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Maria Del Russo

Maria Del Russo is a writer living in Manhattan. She regularly covers sex and relationships — specifically how the two impact culture, and how culture impacts the two. Her work has appeared in publications like The Cut, Glamour, The Lily, Man Repeller, The Coveteur, and Men's Health.

’70s Beauty Ruled Fashion Week, Because Disco Fever Is Contagious

From a beauty standpoint, there's always been a sort of fascination with '70s beauty trends. From the disco hair to the Farrah Fawcett waves, the gilded eye makeup to the gorgeously bronzed makeup hues, the hair and makeup has always been the stuff…
By Maria Del Russo

The Surprising Reason You Might Want To Skip Mascara Tomorrow Morning

Ask a makeup aficionado what their desert island product is; chances are you're going to hear them make the case for mascara. It's a product that many — myself included — cannot imagine skipping in the morning. I could have my concealer, my blush,…
By Maria Del Russo

The Fall 2019 Makeup Trends To Get Ahead Of Right This Second

The fall collections at New York Fashion Week tend to be a lesson in seasonal makeup. You typically have a good idea of what you're going to see backstage — jewel-tones, berry lips, and matte skin are all trends you would expect to see coming down…
By Maria Del Russo

The Best Gel Eyeliner Is One You Can't Buy Until June

Though graphic liner isn't always the look you'd go for on a daily basis, it is definitely a look that requires a certain level of confidence to pull off. Especially bold, black eyeliner. The trial and error that goes along with trying something new…
By Maria Del Russo

This Fashion Week Nail Art Trend Is Ridiculously Simple (And Chic)

Nail art aficionados tend to fall into one of two categories: those who adore elaborate designs, and then people like me. Personally, I love a good nail design but I wasn't blessed with a steady hand, or the patience to pretend like I have one. So I…
By Maria Del Russo

This Cool Pearl Nail Trend Proves That Everything Old Is New Again

Typically, pearls are more reminiscent of your grandmother's jewelry box... or perhaps Blair Waldorf's Upper East Side-friendly wardrobe. But at Adeam's Fall/Winter 2019 show on Feb. 9, the pearl nail art trend showed that the jewels can be just as…
By Maria Del Russo

Proof That Ponytails Aren't *Always* Boring, Straight From Cushnie & Linder

Ponytails have had a serious resurgence, thanks in large part to scrunchies, ribbons, and Ariana Grande. But there's always been something a little lackluster about the style. Sure, you can toss a hair accessory like a bow or a fun clip in it and…
By Maria Del Russo

52 Brilliant Beauty Products With Near-Perfect Amazon Reviews

Looking to stock your shelves with products that are almost too good to be true? Then Amazon is where it's at. The site is jam-packed with beauty products that you probably won't find on your drugstore shelf, but still garner near-perfect reviews…
By Maria Del Russo

53 Brilliant Beauty Products With Near-Perfect Amazon Reviews

Looking to stock your shelves with beauty products that are almost too good to be true? Then Amazon is where it's at. The site is jam-packed with hidden gems that you probably won't find on your drugstore shelf, but still garner near-perfect reviews…
By Maria Del Russo

46 Fascinating Korean Beauty Products With The Highest Reviews on Amazon

If you've been on the internet in the past few years, you've likely heard of Korean beauty. K-beauty emphasizes putting skin care first, particularly when it comes to hydration and maintaining a healthy "glow" — and they're constantly ahead of the…
By Maria Del Russo

55 Cult-Favorite Products On Amazon That Are Worthy Of Their 5-Star Ratings

If you click around on the internet, chances are you've come across a product that people herald as a cult-favorite. "This thing will change your life!" the reviews shout. "I don't know how I lived this long without it!" It's natural to have a…
By Maria Del Russo

40 Products On Amazon That Will Make You Look 10x More Put-Together

There are days when you have all of the time in the time in the world to make sure you look great. You wake up early, your skin is radiant, and you have plenty of time to do your hair and makeup. And then there are mornings where, no matter what you…
By Maria Del Russo

41 Under-The-Radar Beauty Products With Tons Of Near-Perfect Reviews On Amazon

There are certain beauty products that everyone knows about — your cult-favorites, if you will. They're the products that editors and consumers sing their praises for, that wind up in just about every single beauty roundup, and that celebrities wax…
By Maria Del Russo

42 Under-The-Radar Beauty Products With Tons Of Near-Perfect Reviews On Amazon

There are certain beauty products that everyone knows about — your cult-favorites, if you will. They're the products that editors and consumers sing their praises for, that wind up in just about every single beauty roundup, and that celebrities wax…
By Maria Del Russo