
Ariel Baker
Ariel Baker is the Beauty Writer at Marie Claire. Previously the associate beauty editor at PS and briefly freelance, she has bylines in InStyle, Forbes Vetted, Women's Health, and more.
Since she started out in the non-profit sector, Ariel enjoys looking at beauty from a sociocultural lens, looking to avenues like politics, music, and the arts, to inform her views on the space. That being said, as a true beauty-product obsessive, testing the latest items to hit the market, keeping up with trends, and meeting industry icons, will always be her favorite part of working in the beauty space.
When she's not working, Ariel can be found hanging out with her fiancé and loving on their two cat daughters: Cow and Chicken.
Latest articles by Ariel Baker
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I Tried Every Single Hourglass Cosmetics Product—These 10 Are Worth Buying
My skin has never looked so flawless.
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This “Scary” Blush Color Is About to Be Your New Go-To
Red is the new pink.
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My 4B Hair Has Never Looked So Bouncy and Healthy—And It's All Thanks to This Under-$20 Mask
It brought my dry curls back to life.
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I Never Thought This "Old Lady" Fragrance Note Would Be My New Spring Perfume Obsession
Consider me corrected.
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The Hottest Person You Know Is Probably Wearing This Unusual Perfume for Spring
The season’s new signature scent.
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Elle Fanning's Oscars Glam Is Fit for a Princess
One of the best beauty moments of the night, hands down.
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This $79 Gadget Makes My Apartment Smell Like a Luxe Hotel
A scented oasis is possible.
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I Skipped My $300 Facial In Favor of This $16 Toner and My Skin Is Absolutely Glowing
Say goodbye to that dull, textured complexion.
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The Under-$10 Extensions That Give Me Fluttery, Voluminous Lashes
Fake eyelashes are the secret to an elite makeup look.
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My Secret to an Elite Scent Stack Costs Less Than $30
Moisturized and I smell like a snack? Yes, please.
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My Skin Prep Is Now Just One Step Thanks to the New Danessa Myricks Plumping Serum
She continues to raise the bar.
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Scented Body Oils Are Helping Me Step Up My Self-Care Game
I smell good. I’m glowy. I’m at peace.
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I Just Found the Best Nude Lipstick of All Time—And It's Under-$15
Time for a refresh.
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My Fragrance Layering Combo Lasts 10 Times Longer When I Use This Underrated Note
Patchouli princesses, now's the time to shine.
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Spring's Most Underrated Fragrance Note Will Transform Your Perfume Collection
It layers so well, too.
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This Is My Beauty Editor Secret to Finding the Perfect Layering Combination—Without Blowing Your Budget
Save your coin, scent your life.
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Emily Didonato’s Best Beauty Tip? "Keep It Simple Stupid"
Iconic.
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So Long, Sebum—These Setting Powders Are Keeping My Oily Skin at Bay
A must-have in anyone’s makeup bag.
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This $18 Peel-Off Face Mask Is My Secret Weapon for Glass Skin
Plus, a hack for making it even more effective.
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The Best 2026 Perfumes Don’t Follow the Usual Playbook—They Rewrite It
Goodbye signature scents, hello "scent wardrobes."
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Soft, Silky Skin Is My Underrated Secret to a Super Sexy Valentine’s Day
Enjoy responsibly.
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Perfume Milks Are About to Be the Hottest Fragrance Trend of 2026
Your new obsession awaits.
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My Secret to Chiseled Cheekbones Takes Less Than 10 Seconds
The lazy girl glow hack.
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Brazilian Beauty Brands Are Taking Over My Body Care Routine
We’re on the cusp of the “B-Beauty” boom.
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My Acne-Fighting Arsenal Isn't Complete Without This Specialty Cleanser
Bonus? It's widely available at the drugstore and perfect for my beauty budget.
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If Your Hand Sanitizer Smells Like a Doctor’s Office, It’s Time for an Upgrade
Soft skin and subtle scents, yes please.
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My 56-Year-Old Mom and I Both Adore These Makeup Brands for Mature Skin
Moisture, glow, and wearability—what's not to love?
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