Tomi Otekunrin

Tomi Otekunrin is a freelance writer and creative based in London, with work published on Huffington Post, Glamour, Nike, and Hypebae, among others. She has a particular passion for storytelling and creating platforms for people to share their diverse and unique perspectives and experiences. Tomi loves Beyoncé, sports and glitter, in that order.

When she's not fiddling with a Google Doc, she's listening to podcasts — The Read is a must-listen. Or she's vigorously applying peppermint oil to her temples because adulting is hard work! Yes, Tomi is a virgo.

You can follow Tomi on Twitter at @tomiposts and on Instagram at @tomiwrites.

Beauty

An Honest Review Of Kindia Beauty’s Aura Bounce Hydrogel Mask

It’s iridescent, biodegradable, and so easy to use.

By Tomi Otekunrin

Beauty Roots

Gabar Is Rooted In Rituals, Slowness, & Intentionality

Founders Phway Su Aye & Susan Wai Hnin on betting on themselves and putting Myanmar on the beauty map.

By Tomi Otekunrin

Beauty

BYOMA’s Latest Launch Is Taking SPF To A Whole New Level

Plus, five other beauty launches to note this week.

By Tomi Otekunrin

Beauty

Kosas Just Landed In The UK – & You Can Shop It IRL

Plus, five other beauty launches to note this week.

By Tomi Otekunrin

Beauty Roots

Emolyne Will Make You Feel Like Your Most Polished Self

Founder Emolyne Ramlov on how her Ugandan heritage and Danish upbringing inspired her brand.

By Tomi Otekunrin

Beauty

Sundae Is *Finally* Available In The UK

Plus, five other beauty launches to note this week.

By Tomi Otekunrin

Beauty

Chantecaille's New Collection Will Put A Spring In Your Step

Plus, five other beauty launches to note this week.

By Tomi Otekunrin

Beauty

Cult Beauty Brand MERIT Is Finally Available In The UK

Plus, five other beauty launches to note this week.

By Tomi Otekunrin

Beauty

TikTok’s Darling Skincare Brand Just Launched A Haircare Range

Plus, five other beauty launches to note this week.

By Tomi Otekunrin

Beauty

Charlotte Tilbury's New Blush Wand Is Already A TikTok Fave

Plus, five new beauty launches to get excited about this week.

By Tomi Otekunrin

Beauty

A Reminder Of Bourjois’ Best Buys Now That The Cult Brand Is Back In The UK

All hail the return of the Little Round Pot Blusher!

By Tomi Otekunrin

Celebrity Style

The Secret Behind Ncuti Gatwa's Glowing Skin

'Sex Education' hair and makeup designer Emily Bilverstone spills the (beauty) tea.

By Tomi Otekunrin

Beauty

Jodie Comer's “Kitchen Cut” Is The Must-Have Hairstyle Of The Summer

There's bobs, then there's a Sam McKnight bob.

By Tomi Otekunrin

Beauty

Selena Gomez’s New Beauty Drop Is About To Be On Everyone’s Lips – Literally

Plus, seven new beauty launches to get excited about this week.

By Tomi Otekunrin

Beauty

Laura Whitmore’s New Look Is Giving Barbiecore

Here’s 5 DIY dyes to try now.

By Tomi Otekunrin

Beauty

'Stranger Things’ Natalia Dyer Has A Genius Hack For Taming Her Fringe

Plus, five other beauty secrets she lives by IRL.

By Tomi Otekunrin

Beauty

Yes, You Can Buy Off-White’s New Beauty Range In The UK

But it will cost you.

By Tomi Otekunrin

Beauty

Glossier’s New Olivia Rodrigo Campaign Is Giving ‘90s Groovy Chick

Plus, seven new beauty launches to look out for this week.

By Tomi Otekunrin

Beauty

Aesop's Queer Library Is Open

Celebrating 50 years of UK Pride with 50 powerful books.

By Tomi Otekunrin

Beauty

Megan Fox’s New Makeover Is Giving Real Life Barbie

Hot Girl Summer officially requires pink highlights.

By Tomi Otekunrin