning, smiling and raising your eyebrows in a way that no product can match.
“During the few days after your treatment, you will slowly notice your lines softening and then maybe even disappearing,” he adds.
Trust me, 99% of famous people are having tweakments, they just like to deny it!
Lasers are a great way of erasing sun damage, which if you’re in your 60s you will undoubtedly have because we all sunbathed in SPF4 oil.
Don’t feel guilty: no one knew better at the time.
A doctor can use a laser to target redness, brown spots, large pores, uneven texture and even those annoying chin hairs.
The key is to find a clinic you trust and an aesthetician who knows their stuff.
Don’t be afraid to ask friends and contacts for recommendations.
I am reluctant to recommend filler simply because it does not suit all face shapes.
I have a large face that’s prone to puffiness, so it’s not for me.
If, however, you have a fine bone structure, thin face or lips and want to put that young, plump look back into your face, then it can work wonders.
I am going to say this once and very loudly: if you are looking in the mirror and lifting your skin up with your fingers in an attempt to get rid of a turkey neck and sagging cheeks or jowls, no tweakment can replicate that effect.
That’s when celebrities choose deep plane facelifts.
Hollywood can forgive smile lines and grey hair, but it’s very unforgiving of a lax jawline or neck, so a lot of famous women and men over 50 have lower facelifts.
It’s why looking at celebrities the same age as you should never make you feel bad, as they have all had a lot of work done.
Having said that, if you are considering surgery and can afford it, a facelift will restore the facial contours you had 20 years ago.
If you want to look and feel better, you need to do three things – walk everywhere, lift weights to build muscle and bone strength, and do some sort of core exercise like yoga or Pilates.
I haven’t worked out in three years since moving house and I have noticed the difference in my flexibility and strength, and I’ve developed the dreaded bingo wings.
Elizabeth Hurley works out to look good when she’s wearing a bikini.
In their 20s, many women are blessed with good genes, but in their 60s, anyone who still feels confident wearing a bikini has worked really hard for it.
They will also have watched what they eat very carefully.
When it comes to skin, the body needs the same ingredients as the face.
Skin is skin, so no neck cream or cellulite cream, no stretchmark cream or miracle slimming gel is going to work.
It’s simple – wear SPF when you go in the sun and use a retinol body lotion every night.
Naturium Retinol Body Lotion, £27
Suitable for daily use, this thick body lotion sinks in quickly, smooths rough texture and moisturises limbs while fading scars and stretch marks over time.
Don’t expect miracles – slow and steady wins the race with bodycare.
Your hair changes texture as it ages – it can become thin and fine and what’s there can change to weirdly frizzy if it goes grey.
To colour or not colour is up to you, but if you go lighter, remember to keep your roots and underneath sections slightly darker as that is far more youthful.
Apply a hair oil to your mid-lengths and ends before shampooing, and also use it afterwards to smooth and add shine.
Pantene Repair & Protect Hair Oil, £7.99
Don’t overspend on haircare – trust me, the big beauty brands really deliver.
If your hair is starting to thin, have a blood test.
“You need to check your hormones and nutrition levels, as knowing the cause of hair loss and the type of hair loss means we can treat it,” explains trichologist Lisa Caddy at Philip Kingsley.
No supplement can replace good medical advice.
Finally, remember what Hollywood legend Bette Davis said: “Getting old is not for sissies.” But it’s also a huge privilege.
Follow Nadine on Instagram @Nadinebaggott where she answers your beauty questions, and watch her on ITV’s This Morning.
Marie Nieuwoudt, a Group Education Manager at CLOUD NINE told Fabulous everything you need to know regarding hair loss.
What are the common causes of hair loss?
Marie explained: “There are so many reasons why someone may face hair loss.
“The number one reason is usually hormonal changes or underlying health conditions (like thyroid conditions), and stress of
course also plays a big part in changes to your hair health.
“But another very common day-to-day cause is excessive damage to your hair created by mistakes in your styling routines – and this a
big one to be aware of for people who are regularly applying heat to their hair!
“It’s important to know the right temperature for your hair type when using styling tools, as this is essential in reducing unintentional heat damage.
“I also see a lot of people facing hair loss resulting from hereditary conditions, which are passed down from generation to generation.”
What are the best hairstyles people should try to reduce their hair loss?
According to Marie: “Less is more when it comes to hair loss! It’s important to be gentle with your hair, so a low-maintenance style that limits pulling on your scalp will be your best option.
“Putting your hair up in a tight ponytail or adding hair clips can cause stress points at the roots.
“Instead, try leaving your hair down, or out.
“You’re not limited in your options, but it pays to be intentional with your hair styling. Using tools which limit damage to your hair is vital.
“Discussing your concerns with a hairdresser or hair loss specialist is also a great way to find styles that suit your specific needs, whilst still making sure you look and feel your best.”
How long does it take for hair loss to stop?
If you’re itching to know when your hair will grow back, Marie confirmed: “Hair loss is a personal journey – and it’s different for everyone, so it’s very difficult to put exact timings on this process.
“Every head of hair is unique, and so too is your hair loss experience.
“As always, you can speak to a professional hairdresser or trichologist about your specific concerns and hair changes, and they’ll be able to help you manage those expectations.
“I can’t emphasise enough how important it is to be kind to your hair. Most people treat their hair quite roughly, and this is something you definitely want to avoid when dealing with hair loss in particular.
“Make sure you’re choosing products and styling routines that you know are good for your hair, rather than causing additional damage.”
CADBURY has discontinued its Bournville fingers in spite of rave reviews from fans.
The crispy biscuits were a popular item within Cadbury’s Bournville range, which features dark chocolate products.
But manufacturer Cadbury this week confirmed it has ended the treat, having originally launched it in October 2020 as a lockdown treat to share at home.
The Fingers were praised for being less sweet than the ordinary Dairy Milk fingers, meaning you could eat more of them at any one time.
One fan said on the Asda website: “I used to enjoy the regular chocolate fingers but since I’ve tried these I’m a convert! They are soo delicious especially with a cup of tea, and because they aren’t as sweet as the usual chocolate fingers, they are also very moreish! “Would recommend for everyone!”
Another added: “Just delicious. I’m a plain chocolate person, so made up with these.”
A third said: “Can’t believe how nice they are. Were sadly gone in minutes.”
The product had been particularly popular with vegans, as it did not contain milk, but there was disappointment in 2022 after skimmed milk powder was included in the recipe.
Cadbury’s owner Mondelēz International said: “We continuously adapt our product range to ensure it meets changing tastes whilst supporting growth for our customers and our business.
“Our Cadbury Bournville Fingers were discontinued this year. However, we still have plenty of other delicious products for consumers to enjoy, such as our Cadbury Bournville Giant Dark Buttons and our classic Cadbury Dairy Milk Chocolate Fingers.”
It’s not the first time a discontinued product has caused upset.
Cadbury has also confirmed it has discontinued its Fry’s Coffee Cream bars, while dark chocolate Toberlones have also gone.
Meanwhile, Aldi has axed its Dairyfine Blonde chocolate bar, leaving fans upset as they struggle to find their favourite sweet treat.
It comes as Brits have had to wave goodbye to a number of dark chocolate bars.
Toblerone axed the dark chocolate version of the bar earlier this year.
Mars axed its dark chocolate Bounty in 2023, leaving customers heartbroken.
At the time shoppers said the moves was “bad for their mental health“.
Others were quick to share their pain with one fan saying: “Noooooo. Dark chocolate Bountys beat milk chocolate Bountys hands down.
And it’s not only dark chocolate fans getting bruised, a number of beloved chocolate bars have vanished from shelves in recent years.
Nestlé confirmed two years ago that it had axed the Caramac bar, first launched in the late 1950s, due to “low sales“.
But the treat has been spotted sporadically at bargain retailers since.
However, it’s not all bad news sometimes iconic chocolate bars make a return.
Milky Way Crispy Rolls returned earlier after they were discontinued three years ago.
ANALYSIS by chief consumer reporter James Flanders.
Food and drinks makers have been known to tweak their recipes or axe items altogether.
They often say that this is down to the changing tastes of customers.
There are several reasons why this could be done.
For example, government regulation, like the “sugar tax,” forces firms to change their recipes.
Some manufacturers might choose to tweak ingredients to cut costs.
They may opt for a cheaper alternative, especially when costs are rising to keep prices stable.
For example, Tango Cherry disappeared from shelves in 2018.
It has recently returned after six years away but as a sugar-free version.
Fanta removed sweetener from its sugar-free alternative earlier this year.
Suntory tweaked the flavour of its flagship Lucozade Original and Orange energy drinks.
While the amount of sugar in every bottle remains unchanged, the supplier swapped out the sweetener aspartame for sucralose.