
Lucy Abbersteen
Lucy is a UK-based beauty journalist who has written for titles including Marie Claire, Glamour, OK!, Popsugar and Refinery29, as well as regularly contributing to woman&home. Her work covers everything from expert skin and haircare advice to beauty trends and reviews of the latest products. During her career, she regularly speaks to the industry's leading hairdressers, dermatologists and make-up artists, has covered backstage at London Fashion Week and has interviewed many a celeb about their beauty routine. When she isn't writing and talking about beauty you'll most likely find her reading, Netflix-ing or out on a walk.
Latest articles by Lucy Abbersteen
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I love a less-is-more approach to skincare, but can I really use sunscreen as moisturiser? Dermatologists weigh in
If you have a hydrating SPF, do you really need to apply moisturiser too? We put it to the skincare experts.
By Lucy Abbersteen Last updated
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The 12 best shampoos for curly hair for gentle-yet-nourishing cleansing, reviewed by our experts
Our experts have tested and reviewed the best shampoos for curly hair to keep curls, coils and waves soft
By Millie Fender Last updated
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Demi Moore's best beauty looks from across the years
From sultry, smokey eyes to her enviable long black locks, we look back at the actor's enviable hair and makeup looks
By Lucy Abbersteen Published
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Our favourite Nicole Kidman beauty looks from across the years
Revisit some of the star's most iconic hair and makeup moments
By Lucy Abbersteen Published
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Babyliss' new hot brush is brilliantly affordable, but can it create the luxe blow dry of its rivals?
A beauty editor's honest guide to the BaByliss Air Power Volume Hot Brush – how well does it perform?
By Lucy Abbersteen Published
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Sienna Miller's best hair and makeup moments from across the years
We revisit some of her top beauty looks from the archives...
By Lucy Abbersteen Published
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Julianne Moore's best beauty looks over the years
By Lucy Abbersteen Published
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Jennifer Lopez's best beauty looks from over the years
We revisit some of JLo's biggest and best hair and makeup moments
By Lucy Abbersteen Published
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32 of Viola Davis best beauty looks from over the years
Revisit some of the EGOT's best hair and makeup moments
By Lucy Abbersteen Published
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The ghd Chronos Max claims to leave hair perfectly sleek for 24 hours, but did it work for this curly-haired beauty editor?
Is the ghd Chronos Max worth the upgrade? Our contributing beauty editor's honest review...
By Lucy Abbersteen Published
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What is tightlining? How to master the technique, according to two makeup artists
Consider this your one-way ticket to well-defined eyes and longer looking lashes...
By Lucy Abbersteen Published
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Inside celebrities' beauty routines – the treatments that A-listers swear by
Which skin treatments do celebrities love?
By Lucy Abbersteen Published
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What does vitamin C do for skin? Dermatologists explain its benefits in detail
Experts explain how vitamin C can be beneficial when used as part of your regular skincare routine
By Lucy Abbersteen Last updated
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Gorgeous copper hair ideas - as seen on celebrities
Fancy a copper hair moment? These celebrity looks are sure to inspire you
By Lucy Abbersteen Published
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Is the Dyson Supersonic Nural worth the extra spend? A beauty editor shares her honest review
Dyson's newest hair dryer is an update to the already brilliant Supersonic, so does it significantly outperform its predecessor?
By Lucy Abbersteen Published
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The best brown lipstick looks - as spotted on celebrities
Need some makeup inspiration? Right this way...
By Lucy Abbersteen Published
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Emma Stone just stepped out with a super short pixie crop – and now we're debating a dramatic chop, too
The actress unveiled her shortest cut ever on the Golden Globes red carpet
By Lucy Abbersteen Published
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Helen Mirren's best beauty looks from over the years, from her viral blue hair to classic red carpet makeup
We revisit some of our favourite hair and makeup looks from national treasure Dame Helen Mirren
By Lucy Abbersteen Published
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Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie's best beauty looks from over the years
We revisit some of the royal duo's best beauty moments from the decades
By Lucy Abbersteen Published
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'I learned how to use the Dyson Airwrap and it creates a brilliant at-home blow dry every time'
A beauty editor's guide to mastering the Dyson Airwrap – including styling tricks from a top hairstylist
By Lucy Abbersteen Last updated
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I'm a beauty editor who loves baths, and this soul-soothing oil makes it a 10/10 experience every time
Need to unwind and recharge? Our contributing beauty editor reveals her favourite bath oils for a moment of calm
By Lucy Abbersteen Published
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Our curly-haired tester has tried most hair dryer diffusers – these are the 8 best on the market
Our reviews of the best diffusers for curly hair to dry curls gently every time
By Lucy Abbersteen Last updated
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We've tried every single Benefit mascara – here's how to choose the best one for you
Our in-depth reviews of the best Benefit mascaras – tried, tested and ranked
By Lucy Abbersteen Last updated
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Iconic liquid eyeliner ideas – from a classic wing to graphic looks
Right this way for all the liner inspiration you need
By Lucy Abbersteen Published