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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Skip The Costume and Go With an Easy Makeup Look This Halloween
From cute to scary, these looks only take minutes.
By Samantha Holender
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Jennifer Garner Swears by This Wellness Ritual to “Dump Negative Feelings” Before Bed
“It’s such a calming part of my night, that I sometimes have trouble staying awake.”
By Samantha Holender
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The 8 Best Makeup by Mario Products, According to an Editor Who Has Tried Them All
My love for the Soft Plumping Blush Veil is all consuming.
By Samantha Holender
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Keke Palmer Is Doing Well
In our brand new column, where busy people share how they do wellness, Palmer discusses why she’s no longer spooked by shamans.
By Samantha Holender
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U Beauty’s Cult-Favorite Lip Compound Now Comes in the Perfect Fall Shades
The celebrity-loved product is available in 12 different colors.
By Samantha Holender
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Hermès’ Just-Launched Eyeshadow Quads Are the Epitome of Luxury Beauty
The brand also released a stunning mascara.
By Samantha Holender
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Le Labo’s New Lavande 31 Eau de Parfum Redefines Lavender Fragrance
It’s an entirely fresh take on lavender.
By Samantha Holender
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Beauty Inside & Out: Sydney Sweeney
The Euphoria actress on her favorite flavored water, pilates, and the oil she swears by for hair growth.
By Samantha Holender
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This Infrared Sauna Blanket Will Keep You Sane This Winter
100 percent worth the hype.
By Samantha Holender
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I Wore a Luxe Liquid Eyeshadow for 12 Hours—It Didn't Crease Once
Well done, Sisley-Paris.
By Samantha Holender
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I've Had Chronically Chapped Lips for 26 Years—This Tinted Lip Balm Changed That
Where nourishing ingredients meet gorgeous color.
By Samantha Holender
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Sydney Sweeney Is Reviving the Early 2000s Knit Headband Trend
Miu Miu, meet millennial ease.
By Samantha Holender
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The Most Gorgeous Beauty Looks From Paris Fashion Week
Hair clips, nail art, and piercings round out fashion month’s circuit.
By Samantha Holender
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Jennifer Aniston's Go-To Heat Protectant Gave My Hair The Craziest Shine
Healthy hair incoming.
By Samantha Holender
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Kendall Jenner’s Hair at the Schiaparelli Fashion Show Was Easily Six Inches Tall
The model and 818 founder closed the runway.
By Samantha Holender
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Kylie Jenner Is the Latest Celeb to Debut French Girl Bangs
The reality star debuted her new look at the Acne Studios fashion show in Paris.
By Samantha Holender
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Kate Middleton Just Put Her New Curtain Bangs on Full Display
This is the updo we’ve been waiting for.
By Samantha Holender
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Zoe Kravitz Brought Back Her Micro Bangs for Paris Fashion Week
She’s perfectly on trend.
By Samantha Holender
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Selena Gomez’s Icy Blue Eye Makeup Is Undeniably Chic
Hands-down, this is my favorite beauty look from Paris Fashion Week
By Samantha Holender
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Dyson’s Cult-Favorite Straightening Iron Is $100 Off Right Now
Get yours before it’s too late.
By Samantha Holender
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Hailey Bieber’s Chocolate Manicure Is Perfect for Fall
Espresso is the color of the season.
By Samantha Holender
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The Biggest Fall 2023 Nail Trends, According to Celebrity Nail Artists
Luxury is having a manicure moment.
By Samantha Holender