Jenna Cartusciello

From memory foam, to polyester, to down and feather, what’s the best pillow for a side sleeper? The short answer: You won’t know until you try a few options. The long answer: It depends on your sleep habits, weight and pain points. If you’re a true side sleeper, you may do well with a firm […]

On the hunt for the best wide-calf boots? Unfortunately, it’s not an easy shopping experience. Many popular brands don’t cater to wide calves, and the brands that do don’t always provide the boots’ calf circumference. (This is not to be confused with the opening circumference, which is usually larger.) Even when the calf fit is […]

Us Weekly has affiliate partnerships so we may receive compensation for some links to products and services. Gone are the days of switching your sneakers for pumps as soon as you reach the office — practicality is in style, and the best work shoes for women now prioritize support and comfort. But you don’t have […]

Us Weekly has affiliate partnerships so we may receive compensation for some links to products and services. Summer may be over, but the hunt for the best tinted sunscreen is still on. Tinted sunscreens, which are usually mineral based, are a great pick because they provide broad-spectrum protection against the sun — that is, protection […]

Us Weekly has affiliate partnerships so we may receive compensation for some links to products and services. Hoping to buy the perfect drugstore moisturizer on the first try? We don’t blame you — it’s expensive to get it wrong and buy multiple products, and you risk upsetting your skin in the process. Unfortunately, you may […]

Us Weekly has affiliate partnerships so we may receive compensation for some links to products and services. What does the best liquid eyeliner look like? For most of Us, it would look something like this: a razor-sharp tip, a smooth, buttery formula, a matte finish, zero smudging and flaking and non-toxic ingredients. Unfortunately, there isn’t […]

Are some probiotics better than others for women? Yes and no. In general, probiotics — live microorganisms that live in your gut — are a great addition to your diet regardless of gender. They are essential for the proper digestion of food, and taking them in supplement form may help restore the balance of gut […]

With proper haircare gaining popularity on social media, drugstore shampoos are getting pushed to the wayside. But do expensive haircare products make a huge difference? After testing certain products, reading extensive reviews and analyzing ingredient lists, we would argue that many drugstore options still have merit. The right formula won’t cost you an arm and […]

Liquid eyeliners may be all the rage for their ability to create knife-like cat eyes, but nothing can replace old-fashioned eyeliner pencils. They’re forgiving if you make a mistake and essential if you need to waterline or tightline — that is, apply liner to the lower and upper water lines around your eye. Plus, a […]

Affordable concealers don’t always have the best reputation; many buyers still think of them as cakey, overly-drying and limited in shade range. However, the last decade has seen a tremendous improvement in concealers, so you don’t have to pay high-end prices for high-end results. The options have become endless, which is overwhelming at first but […]

As many skincare experts would agree, a mineral sunscreen is an excellent, environmentally-friendly choice for those with sensitive skin. “Physical [clothing] and mineral blockers are much less likely to absorb systemically and therefore less likely to have an effect on your body, in particular your endocrine axis,” Dr. Bradley Glodny, M.D., board-certified dermatologist in New […]

Worried you need an air purifier in your home? Poor quality air isn’t easy to detect, but you could be breathing in harmful allergens, chemicals and toxins on a day-to-day basis. Opening the windows, blowing fans and cranking the air conditioner just won’t cut it in many circumstances. But what can an air purifier help […]

Let’s ask the big question right off the bat: Are drugstore mascaras worth it? We certainly think so — as long as you know your lash goals and you’ve done your research. If you don’t like clumps, for instance, stick with lengthening and defining formulas. Or, if you want plenty of volume and have sparse […]

Struggling to find the right curl cream? It’s no easy feat. Curl creams can help create bouncy, juicy, well-defined and shiny curls — but only if you use them correctly and pick the right products for your hair type. Which brings us to the most important question in finding the best curl cream: What is […]

Hot, sweaty weather and pool parties mean one thing: You need the best waterproof mascara in your makeup bag this summer. “If you choose a waterproof mascara, you will always create lift, because, [even with] the humidity, it prevents lashes from flopping,” says makeup artist Caroline Barnes. But is it possible to find a holy-grail […]