
Nessa Humayun
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
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After years of testing, I can confirm this brand makes the most unique, show-stopping fragrances—these 7 prove itPure British heritage, bottled
By Nessa Humayun
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Abiding by the rules of ‘circadian beauty’ has transformed my skin for the better—I didn’t even need to buy a single productA few simple swaps is all it takes
By Nessa Humayun
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Wave goodbye to leopard and tiger—you should be wearing *this* animal print on your nails this summerCool girl coded
By Nessa Humayun
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Juicy, kissable jam lips are the best food-related make-up trend I've seen in *ages*Vampy, but with a summery twist
By Nessa Humayun
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Nip+Fab’s peptide-packed oil and mist duo leaves me with super plump and glowy skin—I won’t be without it this summerSponsored by Nip+Fab
It’s time to get familiar with the power of peptides
By Nessa Humayun
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Can TikTok's caveman method give you 'mouldy' skin? Experts break down the controversial regimenThere's minimal, and then there's *minimal*
By Nessa Humayun
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This blurring lip product is unlike anything I've tried—it gives me effortless rom-com lipsTruly kissable lips
By Nessa Humayun
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I was an eye cream sceptic, but this lightweight gel plumps, hydrates and brightens—I'm officially convertedIt's become an everyday staple
By Nessa Humayun
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We're not for panic buying, but here's how Trump's tariffs might affect your K-beauty spending habitsThey could impact the industry globally
By Nessa Humayun
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Rodeo hair is the 2025 take on the bombshell blowout—and it's set to be huge this summerThe higher the hair, the closer to god...
By Nessa Humayun
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This perfume was created in 1872, and I wear it today—it’s musky, sexy and deserves a spot in your collectionIt smells nearly identical, 153 years later
By Nessa Humayun
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TikTokers are claiming that their luteal phase is making them ‘ugly’—here’s how it actually affects your skin, hair and nailsPlus, how to prepare for it…
By Nessa Humayun
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The White Lotus may be over, but it’s cemented effortless, tousled ‘holiday hair’ as *the* summer styleThink mermaid waves, but chicer
By Nessa Humayun
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Aimee Lou Wood’s smile proves Hollywood has fallen out of love with veneers—could natural teeth be the next status symbol?A new dawn for our chompers
By Nessa Humayun
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We’re two beauty editors with polar opposite perfume tastes—our take on Glossier’s new summer scent might surprise youGlossier You Fleur, on trial
By Nessa Humayun
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To mark the end of Fashion Month, I declare these the 36 best beauty looks from the AW25 runwaysOnly the crème de la crème
By Nessa Humayun
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This expensive-looking nail shade is a favourite of Selena Gomez—I predict it’s the colour of the seasonIt screams spring
By Nessa Humayun
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4 Marie Claire editors just put Merit’s new Signature Lip Liners to the test—here are our brutally honest verdictsPlus, you can shop them a day early...
By Nessa Humayun
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I was in a rut until I discovered micro nail art—it's elegant, dainty, and so personalisablePlus, all the inspiration you need...
By Nessa Humayun
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PFW's street-style beauty went all out with hair swirls, flicked-out bobs and metallic detailsYour sign to embrace the avant-garde
By Nessa Humayun
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If you like the low-maintenance approach to hair styling and want to get ready in minutes—you need to know about the ‘lived-in bob’Kiera Knightley is a fan
By Nessa Humayun
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Gillian Anderson: "The pressure not to fail for women has always been high up there for me"The actor on International Women's Day and beauty rituals
By Nessa Humayun
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MFW’s street-style beauty embraced fun with coloured streaks, bright eye-liner, and lots of frecklesYour sign to go bold this spring/summer season...
By Nessa Humayun
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Updos were everywhere at the Oscars, but Margaret Qualley's sculptural look has started a new trend—here's how it was createdInspiration came from Audrey Hepburn and Catherine Deneuve
By Nessa Humayun
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You heard it here first—this unconventional spring manicure colour is about to be everywhereIt's not what you'd expect...
By Nessa Humayun
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We're practically drooling over these 2025 Oscars beauty looksThe biggest moments in hair and make-up
By Nessa Humayun
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These are the definitive SS25 beauty trends, according to the runwayThe Marie Claire UK SS25 beauty report has just landed
By Nessa Humayun


