Latest articles 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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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The best serums for pigmentation reduce dark spots, boost brightness and improve skin tone—and these 8 deliver on all fronts
This way for radiant skin
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Over 45? These are the 7 best serums to firm, smooth and boost glow, according to experts
This one step could transform your skin
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I’m a mum-of-two who rarely gets a full night’s sleep, but this night cream makes the most tired skin look so bright and glowy
Who needs eight hours anyway?
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Over 50? These are the 9 best concealers for mature skin for hydration, coverage and brightness
With absolutely no clinging to dry patches
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We're both dreadful at styling our hair, but we've managed to create big bouncy blowouts with the viral Revlon One Step tools and we are hooked
Truly worth the hype
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No matter your skin type, experts say that adding the best exfoliator to your routine is one of the *best* ways to boost brightness and glow (and prevent breakouts)
A formula for every skin need
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Beauty editors and make-up artists swear by NARS products, but these are the 8 that live permanently in my make-up bag
These iconic formulas are worth the hype
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As beauty editors we swear by this affordable beauty brand for everything from skincare to fragrance—these are the 16 best Beauty Pie products I buy on repeat
As a beauty editor I swear by this affordable beauty brand for everything from skincare to fragrance—these are the 9 best Beauty Pie products I buy on repeat
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From pigmentation to dryness, experts agree that our skin isn't its best at this time of year—but this post-summer skincare routine will restore your glow for autumn
This way for healthy, luminous skin
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As a 35-year-old beauty editor, I've tried *every* buzzy skincare product—trust me, this brand does skin best
Trust me, it’s more than just cute packaging
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This £12 unsexy beauty product stopped me looking like an oil slick all summer and it'll be a firm fixture into autumn too
A must-have for those with oily skin
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I always look tired, but this brand has taken over my make-up bag thanks to its incredible concealer and glow-boosting products
Happily converted
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Trust me, as a beauty editor that never waxes, these are the 6 best bikini trimmers for a smooth, irritation-free trim
If you're not a fan of razor burn, read on
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I just asked an expert—these are the 11 best blushers for every skin type and tone
An instant pop of colour
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I’m a lazy beauty editor that’s trying to embrace my natural hair texture—here are the 7 best air dry products I’ve tried
Effortlessly chic hair with no effort required
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Sorry if it’s TMI, but I keep getting ingrown hairs and *this* is the only product that’s helped
Even the most stubborn of strands
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I’m rubbish at eye make-up, but these 9 eyeshadow sticks make me feel so polished—with *zero* skill required
The ultimate low-maintenance make-up hack
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Turns out, the best hair oils work for *every* hair type—these are the 9 best for nourished, smooth, shiny strands
Plus, the mistake you want to avoid when using it
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I love a bargain, so I’ve rounded up the best affordable beauty advent calendars for under £100
With savings of up to £466
