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Sarah Friedmann

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Kira Richards

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Courtney Rubin

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Tyra Nicole Triche

Passionate storyteller. Experienced writer and editor. Creative and capable.

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Bashirat Oladele

freelance journalist with by-lines in Teen Vogue, NME, Stylist, Refinery29, iNews, NYLON, HYPEBAE etc covering all things lifestyle, pop culture, entertainment and fashion

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Raquel Reichard

Raquel is an award-winning journalist and editor. Currently, she is the Deputy Director of Somos, Refinery29's channel by and for Latines.

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Latest Articles

If You Have Curly Hair & Dandruff, Experts Say These Are The Best Shampoos To Use

No matter your hair type, dandruff can be difficult to treat — so when it comes to curly hair, which tends to be more prone to dryness, developing an effective treatment plan for your dandruff becomes even trickier. “Curly hair is often dry and more prone to frizz due to …

By Natalie Gale
15th April 2023 • Bustle

3 Spring Looks From Macy's For Brunches & Everything Else

By Marie Lodi | Beauty and Fashion Writer, Editor, & Copywriter
20th March 2023 • Bustle

5 Cheaper Alternatives To Milk's Cult-Favorite Hydro Grip Primer (That Work Just As Well)

Hailed by countless Sephora reviews, Reddit forums, and beauty awards, Milk Makeup’s Hydro Grip Primer is one of the most popular primers on the market. But if you find that it’s sold out, not in your budget, or doesn’t work for your skin, the best Milk Hydro Grip Primer alternatives …

By Natalie Gale
19th March 2023 • Bustle

How To Give Your Hair Mega Volume — Because Bouncy '90s Blowouts Are Back, Baby

As evidenced by Bella Hadid, Kourtney Kardashian, and J.Lo, big, bouncy hair à la ‘90s-style blowouts is here to stay. No matter your hair goals (from Farrah Fawcett to a more subtle Rachel from Friends) or your hair type, here are a few tips from celebrity hairstylists on how to …

By Natalie Gale
18th March 2023 • Bustle

Did TikTok Kill The BeautyTube Star?

For Bustle, I wrote about the development of BeautyTok and whether it rivals Beautytube.

By Bashirat Oladele
23rd August 2022 • Bustle

Sustainable Swimwear One Fashion Contributor Is Eyeing For Summer

By Marie Lodi | Beauty and Fashion Writer, Editor, & Copywriter
6th June 2022 • Bustle

Last Girlboss Standing

At a startup like Glossier, a surprise department-wide meeting means one of two things: layoffs or treats. So when the tech department of the beauty phenomenon — well, what was then its tech department — was asked to gather for a visit from founder and CEO Emily Weiss on a …

By Courtney Rubin
18th April 2022 • Bustle

How VR meditation compares to IRL

How to achieve a true sense of calm in the metaverse

By Anna Samson
9th March 2022 • Bustle

How Four British TikTokers Are Making Fashion More Sustainable

Sustainable practices have become a growing area of interest for the social media savvy Gen-Z and, thanks to social media, the availability of information on ethical materials and clothing companies has never been more accessible. It’s an issue that is pressing and that many believe can no longer be ignored. …

By Kira Richards
5th March 2022 • Bustle

I Put Glycolic Acid On My Armpits Because TikTok Told Me To

From deodorant soaps to armpit Botox injections, people are willing to go to great lengths to eliminate body odours and reduce sweat. Sometimes traditional deodorants just don’t cut it for those extremely sweaty days, but finding a natural antiperspirant that’ll keep you feeling fresh feels like an impossible task. So …

By Daisy Bradbury
4th March 2022 • Bustle

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I freelanced for Bustle covering the latest pop culture, current affairs, entertainment and more.

By Vivian Iroanya
15th February 2022 • Bustle

UK's 'Fresh Prince' Fans Can Watch Will Smith's 'Bel Air' Very Soon

In 2019, film director Morgan Cooper uploaded a mock trailer for a reboot of ‘90s hit The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air. The video was a huge success, teasing and garnering the attention of fans who wondered how Will would navigate life in the 21st century. Now, three years on, multi-award …

By Kira Richards
13th January 2022 • Bustle

All Historic Same-Sex Convictions Will Be Pardoned Under A New UK Scheme

UK Home Secretary, Priti Patel, is set to announce that more people with convictions for same-sex activity will be wiped, as she expands the government’s disregards and pardons scheme. Patel said, “I hope that expanding the pardons and disregards scheme will go some way to righting the wrongs of the …

By Kira Richards
6th January 2022 • Bustle

“Grindr Killer” Stephen Port Is Serving A Life Sentence

BBC factual drama Four Lives airs on Jan. 3, depicting the harrowing tale of the Grindr murders of Stephen Port between June 2014 and September 2015. The three-part series, starring Stephen Merchant and Sheridan Smith, recounts the real-life events of the murders from the perspective of the friends and family …

By Kira Richards
5th January 2022 • Bustle

17 Black-Owned UK Bookshops To Know Now

While conversations around anti-racist activism may have died down since the 2020 protests spurred on by George Floyd’s murder, educating yourself on Black culture, experiences, and how to be anti-racist is an ongoing process. The protests and the emergence of the Black Lives Matter movement saw a surge in the …

By Kira Richards
29th December 2021 • Bustle

Why Everyone Talking About Francis Bourgeois – Again

Trainspotting may not be something that immediately comes to mind when talking about social media viral sensations, but Francis Bourgeois is not your average trainspotter. If you’ve been on TikTok recently, chances are he’s popped up on your ‘For You’ page, where he takes viewers along to watch trains (and …

By Kira Richards
17th December 2021 • Bustle

Strangers On TikTok Are Doing 'The Holiday' House Swap IRL

If you’re anything like me, the quest to find the perfect Christmas movie is a yearly expedition, which is why I find myself returning to The Holiday every winter season. For those of you who haven't seen the film, here’s a quick summary. Iris (played by Kate Winslet) is from …

By Kira Richards
15th December 2021 • Bustle

Josephine Baker Enters France’s Panthéon of National Heroes

46 years on from her death and her final performance, French-American music hall star and activist Josephine Baker has made history yet again. On Nov. 30 she became the first Black woman to enter France’s Panthéon Mausoleum, which is considered the nation's highest honour and remembers renowned and revered figures …

By Kira Richards
2nd December 2021 • Bustle

Jack Grealish Opened Up About His Old Boss Being Sacked From Aston Villa

Jack Grealish has shared his reaction to finding out that Aston Villa had let go of manager Dean Smith. Smith is a former Norwich City player and managed Aston Villa for just over three years. However, he stepped down in November after five consecutive Premier League defeats. In his first …

By Kira Richards
1st December 2021 • Bustle

Keira Knightley Thinks She Knows Who Juliet Ends Up With In 'Love Actually'

As the holiday season approaches and we all settle down to rewatch our favourite Christmas classics, Love Actually will be on TV screens across the UK. It’s safe to say we’ve all seen *that* scene with Keira Knightley and Andrew Lincoln, but the ambiguous ending has left fans with one …

By Kira Richards
1st December 2021 • Bustle

The Cosy Pop Culture We'll Revisit Time & Time Again

As a lover of pop-culture podcasts, nothing is more comforting than The Receipts Podcast. Hosted by friends Tolly, Milena, and Audrey, the Spotify original is 90 minutes of laugh-out-loud, relatable content, tackling topics such as relationships, friendships, and solving viewers dilemmas too. The Receipts ladies are bold, feisty and always …

By Kira Richards
22nd November 2021 • Bustle

ITV's 'Social Media Murders' Concludes Tonight With The Tragic Case Of Molly McLaren

The third and final episode of ITV2’s latest true-crime series Social Media Murders airs tonight (Nov. 15), focusing on the murder of 23-year-old Molly McLaren, whose life was taken by her ex-boyfriend in June 2017. The series examines what role social media can play in serious crimes, including murder. The …

By Kira Richards
19th November 2021 • Bustle

Glastonbury 2022 Is Sold Out, But There Might Still Be Chance To Get Tickets

For those of us who enjoy standing in a muddy Somerset field, listening to incredible music in the height of British summer time, the lack of Glastonbury Festival for two years has been a struggle. But if you were thinking of trading in your wellies for flip-flops this summer; don’t. …

By Kira Richards
10th November 2021 • Bustle

24 Black-Owned British Beauty Brands You Need To Know About

Until a few years ago, the selection of mainstream beauty products aimed at Black people and people with darker skin tones was minimal. Most of the time, shade ranges only went to medium-tones, meaning makeup fans with darker skin would often have to source their products either from smaller, independent …

By Kira Richards
6th November 2021 • Bustle

25 Songs Every Badass Woman Needs In Her Life

When it comes to music, a song has the fundamental ability to change a listener’s mind, mood, and perspective.

By Emlyn Travis
1st November 2021 • Bustle

Leigh-Anne Pinnock Spoke About Her Twins’ Names For The First Time

On September 5, Perrie Edwards and boyfriend Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain gifted the world not only a beautiful picture of their newborn baby but the name they’ve chosen, also. Sharing an adorable snap of their new arrival wrapped up in blankets and with a cute knitted hat on, Edwards wrote, “2 weeks …

By Liv Facey
1st November 2021 • Bustle

3 Ways Klarna Takes The Stress Out of Holiday Shopping

By Marie Lodi | Beauty and Fashion Writer, Editor, & Copywriter
1st November 2021 • Bustle

6 Sauna Blankets That Promise A Spa Experience At Home

After spending the best part of two years indoors, it’s safe to say we all invested in a little more self-care than usual. And a new report from Cult Beauty has revealed exactly what kind of tools we’ve been coveting. The report published on Oct. 25 shows that phrases including …

By Kira Richards
31st October 2021 • Bustle

The 25 Most Romantic 'Friends' Quotes Will Still Make You Swoon

When it comes to the iconic ’90s television show Friends, there are so many memorable quotes that it’s hard to pin down just one favorite.

By Emlyn Travis
27th October 2021 • Bustle

Here's What 'The Sopranos' Cast Has Been Doing Since The Show Ended In 2007

There’s a reason why The Sopranos is widely considered to be one of the best shows in all of television history.

By Emlyn Travis
27th October 2021 • Bustle

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Latest Articles

If You Have Curly Hair & Dandruff, Experts Say These Are The Best Shampoos To Use

3 Spring Looks From Macy's For Brunches & Everything Else

5 Cheaper Alternatives To Milk's Cult-Favorite Hydro Grip Primer (That Work Just As Well)

How To Give Your Hair Mega Volume — Because Bouncy '90s Blowouts Are Back, Baby

Did TikTok Kill The BeautyTube Star?

Sustainable Swimwear One Fashion Contributor Is Eyeing For Summer

Last Girlboss Standing

How VR meditation compares to IRL

How Four British TikTokers Are Making Fashion More Sustainable

I Put Glycolic Acid On My Armpits Because TikTok Told Me To

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UK's 'Fresh Prince' Fans Can Watch Will Smith's 'Bel Air' Very Soon

All Historic Same-Sex Convictions Will Be Pardoned Under A New UK Scheme

“Grindr Killer” Stephen Port Is Serving A Life Sentence

17 Black-Owned UK Bookshops To Know Now

Why Everyone Talking About Francis Bourgeois – Again

Strangers On TikTok Are Doing 'The Holiday' House Swap IRL

Josephine Baker Enters France’s Panthéon of National Heroes

Jack Grealish Opened Up About His Old Boss Being Sacked From Aston Villa

Keira Knightley Thinks She Knows Who Juliet Ends Up With In 'Love Actually'

The Cosy Pop Culture We'll Revisit Time & Time Again

ITV's 'Social Media Murders' Concludes Tonight With The Tragic Case Of Molly McLaren

Glastonbury 2022 Is Sold Out, But There Might Still Be Chance To Get Tickets

24 Black-Owned British Beauty Brands You Need To Know About

25 Songs Every Badass Woman Needs In Her Life

Leigh-Anne Pinnock Spoke About Her Twins’ Names For The First Time

3 Ways Klarna Takes The Stress Out of Holiday Shopping

6 Sauna Blankets That Promise A Spa Experience At Home

The 25 Most Romantic 'Friends' Quotes Will Still Make You Swoon

Here's What 'The Sopranos' Cast Has Been Doing Since The Show Ended In 2007

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