Charlotte Bitmead
Former Senior Beauty Writer
Charlotte Bitmead (she/her) is the Senior Beauty Writer at Cosmopolitan UK. She has over six years experience writing about beauty and has previously written for ELLE and The Sunday Times Style, covering everything from politics to sustainability to inclusivity within the beauty industry. When she’s not writing in-depth features, testing out the newest skincare fad or trying to decide what nail art to get, you can find her overspending in bookshops or shouting at Arsenal matches. Find her on LinkedIn
Here's Why You're Bloated And How To Take Care Of It
Diet, PMS, stress... there are a multitude of culprits behind the dreaded bloated belly. Here's how to avoid, and fix, that bloat every time.
Amanda Seyfried Is A Vision With Silver Hair
The actor has also debuted a new pixie crop.
Hailey Bieber Just Debuted Her Most Daring Nail Art To Date
These radioactive nails are a far cry away from her 'glazed donut' days
Bella Hadid Reveals Major Hair Transformation With A Bleached Blonde Micro-Bob
Hi Barbie!
Jennifer Lopez Just Debuted A Micro-Bob At Paris Haute Couture Fashion Week
Prepare for the micro-bob to be everywhere...
Ceramides - Everything You Need To Know About The Skincare Hero
Turns out they're very important, but especially at this time of year
Riley Keough Just Traded Her Signature Auburn Hair For A Jet-Black Hairstyle
The Daisy Jones and The Six actor looks so different.
Jodie Comer Just Debuted A New Nineties-Inspired Haircut
It seems the 'Rachel Green' hairstyle served as inspiration.
Adele Is Completely Unrecognisable With New Jet-black Hair
We've never seen her hair this dark before...
Ever Wondered What Bella Hadid Would Look Like With No Hair? Well, Now We Know...
Bella Had-hair (sorry)
Adele Debuts New Curtain Bangs Haircut
Yep, she's returned to her 2008 hair (sort of).
Angelina Jolie Has Ditched Her Signature Dark Lengths And Undergone A Blonde Hair Transformation
Angelina has officially entered her Barbiecore era.
Jennifer Garner Debuts New Pastel Pink Boyfriend Bob Hair Transformation
This candyfloss hair transformation is impeccable.
Jennifer Garner Just Wore Post-Shower Wet Hair On The Red Carpet And It's *Such* A Vibe
She's just like us, people.
Julia Roberts Debuts Newly Cut Full Fringe Haircut
We can't get enough of this new look.
Jennifer Lopez Just Showed Off Her New Short ‘Lob’ Haircut
It's giving us Old Hollywood vibes
The Best Hair Curling Tools, Tongs, Wands And Rollers
What's the best tool to curl your hair with? The ELLE team tested every tong, wand and rollers both hot and cold to find out...
Microneedling - Everything You Need To Know About The Skincare Treatment
Those tiny needles go a long way.
The Best Heated Rollers For Larger-Than-Life Curls
Here's how to achieve Beyoncé-esque full-bodied curls.
Sara Sampaio On Mental Health In Lockdown, Body Insecurities And The Facial She Won't Be Trying Again
'I put on weight during quarantine and my boobs grew and I was like this is great!'
9 Of The Best Menstrual Cups For A Zero-Waste Period
Ditch disposable tampons and pads for good with the help of these eco alternatives.
14 Of The Best Beauty Apps: From Checking UV Damage To At-Home Skincare Advice
Learn from the pros in the comfort of your own home.
Ashley Graham On Hoarding Beauty Products And Loving Her Body After Giving Birth
'I definitely heard like "Oh, if you breastfeed the weight just falls off" and it’s bulls*it, it really is.'
Lucy Boynton On De-Puffing Face Rollers, Blue Mascara And Being A Bath Person
'The Politician' star's beauty routine is surprisingly affordable.
Everything You Need To Know About SS21's 'That's So 90s' Beauty Trend
Edible jewellery optional.
Everything You Need To Know About Alicia Keys' Lifestyle Beauty Brand 'Keys Soulcare'
So we can finally get that Alicia Keys glow.
How To Create An At-Home Spa Experience In Your Own Bathroom
Unwinding has never been easier.
Everything You Need To Know About AW20's Fresh-Faced Beauty Trend
Because the beginning of the year is the perfect time to get your beauty routine in order.
Alexa Chung On Idiot-Proof Beauty And The Self-Care Lessons She's Learnt From 'Queer Eye'
The British fashion designer and presenter on her minimalist approach to beauty.
Barbie Ferreira On Kooky LA Wellness Rituals And The Joy Of Playing With Make-Up
The Euphoria star really knows her make-up.
Beauty And The Ballot: The Era Beauty Became Political
Political unrest and government dismissal is spurring on the beauty industry more than ever before.
Everything You Need To Know About AW20's Return To Splendour Beauty Trend
It's the golden age of Hollywood 2.0.
