
Maya Allen
Maya Allen is the former Digital Beauty Editor at MarieClaire.com where she covered makeup, skincare, haircare, wellness, you name it! She has a 15-step skincare routine, owns over 200 red lipsticks, and enjoys testing the latest and greatest in beauty. On most weekends, you can find her at her happy place, which is her makeup vanity. There, she’s usually blasting her speakers while singing along to lyrics at the top of her lungs, and making sure her highlighter is on point.
Embracing beauty, in all of its diverse glory, is her form of activism and she’s committed to amplifying representation through storytelling. Brooklyn is where she resides. At home she’s often dancing to the latest Drake album, masking, or FaceTiming with family and friends. Before joining MarieClaire.com, she held positions at Byrdie.com and Cosmopolitan.com.
Latest articles by Maya Allen
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#BigLipstickEnergy: My Favorite Liquid Lipsticks from Black-Owned Beauty Brands
Because representation matters 365 days of the year.
By Maya Allen
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How to Care for Your Hair at Home
Salon pros give your at-home playbook a serious upgrade.
By Maya Allen
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#BigLipstickEnergy: My Favorite Lipsticks from Black-Owned Beauty Brands
#BigLipstickEnergy: Lipsticks I Love From Black-Owned Beauty Brands
By Maya Allen
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#BigLipstickEnergy: The Best Lip-and-Cheek Products
Because who doesn't love a 2-in-1?
By Maya Allen
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The Best Sheet Masks on Amazon That Money Can Buy
Say hello to the new stars of your online shopping cart.
By Maya Allen
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Health and Wellness Guru Hannah Bronfman Shares Her Beauty Routine
The fitness enthusiast talks facial cupping, gua shua, and acne.
By Maya Allen
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Actress Sofia Bryant Shares Her Super Thorough Skincare Routine
"You guys might have to be sister wives because if I could marry two products, it'd be these two."
By Maya Allen
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#BigLipstickEnergy: Scented Lipsticks to Boost Your Mood
When the worlds of lipstick and fragrance collide.
By Maya Allen
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The Biggest Global Beauty Trends
Marie Claire beauty editors from around the world share the coolest trends and most coveted products in their countries.
By Maya Allen
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I Tried Meghan Markle’s Favorite Beauty Products—Here’s What’s Worth Your Money
Royal-approved, but what about a skeptic's seal of approval?
By Maya Allen
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Karrueche Tran Shares Her Glowy Skincare Routine
* Adds every product to my shopping cart *
By Maya Allen
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How Nancy Twine Nails a 2-Minute Morning Routine
The founder and CEO of Briogeo Hair Care shares a 24-hour self-care snapshot.
By Maya Allen
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Tyler Cameron Talks Skincare and His Wellness Routine
If you've ever wanted beauty tips from Tyler, here he is in a face mask, at your service.
By Maya Allen
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Why Joanna Vargas's Magic Glow Wand Is Worth It
An at-home facial, at your service.
By Maya Allen
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Hannah Stocking Shares Her Skincare Routine and #1 Shower Hack
"I feel alive afterwards."
By Maya Allen
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Press-On Nail Kits That'll Trick Everyone Into Thinking You Just Left the Salon
You'll achieve the look of a professional-grade mani in minutes.
By Maya Allen
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Watch Hannah Brown Face Mask and Share Her Past Skincare Struggles
"I know what it's like to have really bad skin, and I had that time in my life where I felt like I was wearing a mask..."
By Maya Allen
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How to Have a Luxurious Spa Day at Home
The perfect at-home spa day does exist, if you have these staples.
By Maya Allen
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Dove Cameron Shares Her #1 Beauty Hack for Waking up With Glowy Skin
Plus, her boyfriend Thomas Doherty makes the cutest cameo in her episode of Masked and Answered.
By Maya Allen
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Why Kate Somerville's DeliKate Recovery Cream Is Worth It
My honest take on why you should spend your money on this product during quarantine.
By Maya Allen
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The Item I Wear to Death: My Adidas Track Pants
The sporty, chic track pants that spark joy!
By Maya Allen
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Singer JoJo Face Masks and Spills Her Skincare Secrets
And the wellness practices that make her feel grounded.
By Maya Allen