Fiona McKim
As woman&home's Beauty Channel Editor, Fiona Mckim has tried more beauty products than she’s had hot dinners and nothing makes her happier than raving about a brilliant find on womanandhome.com or her instagram grid (@fionamckim if you like hair experiments and cute shih-tzus). Fiona joined woman&home as Assistant Beauty Editor in 2013, working under industry legend Jo GB, who taught her everything she needed to know (clue: learn about ingredients and employ extreme cynicism). She has since covered every corner of the industry, from interviewing dermatologists and celebrities to reporting backstage at Fashion Week and judging the w&h Beauty Awards.
In a previous life, Fiona studied journalism back home in bonnie Scotland and honed her skills as a features writer at publications including Junior and Prima Baby, with a brief and terrifying stint on the showbiz pages of a tabloid newspaper in between. She's a skincare fanatic who can’t resist adding an extra step to her routine, adores fragrance, has fun with makeup and never turns down the chance to test a new hair tool. Basically, she loves it all. When not slathering herself in self tan or peering at a tiny ingredients list on a moisturiser, you’ll probably find Fiona enjoying something to do with food - cooking it, eating it, cajoling her friends into voyaging across London to try a hyped pop-up in a dirty car park.
Come to think of it, the hot dinners and beauty products are probably about even.
Latest articles by Fiona McKim
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The 15 best lightweight foundations of 2024 for radiant skin all year long
Quenching, flattering and invisible - we pick the best lightweight foundations for every skin type and budget
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8 gentle sunscreens that won't irritate sensitive skin or sting your eyes
Our tried and tested guide to the best sunscreens for sensitive skin – from creams to sprays and sticks
By Michelle Rostamian Last updated
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The best face moisturisers of 2024 to hydrate, soften, and support your skin
Find the best face moisturiser and everything else will follow - these are our ultimate skin-hydrating picks
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These are the 15 best rose perfumes in 2024, from a fragrance-obsessed beauty editor
Searching for a new spring scent? Our beauty team selects the best rose perfumes for every budget and mood
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The 'healthier' manicure everyone's getting that's stronger, shinier and longer-lasting than gel
Nail pros answer all our queries on BIAB nails - plus our beauty ed puts this trending 'builder' mani to the test...
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These are the 15 best mascaras, as tested by our beauty team
Our top 15 picks of the best mascaras on the market at any budget, for your longest, fullest, most defined lashes
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Jo Malone deals 2024: Save on perfume, candles and more
It can be tricky to find a great Jo Malone deal, but here's where to look if you want to save on iconic scents all year round
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Black Friday perfume deals: Shop Dior, Chanel and much more
Black Friday may be over for now, but we've rounded up our top tips for shopping Black Friday perfume deals in 2024
By Hannah Holway Last updated
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11 of the best hair dryers 2024: tested by our experts for salon-worthy results at home
Here's our beauty team's guide to the best hair dryers, with options for every hair type, texture, and budget – including Dyson, ghd, Remington, and Shark
By Fiona McKim Published
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Long hairstyles: 32 ageless celebrity looks that will flatter every face shape
Get inspired with our pick of the best long hairstyles as sported by our favourite celebrities
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Best Jo Malone perfume: Our beauty editor's ranking of the top 12 fragrances
We've tested the best Jo Malone perfumes to bring you our editor-approved ranking of the iconic British brand, complete with unisex, fruity and feminine scents
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Hyperpigmentation treatments to fade dark spots for good
Treat and prevent sun spots with these expert-approved hyperpigmentation treatments
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15 of the best autumn fragrances to make you feel warm and cosy all season long
w&h beauty team reveal their ultimate autumn fragrance picks, from timeless classics to unique new scents
By Fiona McKim Published
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The 13 best body scrubs for smooth and soft skin
Our beauty team's tried and tested pick of the best body scrubs, from hard-working exfoliators to warming and pampering products
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The best red lipstick to suit all shade and finish preferences
The best red lipsticks of all time, tested by our experts, to help you find that tried-and-true signature red
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The 14 best fake tans for easy, believable bronzing on every skin tone
These are the best fake tans our beauty editors have come across, with picks for every texture - from mousse to mists and body makeup
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Two woman&home Beauty Editors put this popular hair tool to the test for our Babyliss 9000 Cordless Hair Straightener review and the results were unanimous
Two woman&home Beauty Editors put this popular hair tool to the test for our Babyliss 9000 Cordless Hair Straightener review and the results were unanimous...
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The best spa hotels in Scotland, from urban oases in Edinburgh to rugged highland retreats
Our Scottish beauty editor reveals the bonniest and best spa hotels in Scotland, with options across the country
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Our beauty team's all-time favorite mascaras for sensitive eyes
We've tested the best mascaras for sensitive eyes, with hypoallergenic ingredients and easy-to-remove formulas
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Achieve 200% volume with YSL Lash Clash Mascara
YSL Beauty’s innovative mascara formula not only supersizes your lashes, it cares for them too
By Fiona McKim Published
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12 brilliant drugstore eye creams that offer high-end results
De-puff, brighten, and smooth with our pick of budget-friendly drugstore eye creams
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The best Vitamin C serums for a radiant glow at every budget
Brighten, protect and perfect your skin with the best Vitamin C serums, as tested by our beauty editors
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The best purple shampoos to beat brassiness, tested by our beauty team
Team w&h edits the best purple shampoos for fresh blonde, balayage and grays
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The 10 best facial sunscreens that you'll actually want to wear daily
Comfy and flattering with skincare benefits – our beauty ed's best facial sunscreen edit covers every skin type and budget
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