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Olivia Perl

Olivia Perl is the digital writer at Boots where she covers news and evergreen features on health, wellness and beauty. Before this, she was a freelance writer and she has bylines across a number of leading titles, including Elle, Cosmopolitan, Hello, Eliza and IndyBest, The Independent’s product review section where she covered everything from eyebrow pencils and red lipsticks to hair perfumes.

<p>We judged our favourites based on how easy they were to use, and how well they mimicked the microbladed effect</p>
Fashion & Beauty

7 best eyebrow pens for feathery, natural-looking brows

<p>I added the glycolic acid toner into my evening skincare routine three times a week after cleansing and before moisturising – here’s what happened </p>
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The Ordinary glycolic acid toner review: Why everyone should try it

<p>We tested a wide range of reed and electric oil diffusers to suit every budget </p>
Home Fragrances

Best oil diffusers 2024: Reed and electronic home fragrances

<p>Perfect for summer holidays, this has gone straight into my basket </p>
Prime Day

Best Kindle paperwhite deal for Amazon Prime Day 2024

<p>Whether it’s stocking up on cleanser or moisturiser, we’ve got you covered </p>
Prime Day

These are the CeraVe products we’re buying on Amazon Prime Day

<p>Get your favourite tipple for less this Prime Day </p>
Prime Day

Our favourite budget whiskey is 30% off in the Amazon Prime Day sale

<p>It ‘left our teeth with that trademark ‘just been to the dentist’ feeling’ </p>
Prime Day

Don’t miss this Oral B pro 3 deal this Amazon Prime Day

<p>These are the Olaplex products I’m buying in the Prime Day sale </p>
Prime Day

These are the Olaplex products I’m buying in the Prime Day sale

<p>The brand new tool now follows in the footsteps of the brand’s first ever wet to dry straighteners </p>
Hair

I’m a beauty writer and ghd’s new tool is the best hot brush I’ve used

<p>It’s lightweight, non-drying and easy to apply </p>
Make-up

I’ve tried so many red lipsticks but this one is my all-time favourite

<p>From Marc Jacobs to Issey Miyake, we’ve found the savings worth snapping up </p>
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These are the best fragrance deals at LOOKFANTASTIC right now

<p>I was fortunate enough to get a sneak preview before it launched, so I’ve had a couple of weeks to really put it to the test</p>
Make-up

Is Charlotte Tilbury’s new foundation stick worth the hype?

<p>Our writer said that the ‘mousse was incredibly easy to apply’ </p>
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Iconic London prep set fake tan review: Perfect a deep tan

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Iconic London prep set fake tan review: Perfect a deep tan

<p>Our writer said that the ‘mousse was incredibly easy to apply’ </p>
<p>I gave this a go on one of the hottest days of the year to see how it fared under my make-up during a normal day</p>
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I’ll be using this £11 moisturiser all summer – and so should you

<p>LOOKFANTASTIC’s saving is not to be missed </p>
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I’m a beauty writer and this is what I’m buying in the Nars sale

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This men’s anti-ageing cream is a must-have for smoothing wrinkles

<p>You can expect some of the biggest and best brands stocked at the new store </p>
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Everything to know about LOOKFANTASTIC’s first-ever shop

<p>You can expect some of the biggest and best brands stocked at the new store </p>
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Everything to know about LOOKFANTASTIC’s first-ever shop

<p>There are plenty of beauty products designed to beat the heat</p>
Make-up

The best sweat-proof make-up to see you through the heatwave

<p>Sooth sun-soaked skin with this nourishing product </p>
Sun Care & Tanning

Bioderma’s aftersun is a must-have for the UK heatwave and beyond

<p>I tested the colour payoff, whether it blended well, how it felt on my skin and how long it lasted</p>
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Nars liquid blush review: My answer to a natural, dewy summer look

<p>The product took the top spot in our review of the best, so it’s one you can trust </p>
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Christophe Robin’s scalp scrub is a game-changer for oily hair

<p>Getting a seriously snatched slick back is not as simple as it sounds</p>
Hair

How to master slicked back hair, according to a celebrity hairstylist

<p>It has been worn by A-list celebrities like Julia Roberts, Zooey Deschanel </p>
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Clinique’s black honey went viral and it’s worth all the hype

<p>First launched in 1995, the hot cloth cleanser has received 150 awards</p>
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This Liz Earle cleanser is one of my favourites of all time

<p>The shampoo and conditioner have been reformulated with a new scent and both are vegan-friendly, too </p>
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Revitalash’s shampoo and conditioner is my go-to for fuller hair

<p>It has been worn by A-list celebrities like Julia Roberts, Zooey Deschanel </p>
SPONSORED

Clinique’s black honey went viral and it’s worth all the hype

<p>First launched in 1995, the hot cloth cleanser has received 150 awards</p>
SPONSORED

This Liz Earle cleanser is one of my favourites of all time

<p>The shampoo and conditioner have been reformulated with a new scent and both are vegan-friendly, too </p>
SPONSORED

Revitalash’s shampoo and conditioner is my go-to for fuller hair

<p>These products can transform tresses from lifeless to flourishing</p>
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The Olaplex shampoo and conditioner duo is currently 20% off

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The Olaplex shampoo and conditioner duo is currently 20% off

<p>These products can transform tresses from lifeless to flourishing</p>
<p>The lotion smooths easily over the skin, blending together skincare and sunscreen protection </p>
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Garnier’s £8 SPF is a lightweight formula we swear by

<p>The lightweight foundation took the top spot in our review </p>
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This is the lightweight foundation to be using this summer

<p>Prepare to give your skin a boost of hydration throughout the day </p>
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This setting spray is the secret to dewy skin

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This is the SPF stick we’re using on repeat this summer and beyond

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This is the SPF stick we’re using on repeat this summer and beyond

<p>‘It has a light, naturally zesty fragrance, and absorbs in an instant without any ashy finish,’ noted our writer </p>
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The reef-safe sunscreen to pack on your next holiday

<p>Scoring four and a half stars (out of five), this is an investment worth making </p>
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The surprising benefits of a silk pillowcase – plus the one to buy

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Babyliss hair dryer brush: It takes my hair from limp to voluminous

<p>I tested the product on my combination, slightly dehydrated skin </p>
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Bobbi Brown’s face base review: Why I swear by this moisturiser

<p>The cream ‘will relieve any tightness in the skin and leaves a soft balmy residue’ noted our writer </p>
Skincare

Dr Sam Bunting’s moisturiser is a must for rosacea and hydration

<p>It’s not the cheapest option, but it puts in the hard work to get your lashes looking their absolute best</p>
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The Lancôme doll eyes mascara is one of the best I’ve tried

Sun Care & Tanning

I tried Naked Sundays cabana glow serum and it’s my new favourite SPF

<p>It ‘reminded us of a soothing salve, before rubbing into skin like a lightweight lotion’ </p>
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CeraVe’s eye repair cream ‘transforms tired-looking eyes’

<p>The bold and bright bottles are a great addition to your beauty cabinet </p>
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Sol de Janeiro perfume set is full of travel-sized scents

<p>It’s been formulated to make sure that the skin retains its much-needed moisture </p>
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This cleanser is considered CeraVe’s best product

<p>Choose varying textures and between as many as 15 shades to find the best match for your brows </p>
Make-up

10 best eyebrow pencils for effortlessly fuller arches

Make-up

10 best eyebrow pencils for effortlessly fuller arches

<p>Choose varying textures and between as many as 15 shades to find the best match for your brows </p>
<p>The UK’s second-largest rail operator puts on 2,500 trains per day </p>
Deals

Northern Rail’s flash sale includes tickets for as little as 50p

<p>Give the gift of choice with options from top high street retailers this festive season </p>
Christmas

The top Christmas gift cards to spoil your loved ones with

<p>Christmas is just over a week away, so don’t delay </p>
Christmas

10 last minute gifts for women that will arrive before 25 December

<p>Dry your hair in less time with less frizz </p>
Fashion & Beauty

This Dyson-inspired hair dryer costs just £20

<p>Dry your hair in less time with less frizz </p>
Fashion & Beauty

This Dyson-inspired hair dryer costs just £20

<p>Create a fragrance wardrobe for your hair with our pick of the best perfumes</p>
Fragrances

9 best hair perfumes to refresh your locks

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