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Move over, Birkenstock - hiking sandals are the 'must-have' shoe for style and comfort in the summer heatA pair of the best hiking sandals is good for more than a long walk as the temperature rises
By Susan Griffin Last updated
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Step on up: 9 best smart scales to help reach your health and wellbeing goals in 2026Smart scales do more than just measure your weight. Here, health writer and hiker Susan Griffin reveals all you need to know and the best ones to buy
By Susan Griffin Last updated
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No plug? No problem - these 6 cordless straighteners deliver salon-smooth hair on the goOur expert beauty team have tested every contender on the market to find the best cordless straighteners
By Lucy Abbersteen Last updated
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Bye-bye, brassiness – these 9 purple shampoos will tone blonde and grey hair to perfectionOur team have washed their blonde strands in a myriad of purple shampoos and these were the best of the bunch...
By Fiona McKim Last updated
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12 books our editor recommends this August - from cosy crime to poolside romanceFrom fiction to thrillers, these are the books worth adding to your TBR list
By Laura Honey Published
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After months of testing, these are the only comfortable sandals our fashion team actually wearsFrom Jennifer Aniston's favourite flip-flops to "the world’s most comfortable high heels"
By Caroline Parr Last updated
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From Diptyque to Daylesford, these natural, luxury cleaning products prove that deep cleaning can be designer tooThese natural luxurious cleaning products will be your motivation to start spring cleaning. From Diptyque to Daylesford there are your essentials, elevated
By Laura Honey Last updated
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We've tested over 100 sunscreens – these are the 6 most gentle formulas to protect sensitive skinYou can wave goodbye to stinging, weepy eyes and irritation with these gentle SPF buys
By Michelle Rostamian Last updated
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The best women’s walking shoes for walks and hiking trips, tried and tested by real hikersThese are the best women's walking shoes for muddy hikes and city towpaths, tried and tested for comfort, support and waterproofing, by our expert team
By Susan Griffin Last updated
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Long-lasting, compliment-worthy perfume is my specialist subject – this is the under-the-radar fragrance brand I tell all my friends aboutFor fragrances that last from noon to night, look no further than these moreish tried and tested scents that I always get complimented on
By Sennen Prickett Last updated
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Need a gentle dryer for curls and coils? Our curly-haired editors voted these the best for the jobDefine curls, coils and waves without frizz with one of the top dryers for curly hair – all tested and reviewed by us
By Rhiannon Derbyshire Last updated
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Limp hair is no longer in my vocabulary thanks to these 9 volumising shampoos for fine and thinning strandsOur fine-haired experts deem these the best formulas for adding body, bounce and a weightless shine
By Aoife Hanna Last updated
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The 6 best food processors to help you prepare meals in minutes - tested and approved by our food teamThese are the best food processors from Magimix, Kenwood, and Cuisinart tested and approved by our woman&home food team and our tester network.
By Laura Honey Last updated
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The induction pans our food team uses every day - at work and at when we're off the clockWe took to our professional test kitchen to test the best induction pans, with saucepans, frying pans and sets for every budget
By Laura Honey Last updated
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The 11 best bullet vibrators for an intense buzz, tried and tested by usThe best bullet vibrators offer intense stimulation, whatever your pleasure preference. Here, the w&h team round up their tried and tested favourites
By Grace Walsh Last updated
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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
By Fiona McKim Last updated
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The best rabbit vibrators to use on your own or with a partner, tested by usThe best rabbit vibrators offer double the stimulation with internal and external arms. Here, the w&h health team reveal their tried and tested favourites
By Grace Walsh Last updated
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I've used dry shampoo almost every day for 15 years - these are the only formulas I'd actually recommend for oily hairWave goodbye to greasy hair with these top dry shampoos, tried and tested by beauty experts, to suit every hair type and budget
By Aleesha Badkar Last updated
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Jo Malone scents are for every season, but these fresh, floral and salty blends feel especially luxe for summerFrom delicate florals to fresh citrus scents, there's a Jo Malone fragrance for every occasion and preference.
By Fiona McKim Last updated
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Cooling sheets are essential for sleeping in the heat - here are our tried-and-tested favouritesWhether you naturally sleep hot or dread warm summer nights, investing in cooling bedding is one of the best ways to make your bed feel fresher and cooler.
By Laura Honey Last updated
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I'm a 48-year-old beauty editor and I've tested every fake tan going - these 9 are the only ones that actually flatter mature skinAdd radiance, blur and hydrate with our tried and tested guide to the most flattering fake tan formulas
By Charley Williams-Howitt Last updated
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Foundation for oily skin has come a long way: these 9 fresh-looking, long-lasting bases are the very best on the market nowOur oily-skinned beauty editors put dozens of foundations to the test - and have the photos to prove it
By Lucy Abbersteen Last updated
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The 6 best mattress protectors - tested for better sleepHaving slept on the best mattress protectors on the market, I've selected six that offer hypoallergenic, waterproof, and natural credentials
By Laura Honey Last updated
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Our beauty team packed these 6 SPFs for 16-hour working days on a Mallorcan beach - and they passed our testWant suncare you can really rely on? Here are the only formulas we trusted on our summer trip
By Annie Milroy Published
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Best books for July - from sun-soaked romance to gripping thrillersFrom sun-soaked romances to gripping thrillers and captivating audiobooks, these are the new releases to add to your summer reading list.
By Laura Honey Published
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Can't find a fan this heatwave? Air coolers are more refreshing, effective, and still in stockHalf way between air conditioning and cooling fans, air coolers could be the perfect solution to beating this heat
By Laura Honey Published
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We've tried 100s of perfumes between us - these are 21 that never fail to get us stopped on the street by strangersBy combining our extensive fragrance knowledge (and collections), we've rounded up the best scents for women - with picks for every preference...
By Stephanie Maylor Last updated
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As temperatures soar, these are the facial sunscreens dermatologists want you wearingFrom lightweight fluids to SPF sticks, our beauty team tested the best facial sunscreens for every skin type - because great SPF should feel like skincare, not a chore
By Fiona McKim Last updated
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Give your back a break - the 9 best thick yoga mats offer ultimate support and comfort in 2026The best thick yoga mats have at least 6mm of cushioning, making them the go-to support through stretching, yoga, Pilates, and strength training workouts
By Grace Walsh Last updated
