Kara Nesvig
Contributor
Kara Nesvig is a freelance writer based in St. Paul, Minnesota. Her writing has appeared in publications like Teen Vogue, People, Apartment Therapy, and Brides. Her love of all things beauty started as a child when she would sneak into her mom’s bedroom to play with Dior Poison bottles. Kara is a voracious reader who is obsessed with red lipstick, perfume, and Britney Spears.
MODEL BEHAVIOR
Blink and You'll Miss Charli XCX With Extra-Long Bangs
They're one of many hairstyles she wears in the new "SS26" music video.
Data Breach
Please Stop Weaponizing the UV Index in Service of a Tan
It’s a public health tool, not a roadmap for premature aging and skin cancer.
10 OUTTA 10
Tracee Ellis Ross Is Wearing 10 Different Colors in Her Mismatched Jelly Manicure
Can't pick just one polish? Wear them all!
BEAUTY NEWS
E.L.F. Cosmetics Is Lowering Prices After Tariff-Induced Increases
The company's experiment with dropping Halo Glow from $18 to $14 has been a success.
INVESTIGATION
What Will It Take to Get Young People to Stop Tanning (Again)?
A public health crisis is unfolding on the lawns and rooftops and quads of America: Gen Z is chasing the sun with the zeal of the Bain de Soleil era.
EARTH ANGEL
Bella Hadid's Dark Taupe Nails Are an Unexpected Spring Manicure Surprise
It's giving 2008 in the best way.
HERE COMES THE BELLA
Bella Hadid's Sculpted Bun Is Ready for Wedding Season
You “Cannes” copy it for your own formal occasion.
PRESTO, CHANGE-O!
Paris Hilton Looks Like a Totally Different Person With Brunette Hair
Call it the Gucci effect.
FOREVER MARILYN
8 Surprising Facts About Marilyn Monroe’s Beauty Routine
Chanel No. 5 wasn’t her only signature scent.
SO BARBIE
Olandria Carthen's Party Ponytail Just Set the Tone for Summer
A hot new hairstyle has entered the villa.
Acne
6 Common Medications That Can Trigger a Breakout
Here’s what’s going on and how to clear up your skin.
THE LIFE OF A BOW GIRL
Sabrina Carpenter Is Bringing Back the Bow Agenda
Her Dior bow-ment couldn't be cuter.
SO LONG, HAIR BOW
Taylor Swift's Hair Ribbon is Feeling 22 Feet Long
It just keeps going and going and going.
SPARKLE, RITA, SPARKLE!
Rita Ora Just Found a New Way to Wear Body Glitter
Her eyes are literally sparkling.
Plastic Surgery & Treatments
The FDA May Reverse a Ban on Several Peptides With Potential Beauty Benefits. What Does That Mean, Exactly?
As more people experiment with injectable peptide stacks and regulations feel looser than ever, here’s what you need to know about some popular—but technically restricted (for now)—peptides.
GOOD HANG
Billie Eilish Has a Sweet Reason for Not Wanting Plastic Surgery in the Future
"I want my kids to look at me and have my face look like their face."
Eyes
Where to Spend vs. Save Time in Your Makeup Routine, According to Experts
Maximize every minute with simple tips from the pros.