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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This Brand Has Released a New Shade of its Iconic Lipstick After 54 years, and I'm Obsessed—It's Actually a *Universally Flattering* NudeHoly grail material
By Nessa Humayun
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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 PointsNew holy grails unlocked
By Nessa Humayun
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I’ve Been on a Nail Health Journey for Six Months, and No Polish Range Has Lived up to Gel—Until NowPlump, glossy and long-lasting
By Nessa Humayun
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Four 'IT Girl' MUAs Told Me How to Do My Make-Up For Glastonbury—Here's the LowdownFrom subtle face gems to electric red accents
By Nessa Humayun
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"If I Didn’t Buy So Much, I’d Save for a House”—Five Women on What They Really Spend on Beauty Each YearFrom a millennial UN official to a Gen Z investment banker
By Nessa Humayun
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I Spent the Weekend Dancing to Charli XCX—But this Setting Spray Ensured My Make-Up Survived the Heat, Dust and SweatPerfect for festival season
By Nessa Humayun
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Here's How All the French Girls Will Be Doing Their Make-Up this Summer—According to Paris' Chicest MUA"To look effortless, you have to be effortless"
By Nessa Humayun
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I’ve Never Given a Hair Masque 5 Stars, But This Deeply Nourishing Product has Levelled Up My Hair-Health JourneyA new staple
By Nessa Humayun
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Jane Fonda on Being a Tomboy, the Beauty Advice She Got from Katharine Hepburn, and Embracing Youth at 87"I wanted to be a boy... I wanted to be a cowboy"
By Nessa Humayun
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Rosamund Pike on her Shape-Shifting Beauty Looks: “As an Actor, You Can Cheat Time”The Dior Capture Ambassador speaks Bond and her approach to ageing
By Nessa Humayun
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The Purdey Bob Has Always Been Iconic—This Summer’s Updated Version Is Bold, Effortless, and So ChicBack and better than ever
By Nessa Humayun
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Hold Up, Kylie Jenner Just Dropped Her ‘Boob Job Order’—For The GirlsWe love an honest queen
By Nessa Humayun
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From Now, I Will Only Get Japanese Manicures—They Involve No Polish, and Literally Buff Nutrients into Your Nail BedsFor those on their nail health journey
By Nessa Humayun
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Hands Down, I’ve Never Tried a Better Hair Product—This Non-Greasy, No-Wash Overnight Creme is *Skincare for Split Ends*Plus, it won't stain bedding
By Nessa Humayun
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Our Beauty Editor Shares Her Least Glamorous, Most Budget-Friendly Holy Grail ProductsMy true can't-live-withouts
By Nessa Humayun
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Hundreds of Beauty Products Have Dropped on Our Desk this Month—but These 9 Are the Crème de la CrèmeOnly the very best
By Nessa Humayun
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I’ve Always Gotten Compliments on My Lashes—The Secret Is a £10 Mascara, Which I’ve Been Gatekeeping For 15 YearsIt was one of the first make-up items I bought
By Nessa Humayun
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This non-greasy, overnight scalp serum has made my hair grow like a weed—after three months, I'm hookedPlus, it's fuss-free to apply
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


