Lia Mappoura
Beauty Writer
Lia Mappoura (she/her) is the Beauty Writer at Cosmopolitan UK. Covering everything from viral celebrity hair and makeup news to the latest trend predictions, she’s an expert in recognising the season’s next big beauty look (before it ends up all over your social media feeds). You’ll usually find her putting TikTok’s recent beauty hacks to the Hype Test, challenging the gender-makeup binary and social stereotypes, or fangirling over the time Kourtney Kardashian viewed her Instagram Story (yes, it’s true). Find her also on LinkedIn.
Molly-Mae Hague Announces She’s Expecting Second Child With Tommy Fury in Adorable Video Featuring Bambi
Congratulations are in order!
I Was Skeptical of Lancôme’s 800 Percent Volume Claim…Until I Tried Their New Mascara
This new mascara claims to give lashes a literal lift—here’s the honest breakdown.
These Hair Color Tricks Make Fine Hair Look Thicker Instantly
Hair catfishing, but make it chic!
Hairstylists Reveal the Cuts and Styles That Make Thin Hair Look Fuller Instantly
Repeat after me: Layers are not the enemy!
Millie Bobby Brown Debuts an Ultra-Short Shaggy Bob, the Ultimate Haircut for Instant Volume and Texture
This may be the actor’s best ’do yet!
The “Tucked Bob” Is the Chic Styling Trick That Makes Fine Hair Look Thicker
And the best part? It literally takes 30 seconds.
Victoria Beckham's New Foundation Drops Smooth and Plump Skin While Covering Redness—Read My Full Review
It's so lightweight, it feels like I have nothing on.
15 Celebrity Hair Transformations From 2025 That You Definitely Didn’t See Coming
My next hair appointment will be copying one of these, trust.
The Maybelline Mascara Lineup That Beauty Editors Swear By
These cult-favorites lengthen, lift, and add volume without smudging.
The 4 Trendy Bob Haircuts Everyone Will Be Asking for in 2026
These are the short styles that are about to dominate the coming year.
7 Evening Perfumes That Linger Long After Midnight
No Irish exits allowed... from you or your perfume!
Blunt Bob Haircuts Are Everywhere—Here’s How to Know If One Will Actually Suit You
We asked a professional stylist for all the details.
The Best Ways to Style a Grown-Out Bob (Without Cutting It Short Again)
From soft waves to collarbone-grazing bends, these looks prove that a grown-out bob can be its own vibe and not just a phase to suffer through.
The 10 Best Musk Perfumes That Smell Super Understated but Luxe, According to Team Cosmo
Elevate your everyday scent with these skin-like perfumes.
Jo Malone’s Brand New Holiday Fragrance Is Luxury Aspen Winter Vibes, Bottled
Shop the limited edition scent now before it sells out
Advent Calendars Make the Best Gifts for Your Beauty-Loving Friends—We Found All the Best Ones
Our favorites start at $20.
Cloud Bob Haircut: The Ethereal Take on the Classic Bob—Here's How to Style It, Plus Inspo Pics
70% air, 30% product, 100% full of itself.
How to Make Your Perfume Last All Day, According to Fragrance Experts
From application tips to choosing the right formula, we've nailed scent longevity!
The “Boho Bob” Is a Low-Maintenance Cut That Adds Thickness to Fine Hair: 6 Styles to Flatter All Face Shapes
Texture and volume right this way...
9 Best November Nail Ideas for All Your Early Winter Manicures
We got all the cozy designs, from hot chocolate-inspired nails to striped sweater patterns.
The Feathered Bob Creates Natural Body And Lift For Fine Hair Types: 9 Styles To Try Now
The 70s are making a comeback.
How to Find The Perfect Eyebrow for Your Face Shape, According to a Brow Expert
Spoiler alert: it has nothing to do with brow "trends".
Meet the Korean 2-in-1 Bob: TikTok’s New Favorite Hair Transformation
Business at the jawline, party at the collarbone
5 Classic Mid-length Haircut Ideas and How to Style Them for Every Face Shape and Hair Texture
From the wolf cut to marquise layers.
Ready to Switch Up Your Hair Color? An Expert Colorists Explain How to Find the Best Shade for Your Skin Tone
We asked an expert colorist to share all their wisdom.
The ‘Power Pixie’ Is the Trending Haircut That Gives Volume and Lift —6 Styles to Try and How to Get the Look
Meryl Streep, Julia Garner and Florence Pugh are all fans of the style
Got Thin Hair? These Are The Three Styles to Avoid To Prevent Your Hair From Looking Even Thinner
Plus, the one style you should definitely try for extra volume and bounce.
Pamela Anderson’s New Ginger Shag Haircut Is a Shocking 70s Throwback
She looks unrecognizable!
8 Geometric Bob Haircut Ideas, Plus How to Style the Sleek 1960s Look for 2025
No maths involved!
The Bottleneck Bob Is the Flattering Cut That Adds Fullness to Hair: 6 Style Ideas to Try Now
It's similar to a shag, but much more wearable.
The ‘Wolf Haircut’ Is a Modern Take on the 70s Shag: 7 Style Ideas for Every Face Shape
Madonna, Miley Cyrus, and Billie Eilish have all rocked the look in recent months.
60s-Style Birkin Bangs Are Back on Trend—Here's How to Style Them, Plus All The Best Inspo Pics
Want to bring some shape, style, and fun back to your hair? Look no further...