
Laura Honey
Laura is a self-confessed, floral-obsessed, fragrance aficionado. She started out her career working for the luxury British perfume brand, Penhaligon's. Whilst working for the iconic brand, Laura qualified as a Master Perfumer and has now set up her own perfume studio. You'll often find her experimenting with her own perfumes, even though she still owns (and buys) more fragrances than she will ever admit to.
Alongside her passion for perfume, Laura graduated with an English degree from Oxford University. Whilst there, she belonged to a number of women's groups, so was eager to move into women's writing. Her first job was with the female-owned fashion brand, The White Company. Here, Laura was their only Fashion Writer, so she helped to plan, write and promote the company's quality, luxury, and timeless clothing, season after season. In her evenings, she worked on a women's health start-up, which is coming to the market soon, offering supplements for women's health.
Previously, Laura was eCommerce editor at one of Future's other magazines, Homes & Gardens, where she specialised in covering all their coffee and product content, looking for pieces tailored for timelessness. The secret to her heart is both simplicity and quality.
Latest articles by Laura Honey
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How we test fans - battling heatwaves and hormones in real homes
If you're wondering how we test fans to write our reviews and build our buying guides, here's where you get to see behind the scenes
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I've finally tested the Ninja DoubleStack Air Fryer - is it all it's cracked up to be?
The Ninja DoubleStack Air Fryer claims half the space of all other models. It's certainly slim, smart, and speedy, but is it one of the best Ninja air fryers?
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The best stainless steel pans 2025 tested for searing, stewing, and more
I've tested the best stainless steel pans, as well as non-stick collections, frying pans, and milk pans to find the perfect option for every kind of kitchen
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Can this 'glacier' gel mattress truly tackle night sweats? Our expert put it to the test
We put the Dreams TheraPur ActiGel Glacier 4800 Combination Mattress to see whether it can tackle night sweats and shoulder pain, whilst sharing a bed.
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The best cooling fans - tested for hot flushes and heatwaves
These are the best cooling fans on the market, from handheld options for hot flushes to misting fans that'll get you cool quickly,. Here are the ones we love.
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Don't bother with air conditioning - this £90 fan does the job better and with more style
Our tester network trialled the Levoit Classic Tower Fan and we think it's one of the best cooling fans we've tested yet. Here are all the details.
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The 6 best mattress protectors - tested for better sleep
Having slept on the best mattress protectors on the market, I've selected six that offer hypoallergenic, waterproof, and natural credentials
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The 8 best mattress toppers - tested for comfier, more supportive sleep
The best mattress toppers can help with back pain, night sweats, and more-than-tired mattresses. I've tested them all to find models for every sleep style
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Cuisinart's Freeze Wand review: nothing short of ice-cream-dreamy
The Cuisinart Freeze Wand Ice Cream Maker is an inexpensive, but competitive rival to the best ice cream makers you can buy. Here's why.
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The antidote to a busy life - the reMarkable puts soul onto the screens of eReaders
The ReMarkable Paper Pro offers a soulful, distraction-free alternative to other tablets and e-readers. Here's everything you need to know about it.
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This Dyson fan got me through a heatwave - here's why it's worth the splurge
The Dyson Cool CF1 Fan is perfect for elegantly cooling hot homes, bedrooms, and work spaces. I put it to the test in a heatwave. Here are the results.
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Which Kindle accessories do you actually need? 9 expert-recommended extras for your e-reader
I asked bookworms, the Kindle team, and Kindle users for the best Kindle accessories and then tested them out on Kindles, Kobos, and other e-readers
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I’m a bedding snob, but I have a confession — I bought my favourite cooling sheets from Amazon
If you're curious about what Amazon bedding is like to sleep on, I tested Cozy Earth's Bamboo set. It's cooling, silky, and beautiful to sleep in.
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Love the vibe of the Kindle Scribe? You need to read about the Kobo Elipsa 2E - it's even better
The Kobo Elipsa 2E blends note-taking, annotating, and reading into one elegant tablet. Here's how it compares to Kindles and other Kobos
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What coffee accessories do baristas use? Our tricks for tastier coffee at home
If you're wondering which coffee accessories baristas own, you're in the right place. I asked experts for their advice on kitting out a coffee station.
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We finally got our hands on Shark's viral misting fan - it did not disappoint
As things hot up, we've been relying on the viral Shark FlexBreeze HydroGo Misting Portable Fan for all our cooling needs. I'm here to spill all the details
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5 uncomplicated home gadgets that are too clever not to love - recommended by our team
I asked all our team to recommend the home tech and gadgets that they actually use and love at home. Here are the five that we agreed evert home needs
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Best Kindle book deals and audiobook deals - free books and 99p page-turners and popular novels
I've found the best Kindle book deals and audiobook deals available on Amazon. From brand-news books to best-sellers, you can read these for free or 99p
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Love Le Creuset? Here's how to get it for less
These Le Creuset deals cover the brand's signature stoneware, heirloom-worthy cast iron, and classic bakeware, all available on their sale page
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Best Kindles: which Amazon e-reader is right for you?
We've tested the best Kindles for every kind of budget, book reader, occasion, and budget to help you find your perfect match
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Is Salter's newest air fryer a threat to the famous Ninja DoubleStack? At £100 less, my verdict is in
Salter VertiCook View Air Fryer comes with lots of impressive features: a viewing window, four levels, and plenty of pre-sets. I put it to the test for you.
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This makes blending beautiful — the aspirational accessory that I love
I tested the Beast Health Blender, which is one of the most beautiful blenders on the market. If you want to level-up your smoothies and protein shakes, here's how
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Is this the best value e-Reader? The Kobo Clara offers luxury for less
The Kobo Clara Colour is an eReader that enhances the everyday, with its colour screen, compact size, and robust built, it's exceptional value
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'What I wish I had known before buying an air purifier' advice from an industry expert
I share personal and expert advice on everything I wish I knew before buying an air purifier with tips from world-leading minds at Dyson, Molekule, and BlueAir
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