
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. She's studied up on every ingredient you'll find on INCI list and is constantly in search of the world's glowiest makeup products. She's an expert in sensitive skin, acne, and aesthetics. 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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Just Looking at These Delicious Manicures Is Giving Me a Sugar HighGood enough to eat.
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My 56-Year-Old Mother and I Can’t Get Enough of This Buttery Cream BronzerSarah Creal’s newest release is a hit for dry skin and minimalist makeup.
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Ariana Madix’s Fragrance Layering Combo 'Kills It' on Date NightPlus, the $18 oil that makes her feel super sexy.
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Kim Cattrall’s Secret to a Refreshed Morning Gives Her GoosebumpsIt's "invigorating."
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Out of My 200+ Perfumes, I Always Come Back to This Designer Fragrance BrandToo many layering combos to count.
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Michelle Monaghan Feels the Sexiest After an Ironically Utilitarian K-Beauty Shower RitualTaking notes.
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Would You Give Up $600 and 20 Minutes for a Perfect Jawline?The answer may seem like an easy "yes." But quick fixes aren't always low stakes.
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Don’t Even Think About Getting Into Hailee Steinfeld’s Bed Unless You Have “Clean Everything”Taking sleep—and slow mornings—seriously.
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I'm the Queen of Sensitive Skin—These Are the Non-Irritating Beauty Staples I Swear ByNo redness, irritation, or breakouts.
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If You’re Not Scraping Your Tongue, Chelsea Handler Doesn’t Want YouFresh breath or bust.
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We Haven't Seen Lady Gaga In Such a Short Haircut For a Long TimeThe Little Monsters approve.
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If You Were Less Than Excited With the Oscars Beauty Looks, Just Wait for the After-PartyFinally, the glam I've been craving.
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Blunt Bobs, Bangs, and Old Hollywood Glamour Add Heavy Spice to the Oscars Red CarpetBeauty breakdown, coming right up.
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Mikey Madison Just Reinvented My Slicked-Back Bun TechniqueHer Oscar's hairstylist shares some professional gems.
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Lupita Nyong’o’s Oscars Hair Accessories Ooze Rich Girl GlamourPearls on pearls.
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The “Wicked” Symbolism in Cynthia Erivo’s Manicure Lives Rent-Free in My HeadForever holding space for this set.
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I Traveled Halfway Across the Globe to Get Rid of Wrinkles in Seven DaysThis Seoul-based brand is the key to plump skin.
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Gillian Anderson's "Sexy" Feet Are Courtesy of This Pretty Ugly Foot Care RitualNothing says "hot" like smooth heels.
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Why Yes, I Want My Home to Smell Like a Sexy, Parisian Jazz ClubDiptyque’s new luxury candle duo doubles as a ‘60s time machine.
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My 56-Year-Old Mother and I Are Equally Obsessed With This New ConcealerEstée Lauder’s latest release is incredible for mature skin and dark circles.
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I Cut My Pore Size in Half After Using This $300 LaserIt's the closest you'll get to an IRL filter.
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Your Hairstylist's Favorite Hair Brand Just Landed at SephoraThe if-you-know-you-know cult classic is going mainstream.
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Every Stylish New Yorker Is Adopting This Low-Key Beauty TrendThe proof is in the NYFW street style photos.
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I Traveled 3,600 Miles to Learn How to Age in ReverseThe secret is Guerlain's latest skincare product.
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This Pro Tip Made My Bikini Wax a Million Times Less PainfulFeatures Easy, breezy.
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The Secret to Glowing, Buildup-Free Skin Is This 45-Minute Facial MachinePhotos for proof.
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It Turns Out I've Been Using Rosemary Oil for Hair Growth All WrongA dermatologist set me straight—and on the path to longer, stronger hair.
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