Emma Stoddart
Emma Stoddart is a freelance beauty journalist and self-confessed skincare aficionado with over five years of experience. After graduating from Leeds University in 2011, Emma dabbled in ergonomics research as well as human resources before landing her first internship at ELLE UK. It was here where she fell in love with the world of magazines and reignited her passion for beauty—an area of obsession since her first foray into foundation with Dream Matte Mousse circa 2004.
Since ELLE, Emma has worked for some of the UK’s top women’s titles including Net-A-Porter, Stylist and Grazia. Her experience spans online and print as well as producing editorial shoots with some of the industry’s biggest artists, including Val Garland. Asides from working with them behind the scenes, she’s also had the chance to interview the likes of Patrick Ta, Pat McGrath, and Sam McKnight for all their insider tips and tricks.
A skincare junkie and wellness enthusiast, Emma is all about hard-working, no-nonsense products that really deliver results. She knows from experience just how to tackle an oily T-zone, add volume to fine hair, and specializes a glowing, barely-there makeup look that focuses on radiant skin, a healthy flush, and a natural-looking flutter. Away from her lengthy evening regime, Emma spends her time beading bracelets (a side hustle she set up with her sister), enjoying the great outdoors, and occasionally threading her own eyebrows (a skill she endeavored to master during Lockdown).
Latest articles by Emma Stoddart
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If your makeup isn’t sitting like it used to, this is the first thing a makeup artist wants you to changeMUA Aimee Connolly reveals the simple changes to make when your tried-and-tested routine no longer delivers…
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When our fine-haired beauty editors want a salon-standard blow-dry at home, they reach for one of these 8 hair dryersCalling those with fine hair! These tools are the top of their game thanks to their sleek, affordable tech and gentle styling
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Nicole Kidman’s ‘mother of pearl’ nails are an elegant update on trending milky manicuresWe know the exact shade behind the actress's shimmering, neutral look
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The Body Shop just reformulated its iconic Body Butters – with a new 'scoopable' formula that's perfect for autumnThe cult, nostalgic creams are back and better than ever...
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Think you can't put a bob in an updo? Michael Douglas's clever styling trick does it with just 3 pinsThe celebrity hairstylist shows us how to create an easy, chic style on shorter hair
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Michael Douglas just showed us how to add bounce to a flat bob in 4 minutes - and it couldn't be easierIf your bob looks sleek from the front but flat and kinked at the back, Michael Douglas has a surprisingly simple fix.
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Zara Tindall’s ‘mushroom taupe’ nails are the classy neutral we’re revisiting for autumnSitting somewhere between grey and mocha, this muted manicure shade is a sophisticated choice for the new season
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Cat Deeley’s radiant NTA makeup formula is so easy to replicate - and her makeup artist has spilled the detailsIt's all about "glowy skin, lots of lash and a pop of colour with a juicy coral red lip”
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Can't decide between a Shark and Dyson hair dryer? Our beauty team put them through their paces in the ultimate head-to-headWe put the Shark SpeedStyle Pro Hair Dryer vs Dyson Supersonic in a head-to-head test to find out which is best
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Everyone's talking about K-beauty – these are the 6 best Korean mascaras for subtly lifted, curled lashesThese tried-and-tested lightweight formulas are the key to fuller-looking, fluttery lashes in a swipe
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We asked a makeup artist what she always has in her kit - and this 'scary' product came out on top'Do not be scared', says MUA Caroline Barnes - It's like 'powdered cashmere on your complexion'
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Stacey Dooley’s ‘oyster nails’ are an elegant take on the chrome manicure trend – and we predict they’ll be everywhere this autumnThis minimal metallic manicure has put silver nails firmly back on our radar
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For smooth styling that lasts, these are the only hair straighteners our beauty team recommendsFrom cordless to steam stylers, we review the best hair straighteners on the market – with options for various hair types and budget levels
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This simple blush trick gives 'the illusion of a lift' in seconds – a makeup artist reveals the unexpected placement to tryPriyanka Chopra's makeup artist shares her 'favourite way to shape and sculpt the face'
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Jennifer Lopez's 'vintage rose' nails make a case for elegant, floral designs - that only take seconds to applyCelebrity nail artist Tom Bachik revealed his clever technique, and surprisingly, you can try it too
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Sienna Miller’s clever setting powder hack proves you don’t have to pile on makeup just to make it last'I know that my makeup will not budge,' says Miller of the MUA-approved trick
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The 'slip bob' is the elegant, 90s-inspired cut that'll take your hair from summer to autumn - and it's effortless to styleThis simple, polished bob is bringing back ‘90s minimalism
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When our beauty team wants to give their lashes some va-va-voom, we reach for these 9 best volumising mascarasWe've tested over one hundred mascaras; these are the volume-boosting formulas that will make you retire your false lashes for good
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Too hot at bedtime? This viral ‘cooling’ shower hack could help – and it costs less than £13Everyone's talking about this peppermint-powered bedtime ritual - and we know how to take it to the next level
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Going somewhere nice? The ‘chic chignon’ is the easiest, most elegant hairstyle – and yes, it works on shorter hair tooMaster this classic updo with celebrity hairstylist Sam McKnight's expert tips
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This lightweight 'watercolour' blusher is my makeup buy of the summer - it never goes patchy or cakeyI've finally found a sheer, easy-to-blend blush that survives hot weather...
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Bye-bye sparkly bronzer and melty mascara: an MUA says these are the 3 essential makeup buys of the summerHeading away or feeling sticky at home? A-list makeup artist Caroline Barnes exclusively shares her beat-the-heat beauty solutions
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We asked a makeup artist how to even out facial redness - she swore by this unexpected face mist trickForget fiddly colour correcting, MUA Caroline Barnes relies on a quick and easy spritz for glowing, even-toned skin
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Need a new eye cream? These 8 are by far the best to brighten, de-puff and smoothWhether you want to smooth fine lines or brighten up dark circles, these are the best eye creams our beauty team has ever tried
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