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Mary Honkus

Mary Honkus is a freelance e-commerce writer covering beauty, fashion and lifestyle at Us Weekly. After growing up in the countryside, she moved to New York City to attend the Fashion Institute of Technology and pursue her journalism dreams. She now has over five years of experience in the beauty industry, and held on-staff positions at Real Simple, People and InStyle prior to joining the Us Weekly team in October 2023. Her work can also be found in Cosmopolitan, WWD, Glamour and CNN. When she’s not testing the latest and greatest makeup and skincare products, she can be found chilling on her Hell’s Kitchen rooftop, checking out NYC’s hottest new restaurants or recording her podcast Good Trouble NYC. Follow her on Instagram.

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16 White Dresses for Every Type of Summer Vacation

As we get closer and closer to summer, you’re probably ironing out the final details of your major trips and vacations — including what you’re going to pack. Regardless of where you’re traveling, it’s imperative to pack a white dress. A breezy white sundress is a quintessential (and versatile!) piece that everyone should have in […]

Celebs Can’t Get Enough of Mesh Ballet Flats — Get in on the Trend

The celebs have spoken! Mesh ballet flats are the It Shoe of the moment. Countless stars — from Dua Lipa and Sofia Richie to Zendaya and Kourtney Kardashian — have been seen sporting these edgy yet delicate shoes all over the world. The breezy nature of the design (they are made of mesh, after all) makes […]

Celeb Favorites

Victoria Justice Loves This $10 Mascara So Much, She Won't Use Any Other

There’s something so special about a mother passing down a special beauty trick or sharing a tried-and-true makeup product with her daughter. Beauty connects us in so many ways, and, although they may seem small, these moments become indelible memories in a girl’s life! I love hearing about celebrities who attribute their skincare rituals or […]

Celeb Favorites

Bella Hadid Says You Can Skip Makeup When You Use This Luxe Moisturizer

Have you ever wondered what celebrities carry around in their bags? I imagined the obvious things, like a wallet, phone, keys and maybe a few lip products, but Bella Hadid keeps her purse stocked to the brim with everything she could ever need. The model recently gave fans an inside look into what she keeps in her […]

Stay on Top of the Coastal Cowgirl Trend With These 16 Unbeatable Pieces

Every time I get on TikTok I discover new fashion trends. Most of them disappear into the abyss pretty quickly (AKA they become micro trends), but there’s one niche aesthetic that has secured its spot in the limelight: Coastal Cowgirl. A cross between western styles and breezy, beachy aesthetics, this trend is on track to […]

16 Denim Pieces That Will Complete Your Summer Wardrobe

When it comes to summer denim staples, jean shorts are probably the first thing that come to mind — but they’re far from the only warm weather must-have. A well-rounded summer wardrobe has an array of denim pieces, including shirts, skirts, jackets and even shoes (yes, really!). You see, denim isn’t just the supporting clothing — […]

The Outset Is Now on Amazon! Scarlett Johansson Shares Her Fave Products

Nowadays, it seems like every celebrity has launched a beauty brand. However, few are as highly awarded as Scarlett Johansson‘s The Outset. After debuting in 2022, the botanical-based line quickly garnered attention for its no-frills yet effective offerings, and now everything from the line is officially available on Amazon! For Johansson, this was a years-long undertaking, […]

Shop the April Beauty Launches We're Obsessed With

2024 has been filled with the most game-changing beauty launches, and we’re not even halfway through the year! April’s innovations are shaping up to be some of the best, with fresh takes on floral fragrances, fun flavored lip balms and multitasking makeup magic. Ready to elevate your beauty game? Keep reading to discover the 17 […]

Celeb Favorites

Khloe Kardashian's Skin Looks Poreless After Using This At-Home Device

Have you ever wondered how celebrities maintain their skin? Before working in the beauty industry, I figured they’d just get daily facials to ensure their complexion stayed glowing and flawless. Turns out, most stars — including Khloe Kardashian — supplement the professional results with at-home tools that anyone can purchase. Kardashian has doubled down on […]

15 Practical and Stylish Beach Essentials for a Relaxing Vacation

Few things are as relaxing as spending the day on the beach. Now that the weather has been heating up, I’ve caught myself daydreaming about my toes in the sand, and I’ve been creating a mental checklist of all of the things I need to have the best beach vacation ever! The best beach essentials […]

Celeb Favorites

Serena Williams Combats Dark Circles With This $30 Eye Cream

Serena Williams is a super star in every aspect of life. Along with being one of the greatest tennis players of all time, she also recently started her own makeup and skincare line (aptly named Wyn), and has been busy raising her two daughters. Despite leading such an active lifestyle, the multi-hyphenate looks far from […]

People Always Compliment My Eyelashes When I Wear This Fanning Mascara

Some people love getting compliments on their hair while others get a joyous rush when someone mentions they have a nice smile. As for me, I beam with pride when someone calls out my eyelashes or asks what mascara I use. My natural lashes are blonde and don’t do much to emphasize my blue-green eyes, […]

Bye, Hangovers! I'm Sipping on Katy Perry's Nonalcoholic Rosé All Summer

If you would’ve told me two years ago that I’d completely cut alcohol out of my life in my mid-twenties, I would’ve told you that was crazy. Yet here I am, almost four months sober and thriving. Since the sober curious movement started gaining traction, it made me second guess my relationship to booze and […]

Manifest a Rich New England Summer With These Preppy Fashion Pieces

I’m not one to wish time away, but I long for summer all year round. More specifically, I crave Cape Cod, where all of my worries wash away. I’ve been spending my summers there for the past six years, and it’s one of the most blissful places. Plus, there’s no denying that the fashions are […]

30-Love! Tennis-Inspired 'Fits for a Fresh, Sporty Spring

If you thought that tennis-core fashions were fading away, well, you’re mistaken. Zendaya‘s latest film, Challengers, comes out Friday, April 26th, and it’s already been sparking a resurgence in the tennis-centric trends that were center stage last summer. Expect to see pleated skirts, polos and dainty diamond bracelets everywhere this year. Lucky for you, it’s […]

The Springtime Fragrances That Always Earn Me Compliments

Most people switch out their closets with the seasons. As for me, I do the same thing — but with my fragrance wardrobe. The potions I’ve spritzed all winter are going back into storage to give my fresh, floral and fruity perfumes time to shine. I’ve grown quite the collection over the years (I regularly […]

Add a Chic Western Touch to Your Outfit With These 10 Items

You’ve probably seen people traipsing around wearing cowboy boots and hats for the past couple of months. What gives? Well, western trends have been on the up and up for some time now, and if Cowboy Carter was any indication, we’re about to have a western summer. So, it’s time to saddle up! If you’re […]

My Most-Worn Item of Clothing? This Smoothing $30 Bodysuit

If my friends were put in a life or death situation and they had to guess the exact outfit I was wearing, they’d easily make it out alive. Why? Either they know me to a T, or — more likely — I’m super predictable. To be honest, it’s probably the latter. My everyday uniform consists […]

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These Easy-to-Use Pads Shrink the Appearance of Pores 'In a Week' — 48% Off

Exfoliation is often the key to smoothing out skin texture and tone, brightening your complexion and, sometimes, even minimizing the look of pores. It’s so easy to go overboard on exfoliating, though. Take my advice: It’s best to avoid abrasive scrubs (these can actually cause micro-tears in your skin!), and if you’re new to exfoliation, […]

Copy Sabrina Carpenter’s 'Espresso' Music Video Look for Just $37

I could use a little espresso . . . and I’m not referring to a caffeinated drink. Sabrina Carpenter just released her latest single, “Espresso,” and it has the potential to become this summer’s theme song. The 24-year-old singer has been taking the music industry by storm, churning out hit after hit, and she’s been releasing […]

Major Sale Alert! Get Up to 70% Off Spanx Styles for a Limited Time

I’m not a loyalist to many brands . . . except for Spanx. The brand has really cracked the code when it comes to crafting stylish, comfortable clothing that makes me — and thousands of other women — feel their best. I still have my trusty pair of Spanx leather leggings hanging up in my […]

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