Clare Stephenson
Beauty Ecommerce Writer
Clare Stephenson is a Beauty Ecommerce Writer for Cosmopolitan, Women’s Health, Red and Good Housekeeping, covering all things makeup, skincare and hair care, as well as deals events including Black Friday and Amazon Prime Day.
Clare has been an ecommerce writer since 2022, writing matter-of-fact such as deep dives into and filled with her favourite products for every budget and need.
Before working at Hearst UK, she received a BA degree in Multimedia Journalism at Bournemouth University, focusing her studies on the world of magazines and editorial. From there, she worked as an editorial assistant at Voir Fashion Magazine, covering events like Fashion Week and interviewing reputable brand founders, including Rea Ann Silva creator of Beautyblender.
When she’s not testing the latest and greatest products, you can find Clare sifting through vintage clothing stores in the city or horseback riding in the countryside.
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The 12 best IPL devices for quick, easy and pain-free hair removal
Some of these machines are £300 off right now!
Best blackhead remover products and tools, according to a dermatologist
Including the best treatments to get your hands (and face) on
We tested the new ghd Duet Blowdry – and here are our honest thoughts
Clinical trials show that zero heat damage is caused when using it
Skin Solutions: Your definitive guide to body acne
It's not just you, promise
The best face sunscreens to wear all year round
There's a pick for every skin type and preference
Best hyaluronic acid, plus why you should add it into skincare routine according to dermatologists
Take it from the experts
Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHAs) are the secret to unlocking brighter and softer skin
Please, put down the abrasive scrubs and pick up one of these smooth operators instead
Using a heatless curler completely transformed my lengths: here's why
Healthier lengths are guaranteed – thank me later
The Ordinary’s retinal serum is £30 cheaper than this luxury player
This budget bottle has done great things for my complexion, trust
K18 hair mask review: Here's how you actually apply the treatment
Mind = blown
Skin Solutions: Your definitive guide to the skin barrier
From understanding what the skin barrier is to finding the best treatments to shop, dermatologists reveal everything there is to know...
Skin Solutions: Your definitive guide to eczema
From triggers to treatments, the experts reveal all
8 best curling tongs, wands and hair tools for every hair type 2024
Get perfect waves every time
The best products that really work on frizzy hair
From a buzzy hair serum to a humidity-fighting mist, these smooth operators have your back
10 best fake tans for pale skin, tested by a tanning obsessive
Trust me, there are no 🍊 faces here
Skin Solutions: Your definitive guide to psoriasis
From triggers to treatments, the experts explain everything you need to know about the skin condition
Your sensitive skin needs sunscreen every day – and these are the ones we rate
From a budget buy to a derm-approved classic
The best razor subscriptions boxes for a more eco-friendly hair removal routine
Save and shave with these handy razor kits, delivered direct to your door
Jones Road's WTF foundation isn't for everyone – but here's why I love it
Want to spark a debate amongst beauty editors? Just mention this foundation
Everything you need to know about retinol — and the editor-approved formulas to try
The skin experts break it all down
The 10 best clarifying shampoos to give your hair a well-deserved detox
Including the expert advice to know about
Skin Solutions: Your definitive guide to rosacea
From triggers to treatments, the experts break down everything there is to know about the skin condition
The best gradual fake tans for a believable and hydrated bronze
Please, put down the biscuit-scented mousses
11 best pimple patches to banish spots and heal inflammation
They're small, but mighty
‘I’m a beauty writer and these are the Beauty Pie products I recommend to my friends’
There are some real hidden gems inside the industry’s best members' club. These are the ones you need to know about.
The 10 best vitamin C serums to rely on for a major glow up
Farewell dullness, hello dewy glow
This shower filter completely changed my hair for good – here’s why
Once you make the switch you won't want to go back, trust me
mdlondon’s WAVE is unlike any other hot brush we’ve seen before
Two beauty pros put the unique styler to the test...
Revlon's Multi-Styler is my secret to a bouncy blow-dry
The hunt for affordable hair tools may be over
I never thought I’d have a good night’s sleep, until I discovered this pillow spray
After a long battle with insomnia, I no longer dread bedtime in the way I used to
This acne treatment is famous on TikTok for bringing down cystic spots
Is it really as good as the internet says?