Mary Honkus

Much like skincare and makeup, paying top dollar for perfume doesn’t necessarily mean you’re getting a higher quality product. As a beauty writer with over 200 perfumes in my collection, some of my most complimented and longest-lasting scents are under $100. My ultimate goal is to grow my collection of affordable yet high quality fragrances, […]

If you’ve been wanting to make the switch to clean beauty but don’t know where to start, Credo Beauty is the best place to shop — and you’ll want to head to the site right now. The clean beauty retailer is holding its annual sale from Thursday, October 24 to Tuesday, October 29 and everything […]

I hate to be captain obvious, but winter is coming! Don’t be one of those people who wait for the first snowfall to get a reliable coat that will protect you from freezing temperatures. Now is one of the best times to shop. We found 10 heavy-duty winter coats that will keep you warm and […]

Europeans have a leg up on the U.S. when it comes to fashion, coffee and, surprisingly, toothpaste. Yes, toothpaste. Although it’s been seven years since I lived in Italy, I still religiously use the Marvis Whitening Mint Toothpaste, a drugstore staple that keeps my pearly whites blinding better than any other option I’ve tried. When […]

I love drugstore makeup, but there’s one category I’ll always splurge on: eyeshadow palettes. In my experience as a beauty writer, the more affordable options crease, smudge and flake after just a few hours. I had come to terms with dropping a few extra bucks for solid eyeshadow — until I learned Bethenny Frankel swears […]

Is it just me or does anyone else experience constant puffiness? If I don’t get enough sleep, I wake up puffy. If I don’t drink enough water, my face looks bloated. I could go on and on, but you get the gist. With the holidays approaching and my calendar quickly filling up with parties and […]

People always say the holidays are the most wonderful time of the year, and for the most part they are . . . unless you’re traveling. Why is holiday travel the absolute worst?! While you can’t always control the weather or the delays, you can make traveling less of a chore with the right bags. […]

I usually don’t bat an eye when celebrities post photos of their designer bags. (Another Birkin? Talk about unattainable.) However, I stopped scrolling when I saw the purse Kylie Jenner was toting around in her Instagram Story this past weekend. I’ve been on the hunt for a classic black crossbody bag (just like a little black […]

Wouldn’t it be amazing if there was a perfume that smelled unique and one-of-a-kind once you sprayed it on yourself? Well, three of those currently exist, thanks to Glossier. The brand’s original perfume, You, made waves when it was released in 2017 due to the fact that it was light, cheerful, and smelled slightly different […]

Cashmere is considered the gold standard of natural fibers because of its supreme softness and unparalleled warmth. These stellar attributes also make it pretty pricey. Luckily, some of our favorite fashion brands are making cozy cashmere looks even more accessible whether you’re looking for a timeless sweater or accessories like gloves and a hat. No […]

Is it just me, or have certain name-brand items lost their luster? When I was growing up in the early 2000s, all everyone cared about was rocking designer labels. Now, I couldn’t care less — I’ll always choose to save a little money and opt for something more affordable that functions just the same. Well, […]

Few fabrics feel as luxurious as silk. Consequentially, few fabrics are as expensive as silk. However, you don’t always have to spend an arm and a leg to wrap yourself in shimmering, comfortable material. Satin feels strikingly similar to silk for a fraction of the price and most people won’t even be able to tell […]

Has Selena Gomez ever worn a bad outfit? I don’t think so! Whether she’s walking the red carpet, going to dinner or simply hanging with friends, the actress and beauty mogul consistently steps out in enviable ensembles. Her latest eye-catching look is one that I’m immediately adding to my style vision board. While attending the Netflix […]

Have you ever tried a product that completely transformed your beauty routine forever? We all have our holy grail items we’ll never give up, though many of us don’t discover them until well into adulthood. Christina Ricci, however, found her all-time favorite hair formula when she was just 13 years old — and she still […]

Halloween is creeping up on Us! The spooky holiday is just about two weeks away. . . do you have a costume yet? Since you’re here, we’re gusting that you don’t, but no need to worry! There are still plenty of options that will arrive on your doorstep with time to spare. Amazon has got Us covered […]

Gwyneth Paltrow, otherwise known as the queen of wellness, doesn’t keep secrets from her fans. The actress and businesswoman has given Us an inside look at her lifestyle courtesy of Goop, and has shared plenty of beauty, fashion, and wellness tips over the years. I love reading up on everything Paltrow does, but what I really […]

Nine times out of 10, my gut tells me I’m stressed before my brain does. I’ll feel bloated, unregulated and so sluggish, then ultimately realize I could use a break from whatever is stressing me out (usually work or my busy schedule). I’m sure a lot of people can relate, but not everyone knows that […]

Taylor Swift is known for a lot of things — her chart-topping music, her record-breaking Eras Tour, her blonde bangs, her love of cats. . . the list goes on and on. Throughout her decades-long career, however, the singer has become synonymous with red lipstick — so much so, that it’s rare to see her […]

Matching pajama sets really do make a difference in your night-time self-care routine. When you go to bed feeling good, you wake up feeling great! And while there are tons of luxury sleepwear sets out there, you don’t have to spend a ton of money to get in on the fun; there are plenty of […]

Have you ever noticed how people geek out about French skincare? Every time I’m in France I feel the need to head to the local pharmacy and stock up on all the skincare products — especially Bioderma. This beloved French brand has gained a cult-following due to their effective yet gentle cleansers that prioritize the […]

One whiff of Moroccanoil products always transports me to my childhood salon. The signature scent features notes of spicy amber and sweet florals and it can be found in a majority of the brand’s products — including their skincare. Yep, Moroccanoil has hand creams and body products too! The brand has some of the best […]