Gen Zers may use the web to share memes and post their meals, but their exposure to social media and 24/7 news means they’re also well aware of major global issues like climate change. In the first of a two-part report, we explore how sustainability has become a way of life for this cohort.

Pollution masks may be commonplace in China, but now Westerners are increasingly looking to protect themselves against bad air quality, too. With 73% of Londoners worrying about air pollution, REN Flash Defence Mist is anti-pollution skincare that can ease their concerns when it comes to their skin.

Fashion plays a major role in young people’s lives, providing a way to express their identity. It’s particularly important for Gen Zers though, for whom style choices are determined by myriad factors. What’s moulding their approach to apparel, and how are they pushing fashion boundaries?

With 75% of catwalk models being white, it’s no surprise that young black women aren’t buying fashion’s token approach to diversity. Knots & Vibes is a London-based crochet brand rooted in the African-Caribbean community, using its platform to raise awareness of women’s issues and champion diversity.