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I tried Philips Zoom’s £850 teeth whitening – but an at-home kit surprised me more

The biggest difference between professional and at-home whitening is the strength of the whitening agent

The Independent UK · Sep 23

We’ve had an exclusive look at Lookfantastic’s first K-beauty advent calendar

Brands include Laneige, Anua, Medicube, Biodance and Beauty of JoseonRead more: Best beauty advent calendars 2026

The Independent UK · Sep 22

12 best cleansers for every skin type, tested by experts

Wash away the day with these expert-approved cleansing balms, gels, foams, creams and oils

The Independent UK · Sep 21

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I unboxed Selfridges’s beauty advent calendar 2026 – and it’s worth more than £1,200

Plus what to expect in the luxury retailer’s first fragrance calendarRead more: Best beauty advent calendars 2026

The Independent UK · Sep 17

10 of our favourite Dusk homeware pieces that have stood the test of time

From bedding to dining chairs, these are the standout buys from Dusk

The Independent UK · Sep 8

Dyson has completely overhauled its straightener – it delivers serious shine

It’s been six years since the brand launched the original corrale straightener

The Independent UK · Sep 3

I saw Dyson’s £420 flossing toothbrush first, and it might overhaul your oral health

This release has been six years in the making and has been revealed at the Paris product unveilingRead more: Best electric toothbrushes, tested

The Independent UK · Sep 1

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I scoured Sainsbury’s beauty aisle – these are the best buys under £20

The supermarket is a haven for budget beauty lovers

The Independent UK · Aug 26

I emptied the Charlotte Tilbury beauty advent calendar – and it’s her best one yet

Is the beauty haul worth £170?

The Independent UK · Aug 20

This £25 teeth whitening powder helped brighten my smile in just two weeks

As far as teeth whitening treatments go, this powder perked up my pearly whites

The Independent UK · Aug 19

I tried an anti-ageing body sunscreen – here’s my honest review

4/5 The formula features the brand’s renowned TFC8 complex

The Independent UK · Aug 17

TikTokers reveal the products they’re tired of finding in beauty advent calendars

Lucy Smith spotlights the repeat advent calendar offenders Read more: Best beauty advent calendars for 2026

The Independent UK · Aug 7

We tried on the best ASOS wedding guest dresses under £50 – these are our favourites

We’ve put Asos’s affordable collection to the test

The Independent UK · Jul 31

I pitted Dyson £450 airstrait against Shark £199 silkipro – here’s which one to buy

Can you achieve the same silky results but spend £200 less? I found out

The Independent UK · Jul 27

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The Independent UK · Jul 21

Hello Klean’s new shower head revealed I was damaging my hair every wash

The brand’s latest device tracks everything from filter lifespan to water usage

The Independent UK · Jul 16

12 best skin tints for a natural, radiant finish, tested on four skin tones

Expect lightweight coverage and undetectable blurring

The Independent UK · Jul 13

This silk pillowcase rivals my £81 favourite - but it’s under £8

I didn’t have high hopes for Amazon’s sub-£10 offering

The Independent UK · Jul 9

I didn’t know a ‘zero damage’ hair straightener was possible – until I tried Ghd sculpt

The tool boasts AI-driven styling to tailor your straightening session to your hair

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The Independent UK · Jul 7

This Boots beauty box includes a full skincare routine – and saves you more than £200

The bundle includes everything from Korean skincare heroes to premium SPFs from Elemis, Shiseido and more

The Independent UK · Jun 26

Every Maison Margiela replica perfume, ranked by fragrance obsessives

The brand offers scents for every personality and occasion, but are they worth the premium price?

The Independent UK · Jun 26

Are K18 hair products worth the price? My verdict after a year of testing

The brand promises to tackle damage from bleach, heat and more

The Independent UK · Jun 22

The Oral-B iO3 electric toothbrush has more than 65% off for Amazon Prime Day

Our reviewer called it a “turning point” in the Oral-B electric toothbrush rangeFollow live: The latest Amazon Prime Day deals

The Independent UK · Jun 4

Best Simba mattresses for 2026, reviewed by sleep experts

The brand’s lineup covers a wide spectrum of needs and budgetsRead more: Best mattresses, tried and tested

The Independent UK · May 29

I spent a year travelling and these Teva shoes have transformed my hikes

Born on the banks of the Colorado River in the 1980s, Teva’s original sport sandal was created by a rafting guide who strapped a watch band to a flip-flop to stop it floating downstream. Decades later, the brand has become synonymous with adventure-ready footwear, and its latest hurricane collection builds…

The Independent UK · May 29

This £14 antimicrobial spray keeps my skin clear through heatwaves and gym sessions

A hypochlorous acid might sound like something you’d only encounter in a science lab, but in the world of beauty it’s become everything from a gym bag essential to a sensitive skin saviour. For me, Isoclean’s iteration of the spray is the cream of the crop.

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