Latest articles by Mica Ricketts
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Trust me, these 10 perfume mists are the most affordable way to smell expensive
They're back, and they're better than ever
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My house is so cold in the winter that I always skip body lotion, but these 6 shower oils keep my skin soft and nourished
My low-maintenance body care hack
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Want to improve your hair health *and* transform your styles? Add one of the 9 best hair serums to your routine
Shiny and smooth
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Over 50? These are the 10 best concealers for mature skin for hydration, coverage and brightness
With absolutely no clinging to dry patches
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Over 45? These are the 8 best serums to firm, smooth and boost glow, according to experts
This one step could transform your skin
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The best serums for pigmentation reduce dark spots, boost brightness and improve skin tone—and these 9 deliver on all fronts
This way for radiant skin
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These are the 9 best body lotions that I rely on in winter because I hate the feeling of thick creams on my skin
Nourishing and non-sticky
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Of all the affordable hair dryers we've tried (and trust us, that's a lot) these 9 come out on top
All under £65
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Foodie fragrances are set to be *the* scents we'll all be wearing in 2025—a perfume expert just confirmed to me
From gummy bears to ripe tomatoes
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Need some last minute gift ideas? Here are 16 beauty gifts that will arrive before the 24th
From engraved lipsticks to the best gift cards
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Take my word for it these 10 Refy Beauty products are *seriously* good—stock up now
Worth the hype
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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
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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
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I’ve tried every affordable skincare tool from this beauty tech brand—but these 3 genuinely rival their more expensive counterparts
And they’re all under £60
