
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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Can Dermal Fillers Get Rid of Acne Scars?
We asked dermatologists for the down-low.
By Samantha Holender
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Worth It: Maison Francis Kurkdjian Paris Baccarat Rouge 540 Shimmering Body Oil
Not to be weird, but I can’t stop smelling myself.
By Samantha Holender
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Oil-Free Moisturizers That Won't Clog Your Pores
Non-greasy picks for every complexion.
By Samantha Holender
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Marie Claire Editors' Favorite Beauty Launches of November 2022
Limited-edition gift sets are upon us.
By Samantha Holender
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Salicylic Acid Moisturizers for Acne-Prone Skin
Bust blackheads while staying hydrated.
By Samantha Holender
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Hot Rollers for the Curls of Your Dreams
This is how we roll.
By Samantha Holender
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The 12 Best Cream Eyeshadows That Won’t Budge or Crease
The best part? They’re so easy to apply.
By Samantha Holender
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Microcurrent Facial Devices: The Expert Guide
Give your face a workout with these editor-approved microcurrent gadgets.
By Samantha Holender
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The Best Natural and Safe Dry Shampoos to Save Your Greasy Hair
No benzene here.
By Samantha Holender
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Beauty Inside & Out: Teyana Taylor
The XEOMIN ambassador on injectables, mom life, and her obsession with Chick-fil-A’s oreo milkshake.
By Samantha Holender
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Luxury Gifts for Every Type of Person on Your List
Spoil someone special this holiday season.
By Samantha Holender
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Worth It: Foreo Luna 4 Facial Cleansing & Firming Device for Sensitive Skin
Goodbye, dead skin. Hello, jawline.
By Samantha Holender
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Moisturizers That Will Never Clog Your Pores
Consider your pores safe.
By Samantha Holender
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The Best Products for Acne Scars, According to Dermatologists
Creams, gels, and retinoids that help even texture and brighten dark marks.
By Samantha Holender
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New Study Suggests Chemical Hair Straighteners Increase A Woman’s Risk of Uterine Cancer
Researches found that the Black community is disproportionately affected.
By Samantha Holender
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Why Jennifer Garner Is Passing Down the Natural “Garner Girl Aesthetic” to Her Daughters
“You don’t want to look at yourself in the mirror and be shocked at what you see because you’re so used to masking it.”
By Samantha Holender
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The Best Benzoyl Peroxide Products for Fighting Breakouts
Acne, meet your match.
By Samantha Holender
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This Antioxidant-Packed Serum Calms My Temperamental Skin in Minutes
Redness? What redness?
By Samantha Holender
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Worth It: CurrentBody Skin LED Lip Perfector
Forget cosmetic fillers. This at-home device gave me fuller-looking lips in just a few weeks.
By Samantha Holender
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The Best Beauty Launches in October, According to Marie Claire Editors
Fair warning: You’re going to want it all.
By Samantha Holender
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The Best Concealers for Covering Up Acne
Zits? What zits?
By Samantha Holender
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Eyeshadow Palettes You’ll Actually Use
No shade left behind.
By Samantha Holender