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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Party makeup—easy and glamorous eye, lip and nail ideas for your next big event
Party makeup doesn't have to be difficult to master, take it from the experts and nail your look for your next big night out
By Fiona McKim Published
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Skincare for makeup: Expert skin prep tips for a red-carpet-ready look
Your skincare for makeup masterclass by beauty professionals
By Fiona McKim Published
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Makeup for hooded eyes—13 pro tricks to enhance your eye shape and banish smudges forever
Get makeup for hooded eyes right with this expert-approved guide
By Fiona McKim Published
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Here are the skincare ingredients that you should never mix together
Follow these golden rules and you won't go wrong.
By Fiona McKim Published
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How to get rid of dandruff: 6 expert-approved ways to prevent and treat a flaky scalp for good
A trichologist reveals how to get rid of dandruff and keep flakes at bay
By Fiona McKim Published
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Get smoother, plumper and more hydrated skin with the Optimum Collagen collection by Superdrug
Hydration is the ultimate skin goal—and this is how to achieve it
By Fiona McKim Published
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Keys Soulcare review: Why Alicia Keys beauty line might surprise you
Keys Soulcare is no ordinary celebrity brand—our beauty editor explains why
By Fiona McKim Published
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Which hair extensions are best? Tapes, clip-ins and bond extensions explained
Wondering which hair extensions are best for you? We break down the benefits, costs, and how to care for every type of extension
By Fiona McKim Published
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10 tips for perfect beach hair waves every time
Get gorgeous, tousled beach hair waves—even far from the sea—with these easy expert styling tips and buys
By Fiona McKim Published
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Announcing 2021's ultimate skin essentials—our w&h clever skincare awards winners!
These award-winning products are the skin essentials you need now, selected by our judging panel
By Fiona McKim Published
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Dewy makeup—how to nail glowing, juicy skin without looking shiny
Great dewy makeup is fresh and youthful, here's how to get it right
By Fiona McKim Published
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Short hairstyles for women—49+ ideas from shag cuts to French girl bobs and pixie crops
Consider this all the inspiration you need for the best short hairstyles for women
By Sibelle Mehmet Published
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Box braids—the expert guide plus 15 styles to inspire you
Everything you need to know about hairstyles with box braids, plus inspiration pics aplenty
By Fiona McKim Published
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Clean skincare is carnage, says w&h beauty ed—this is how 'nasty-free’ beauty got nasty
The clean skincare trend is fair game for debate, but why did we all start fighting dirty?
By Fiona McKim Published
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Baby Botox explained, and why w&h's Beauty Director is glad she tried it
All the facts about baby Botox, plus a first-hand account of this popular "tweakment"
By Fiona McKim Published
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Introducing our exclusive new beauty club - woman&home Beauty Counter
Enjoy complimentary beauty products, curated for you with no subscriptions or fees
By Fiona McKim Published
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9 expert home blow-dry tips that will change how you dry your hair
Master your at-home blow-dry with a little help from the experts
By Fiona McKim Published
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Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk Push Up Lashes mascara review: a glamorous eye-opener
Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk Push Up Lashes promises 24 hours of lift – just make sure you follow the instructions
By Fiona McKim Published
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Diorshow Iconic Overcurl mascara review - va-va-voom lashes that last
Glamorous first impressions don't stop Diorshow Iconic Overcurl being a true lash-lifting grafter
By Fiona McKim Published
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Le Volume Stretch de Chanel review: a thoroughly modern mascara
A 3D printed wand and cool-girl separation make Le Volume Stretch de Chanel a true French fancy
By Fiona McKim Published
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7 soothing skincare ingredients that help calm aggravated skin
In a sneak peek of new beauty bible, The Beauty Brief, Katie Service reveals the soothing skincare ingredients to know now
By Fiona McKim Published
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The messy bun is having a moment: here's how to perfect this classic style at home
There's more to this all-occasion messy bun than you might think. Learn why this look offers maximum impact with minimum effort
By Fiona McKim Published
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How to apply blush: 3 make-up artists reveal all
This expert masterclass will show you how to apply blush like a pro.
By Fiona McKim Published
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This £8 shower gel outsells every other body product in Waitrose
By Fiona McKim Published