Urmi Pandit
Beauty Assistant
Beauty Assistant Urmi works across Cosmopolitan, ELLE, Harper's Bazaar, Red and Prima.
She fell into the world of beauty following a Masters in Magazine Journalism, and has been knee-deep in maximalist makeup, seasonal nail trends, and skincare myth-busting ever since. Both in and outside the office, she is best recognised by her signature red hair and elaborate set of acrylics.
Halo nails are trending for summer: 9 expensive-looking ideas for an elegant manicure upgrade
Nail art, but make it wearable...
āThe foolproof 5-minute makeup routine I swear by for rushed morningsā ā timed and tested with pics
In a time crunch? These tips, tricks and multitasking formulas create a full face with just five products
12 most flattering blue nail ideas that suit all skin tones, from elegant cobalt to glossy denim
Bookmark these for your next nail appointment!
Coral nails are trending for summer: 10 fresh, joyful ideas to inspire your next manicure
Bright, fresh and endlessly wearable!
The 'beehive bob' is the trending haircut that gives heaps of volume ā 4 style ideas for every hair type
Call it retro, but wearable!
5 low-maintenance nail ideas that are chic and stretch time between manicures ā from soap nails to ombrĆ© BIAB
Think glossy neutrals and rounded shapes
Directional striped dresses are springās most flattering print and Zara's Ā£30 throw-on design nails the trend
Make way, polka dots!
The 'half-moon' nail trend is the new French manicure: 7 elegant ideas to try this spring
Take a classic and put it in reverse...
10 squoval nail ideas to try for an elegant spring update ā from glossy gels to decorative BIAB
Classy shapes meet sophisticated designs!
5 best retinol alternatives for sensitive skin that smooth fine lines and reduce wrinkles with zero irritation
Gentler ingredients, but impressive results!
Glossy pink nails are trending for spring: 6 elegant designs to try, from ballet slippers to pearly rose
Blushed tones and romantic hues are officially in!
This new volume spray instantly boosts lift and body in fine and thin hair ā and it's now only Ā£6.50 at Boots
Dare I say itās replaced my high-end favourites?
6 best sage perfumes ā spring's most elegant note is crisp, uplifting and will last all day
Your springtime spritz, sorted
6 best short celebrity hairstyles to try this spring for every hair type - from the trixie to the curved bob
Seasonal update, activated!
Primarkās new K-Beauty range delivers smoother, more hydrated skin overnight for just Ā£5 ā tried and tested
Glass skin, this way!
6 best lightweight hair masks for fine and thin hair that hydrate and boost shine without weighing it down
Get healthier hair without the heaviness!
"They last 4 weeks": The stylish Ā£7 press-on nails that will replace your monthly manicures, tried and tested
Aura nails in 10 minutes? Say no more
These Ā£16 chilli-infused lip plumpers will give you a fuller, juicier pout ā tested with pics
The new Sephora x Tabasco collab has us looking hotter than ever!
M&S's Ā£4 hair wash duo will make you stop buying expensive shampoo and conditioner for good
The supermarket range has taken āHairTokā by storm
The curved bob is a flattering haircut that works for every face shape: How to recreate the face-framing style
This face-framing style embodies sophistication with minimal effort
9 of the best celebrity hair transformations of 2025: from flippy bobs to spiky pixies
From major chops to drastic new colours, these celebs have been bringing the drama!
These Primark perfumes smell so much like designer fragrances, no one will believe they cost Ā£5
Feeling smug because getting change from a tenner in a beauty aisle is rare...
8 best shampoos for dyed hair that protect against colour fade and enhance vibrancy ā tried and tested
Give your colour a glow-up!
Dry skin? 9 easy skincare swaps to make for winter, based on your skin type
From ultra-hydrating ingredients to strategic applicationā¦
5 easy ways to boost volume in fine or thinning hair: Strategic styling and 10-second hacks for maximum body
For when you need a little extra 'oomph'!
7 best skin scents ā the clean, fresh perfumes that will bag you loads of compliments, starting from Ā£13
Think your skin, but better!
30 autumn nail designs that are perfect for the 2025 season
They'll certainly elevate your pumpkin spice latte pics ššš¤
Introducing: The Cosmopolitan Summer Beauty Awards 2025
We tested products across skin, hair, makeup and body to find out what deserves a space in your suitcase, whether youāre staycaying or vacay boundā¦
