Latest articles by Lucy Abbersteen
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This is, without question, the best brow lamination-style gel I've ever used—and it rakes in compliments
If you like a lasting brushed-up brow look, you need this
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This perfume has been an icon for over 20 years, and for good reason—it’s soft, elegant, and oh so feminine
Feminine but not *too* sweet
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I was overwhelmed by the sheer volume of face creams, until I found this brilliant all-rounder—it costs just £9
It ticks all of my boxes
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Feeling whimsical? Soft blue nails are the dreamiest manicure look this spring
According to pros
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I consider myself a curl gel expert and after Olaplex launched its own I was keen to put it to the test—here's how I got on
How does the No.10 Bond Shaper Curl Defining Gel stack up?
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In the midst of spring cleaning? Any one of these chic linen sprays will make your home smell *divine*
Right this way for luxe-smelling linen
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This brand creates iconic, classic products and every beauty editor I know has their favourites—these are mine
Tried and true classics
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As the hair trend of the season, I've been researching fringes for months—the 'letterbox fringe' is by far the coolest
Here's how to make it work
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Almost every beauty editor I know loves this fragrance brand for its luxe packaging and unique scents—here are 6 of the best
Gorgeous and socially conscious to boot
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Even though I'm a beauty editor, I wasn't that familiar with this iconic brand's products—these 6 have truly wowed me
I put them to the test
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Hair seriously frazzled after these winter months? Experts explain how to adequately protect hair from the cold
Straight from the pros
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I test heat tools for a living, so I got a hair X-ray to assess the damage—safe to say, I was surprised by the results
I've learnt what really works...
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I just asked 10 hairdressers for their favourite mask to use on clients—and the results are super interesting
Straight from the pros
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Wanting to smell like a Princess? These are the 4 fragrances that Princess Diana loved
Insiders say they were the Princess's go-tos
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Looking for a Valentine’s Day fragrance? I’ve done the research and these 10 perfumes *always* earn me compliments
Perfumes that'll prompt an "ooh, you smell good"
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I've tried almost every single Merit Beauty product and these are the 8 products I will be using again and again
Beauty editors are obsessed
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Here are 12 bronzers that boost glow without leaving you looking orange — as tested by beauty editors with pale skin
The best buys to add flattering warmth
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Make-up artist-founded brands play home to some of the best products on the market—here are 11 of the greats
In MUAs we trust
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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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Not going out this month? Elevate your night in with the best bath salts that smell like luxury perfumes
Time for a soak
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Psst—these beauty experts just predicted the 7 things that will be huge for beauty in 2025
This just in: your beauty forecast
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I tried Dyson's £50 hair styling products and these are my *very* honest thoughts
Here's how they stack up
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These are the only nail polish shades you'll want on rotation in 2025, according to pros
Industry experts weigh in
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I find the fake tan process painful, so take my word for it that this is the best gradual one around—especially for winter
Minimal effort = yes please
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I'm no longer gatekeeping these are the best Makeup by Mario products to shop now (including a sensational foundation)
Incredibly in-demand
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I just spoke with leading colourists—they all agree, these are the 7 hair colour trends to know for 2025
From mocha brunette to eco blonde
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My lipstick collection is extensive—trust me that these are the 8 best matte options money can buy
Long-lasting, non-drying formulas right this way
