Lauren Hughes
Lauren is the former Deputy Digital Editor at woman&home and became a journalist mainly because she enjoys being nosy. With a background in features journalism, Lauren worked on the woman&home brand for four years before going freelance. Before woman&home Lauren worked across a variety of women's lifestyle titles, including GoodTo, Woman's Own, and Woman magazine. After starting out working for a local paper in Yorkshire, her journalism career took her to Bristol where she hunted out stories for national papers and magazines at Medavia news agency, before landing a job in London working as a lifestyle assistant.
Lauren loves helping people share their stories, bringing experiences to life online, honing her interview techniques with everyone from authors to celebrities, headteachers to local heroes. As well as having a good nose for a story, Lauren has a passion for the English language and years of experience optimizing digital content to reach the widest audience possible. During her time at w&h, Lauren has worked on big brand campaigns like the Amazing Women Awards and assisted in developing w&h expert-approved Buyer's Guides—the place to go if you're looking to splash out on an important purchase and want some trusted advice. In addition to her journalism career, Lauren also has a background in copywriting for prestigious brands such as Inhabit Hotel, eco-development K'in in Tulum, social enterprise The Goldfinger Factory and leading London architect Holland Harvey, using language in all its glorious forms, from detailed guidebooks to snappy social content.
A big fan of adventure, Lauren is also a keen travel writer and loves sharing tips on where to find the best places to eat, drink, and be merry off the beaten track. Lauren has written a series of travel guides for London hotels and loves sharing her insights into a destination's cultural and culinary offerings. If you need a recommendation on any UK destination, she's more than happy to help. At the weekend, you'll usually find her hanging out with her pet cat (or anyone else's pet she can get her hands on), escaping to the countryside, or devouring a good book.
Latest articles by Lauren Hughes
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17 best dog friendly hotels in the UK to book in 2022
These are the best dog friendly hotels in the UK, as rated by guests and their four-legged friends
By Lauren Hughes • Published
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9 best European city breaks to book in 2022 for incredible scenery, culture and food
Discover the best European city breaks with incredible food, scenery and culture, all within easy reach of the UK
By Lauren Hughes • Published
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18 hobbies for women that will spark creativity and help you discover a new passion
Hobbies for women that will take you of your comfort zone to learn a fun new skill and often meet new people, too
By Lauren Hughes • Published
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7Pines Resort Ibiza review—our comprehensive guide of the hotel and facilities
Nestled among the cliffs on the west side of Ibiza, 7Pines Resort Ibiza delivers culinary delights and breathtaking views
By Lauren Hughes • Published
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How to calm down hot flushes if you are going through the menopause
Hot flushes are thought to be caused by hormonal fluctuations—these are the best ways to ease them...
By Lauren Hughes • Published
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3 women who tried DIY eye cream for a month tell us what happened
Can a month switching it up to DIY eye cream tear our testers away from their cherished high-end eye creams?
By Lauren Hughes • Published
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What are the benefits of omega-3 and what foods can omega-3 be found in?
Everyone talks about the benefits of omega-3, but what exactly can it do for you? We asked the experts
By Lauren Hughes • Published
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Why Magnesium is a vital mineral for 50+ women—and how to up your intake
It can be difficult to get all the magnesium you need from food alone...
By Lauren Hughes • Published
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What are prebiotics and what do they do? The experts reveal common foods, plus why you need them in your diet
Understanding the importance of prebiotics in your diet will benefit your health
By Lauren Hughes • Published
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What are probiotics and what do they do? Foods with probiotics and how to supplement your diet
Probiotics are the living organisms in your gut that are responsible for a huge portion of your health
By Lauren Hughes • Published
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The Charlotte Tilbury Setting Spray transformed my makeup routine—plus, three other setting sprays to try
Could this Charlotte Tilbury Setting Spray be the secret to long-lasting makeup and a natural, healthy glow?
By Lauren Hughes • Published
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Black Friday Liz Earle deals—save up to 40% on the brand's most popular products
The Black Friday Liz Earle deals have already landed, making this the perfect time to invest in some new skincare...
By Lauren Hughes • Published
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These customer shapewear reviews will help you find the perfect underwear solution
We've scoured hundreds of shapewear reviews and its full marks for these reliable pieces
By Lauren Hughes • Published
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LG’s #CareForWhatYouWear campaign is encouraging you to cherish your clothes
And live a more sustainable life in the process...
By Lauren Hughes • Published
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How to treat menopausal acne at home and the effective products to include in your routine
Anyone who has suffered from adult acne—in particular menopausal acne—will be all too aware that it isn’t just a teenage problem
By Debra Waters • Published
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Feel and look great with these 10 top brands for a healthier you this autumn
It's the season of self-care, so why not invest in some new products and services that will help you feel in your best health yet...
By Lauren Hughes • Published
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Paula Hawkins on finding the confidence to write new thriller A Slow Fire Burning after 'painful' writing chapter
Paula Hawkins opens up about life after a staggeringly successful debut and the inspiration behind her latest novel, A Slow Fire Burning
By Zoe West • Published
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'Freedom Day': Boris Johnson confirms restrictions will lift on July 19
The Prime Minister has warned we should still "proceed with caution"
By Georgia Farquharson • Published
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The Queen continues the floral trend at Royal Ascot with a stunning mint green hat—and there's a special significance behind it
Queen Elizabeth arrived at Ascot Racecourse beaming in a stunning summer hat adorned with flowers
By Lauren Hughes • Published
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How does Snapchat work? Your most common questions on Snaps, answered
This social media seems to be all the rage, but how does Snapchat work exactly?
By Lauren Hughes • Published
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What will Kate Middleton's title and Prince William's title be when Charles becomes King?
We'll struggle not to think of them as the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge!
By Robyn Morris • Published
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An eagle-eyed fan has spotted something unusual about these photographs of Prince William in Scotland
Prince William was pictured trying his hand at DIY during a royal engagement with Church Scotland during his Royal Tour last month
By Lauren Hughes • Published
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Freedom Day delay confirmed by Boris Johnson—but weddings will still go ahead
21 June is dubbed Freedom Day—but the Prime Minister has confirmed it will not go ahead as planned
By Georgia Farquharson • Published
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Dr Jill Biden's powder blue two-piece is a classic choice—but it's the Queen's outfit that has royal fans talking
Jill Biden and the Queen were a vision in pastels for the G7 summit
By Lauren Hughes • Published