Articles by Nessa Humayun, Beauty Editor

Nessa Humayun is the Beauty Editor at Marie Claire UK. With over eight years of editorial experience across lifestyle sectors, Nessa was previously the Editorial Lead of HUNGER Magazine’s print and digital arms, where she was known for profiling the likes of Lily Allen, Loyle Carner, Kano, Billie Piper, Daisy Edgar Jones, Travis Barker, and more.

Obsessed with beauty since she was tall enough to raid her mum’s vanity, Nessa will be covering everything from product must-haves to long-reads about the industry writ large. Passionate about the intersection between women’s health and the beauty industry, Nessa is committed to unpacking what’s really worth it, and what’s driving us to spend our hard-earned money. Aside from that, she prides herself on being a human guinea pig, forever searching for the perfect 90’s lipliner and enduring the pain of prophilo in her quest for skin so glowy, it’s basically reflective.

After graduating from Kings College London with a BA in English Literature and Language, Nessa started her career in fashion at Net-a-Porter, before delving into the world of print media and contributing to the likes of British Vogue, Dazed and Cosmopolitan. Nessa is also a creative producer, having crafted editorials featuring Nicholas Daley, Luke Edward Hall, and Weyes Blood. Most recently, she spearheaded the campaign for DJ Jyoty’s world tour.

Latest articles by Nessa Humayun

Andie MacDowell on Her Desert Island Beauty Essentials, and Wearing Mascara to Work at McDonald's

The long-time L'Oréal ambassador speaks make-up and ageing well

Love Gourmands—or Can't get Enough of Florals? These are the Very Best Perfumes from Each Fragrance Family

From punchy citruses to sensual ouds

Here's How All the French Girls Will Be Doing Their Make-Up this Summer—According to Paris' Chicest MUA

"To look effortless, you have to be effortless"

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Nessa Humayun

Latest articles by Nessa Humayun

Andie MacDowell on Her Desert Island Beauty Essentials, and Wearing Mascara to Work at McDonald's

The Next Frontier of Beauty? Straight Men

This 70s-Inspired Shaggy Bob Is Summer's 'It' Girl Cut

This Year, I Vowed to Get to the Root of My Dry, Dehydrated Hair—These Filtered Shower Heads Have Made All the Difference

Thousands of Women Are Reporting Excessive Hair Loss on Ozempic—Here’s What’s Going On

I Smell Perfumes for a Living—Trust Me, These Are the Chicest Minis to Take On Your Next Holiday

After Years of Gel Manicures, I’ve Restored My Thin, Brittle and Peeling Nails to Health—These 8 Products Were Transformative, and Under £18

In the Market for Niche Perfumes that Will Guarantee Compliments? These 9 Impressed the Marie Claire Fragrance Awards Judges the Most

Marie Claire Fragrance Awards 2025 Winners

From vintage icons to new classics—these 16 scents will stand the test of time, according to our Marie Claire Fragrance Awards judges

Love Gourmands—or Can't get Enough of Florals? These are the Very Best Perfumes from Each Fragrance Family

From Candles to Body Mists—These are the 8 Lifestyle Picks that Impressed Our Judges Most at the Marie Claire Fragrance Awards

I Just Turned 30, and Have Breakouts for the First Time—3 Top Derms Explain How Skin Shifts From Your 20s to 30s

Salty, Fresh and the Essence of Summer—You Need to Smell This Little-Known, Boozy Fragrance Note

This Brand Has Released a New Shade of its Iconic Lipstick After 54 years, and I'm Obsessed—It's Actually a Universally Flattering Nude

I’ve Tested Over 18 Products to Get Rid of Stubborn KP—These are the Only Washes, Scrubs, and Lotions that have Worked, at All Price Points

I’ve Been on a Nail Health Journey for Six Months, and No Polish Range Has Lived up to Gel—Until Now

Four 'IT Girl' MUAs Told Me How to Do My Make-Up For Glastonbury—Here's the Lowdown

I Spent the Weekend Dancing to Charli XCX—But this Setting Spray Ensured My Make-Up Survived the Heat, Dust and Sweat

"If I Didn’t Buy So Much, I’d Save for a House”—Five Women on What They Really Spend on Beauty Each Year

Here's How All the French Girls Will Be Doing Their Make-Up this Summer—According to Paris' Chicest MUA

I’ve Never Given a Hair Masque 5 Stars, But This Deeply Nourishing Product has Levelled Up My Hair-Health Journey

Jane Fonda on Being a Tomboy, the Beauty Advice She Got from Katharine Hepburn, and Embracing Youth at 87

Is Your Sauna Obsession Actually Good for Your Skin?

Rosamund Pike on her Shape-Shifting Beauty Looks: “As an Actor, You Can Cheat Time”

The Purdey Bob Has Always Been Iconic—This Summer’s Updated Version Is Bold, Effortless, and So Chic

Hold Up, Kylie Jenner Just Dropped Her ‘Boob Job Order’—For The Girls

From Now, I Will Only Get Japanese Manicures—They Involve No Polish, and Literally Buff Nutrients into Your Nail Beds

Hands Down, I’ve Never Tried a Better Hair Product—This Non-Greasy, No-Wash Overnight Creme is Skincare for Split Ends

Our Beauty Editor Shares Her Least Glamorous, Most Budget-Friendly Holy Grail Products

Nessa Humayun

Latest articles by Nessa Humayun

Andie MacDowell on Her Desert Island Beauty Essentials, and Wearing Mascara to Work at McDonald's

The Next Frontier of Beauty? Straight Men

This 70s-Inspired Shaggy Bob Is Summer's 'It' Girl Cut

This Year, I Vowed to Get to the Root of My Dry, Dehydrated Hair—These Filtered Shower Heads Have Made All the Difference

Thousands of Women Are Reporting Excessive Hair Loss on Ozempic—Here’s What’s Going On

I Smell Perfumes for a Living—Trust Me, These Are the Chicest Minis to Take On Your Next Holiday

After Years of Gel Manicures, I’ve Restored My Thin, Brittle and Peeling Nails to Health—These 8 Products Were Transformative, and Under £18

In the Market for Niche Perfumes that Will Guarantee Compliments? These 9 Impressed the Marie Claire Fragrance Awards Judges the Most

Marie Claire Fragrance Awards 2025 Winners

From vintage icons to new classics—these 16 scents will stand the test of time, according to our Marie Claire Fragrance Awards judges

Love Gourmands—or Can't get Enough of Florals? These are *the* Very Best Perfumes from Each Fragrance Family

From Candles to Body Mists—These are the 8 Lifestyle Picks that Impressed Our Judges Most at the Marie Claire Fragrance Awards

I Just Turned 30, and Have Breakouts for the First Time—3 Top Derms Explain How Skin Shifts From Your 20s to 30s

Salty, Fresh and the Essence of Summer—You Need to Smell This Little-Known, Boozy Fragrance Note

This Brand Has Released a New Shade of its Iconic Lipstick After 54 years, and I'm Obsessed—It's Actually a *Universally Flattering* Nude

I’ve Tested Over 18 Products to Get Rid of Stubborn KP—These are the Only Washes, Scrubs, and Lotions that have Worked, at All Price Points

I’ve Been on a Nail Health Journey for Six Months, and No Polish Range Has Lived up to Gel—Until Now

Four 'IT Girl' MUAs Told Me How to Do My Make-Up For Glastonbury—Here's the Lowdown

I Spent the Weekend Dancing to Charli XCX—But this Setting Spray Ensured My Make-Up Survived the Heat, Dust and Sweat

"If I Didn’t Buy So Much, I’d Save for a House”—Five Women on What They Really Spend on Beauty Each Year

Here's How All the French Girls Will Be Doing Their Make-Up this Summer—According to Paris' Chicest MUA

I’ve Never Given a Hair Masque 5 Stars, But This Deeply Nourishing Product has Levelled Up My Hair-Health Journey

Jane Fonda on Being a Tomboy, the Beauty Advice She Got from Katharine Hepburn, and Embracing Youth at 87

Is Your Sauna Obsession *Actually* Good for Your Skin?

Rosamund Pike on her Shape-Shifting Beauty Looks: “As an Actor, You Can Cheat Time”

The Purdey Bob Has Always Been Iconic—This Summer’s Updated Version Is Bold, Effortless, and So Chic

Hold Up, Kylie Jenner Just Dropped Her ‘Boob Job Order’—For The Girls

From Now, I Will Only Get Japanese Manicures—They Involve No Polish, and Literally Buff Nutrients into Your Nail Beds

Hands Down, I’ve Never Tried a Better Hair Product—This Non-Greasy, No-Wash Overnight Creme is *Skincare for Split Ends*

Our Beauty Editor Shares Her Least Glamorous, Most Budget-Friendly Holy Grail Products

Love Gourmands—or Can't get Enough of Florals? These are the Very Best Perfumes from Each Fragrance Family

This Brand Has Released a New Shade of its Iconic Lipstick After 54 years, and I'm Obsessed—It's Actually a Universally Flattering Nude

Is Your Sauna Obsession Actually Good for Your Skin?

Hands Down, I’ve Never Tried a Better Hair Product—This Non-Greasy, No-Wash Overnight Creme is Skincare for Split Ends