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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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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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
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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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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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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 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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Is fake tan bad for your skin? Experts give their honest answer
Wondering if there are any downsides to your self-tan habit? We asked skin specialists to settle the debate
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Have you heard of the slob haircut? Pros explain this trending style
Don't be fooled by the name – the slob haircut is a chic, sleek chop and *this* is how to get it right
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Is expensive shampoo better? Hair experts give their honest answer
Wondering if expensive shampoo is worth it? We asked the pros to settle the expensive vs cheap shampoo debate
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Which skincare night routine to follow in your 30s, 40s, 50s, and beyond
We asked skin experts to reveal the ideal skincare night routine, with products for every decade
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Is the clavicut the most universally flattering hair trend of 2023?
Have you heard of the clavicut? Hair pros explain why we'll be seeing this long bob style everywhere this season
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We need to talk about pretty privilege: the hot topic of attractiveness bias, explained
Pretty privilege is increasingly under the microscope – but there's more to this bias than meets the eye
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"What I uncovered was genuinely shocking," Anita Bhagwandas on what every woman should know about beauty standards
Journalist and broadcaster Anita Bhagwandas' debut book, Ugly, deep-dives into toxic beauty standards – here, she shares how we can learn to unravel them
By Fiona McKim Published
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ghd Helios hair dryer review: we test the top-rated tool
Souped-up features and user-friendly controls are a winning combo for the ghd Helios
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50+ bob hairstyles and ideas to inspire your next cut
Our beauty team edits the most beautiful bob hairstyles – with pro tips to find your perfect look
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Babyliss Wave Secret Air review: "literally anyone could curl their hair with this"
This styler claims to be completely foolproof – read our beauty editor's honest Babyliss Wave Secret Air review to find out why
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Benefit Roller Lash mascara review: does it live up to its curling claims?
Our beauty editor's honest Benefit Roller Lash mascara review reveals if the cult curling formula delivers the goods
By Fiona McKim Published
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Herringbone highlights: the hip gray-blending technique, explained
Pro colorists reveal all about herringbone highlights – plus, what happened when our beauty ed tried them
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Treatwell discount codes
Save with our 8 verified Treatwell discount codes and promos on your next spa, salon or beauty appointment.
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Cult Beauty discount codes
Time to save on makeup, skincare, haircare, fragrance & gifts with our latest 9 live Cult Beauty discount codes.
By Fiona McKim Published