Mica Ricketts
Mica Ricketts is a freelance beauty editor and contributor to Marie Claire. She has written for titles including Refinery29 and Who What Wear UK, and also works with beauty brands on content messaging and marketing copy. She was previously Who What Wear UK's beauty editor. As someone that has tried basically every acne product on the market, she has a particular passion for debunking skincare myths and finding products that work. Plus, with two small children at home she is all about time-saving beauty routines that boost glow and disguise dark circles.
Latest articles by Mica Ricketts
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Experts agree we should switch up our skincare as we grow older—these are the 12 best moisturisers to tighten, brighten and hydrate
Hardworking creams that leave skin smooth and glowy
By Mica Ricketts
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My nails break all the time in winter, so I've been testing nail strengtheners to keep them supple and healthy—these are the best
No chips allowed
By Mica Ricketts
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Every make-up expert I know is raving about this unique new concealer—as a spot-prone beauty editor I understand they hype
My skin has had so many compliments
By Mica Ricketts
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These are the 7 best body lotions that I rely on in winter, because I hate the feeling of thick creams on my skin
Nourishing and non-sticky
By Lucy Abbersteen
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Dry lips? These are the 6 best satin lipsticks for hydration, colour and natural shine—and zero flaking
Elevating the everyday
By Mica Ricketts
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I have no time for a bath, but I'm not mad about it as these 8 body washes upgrade my daily shower to a luxury experience
Skin-softening formulations that smell incredible
By Mica Ricketts
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Celebrities and royals swear by this facialist for glowing skin—her line of products are just as good for adding radiance at home
Professional results without a trip to the clinic
By Mica Ricketts
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I have oily skin and I’ve just tested the 8 best matte foundations for great coverage and longevity—without the shine
They leave skin even, but never dull
By Mica Ricketts
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I just found the longest-wearing eyeshadow—it's the *only* one I've tried that stays put all night long
Maximum sparkle, minimal effort
By Mica Ricketts
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I’m too lazy to bother with primer, but whenever I wear this one I always get compliments on my skin
A serious glow-booster
By Mica Ricketts
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My hair never looks shiny, but this quick and easy in-shower treatment makes my textured hair look so sleek and glossy
It only takes 5 minutes
By Mica Ricketts
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I’m a beauty editor with a soft spot for expensive red lipsticks, but these 6 affordable ones can easily rival my luxury favourites
All under £20
By Mica Ricketts
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I just asked 7 hair experts to share their best round brush for a bouncy blowdry—these are the results
Turns out, the right brush makes all the difference
By Mica Ricketts
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Finding a blusher that works for pale skin can be tricky, but these are the 6 best for adding a subtle pop of colour
And they’re make-up artist-approved
By Mica Ricketts
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I’ve tried hundreds of cream blushes, but this one has replaced all of them thanks to how fresh and dewy it leaves my skin
It's in my make-up bag every single day
By Mica Ricketts
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Take my word for it: the Refy Beauty pre-Christmas discounts are *seriously* good - these are the 10 products to stock up on
Worth the hype
By Mica Ricketts
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I'm so nosy - beauty editors reveal the 9 best affordable skincare products that they always repurchase
All for £20 and under
By Mica Ricketts
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I’m hopeless at eye make-up, but these luxury eyeshadow palettes make smokey eyes a doddle
Four colours, countless make-up looks
By Mica Ricketts
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Turns out, hair does shed more in winter—here are the 8 products that experts swear by to keep hair loss at a minimum
For thick, swishy hair all season long
By Mica Ricketts
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I’ve been loyal to the Dyson Supersonic for years - this is the hairdryer that convinced me to turn my back on it
Yes, it’s *that* good
By Mica Ricketts
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Google searches for tretinoin have doubled this year - but what is it? Here’s what you need to know about the powerhouse ingredient
Tackle everything from acne to fine lines
By Mica Ricketts
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If I had to use just one make-up brand on my entire face then it would 100% be this luxury one
Trust me—there isn’t one dud in the entire lineup
By Mica Ricketts
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I switched up my skincare basics for La Prairie products—including a £1385 face mask—to see if they’re *actually* worth the money
A seriously luxurious upgrade
By Mica Ricketts
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I have oily skin that’s prone to breakouts, but this skin tint leaves my skin looking even, fresh *and* radiant
I use it every single day
By Mica Ricketts
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I asked 4 skin experts to share the best night creams for oily skin to calm breakouts and balance oiliness
All while you’re snoozing
By Mica Ricketts
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The best serums for oily skin reduce shine, minimise breakout and exfoliate pores—and these 6 do it all
Clear, healthy skin
By Mica Ricketts
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Forget eight hours of beauty sleep a night, this radiance-boosting serum is all I need
A does-it-all wonder
By Mica Ricketts