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Lise Smith

Lise is a freelance writer specialising in beauty, lifestyle, parenting and performing arts. Her dance reviews and features have appeared in online and print publications since 2007, and she was Youth Zone Editor at londondance.com from 2014-15. Lise also managed two local news sites for Associated Northcliffe Digital's localpeople.co.uk until the closure of the site in 2010. Following appearances in MacFormat, Tap! magazine, Computer Buyer, Den of Geek and PC Pro, Lise joined Expert Reviews in 2018.

Recent articles by Lise Smith

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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

The best straighteners for thick hair in 2024
Hair care

Struggling to tame your long, thick, frizzy or textured locks? We've got you covered with the best straighteners for thick hair

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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

Cloud Nine vs GHD straighteners: Which is best for my hair?
Hair care

Two giants in the heat styling market go head to head. So, which straighteners are best for your hair?

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

The best hair thickening products you can buy from £3
Hair care

Add volume and fullness to fine, limp and flyaway hair with our pick of the best hair-thickening products

The best hair dryers for fine hair
Hair care

Keep fine hair soft, shiny, and free from damage with these gentle hair dryers suitable for fine hair

Whip up shakes, smoothies and sauces with the best blenders
Blenders

Blitz soups, smoothies and sauces at home or on the go with our picks of the best blenders to buy in 2024

The best teeth whitening strips to buy
Dental care

Brighten up your smile from the comfort of your home with our pick of the best teeth whitening strips that are safe and effective

The best bikini trimmers you can buy
Hair care

Wave goodbye to unwanted hairs and razor burn with our pick of the best bikini trimmers we've tested