
Annie Milroy
Annie Milroy is the Beauty Writer for Woman & Home and other publications.
After being inspired to work in magazines after bingeing Ugly Betty at the age of 12, Annie knew a life working at an esteemed publishing house was her dream job. She spent three years studying Journalism and English Language at the University of Portsmouth, balancing (many) nights out and hungover 9 am lectures.
After nearly 10 years working in the fashion & beauty industry, she's left the fashion world behind and now writes about everything from lightweight foundations, her favourite perfumes, to natural-looking fake tans. Falling in love with any product that can give her that 'my skin but better' finish, and anything that hydrates her seemingly always parched face.
During her career, she interviewed the likes of Jo Malone, Ruby Hammer and Caroline Hirons. Plus, career highlight and forever girl-crush, Claudia Winkleman. Getting to speak to the industry’s finest experts in skincare, makeup, hair, body and health each week.
When she’s not working, she’s shamelessly watching back-to-back Real Housewives episodes, spending all her time with her families foster dogs, and hunting down the best carb spots London has to offer.
Latest articles by Annie Milroy
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The best dry shampoos of all time to suit various hair types and budget – reviewed by usPush back your next wash with one of the best dry shampoos – tried and tested by our expert team
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Everyone's talking about ectoin this summer - but what is this 'super hydrator', and should you try it?Our beauty writer consults two skin doctors to get the lowdown on this buzzy ingredient
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Are Japanese manicures the secret to healthy, strong, naturally glossy nails? Our beauty writer tried one to find outJapanese manicures are the latest manicure to trend - but what are they, and why are they so popular?
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Meet our expert judging panel for the 2025 woman&home Hair AwardsThese industry experts tested hundreds of products to help us select the winners of the woman&home Hair Awards
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Considering a faux glow? These are the six golden rules to a successful self tan sessionDon't so much as pick up a mitt without memorising these six golden rules...
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The surprising skincare mistake to avoid if you want your make-up to last as long as possibleNeed your party makeup look to last? Make sure you're not making this easy mistake
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I’ve tried hundreds of foundations, but the one I choose to wear every day is 25% off right nowNo foundation has impressed our beauty writer more than this affordable base - here's why she'll never stop raving about it
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I always get asked what blusher I’m wearing - and it’s the same cream formula every single timeOur beauty writer is a cream blush aficionado - and this highly-pigmented, easy-to-apply buy is her all-time favourite
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I’ve worn powder bronzer since my teens - and this one product is why I’ll never give it upMany a cream bronzer has tried to convert me, but I can't be torn away from my beloved Chanel powder...
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Foreo Luna 4 Plus review: Is this the smartest cleansing tool of all time?Our beauty writer put this high-tech cleansing device to the test.
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Revlon hair dryer brush review: Our beauty writer puts the viral One-Step Volumizer to the testDubbed as an affordable Dyson alternative, our beauty writer shares her honest review on whether the Revlon hair dryer brush is actually worth buying...
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After years of searching for the perfect neutral nail polish, I've finally discovered it (and you should too)A beauty writer reveals her new favourite nail buy, with a salon-quality formula and oh-so-chic shade
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I always struggle with my eyebrows, but this lazy girl product gives me a full, defined look every timeWant to cheat your way to a brow tint without the treatment? Then you need to try this foolproof brow product
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These award-winning skincare problem solvers tackle a variety of complexion issuesNo matter your complexion concern, one of these skin saviours will come to your rescue
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7 award-winning eye & lip care products, picked by the expertsSoothing, hydrating and smoothing, these eye & lip products deliver impressive results
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The 10 simple things people with healthy nails always doWant the insider tips people with healthy nails swear by? We got the lowdown from some of the industry's top experts...
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This £12 gradual tan gives a streak-free summer glow in just minutes - and it's so easy to applyWant a fool-proof soft, subtle glow? Then you need this gradual tan in your beauty portfolio
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7 award-winning hair treatments, picked by our panel of expert judgesWhatever your hair issue, these effective treatments and masks will come to the rescue
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I'm a beauty writer who hates facial tools, but this depuffing cleansing device proved me wrongOur tool-averse beauty writer tested the Foreo Luna 4 - and the results were surprising
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I like to have a natural-looking tan all year and this £24 mist gives me a streak-free finish in secondsThis fake tan mist helps keep my complexion looking radiant all year round...
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36 Christmas beauty gift ideas, hand-picked by our expert beauty teamOur curated list of Christmas beauty gift ideas promises to impress all tastes and budgets
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12 of the best British skincare brands to tryUpdate your cosmetics portfolio with the best British skincare brands, recommended by our beauty team.
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The best primers to create a better base, for all skin typesOur beauty team rounds up the best primers for pristine makeup and healthy-looking skin, for every budget and complexion concern.
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The 9 best shampoos you can buy on any high street - tried, tested and ratedAll of these shampoos can be bought at the supermarket or Boots for less than £11, proving you don't need to spend a lot to get great haircare...
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