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Lydia Mansi

Lifestyle Editor

Lydia is an all-round lifestyle guru, tireless champion of women in business and our resident expert on beauty.

Lydia is an ex-London magazine editor (Grove, The Resident) turned creative brand consultant, who decamped from West London back to the wilds of Devon to rear her two boys, Enid Blyton style. A self-confessed ‘wanderlust writer with a hippie heart’, she is happiest on the move, camera in hand.

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A Fragrant History: The Perfumes That Changed Everything

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A Taste Of Cornwall: 15 Foodie Destinations Worth The Drive

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Reviewed: Boringdon Hall, Plymouth

Things To Do In Devon And Cornwall

Dates For The Diary: 12 Things To Do In Devon And Cornwall This November

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Melt Down: 15 Cleansing Oils Our Beauty Editor Rates

Cult Beauty The Gift Of Colour Edit

Beauty Spot: 12 Buys On Our Beauty Editor’s Christmas Wishlist

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Beauty Radar: 7 New Finds Worth Knowing About

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Dates For The Diary: 10 Things To Do In Devon & Cornwall This October

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Chapter & Verse: 12 Of The Best Independent Bookshops In Devon And Cornwall

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New Term, New Shelf: 15 New Beauty Launches

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All Rise: 12 Of The Best Bakeries In Devon

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Soft Focus: 12 Velvet-Matte Make-Up Buys For Autumn's Undone Face

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The In-Betweeners: 15 Great Transitional Coats To Wear Now

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No Regrets: 9 Luxury Beauty Buys Worth The Splurge

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Perfect Pints: 7 Of The Best Pubs In Devon

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Scents Of The Season: 9 New Fragrances For Autumn

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Face Value: How Face Cupping Works, And The £5 Tool I've Added To My Routine

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Root Cause: 7 Scalp-Care Buys For Healthier, Fuller-Looking Hair

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Things To Do In Devon And Cornwall This September

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Body Conscious: 9 Bodycare Buys To Repair Skin After Summer

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Made In The South-West: 6 Interiors & Homeware Brands We Love

Take A Hike: 9 Pieces For A Stylish Walking Holiday

Take A Hike: 9 Pieces For A Stylish Walking Holiday

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Liquid Gold: The Summer Body Oils That Smell As Good As They Look

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Just Landed: 12 M&S New-In Pieces We’re Adding To Basket

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Thirst Trap: Skin-Quenching Skincare To See You Through The Heatwave

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The £100 Haul: The Beauty Edition

Made In The South West: 9 Devon & Cornwall Beauty Brands We Love

Made In The South West: 9 Devon & Cornwall Beauty Brands We Love

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Beauty Spot: 7 Beauty Products I’m Buying On Repeat Right Now

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Air Apparent: 12 Cooling Muslin Buys For Summer

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The Eyelet Effect: Why Broderie Anglaise Is This Summer's Best Investment

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Dates For The Diary: 12 Things To Do In Devon And Cornwall This July

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Summer Scented: The Candles We'll Be Lighting All Season

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Bronze Age: 9 Bronzers Our Beauty Editor Rates

Summer Lingerie

The Knicker Drawer Refresh: Summer Lingerie We Love

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Hot Stuff: 12 Of The Best Saunas In Devon And Cornwall

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Scribble Sticks: 12 Make-Up Crayons That Make Application Foolproof

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Skirt Around: 12 Floaty Maxi Skirts To Carry You Through Summer

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Dates For Your Diary: 9 Brilliant Things To Do In Devon & Cornwall This June

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9 Of The Best Hotels In Devon & Cornwall With Sea Views

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Glow Getter: The May Beauty Launches Our Editor Is Adding To Cart

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The 9 SPF Mists That Protect, Without Messing Up Your Make-Up

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Saltwater Society: Devon & Cornwall’s Best Sea Pools & Lidos

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Reviewed: Longueville Manor, Jersey

Face Time: A Step-By-Step Guide To Face Yoga’s Natural Lift

Face Time: A Step-By-Step Guide To Face Yoga’s Natural Lift

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The Glow Up: Modern Bridal Beauty That Actually Looks Like You

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Ten Beauty Minis I Always Pack When Travelling

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Love Story: How To Get Carolyn Bessette’s 90s Beauty Look In 2026

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In The Jeans: 5 Denim Trends For Spring

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Beauty Split: Six Buys Worth The Spend (& The Save)

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The Make-Up Edit For Mature Skin: Why The Rules Have Changed

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Butter Me Up: 25 New Buys In Spring’s Hottest Hue

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Rice Is Nice: Why This Ancient Ingredient Is Having A Modern Moment

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Tea Time: 12 Tea-Inspired Fragrances For Spring

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Off-Duty Essentials: 15 Spring Sweatshirts To Refresh Your Wardrobe, From £18

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Move Over Retinol: Spring Is The Season To Try A Gentler Alternative

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12 Thoughtful Dog Buys Every New Rescue Owner Should Know About

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The £30-And-Under Spring Refresh: 11 Beauty Buys That Won't Break The Bank

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Fresh Face: 7 Makeup Trends Set To Define SS26

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Beauty Spot: 7 Beauty Discoveries I’m Loving This Month

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No Sweat: 15 Cool Spring Workout Buys

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Pack A Punch: The Best Luggage Buys For Every Trip

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15 Beauty Buys Our Beauty Editor Is Still Investing In After 20 Years

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Ancient Wisdom, Modern Glow: 9 Ayurvedic Beauty Buys Worth Knowing

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Spring Spritz: 9 ‘Fresh Linen’ Style Scents For Crisp Spring Dressing

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Reviewed: Nipa Thai, Royal Lancaster Hotel

Date Night Make Up Buys

Hot To Go: 15 Make-Up Buys For Date Night

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New Beauty Launches We’re Super Excited For This February

Cult Beauty Buys For February 2026

What’s In Our Beauty Editor’s Cult Beauty Basket This Month

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Breakfasts Of Champions: 7 Of The Best Breakfast Spots In Devon & Cornwall

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The Whole Nine Yards: Everything You Need For An Everything Shower To Reset The Week

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Why Azelaic Acid Is 2026’s Beauty Buzzword (& How to Use It)

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9 Perfect South-West Wedding Venues

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7 Things I Will Be Repurchasing From My Liberty Advent Calendar

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9 Beauty Products Getting Me Through The Depths Of Winter

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The Health Tech That’s Actually Helping Us Switch Off This January

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How To Detox Your Make-Up Bag This January

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The Aesthetic Treatment Trends Shaping 2026

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5 Winter Beauty Woes And How To Fix Them

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Reviewed: Hotel Granbaita, Selva Val Gardena, Dolomites

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7 Of The Best Vegan Supplements If You’re Going Plant-Based This Year

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In With The New! Meet The 2026 Launches Our Beauty Editor Is Excited For

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Thinning Hair? 12 Power Products That Actually Make A Difference

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The Best Last-Minute Beauty Gifts To Buy Now

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A Vegan Christmas: 9 Plant-Based Recipes To Savour

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Reviewed: Adler Lodge Ritten, The Dolomites

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Your Ultimate Edit Of 12 Chic, High-Impact Hair Heroes For Party Season

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15 Of The Best Beauty Stocking Fillers Under £15

Xmas Beauty Gift Sets 2025

This Year’s Most Covetable Beauty Collections

The Ultimate Grooming Box

Our Beauty Editor’s Hot Picks For Black Friday

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7 Seaside Stays In Devon & Cornwall For A Seasonal Escape

Beauty Buys For Home Spa

At-Home Beauty Buys For Cosy Nights In

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7 Cabins To Hibernate In This Winter

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7 Beauty Gifts Our Editor Is Buying Friends & Family This Christmas

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Drop It Like It's Hot: 9 New Beauty Launches

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These Korean Beauty Brands Are The Ones To Know If You Want Flawless Skin

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Berry Nice: 12 Berry Beauty Hues For Pretty Autumn Looks

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9 Thoughtful Touches Every Guest Bedroom Needs

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How To Wash Your Hair Less

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7 Bedside Beauty Buys On Our Beauty Editor’s Night Stand

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