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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Does Coolsculpting work? We tried fat freezing and these are our thoughts
Does Coolsculpting work and is fat freezing really worth it? We reveal all
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How to stop the wind and rain from ruining your hair—save your locks with these easy tips
Don't let the weather get in the way of a good hair day
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How often should you wash your hair? Pro stylists settle the debate
How often should you wash your hair for ungreasy roots and soft lengths? Clue: It's a very fine balance
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Fresh nail designs for short nails, from bold colors to cute nail art
Size isn't everything! Or edit of nail designs for short nails will inspire you to try something new
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The best shampoo and conditioner for each and every hair type
The best shampoo and conditioner for every head of hair—fine, curly, color-treated or flaky
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How to wash your face properly for healthier skin, according to the experts
Learn how to wash your face the correct way to encourage a cleaner, healthier complexion, no matter your skin type
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How often should you wash your face, according to the experts
We asked dermatologists and aestheticians, how often should you wash your face? This is the definitive answer
By Fiona McKim Published
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How often should you replace your mascara and how can you tell when it's gone bad?
We've asked the experts, how often should you replace your mascara? Consider the debate settled
By Fiona McKim Published
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How often should you get a pedicure? Experts reveal the ideal amount for healthy, happy feet
How often should you get a pedicure, and is there such thing as too often? We break it down
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How to paint your nails like a pro for perfect results every time
Learning how to paint your nails is a skill for life—here's how to nail it
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Is acetone bad for your nails? The experts explain once and for all
It's got a rep, but is acetone bad for your nails according to nail technicians? Our beauty ed investigates
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Which perfume lasts longest? How to pick a scent that really lasts
Shopping for a new scent? Fragrance experts explain which perfume lasts longest and how to make any scent go the distance
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Thinking of getting highlights in hair? Learn all about this style and get inspired by our top highlighted looks
Is there any better feeling than fresh highlights in hair? We think not
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Babylights explained: the new method for low-maintenance, sunkissed color
What are babylights and should you try them? Pro colorists and our beauty ed break it down
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How to get brilliant balayage hair according to a Hollywood colorist—plus our fave balayage looks
You've got balayage hair questions and we've got the answers.
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I tried balayage with money piece and it's the best blonde color I've had in years
w&h beauty editor explains all about balayage with money piece – the salon color technique that's trending
By Fiona McKim Published
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How to do a home pedicure step-by-step for salon quality results
Perfect your at-home pedicure and put your best feet forward with expert-approved tips, tricks and buys
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How to find your perfect foundation match in 6 easy steps (plus an online tool that’s a total game-changer)
Learn how to find your perfect foundation match in a few easy steps—and without even leaving your home
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How to get chlorine out of hair: banish dryness and green tones with 5 easy techniques
Wondering how to get chlorine out of hair? With these trichologist-approved tricks it's easier than you think!
By Fiona McKim Published
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Eyebrow lamination – 9 things to know before perming your brows
Is eyebrow lamination right for you? Our beauty team and brow experts answer all your questions
By Lydia House Last updated
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The best Chanel perfumes, as chosen by a beauty editor
Our expert guide to the best Chanel perfumes of all time—is your favorite in the mix?
By Fiona McKim Last updated
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How to apply bronzer like a makeup artist for a perfect summer glow
This is your expert masterclass in how to apply bronzer like a pro – from picking a product to perfect placement
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How to get the best heat protection for hair
What's the secret to effective heat protection for hair? Take a multi-layered approach
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Rice water for hair: how to make it and does it really work?
w&h beauty editor tries rice water for hair - and asks two trichologists if there's any truth to the TikTok trend
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