Articles by Nessa Humayun, Beauty Editor

Nessa Humayun is the Beauty Editor at Marie Claire UK. With over eight years of editorial experience across lifestyle sectors, Nessa was previously the Editorial Lead of HUNGER Magazine’s print and digital arms, where she was known for profiling the likes of Lily Allen, Loyle Carner, Kano, Billie Piper, Daisy Edgar Jones, Travis Barker, and more.

Obsessed with beauty since she was tall enough to raid her mum’s vanity, Nessa will be covering everything from product must-haves to long-reads about the industry writ large. Passionate about the intersection between women’s health and the beauty industry, Nessa is committed to unpacking what’s really worth it, and what’s driving us to spend our hard-earned money. Aside from that, she prides herself on being a human guinea pig, forever searching for the perfect 90’s lipliner and enduring the pain of prophilo in her quest for skin so glowy, it’s basically reflective.

After graduating from Kings College London with a BA in English Literature and Language, Nessa started her career in fashion at Net-a-Porter, before delving into the world of print media and contributing to the likes of British Vogue, Dazed and Cosmopolitan. Nessa is also a creative producer, having crafted editorials featuring Nicholas Daley, Luke Edward Hall, and Weyes Blood. Most recently, she spearheaded the campaign for DJ Jyoty’s world tour.

Latest articles by Nessa Humayun

If Regular Pedicures Aren’t Cutting It, You Need to Learn About Paraffin Treatments—They’re a Godsend for Dry, Cracked Heels

Plus, they boost circulation and muscle relaxation

Dry, Cracked Heels? These Products Work Miracles—and They’re Under the Price of A Single Pedicure

From treatment serums to rich creams

From vintage icons to new classics—these 16 scents will stand the test of time, according to our Marie Claire Fragrance Awards judges

Icons, which have stood the test of time

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Nessa Humayun

Latest articles by Nessa Humayun

If Regular Pedicures Aren’t Cutting It, You Need to Learn About Paraffin Treatments—They’re a Godsend for Dry, Cracked Heels

Clean, Plump and Healthy-Looking—This New K-Beauty Manicure Is Like Tinted Lip Gloss for Your Nails

FACEGYM Founder Inge Theron on Longevity, Why Facial Massage Works, and Lessons From Being a Professional ‘Spa Junkie’

Salty, Beachy, Oceanic and Utterly Alluring—Wear These Scents if You Want to Tap Into ‘Siren’ Energy This Summer

It’s Summer, but I Can’t Get Enough of Ink Perfumes—They’re Nostalgic, Long-Lasting, and Evoke Cosy, Rainy Days

Shay Mitchell on Her 58-Step Skincare Routine, ‘Pretty Little Liars’ and Prioritising Hair Health on Set

Animalic, Mysterious and Pure, You Need to Smell This Synthetic Fragrance Note I Can’t Get Enough Of

This Dry Shampoo ‘Paste’ Is a Dream for Brunettes—It Leaves Zero White Cast, and Texturises for Perfect Beachy Waves

What Your Fragrance Says About You: Perfume Archetypes Based on Your Aesthetic

Apricot Hair Is Seriously Trending Right Now—and It Screams ‘Euro Summer’

Dry, Cracked Heels? These Products Work Miracles—and They’re Under the Price of A Single Pedicure

Andie MacDowell on Her Desert Island Beauty Essentials, and Wearing Mascara to Work at McDonald's

The Next Frontier of Beauty? Straight Men

This 70s-Inspired Shaggy Bob Is Summer's 'It' Girl Cut

This Year, I Vowed to Get to the Root of My Dry, Dehydrated Hair—These Filtered Shower Heads Have Made All the Difference

Thousands of Women Are Reporting Excessive Hair Loss on Ozempic—Here’s What’s Going On

I Smell Perfumes for a Living—Trust Me, These Are the Chicest Minis to Take On Your Next Holiday

After Years of Gel Manicures, I’ve Restored My Thin, Brittle and Peeling Nails to Health—These 8 Products Were Transformative, and Under £18

In the Market for Niche Perfumes that Will Guarantee Compliments? These 9 Impressed the Marie Claire Fragrance Awards Judges the Most

Marie Claire Fragrance Awards 2025 Winners

From vintage icons to new classics—these 16 scents will stand the test of time, according to our Marie Claire Fragrance Awards judges

Love Gourmands—or Can't get Enough of Florals? These are the Very Best Perfumes from Each Fragrance Family

From Candles to Body Mists—These are the 8 Lifestyle Picks that Impressed Our Judges Most at the Marie Claire Fragrance Awards

I Just Turned 30, and Have Breakouts for the First Time—3 Top Derms Explain How Skin Shifts From Your 20s to 30s

Salty, Fresh and the Essence of Summer—You Need to Smell This Little-Known, Boozy Fragrance Note

This Brand Has Released a New Shade of its Iconic Lipstick After 54 years, and I'm Obsessed—It's Actually a Universally Flattering Nude

I’ve Tested Over 18 Products to Get Rid of Stubborn KP—These are the Only Washes, Scrubs, and Lotions that have Worked, at All Price Points

I’ve Been on a Nail Health Journey for Six Months, and No Polish Range Has Lived up to Gel—Until Now

Four 'IT Girl' MUAs Told Me How to Do My Make-Up For Glastonbury—Here's the Lowdown

I Spent the Weekend Dancing to Charli XCX—But this Setting Spray Ensured My Make-Up Survived the Heat, Dust and Sweat

Nessa Humayun

Latest articles by Nessa Humayun

If Regular Pedicures Aren’t Cutting It, You Need to Learn About Paraffin Treatments—They’re a Godsend for Dry, Cracked Heels

Clean, Plump and Healthy-Looking—This New K-Beauty Manicure Is Like Tinted Lip Gloss for Your Nails

FACEGYM Founder Inge Theron on Longevity, Why Facial Massage Works, and Lessons From Being a Professional ‘Spa Junkie’

Salty, Beachy, Oceanic and Utterly Alluring—Wear These Scents if You Want to Tap Into ‘Siren’ Energy This Summer

It’s Summer, but I Can’t Get Enough of Ink Perfumes—They’re Nostalgic, Long-Lasting, and Evoke Cosy, Rainy Days

Shay Mitchell on Her 58-Step Skincare Routine, ‘Pretty Little Liars’ and Prioritising Hair Health on Set

Animalic, Mysterious and Pure, You Need to Smell This Synthetic Fragrance Note I Can’t Get Enough Of

This Dry Shampoo ‘Paste’ Is a Dream for Brunettes—It Leaves Zero White Cast, and Texturises for Perfect Beachy Waves

What Your Fragrance Says About You: Perfume Archetypes Based on Your Aesthetic

Apricot Hair Is Seriously Trending Right Now—and It Screams ‘Euro Summer’

Dry, Cracked Heels? These Products Work Miracles—and They’re Under the Price of A Single Pedicure

Andie MacDowell on Her Desert Island Beauty Essentials, and Wearing Mascara to Work at McDonald's

The Next Frontier of Beauty? Straight Men

This 70s-Inspired Shaggy Bob Is Summer's 'It' Girl Cut

This Year, I Vowed to Get to the Root of My Dry, Dehydrated Hair—These Filtered Shower Heads Have Made All the Difference

Thousands of Women Are Reporting Excessive Hair Loss on Ozempic—Here’s What’s Going On

I Smell Perfumes for a Living—Trust Me, These Are the Chicest Minis to Take On Your Next Holiday

After Years of Gel Manicures, I’ve Restored My Thin, Brittle and Peeling Nails to Health—These 8 Products Were Transformative, and Under £18

In the Market for Niche Perfumes that Will Guarantee Compliments? These 9 Impressed the Marie Claire Fragrance Awards Judges the Most

Marie Claire Fragrance Awards 2025 Winners

From vintage icons to new classics—these 16 scents will stand the test of time, according to our Marie Claire Fragrance Awards judges

Love Gourmands—or Can't get Enough of Florals? These are *the* Very Best Perfumes from Each Fragrance Family

From Candles to Body Mists—These are the 8 Lifestyle Picks that Impressed Our Judges Most at the Marie Claire Fragrance Awards

I Just Turned 30, and Have Breakouts for the First Time—3 Top Derms Explain How Skin Shifts From Your 20s to 30s

Salty, Fresh and the Essence of Summer—You Need to Smell This Little-Known, Boozy Fragrance Note

This Brand Has Released a New Shade of its Iconic Lipstick After 54 years, and I'm Obsessed—It's Actually a *Universally Flattering* Nude

I’ve Tested Over 18 Products to Get Rid of Stubborn KP—These are the Only Washes, Scrubs, and Lotions that have Worked, at All Price Points

I’ve Been on a Nail Health Journey for Six Months, and No Polish Range Has Lived up to Gel—Until Now

Four 'IT Girl' MUAs Told Me How to Do My Make-Up For Glastonbury—Here's the Lowdown

I Spent the Weekend Dancing to Charli XCX—But this Setting Spray Ensured My Make-Up Survived the Heat, Dust and Sweat

Love Gourmands—or Can't get Enough of Florals? These are the Very Best Perfumes from Each Fragrance Family

This Brand Has Released a New Shade of its Iconic Lipstick After 54 years, and I'm Obsessed—It's Actually a Universally Flattering Nude