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The best shampoo for curly hair: gentle cleansing for definition
Curls need a gentler cleanse and plenty of moisture. Here is how to choose a shampoo by curl pattern and wash in a way that protects definition.
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The best conditioner: how to choose by hair type and need
Conditioner is about weight and purpose. Here is how to match the right type to your hair and apply it for softer, more manageable lengths.
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Best oud perfume: how to choose a scent you will actually love wearing
Oud ranges from soft and rosy to dark and smoky. Learn how to read the styles, test properly and spray with confidence.
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Best concealer: an editor's guide to choosing the right one
Dark circles, breakouts and redness need different formulas. Here is how to match coverage, finish and shade so one concealer does the job.
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Best niacinamide serum: choosing the right formula for your skin
Niacinamide is gentle, flexible and easy to layer. Learn which strength, base and texture suit your skin and routine.
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Best cleanser: how to choose the right one for your skin and your routine
A good cleanser removes the day without stripping your skin. Here is how to match type and formula to your skin and makeup habits.
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Best bronzer: how to choose the right shade, formula and finish
Undertone, texture and technique decide whether bronzer looks like sunlight or a stripe. Here is how to choose and apply it well.
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Best moisturiser: how to choose the right formula for your skin
Texture, ingredients and season matter more than price. Learn how to match a moisturiser to your skin and apply it well.
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Best skincare products: how to build a routine that works
Three well-chosen basics beat a crowded shelf. Here is how to match formulas to your skin and introduce actives sensibly.
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Best retinol serum: how to choose a formula your skin will tolerate
Retinol rewards patience, not strength. Learn how to read labels, pick a gentle formula and build up use without irritation.
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Best vitamin C serum: how to choose the right form, strength and formula
Vitamin C is effective but fussy. Learn which form, strength and packaging suit your skin, and how to use it without irritation.
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The best makeup brushes: which ones you need and what to look for
A small, well-chosen kit beats a drawer of unused bristles. Here is which brushes to buy, how to judge quality and how to keep them clean.
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The best nail polish: finishes, formulas and how to choose
Formula decides how a polish wears. Here is how to judge pigment, brush and finish, and how to apply polish so it lasts.
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Best lipstick: how to choose the right finish, shade and formula
Finish, shade and formula decide whether a lipstick earns a place in your bag. Here is how to choose one you will actually wear.
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The best gel nail polish: how to choose, apply and remove it well
Gel is only as good as the system behind it. Here is how to choose a formula and lamp, and how to apply and remove it without harming your nails.
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