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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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Best hair diffuser for curly hair 2024: Maximise your style
Hair care

Treat your curly hair gently with the best diffusers to add bounce without damage

Best cream for puffy eyes 2024: Smooth out your under eyes
Skincare

Our pick of the best cream for puffy eyes, for a range of skin types and budgets

The best gel nail kits to buy in 2024
Nails

For the glossiest and longest-lasting DIY mani-pedi from the comfort of your own home, try one of these home gel nail kits for salon-quality

Best automatic hair curlers in 2024
Hair care

Achieve beautiful waves and curls with minimum effort using the best automatic hair curlers

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The best Dyson Airwrap alternatives to buy
Hair care

Want soft, natural-looking curls without having to pay hundreds for a Dyson Airwrap? We round up our favourite alternative curling tools

Give your feet some love with the best foot massagers
Health & beauty

Relax and refresh tired feet with our pick of the best foot massagers to use at home

The best hair treatment products for damaged hair in 2024
Hair care

Achieve shiny and healthier-looking locks with the best hair treatment for damaged hair

Best conditioner for dry hair: Get your locks looking shiny
Hair care

Give thirsty locks some love with the best conditioners for dry hair

Best products for frizzy hair: Tame that mane
Hair care

Wave goodbye to flyaways and bad hair days with the best products for fizzy hair

The best retinol creams and serums
Skincare

Revolutionise your skincare regime with the best retinol creams and serums for tackling skin problems from fine lines and dryness to acne