Latest articles by Mica Ricketts
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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
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We're two experience beauty editors and we rate these 9 skin tints more highly than foundation
Whatever your skin type, these formulas will bring the glow
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After many years of trial and error, here are the 10 best foundations for pale skin - as tested by beauty editors with fair skin
And they don't compromise on the skin-like finish we love
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Expert agree that the best moisturisers boost hydration and strengthen your skin’s barrier—here are 16 that do just that for every skin type
A simple step that makes the world of difference
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Whether it’s raining or shining, my hair struggles to stay smooth—these are the 7 best products to weather-proof your style
Humidity is rising...
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I’m a spot-prone beauty editor in my mid-30s, and this £21 moisturiser has replaced all of my others
And I think it will work for every skin type
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I’m always in a rush, but these 7 tinted SPFs mean I can skip my entire makeup routine while protecting my skin from the sun
A true multitasker
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It's my job to test skincare for a living, but I always return to Elemis - I've been using it for over a decade and these are the 8 products I swear by
The staples that I wouldn’t be without
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This retinol serum has hundreds of 5-star reviews on Amazon—and I can confirm that it’s one of the best I’ve ever tried
Brighter, smoother skin incoming
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This bestselling US serum is renowned for giving seriously radiant skin, but it’s been reformulated for the UK—how does it compare?
This way for the full glowdown
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I’m too lazy to self-tan, but I’ve been using this product every day to fake a summer glow
Fuss-free radiance
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I'm calling it—the business bob is the power haircut of summer 2024, and it’s going to be everywhere
A real head turner
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No matter your skin type, there’s one brand that my beauty editor friends and I agree will work for you—and it’s affordable
A French pharmacy favourite
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Aubergine nails are proving the unexpected manicure of the summer—here’s all the inspiration you need
It’s the perfect shade of purple
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People call these perfumes 'basic' but I fundamentally disagree—in fact, these 9 smell really luxurious
And they're perfect for summer
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Trust me, as a mum-of-two I know how hard it is to apply SPF to kids who won't sit still - these are the 7 best sunscreens for children that are easy to apply
I’ve tested them all and these are my go-tos.
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Pixie cuts are having a moment—these 11 looks will have you wanting to chop your hair off immediately
Short and chic
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Wearing sun protection only gets more important as you age - these are the 7 best SPFs for mature skin that brighten and hydrate
I asked a dermatologist for her pick of the best
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Trust us, peach blusher is the must-have summer product for a warm natural-looking flush - these 7 add a flattering pop of colour to every skin tone
Plus expert tips on how to choose the one for you
