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Sarah Matthews

Sarah is a senior staff writer and has worked at Expert Reviews since 2021. Alongside testing and reviewing heaps of health and beauty tech, she has completed the SCS Introduction to Cosmetic Science course. This equips her with a comprehensive understanding of cosmetic formulation, which means she’s great at separating the wheat from the chaff in hair care, skincare and dental care.

Recent articles by Sarah Matthews

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The best hair straighteners to buy in 2024
Hair care

Looking for smooth, sleek, straight hair? These are the best hair straighteners available right now, according to our tests

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Best hair dryer 2024: Tested favourites for all hair types
Hair care

No matter your hair type or budget, these are the best hair dryers you can buy, based on our thorough testing

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The best IPL and laser hair removal machines to buy in 2024
Beauty

We've tested the best IPL and laser hair removal machines that can remove unwanted hairs for good at home – these are our top picks

BaByliss 3Q hair dryer: straightforward, sleek styling
Hair care

If you want a quality hair dryer that’s surprisingly powerful and leaves hair dry in record time, the BaByliss 3Q is the model for you

£125 Inc VAT
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The 7 best electric toothbrushes 2024
Dental care

Looking to upgrade to the best electric toothbrush or replace your old brush? We’ve tested 30 options to help you get a cleaner smile

The best curling wands and tongs
Hair care

Whatever your hair type, the best curling wands and tongs create curls and loose waves with ease. Here are our tried and tested favourites

Black Friday Nespresso deals: Save BIG on coffee pod machine
Coffee machines

Fancy upgrading your morning coffee? Keep things simple with these Nespresso machines and pods, going cheap for Black Friday

The best John Lewis deals this Black Friday
Technology

From Google Pixel smartphones to Dyson vacuums to LEGO sets, these are John Lewis’ best Black Friday deals, according to our experts

Black Friday deal: Philips Lumea 8000
Health & beauty

I’ve tested heaps of IPL machines – this versatile model is the best for most people and it’s going cheap in the Black Friday sales

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Why I regret buying a cheap dehumidifier for my damp flat
Dehumidifiers

An old, badly ventilated home is a recipe for dampness. My bargain dehumidifier doesn’t touch the sides of the problem