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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TikTok Hair Trends That Are Styling Game Changers
From haircuts to hacks.
By Samantha Holender
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24 Hours With Philippine Leroy-Beaulieu
The 'Emily in Paris' star on her signature scent, mood-boosting Parisian power walks, and why she never wears makeup in real life.
By Samantha Holender
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Serious Question: What Is Fungal Acne?
Turns out, fungal acne isn't actually acne at all.
By Samantha Holender
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Dip Nail Kits for a Professional-Grade Manicure
Long-lasting, shiny, chip-free nails coming right up.
By Samantha Holender
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Sparkly Nail Polishes Can Be Chic for Winter—Let Us Show You How
Because we'll never grow up.
By Samantha Holender
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The Best Beauty Launches of December, According to Marie Claire Editors
FYI: There’s a lot to love this month.
By Samantha Holender
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Worth It: Oribe Italian Resin Medium Round Brush
I didn’t think it was possible to love a hair brush this much.
By Samantha Holender
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At-Home Chemical Peels That Give Professional-Grade Results
Real deal peels.
By Samantha Holender
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The Best Keratin Treatments for Silky Smooth Hair
These at-home keratin solutions will change your hair game.
By Samantha Holender