Samantha Holender
Samantha Holender is the Beauty Editor at Marie Claire, where she reports on the best new launches, dives into the science behind skincare, and shares the breakdown on the latest and greatest trends in the beauty space. Prior to joining the team, she worked as Us Weekly’s Beauty and Style Editor, where she stayed on the pulse of pop culture and broke down celebrity beauty routines, hair transformations, and red carpet looks. Her words have also appeared on Popsugar, Makeup.com, Skincare.com, Delish.com, and Philadelphia Wedding. Samantha also serves as a board member for the American Society of Magazine Editors (ASME). She first joined the organization in 2018, when she worked as an editorial intern at Food Network Magazine and Pioneer Woman Magazine. Samantha has a degree in Journalism and Mass Communications from The George Washington University’s School of Media and Public Affairs. While at GWU, she was a founding member of the school’s HerCampus chapter and served as its President for four years. When she’s not deep in the beauty closet or swatching eyeshadows, you can find her obsessing over Real Housewives and all things Bravo. Keep up with her on Instagram @samholender.
Latest articles by Samantha Holender
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The 8 Best Makeup by Mario Products, According to an Editor Who Has Tried Them All
My love for the Soft Plumping Blush Veil is all consuming.
By Samantha Holender Published
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Keke Palmer Is Doing Well
In our brand new column, where busy people share how they do wellness, Palmer discusses why she’s no longer spooked by shamans.
By Samantha Holender Published
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U Beauty’s Cult-Favorite Lip Compound Now Comes in the Perfect Fall Shades
The celebrity-loved product is available in 12 different colors.
By Samantha Holender Published
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Hermès’ Just-Launched Eyeshadow Quads Are the Epitome of Luxury Beauty
The brand also released a stunning mascara.
By Samantha Holender Published
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Beauty Inside & Out: Sydney Sweeney
The Euphoria actress on her favorite flavored water, pilates, and the oil she swears by for hair growth.
By Samantha Holender Published
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This Infrared Sauna Blanket Will Keep You Sane This Winter
100 percent worth the hype.
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These Cult-Favorite Dyson Products Are Over 20 Percent Off for Amazon Prime Day
Don’t miss these deals.
By Samantha Holender Published
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I've Had Chronically Chapped Lips for 26 Years—This Tinted Lip Balm Changed That
Where nourishing ingredients meet gorgeous color.
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Sydney Sweeney Is Reviving the Early 2000s Knit Headband Trend
Miu Miu, meet millennial ease.
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Kendall Jenner’s Hair at the Schiaparelli Fashion Show Was Easily Six Inches Tall
The model and 818 founder closed the runway.
By Samantha Holender Published
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Kylie Jenner Is the Latest Celeb to Debut French Girl Bangs
The reality star debuted her new look at the Acne Studios fashion show in Paris.
By Samantha Holender Published
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Kate Middleton Just Put Her New Curtain Bangs on Full Display
This is the updo we’ve been waiting for.
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Zoe Kravitz Brought Back Her Micro Bangs for Paris Fashion Week
She’s perfectly on trend.
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This Dry Volumizer Is the MVP of My Hair Routine
Flat hair is about to get a serious lift.
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Selena Gomez’s Icy Blue Eye Makeup Is Undeniably Chic
Hands-down, this is my favorite beauty look from Paris Fashion Week
By Samantha Holender Published
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Dyson’s Cult-Favorite Straightening Iron Is $100 Off Right Now
Get yours before it’s too late.
By Samantha Holender Published
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Hailey Bieber’s Chocolate Manicure Is Perfect for Fall
Espresso is the color of the season.
By Samantha Holender Published
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The Biggest Fall 2023 Nail Trends, According to Celebrity Nail Artists
Luxury is having a manicure moment.
By Samantha Holender Published
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Experts Recommend This Hair Mask For Your Color- Or Heat-Damaged Hair
Healthy strands, here we come!
By Gabrielle Ulubay Last updated
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This Derm-Approved Ingredient Is the Secret to Smoother Under-Eyes
Plus, five other tips to treat under-eye wrinkles.
By Samantha Holender Last updated
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Color Correctors That Work Magic on Discoloration
Cover dark circles, acne marks, and hyperpigmentation in a swipe.
By Samantha Holender Published
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La Mer’s New Lifting Firming Serum Delivers Real-Time Results
My face looked plumper in just a few seconds.
By Samantha Holender Published