If, like us, you've been hooked on season three of The Traitors, you might have been lusting over Claudia Winkleman's excellent outfits or wondering just how she gets her luscious locks so shiny.
It's safe to say we are obsessed with Claudia's style. The iconic presenter always appears effortlessly glam every time we see her on our screens, whether she's teaming up with Tess Daly on Strictly Come Dancing, or delivering the drama on The Traitors. As we tune in to the hit BBC One series for our latest fix of round table drama in the stunning Scottish Highlands, we've also been desperate to know the beauty products that Claudia can't live without. Famed for her smokey eye looks, love of fake tan and trademark fringe, Claudia delivers sophisticated, cool vibes with ease.
Luckily for us, we've got all the deets you need to recreate Claudia's look, including Claudia's secret to glossy hair, which we're adding to our baskets immediately. In an interview with Grazia, the 52-year-old broadcaster shared just what she uses to get her fringe looking so fabulous, and we're so here for it.
Believe it or not, the key to Claudia's shiny hair is also just £5, so we can all get glossy, healthy hair for less. Keep reading to find out Claudia's tips for getting the hair of your dreams, and the makeup you need for the ultimate glam look. Shiny hair, incoming.
SHOP: Claudia's beauty products
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When it comes to shampoo, there's only one brand Claudia's reaching for. As an ambassador for Head & Shoulders, she uses the Head & Shoulders Supreme Purify and Volume Shampoo, £5 to keep her locks looking luscious. Claudia said: "My hair is doing well, and it's mostly because of Head & Shoulders, and I'm not just saying that.
"I've always used it and I love it. It doesn't make my hair flyaway (that's one of my least favourite words). I comb the conditioner through too. Don’t leave it in for too long though, we’re not lunatics. It doesn’t weigh my hair down, it gives it oomph. If I’m feeling really fancy I might brush it when it’s wet. Then I forget about it, it just sort of sorts itself out."
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Another shampoo that Claudia has been known to love is the Head & Shoulders Deep Cleanse, a perfect choice for squeaky clean hair.
She added: "My haircare routine hasn't changed since I was two. I don't know what my mum used on me before then, but basically, I'm in love with Head & Shoulders. I love my hair being clean, clean. I want it to squeak at the ends when I've finished washing the shampoo out, I want my hair to sing!"
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Claudia previously told us that she loves Essie nail polishes, with the brand having also been loved by Kate Middleton. Claudia revealed that she loves gorgeous coral shades on her nails, and we have to agree.
She said: "I love Essie coral shades. I give my 14-year-old a KitKat and she paints my nails for me, I get fed up after three fingers."
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For bronzer, Claudia is a fan of Charlotte Tilbury's iconic matte bronzer, perfect for contouring and giving your skin a sun-kissed glow.
Claudia explained: "I love Charlotte Tilbury bronzer, it makes me look like I've spent a month on a barge in bright sunshine, which is the dream."
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Claudia's go-to scent is YSL Opium, a spicy and floral fragrance that combines rich spices, lush florals, and deep wood notes.
"There's only ever one perfume for me... YSL Opium, smells of naughtiness and a modicum of filth. It makes me want to down tequila shots and dance on tables."
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Claudia's favourite lipstick is a gorgeous nude from MAC. Explaining just how much she loves the shade Fleshpot, Claudia told Grazia: "Lipstick-wise, I love MAC Cosmetics Lipstick in Fleshpot. I'll never use anything else. If they discontinue it I will go to their factory, lie on the floor there and cry."
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For skincare, Claudia loves Eve Lom and Aesop products. She said: "I barely take my makeup off really, so the list is short. I love Eve Lom products, I buy those from Space NK. I love their oil cleanser. I love Aesop too, everything smells delicious."
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Claudia has previously told Grazia that she's a fan of Vieve, which is owned by Scottish makeup artist and content creator, Jamie Genevieve. Claudia revealed that she loves the brand's Eye Wand eyeshadow sticks in the shades Espresso and Raven.
"My favourite shop is Space NK. It’s magical, and even if you don’t buy anything, it’s lovely for just wandering round. A brand I’ve recently discovered is Vieve. I love the Vieve Eye Wand in Espresso and the Vieve Eye Wand in Raven."
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Like us, Claudia is a big fan of Charlotte Tilbury's dreamy products. On the eyes, she loves Charlotte's Luxury Palette in The Rock Chick, a quartet of grey and charcoal shades which is perfect for nailing a smokey eye look.
"I also have to say Charlotte Tilbury – everything Charlotte touches is gold. I adore the Charlotte Tilbury Luxury Palette, The Rock Chick for creating a smouldering eye look and the Charlotte Tilbury Hot Lips Lipstick in Kim K.W makes for the perfect blend between nude and pale pink. Both are always in my makeup bag."
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Another product that can always be found in Claudia's makeup bag, this stunning nude shade is ideal for an everyday lip colour.
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These easy-to-use self-tanning pads are a staple in Claudia's fake tanning routine. You simply apply the pad on clean, dry skin and enjoy natural, streak-free results in three hours. We're sold.
Claudia said: "The love of my life is the Dr. Dennis Gross Alpha Beta Glow Pads. Anyone who has not tried them needs to immediately go and buy them – one swipe and you will faint and openly weep. And we all know I like to be orange. But trust me when I say it won’t make you orange – just a sweep will make it look like you’ve eaten outside on a sunny day. They're amazing. For my body, an amazing woman called Sophia comes to my house to spray me. But if I’m doing it myself then I’ll put on Dove, Johnson’s or Utan and hope for the best. To say that I am ramshackle in my application would be a massive understatement."
Claudia Winkleman beauty FAQs
How does Claudia get her hair so shiny?
Claudia is a long-time fan of Head & Shoulders, giving her hair a deep clean with shampoo before combing conditioner through - which she doesn't leave in too long. Speaking to Grazia, Claudia emphasised the importance of conditioner as she said: "I feel like things have suddenly got quite serious when I start to condition. I comb it through my hair with a wide tooth comb before rinsing it out."
Regular haircuts are important, too. Claudia has said that she usually gets a trim once every two months.
How to cut a fringe like Claudia Winkleman?
Claudia's fringe is iconic, so if you're thinking of trying out a fringe yourself, there's no better person to take advice from than the much-loved presenter herself. Sharing her fringe tips with Grazia, Claudia recommended opting for a statement fringe and not getting it cut too often.
She said: "The most important thing for me, when it comes to getting a fringe, is to not go for an apologetic one. I don't want anything whispy. I need a fringe that has weight to it, that begins all the way at the back. For someone with a fringe like mine, I'd advise not cutting it too much. I love my hairdresser."
How does Claudia Winkleman do her eye makeup?
Claudia loves a statement smokey eye, so if you're looking to recreate her look yourself, don't scrimp on the eyeliner. A kohl eyeliner enthusiast, Claudia has shared her love for pencils from Lord & Berry, Rimmel and Charlotte Tilbury. Claudia has also revealed that she is a fan of Charlotte Tilbury's Luxury Palette in Rock Chick, which includes a quartet of grey, charcoal and silver eyeshadows.
Charlotte Roszko is the Deputy Commercial Content Editor for heat and Closer, where she assists with listicles, product guides and reviews across a range of topics including fashion, beauty and home. She loves all things shopping and is always on the lookout for the latest trending product or must-have item.