
Emma Stoddart
Emma Stoddart is a freelance beauty journalist and self-confessed skincare aficionado with over five years of experience. After graduating from Leeds University in 2011, Emma dabbled in ergonomics research as well as human resources before landing her first internship at ELLE UK. It was here where she fell in love with the world of magazines and reignited her passion for beauty—an area of obsession since her first foray into foundation with Dream Matte Mousse circa 2004.
Since ELLE, Emma has worked for some of the UK’s top women’s titles including Net-A-Porter, Stylist and Grazia. Her experience spans online and print as well as producing editorial shoots with some of the industry’s biggest artists, including Val Garland. Asides from working with them behind the scenes, she’s also had the chance to interview the likes of Patrick Ta, Pat McGrath, and Sam McKnight for all their insider tips and tricks.
A skincare junkie and wellness enthusiast, Emma is all about hard-working, no-nonsense products that really deliver results. She knows from experience just how to tackle an oily T-zone, add volume to fine hair, and specializes a glowing, barely-there makeup look that focuses on radiant skin, a healthy flush, and a natural-looking flutter. Away from her lengthy evening regime, Emma spends her time beading bracelets (a side hustle she set up with her sister), enjoying the great outdoors, and occasionally threading her own eyebrows (a skill she endeavored to master during Lockdown).
Latest articles by Emma Stoddart
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When we want to smell refined and effortlessly chic, it's a Dior perfume we reach for - these are the 12 best blendsWhether you prefer gourmand scents or juicier blends, there's a Dior fragrance for every preference - but our team thinks these 12 are the chicest.
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'Picasso didn't paint onto cement' - Caroline Hirons just explained why acids are 'non-negotiable' for menopausal skinThe skincare guru reveals why exfoliation is an absolute must for radiance
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Is this unexpected household habit ageing your hands? A dermatologist thinks it might beIf your hands feel parched, you need to read this...
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Nicole Kidman's makeup artist says this 'soft' eyeshadow shade is the most flattering one to try on blue eyesDesigned to "bring back that fresh radiance,” Gucci Westman's formula for Jane Birkin-inspired makeup is so flattering
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'You’re not allergic to fish are you?' – the surprising Korean skincare ingredient behind Sara Davies’ cover shoot glowWant to glow like our June cover star? Get to know this trending K-Beauty ingredient...
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Yes, you can colour grey roots at the back of your head - Nadine Baggott has shared her surprisingly easy techniqueThe beauty expert has nailed her method for touching up hard-to-reach roots without a salon appointment…
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Foundation dragging or settling into lines? These 3 simple tricks help makeup look instantly better on mature skinMakeup artist Aimee Connolly explains how to enhance glow and create a fresher-looking base
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Which is the best red light therapy device for you? These are the top 6 tools for a firm, smooth and radiant complexionFrom collagen-boosting masks to acne-fighting tools, these are the best buys for smooth, even and plump skin
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Can This Works’ new red light wrap deliver thicker hair and firmer body skin for £100? We look into the science behind the launch'I saw a real difference around my temples,' says CEO Dr Anna Persaud
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Do you need SPF first thing in the morning? Liz Earle has shared her view - and it's not what we usually hear“It comes to skin type, sun strength and circumstance,” says the wellness guru's latest book on ageing well
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Pamela Anderson has revealed why she first went makeup-free on the red carpet – and it's so endearingSpeaking to Anita Rani at the Soho Summit, the actor and activist shared the spontaneous decision that shifted how the world saw her
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Cat Deeley's pedicure proves this 'unexpected' colour will work with every item in your spring wardrobeForgo spring pastels for this 'unexpected' fruity hue…
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Are your legs always paler than the rest of your body? A tanning expert is here to help you achieve an easy, even glowIf you're struggling with pale pins, patchy knees or ankles, these 4 tips can help you master bronzing this tricky area…
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'It really does pack a punch' - Caroline Hirons just launched her most potent exfoliator yet, so we asked her for all the need-to-knowsDesigned to boost cell turnover and bring back glow, Skin Rocks' high-strength acid is ideal for midlife skin
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5 minutes, 5 products – and all by founders over 50: Naomi Watts just posted the get ready with me video we neededIt's all about, “women who’ve lived a little, know a lot, and are still very much in it.”
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Elemis has turned its best-selling Marine Cream into a powerful treatment for your body – but is it worth the £70 spend?Can this high-tech body cream live up to the brand’s cult face moisturiser? We put it to the test…
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w&h exclusive: Michael Douglas showed us 3 of the easiest hacks to add volume to fine or thinning hair, fastFrom a simple blow-dry tweak to a clever parting trick, these easy techniques instantly add lift…
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Rosamund Pike won best actress this week, but we crown this the best eye makeup for hooded lids we've seen all yearRosamund Pike’s softly shimmering eye is a masterclass in special occasion beauty – and we have the full breakdown from her MUA
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This new K-Beauty skincare ingredient is like 'liquid microneedling' - and Nadine Baggot's already a big fanFeel like topical skincare isn't doing enough? Spicules are the Korean ingredient you need to know
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Trust us: these are the 7 best hair dryers for fine hair that we swear by for gentle, volume-boosting stylesAfter lots of testing, we're calling these the best dryers for fast, smooth and polished salon-worthy results in fine strands
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Dame Joanna Lumley has swapped her ‘cheap as chips’ moisturiser for this high-tech firming cream – and we can see whyAfter years of swearing by a budget classic, Joanna Lumley’s latest skincare pick leans into cutting-edge collagen science…
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‘I didn’t want a facelift or injectables’ Tamzin Outhwaite shares the treatment behind her firmer-looking skinThe actress credits NeoGen plasma for smoother, tighter skin – here’s what to know about the non-surgical treatment
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We panicked when Armani reformulated the iconic foundation loved by Martha Stewart, Cate Blanchett (and us) - so we had to do a comparisonThe cult base that's perfect for mature skin just got a skincare upgrade - here’s how the new Armani Luminous Silk Foundation compares
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The iconic Trinny Miracle Blur Diffuser has had a revamp - and this new liquid formula makes lines and pores vanish into thin airIs the updated Miracle Blur Diffuser even better than the original cult balm?
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