
India Bottomley
India Bottomley is a health and beauty writer whose work has been published in the likes of Cosmopolitan, Forbes, and Dazed Magazine. A lifelong skincare aficionado, India has been writing research-led pieces on trending skincare, makeup, and cosmetic procedures since 2016. She takes particular interest in the growing connection between tech and beauty, and has had pieces on the topic published in American Healthcare Journal. When not writing she can be found exploring national parks or at the beach chasing sunsets.
Latest articles by India Bottomley

Are electric toothbrushes better than manual toothbrushes?
By India Bottomley last updated
REFERENCE Are electric toothbrushes better than manual brushes? We explore how to get the best results from our toothbrushes.

How to recover from injury
By India Bottomley published
Injuries can be tough to manage, whether caused by exercise or an accident. We’re going to unpack for you how to recover from injury

Do humidifiers help with dry skin?
By India Bottomley published
Reference How do humidifiers help with dry skin? And are they a good solution for keeping your skin healthy? We ask the experts

How to care for houseplants
By India Bottomley published
Reference From watering schedules to the perfect environment, here’s how to care for houseplants so they thrive

Is mouthwash necessary?
By India Bottomley published
Reference Is mouthwash necessary and what is the best way to use it? We’ve asked experts to weigh in on the topic

Which teeth come in first?
By India Bottomley published
REFERENCE Which teeth come in first? We look at what to expect when children are teething

Is teeth whitening safe?
By India Bottomley published
REFERENCE The pros and cons of teeth whitening

How to help your baby sleep better
By India Bottomley published
Reference Is your baby struggling to sleep? From feeding schedules to what creates the perfect sleeping environment, find out how to help your baby sleep better

9 teeth facts you probably didn't know
By India Bottomley published
REFERENCE Here are 9 teeth facts you probably didn't know, verified by dentists and compiled by Live Science.

Is fluoride good for your teeth?
By India Bottomley published
Reference Is fluoride good for your teeth, and why is it in so many dental products? We asked the experts.

How to floss your teeth
By India Bottomley published
REFERENCE Learn how to floss your teeth correctly.

What causes toothache?
By India Bottomley published
Reference We explore what causes toothache to get to the root of the discomfort experienced by many.
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