Latest articles by Mica Ricketts
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Beauty editors hate sharing their scents, but I just got 11 of them to reveal their go-to evening perfumes
Scents for when the sun goes down
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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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Of all the affordable hair dryers we've tried (and trust us, that's a lot) these 8 come out on top
All under £65
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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
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I’m really fussy when it comes to perfumes, but this under-the-radar brand doesn’t have one dud scent
I've tried the whole lineup
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Buying a Chanel 11.12 bag is a huge investment, but believe me these are the 11 best Chanel beauty products that will give you that luxury-hit you're after
Your daily rituals are about to get a whole lot better
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I can confirm these 7 perfumes smell like freshly laundered bedlinen in a 5-star hotel—you're welcome
Crisp cotton luxury
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I can assure you, embracing your grey hair is *the* chicest thing—these 8 looks prove it
Timeless and low-maintenance
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Sorry nail art, the ‘boring manicure’ is here to stay— these 12 looks have won me over
Chic simplicity
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It’s true, bob hairstyles *really* work for thick hair—these 10 looks prove it
If you’ve got lots of hair, you’ll love these cuts
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Yes, your perfume is wearing off quicker right now—I can confirm these 8 perfumes hold up in the heat
You can rely on these scents to stick around
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Every make-up artist I speak to recommends using a lip liner—here are the 9 best for a perfectly defined pout
Your lips will never look better
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As a beauty editor, I’d pick Dior over all other luxury brands—these 10 products are the reasons why
They seriously upgrade my beauty bag
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There isn't a hair tool out there that I haven't tried and the only one that I ever use is this one and it costs £32
For effortless curls and waves
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As a beauty editor prone to shine I need to know about the best SPFs for oily skin so I asked a skin expert
Effective protection without the excessive shine
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Trust us, these are the 8 best retinol serums for smooth, plump skin—that don't cause irritation
A dermatologist-approved ingredient for healthy skin
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Summer is coming and these are the 7 best brightening serums for your glowiest skin ever
You'll be positively gleaming
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TikTok was right, coloured mascara does make every eye colour look brighter - here are my 7 top picks
Say goodbye to boring black
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As a beauty editor with hair prone to frizz and flyaways, I’ve tried every smoothing hair product out there—these 9 actually work
This way for sleeker strands
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The 7 best hydrating lipsticks for over 50s that won’t cling to fine lines
Comfortable formulations in every colour
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I just sat down with a celebrity tan expert and he told me that these are the only tanning tools you need for a streak-free glow
Your ultimate at-home tan kit
