Sophia Vilensky
Sophia Vilensky is a Freelance Beauty Writer at Marie Claire. She has also written about beauty, food, and entertainment for publications including Byrdie, Bravo, Teen Vogue, and Us Weekly , and—having grown up in a family of beauticians and spent years conducting deep dives into the world of aesthetics, cosmetic product formulation, and beauty treatment development (luxury, budget, and everywhere in between)—is a maven in her field, showing a special interest in clean ingredients, blush shades, holistic wellness, and the concept of signature fragrances. Also known as Sophie (she’ll answer to either), Sophia has worked as a hospital research assistant, senior copywriter, content strategist, and proofreader for numerous top beauty and wellness brands—though you’ll be hard pressed to her with her hair and makeup actually done.
While you’ll regularly catch her bopping around on either coast, Sophia lives full-time in Minneapolis. A graduate of the University of Minnesota—she was an English major and cinema studies minor—she spent three years as the Minnesota Daily’s Arts & Entertainment Editor, winning 2019 Editor of the Year as she integrated herself in the Twin Cities arts scene and connected with the coolest stylists, aestheticians, and designers around. In 2019, she graduated Summa Cum Laude with an NPR-featured thesis project and launched her freelance writing career while simultaneously exploring the world of fine dining (you have to know about it to write about it!) as a team member of James Beard Best New Restaurant-nominated Demi. While there, she tried Osetra caviar for the first time and made sure to ask all the chicest guests about their lipstick color.
When she’s not writing or researching and testing new beauty launches, Sophia is easy to find watching reality TV, reading the latest and greatest novels and memoirs, or taking her supplements. Keep up with her (while she’s keeping up with the youngest Kardashian generation) on Instagram @sophiavilensky
Latest articles by Sophia Vilensky
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Meghan Markle Went the Slicked Back Bun Route
The queen of the tendril took a cue from Sofia Richie's lookbook.
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Another Win From the SAG-AFTRA Agreement: Proper Hair and Makeup For All
The new policy tackles the lack of Black beauty expertise available on some sets.
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Celine’s New Bath and Body Collection Will Elevate Your Wind-Down Ritual
This makes for an ultra-chic bubble bath.
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Billie Eilish Apparently Had "No Idea" Who She Was With Blonde Hair
The singer feels much more at home with fluorescent hues.
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Kate Moss Wants You to Be Well With the Arrival of Her New Brand: Cosmoss
The supermodel's self-care line includes fragrance, skincare, herbal teas, and affirmations.
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You Can Take Advantage of Dyson's Bundle and Save Program Right Now
What's better than one Dyson hair tool? Two Dyson hair tools—on sale.
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The Crown's Emma Corrin Showed Off a Shaggy Pink Haircut
The look was part of their new show, "A Murder At The End Of The World."
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Jessica Alba's Latest Hairstyle Reaches Well Past Her Waist
Her hair is as long as it is sleek.
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Rihanna's Long Blonde Hair Could Not Be Any Sleeker
Is this my favorite Rih look to date?
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Sofia Richie Shared Her Fall Makeup Routine—Here Are the Exact Products She Uses
Hourglass's Veil Hydrating Skin Tint is a cold-weather favorite.
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Megan Fox's Fiery Red Bob Was Inspired by Linda Evangelista
Meanwhile, the butterfly clips were all her own.
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Harry Styles Appears to Have Shaved Off His Signature Curls
The buzz cut's timing is suspicious, according to Swifties.
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Kendra Scott's First Fragrance Collection Has Officially Launched
The new line includes three scents: Ruby Musk, Amber Aura, and Jade Blossom.
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Burberry Beauty Is Relaunching Their Makeup Line Sooner Than You Think
The luxury beauty line will return with a boutique in London.
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Halsey Debuted a Two-Toned Platinum Blonde Pixie Cut
The lavender streak adds some edge.
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Anne Hathaway's Perfect Beachy Waves at the 2023 CFDA Awards Are Courtesy of This Volume-Boosting Mousse
We have the full breakdown on her hair and makeup.
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Billie Eilish Turned Her Gucci Scarf Into the Chicest Hair Accessory
It goes great with her new fire red roots.
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Ariana DeBose Was Pretty In Purple While Celebrating Diwali in New York City
What's more exciting: her sparkling purple eyeshadow or money piece?
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Dolly Parton Used to Forage in the Woods for ‘Natural’ Beauty Products
Her first fragrance was mashed up honeysuckle.
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Chrissy Teigen Now Has a Blonde Bob
The new look appears to be for John Legend's new music video.
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Jones Road Just Dropped an Adorable Lingua Franca Collab to Celebrate Its 3rd Birthday
They also released a limited-edition shade of Miracle Balm.
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Rhode's Latest Drop Includes Four Skin-Glazing Essentials
The Rhode Kit 2.0 has officially landed.
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Mariah Carey Tried Out a Red Hair Color Ahead of the Holiday Season
All I want for Christmas? More red-haired Mariah.
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Two Perfume Elixirs Just Joined Loewe's Botanical Rainbow
The collection is infused with a 30 percent concentration of essential oils.
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Zoë Kravitz' Blonde Pixie Goes Great With Her New Engagement Ring
She tried out the new color for a 'Rosemary's Baby' couple's costume with Channing Tatum.
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Cindy Crawford Swapped Her Signature Brunette Blowout for Tight Blonde Curls
If only for a night.
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Cara Delevingne Chose Makeup-Free Beauty Rest Over Halloween Glam This Weekend
It was a party for one—plus a few animals.
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