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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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
By Fiona McKim • Published
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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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Brilliant home highlight kits to create naturally sunkissed tones at home
Our expert guide to the home highlight kits that are really worth trying—whatever your natural color
By Aleesha Badkar • Last updated
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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.
By Fiona McKim • Last updated
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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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The best red lipstick for every skin tone, in every finish
The best red lipsticks of all time—finally find your signature red!
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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?
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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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How to dry nail polish fast when you're in a hurry
Want to know how to dry nail polish fast? These are the tricks that really work
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Should women over 40 cut their hair? Our beauty editor and top stylists wade in
We investigate the age-old question – should women over 40 cut their hair? (spoiler alert: It's complicated)
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Should you choose a gel or acrylic manicure? Here's everything you need to know to decide
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How to treat sunburn: soothe skin with a top dermatologist's tips
Caught the sun over the weekend and need to know how to treat sunburn? These are the next steps to calm your skin
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Does sunscreen expire? We answer all your SPF questions and reveal our favourite products
Wondering if sunburn turns into a tan, does sunscreen expire or what SPF actually stands for? We've got you
By Jess Beech • Last updated
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11 celebrities' skincare routines that'll help you achieve a radiant A-list glow
We know these celebrities' skin secrets – and they're more achievable than you think
By Emma Stoddart • Last updated
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Pigmentation explained – and the hyperpigmentation treatments that really work to resolve it
Treat and prevent sun spots with these expert-approved hyperpigmentation treatments
By Fiona McKim • Published
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Easy makeup looks—makeup artists reveal their fast, flattering beauty tricks
This easy makeup looks masterclass will enhance what nature gave you
By Fiona McKim • Last updated