Victoria Jowett

London

Beauty Journalist at Freelance

Beauty Director at Cosmopolitan UK

Articles

30 best retinol creams for reducing acne and preventing fine lines

1 month ago | cosmopolitan.com | Keeks Reid |Lia Mappoura |Victoria Jowett

Skip to ContentWe earn a commission for products purchased through some links in this article. The skincare ingredient that needs no introduction... By Victoria Jowett, Keeks Reid and Lia MappouraPublished: 09 May 2025Medik8 Crystal Retinal Stable Retinal Night SerumYou've heard of retinol, but have you tried crystal retinal? This clever crystal-encapsulated retinaldehyde formula works faster than normal retinol, thanks to its ability to be more easily converted into retinoic acid by the skin.
This is how to tell if your sunscreen has expired, according to an expert

1 month ago | cosmopolitan.com | Victoria Jowett

Picture this: It's the day before your summer holiday, you've semi-packed (aka, emptied the entire contents of your wardrobe onto the bed), and then it hits you: The all-important sun cream is missing. Your face SPF is with you year-round, but one for your body? Nowhere to be seen… Last year's holiday left you with a ton of half-used bottles, and now, they're hidden away in that cupboard under your bathroom sink. The question is, are they still safe to use?
Best shampoo for oily, greasy hair | Tried and tested 2025

2 months ago | cosmopolitan.com | Victoria Jowett |Lia Mappoura

What shampoo should you use for greasy hair? We've tried 11 of the best shampoos for oily scalps, from gentle cleansing formulas to full-throttle detoxifiers.
7 Skincare Trends Experts Are Most Excited About This Spring

2 months ago | refinery29.com | Victoria Jowett

We’re finally seeing the first signs of spring, and with them comes change. I’m not just talking about longer evenings or the fresh blooms popping up everywhere — I'm talking about skincare. A shift in seasons is a key moment for your skin, as rising temperatures and longer days change UV exposure, humidity and pollen levels — all of which can impact your complexion.
7 Skincare Trends Experts Are Most Excited About This Spring

2 months ago | msn.com | Victoria Jowett

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7 Skincare Trends Experts Are Most Excited About This Spring

2 months ago | refinery29.com | Victoria Jowett

Story from BeautyADVERTISEMENTAll linked products are independently selected by our editors. If you purchase any of these products, we may earn a commission. We’re finally seeing the first signs of spring, and with them comes change. I’m not just talking about longer evenings or the fresh blooms popping up everywhere — I'm talking about skincare.
As a beauty editor who's tried hundreds of makeup brushes, these are the only five you need

2 months ago | womanandhome.com | Victoria Jowett

Have you ever walked into a beauty hall and been completely overwhelmed by the sheer number of makeup brushes lining the aisles? It’s almost impossible to know where to begin and which you need, vs which will sit in your dressing table drawer gathering dust. Throughout my 13 years working as a beauty editor, I’ve tried countless variations on the best makeup brushes and beauty tools, but there’s a small handful of just five that I come back to, time and time again. Why?
A practical guide to downsizing your makeup bag to 6 products (by a former beauty hoarder)

2 months ago | womanandhome.com | Victoria Jowett

When it comes to our beauty collections, it’s easy to get carried away. We’re constantly bombarded with newness and that all-too-familiar itch of wanting the next big thing. Which is why, after working in the industry for over a decade, I have amassed an embarrassingly large amount of products.
10 best purple shampoos to keep blonde hair brighter for longer

2 months ago | cosmopolitan.com | Victoria Jowett |Lia Mappoura

Fudge Professional Clean Blonde Shampoo 250mlBack when I was blonde, nobody could tell me it wasn't my greatest hair colour to date. Yeah, the ends were dead, but the colour? Immaculate. My icy, true blonde locks gave Elsa a run for her money! And that's all thanks to this shampoo. Pair it with the adjacent conditioner to minimise brassiness and visible damage.
We tried out the best shampoos on the market for fine hair

2 months ago | nz.news.yahoo.com | Lia Mappoura |Victoria Jowett

Getting thicker locks is no easy task; as a full-time member of the 'fine hair club', I've tried almost every solution out there in an attempt to boost my strands. From hair extensions to beauty supplements, I've been there, done that, got the T-shirt! Though, one lesson I've learnt? Starting with the best shampoo for your hair type is important. If you spend time picking the right formula, your strands (and scalp) will thank you for it. But shampoo shopping isn't simple.