Jess West, Lead Editor

Jess West, Lead Editor

Jess West is the Lead Editor at HomeWise Review and has a special passion for hair and beauty. She loves finding products that help women feel put together, confident, and cared for, even on busy days when life feels anything but polished. Her editorial style is grounded in practicality, clear research, and a focus on what works in real homes, not just in marketing copy. As a wife and mom of two, Jess brings a family-first perspective to every review, with a strong interest in beauty products that deliver real value, simple routines, and results you can actually notice.

Sulfate- and Paraben-Free Shampoos Worth Trying

Best Shampoos Free of Sulfates and Parabens

Gentle cleansing that actually gets hair clean Switching from classic SLS/SLES shampoos can feel odd at first: less foam, more slip, sometimes “greasy by day two”. The fix isn’t piling on product — it’s choosing the right formula for your scalp + hair type and emulsifying with water. These three bottles cover most needs: sensitive […]

Stain-Rescue Decision Tree – Quick Steps and Tips

Stain-Rescue Decision Tree

Stain-Rescue Made Simple Fast, Safe Fixes for 40+ Stains Master quick, effective steps to tackle common stains and keep fabrics fresh without damage or set-in marks. Spills happen. Coffee on a blouse, grass on school trousers, pen on the sofa. The trick is knowing what to do in the first minute so you don’t set […]

Cover-Up Makeup for Scars (Face & Body)

Cover-Up Makeup for Scars

Scars aren’t all the same. Flat/colour scars often just need tone correction and a thin layer of coverage. Indented (atrophic) scars need texture softening + diffusion so they don’t catch the light. Raised/hypertrophic or keloid scars dislike heavy layers—thin, flexible coverage set well is your friend. What works best: a quick corrector to neutralise colour, […]

Face Sunscreens for Acne-Prone Skin That Won’t Grease or Break Out

Best Face Sunscreen for Acne-Prone Skin

If you’ve ever skipped sunscreen because it felt heavy or made you break out, good news: modern formulas can be light, shine-controlled, and breakout-friendly. The trick is picking alcohol/fragrance-light lotions or gels that set quickly, don’t clog, and still hit broad-spectrum SPF 30–50. What to look for (fast): oil-free or non-comedogenic claims, broad-spectrum, lightweight gel/gel-cream […]

Heat Protectants for Fine Hair: Shield Without Weight

Best Heat Protectant for Fine Hair

Lightweight, fast-dry protection Living Proof Perfect hair Day Heat Styling Spray Feather-light mist shields fine hair up to 450°F without residue, reducing snags and making styling smoother. Check Price on Amazon We may earn a small referral fee Looking for a budget alternative? TRESemmé Thermal Creations Heat Tamer Fine hair can look sleek and glossy […]