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The best hair straighteners for just about any type of hair

Want frizz free, super sleek hair? You need the best hair straightener for your hair type. Find your perfect pair right here...

What exactly is balayage and why is it so popular?

Balayage has been around for a while but this timeless technique is creeping its way back into being one of the most popular hair colour requests in salons today.

The best mascara to lengthen, curl and volumise your lashes

The best mascara for you is out there, you just don't know about it yet. Discover lash-lengthening, curling and volumising wonder wands, tried and tested by the Marie Claire beauty team.

The best eye cream to combat wrinkles and help you look more awake

Eye cream can offer your peepers protection from the elements and keep those early wrinkles at bay. Shop our pick of the best eye creams here...

The best moisturiser for dry skin that’ll soothe discomfort

There are solutions to your dry skin woes, and they come in the form of some faithful moisturisers

The best foundation for dry skin to fix a patchy, flaky complexion

The best primer for radiance, blurring and keeping make-up in place

Find the best primer your skin in our round-up of tried and tested formulas

Back acne – what it is, why it happens and how to get rid of it

What is bacne and why is it plaguing us? We asked some of the world’s top skincare experts to clear it up, forever...

Make-up expiry dates: How to tell if your cosmetics are past it

Yes, it might be time to part with your favourite lipstick

The best concealer for hiding dark circles and blemishes

Hide dark under-eye circles and cover blemishes with our ten best concealers, designed to combat all manner of imperfections.

The best foundation for oily skin to keep you shine-free all day

Foundations for oily skin can be quite the saviours for those prone to a shiny glare around midday. Stay fresh and matte with our pick of the 10 best liquid and cream formulas around...

The best eyebrow shapes for your face and eye shape

There's more to getting it right than you think...

What is Olaplex hair treatment and how does it work?

Olaplex: We break down 2016’s biggest beauty buzz-word

How to contour like a professional make-up artist

Want to know how to contour? From the best contour kits to where to shade and highlight for your face shape, we've got you covered

This is how much you’re spending on make-up every year

Can a facial really help get rid of blackheads?