Pia Velasco

Pia is the Sr. Beauty and Fashion Editor at HelloGiggles. She has held positions at Good Housekeeping, Woman's Day, Prevention, and People en Español, and has written for Elite Daily and Bustle. She received a Bachelor of Arts in creative writing from New York University and her Master of Science in journalism from Columbia University. Pia enjoys sharing dog memes, reading mystery books, and practicing yoga. Follow her on Instagram @piavela_

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10 of the Best Anti-Frizz Products for Every Hair Type

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Flyaways, begone!

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These Makeup Brushes Will Help You Create the Perfect *Lewk* Every Time

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You'll finally get your contour right.

Gen-Z's Skincare Whisperer Shares the Simple Routine He Follows for Clear Skin

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Plus, the one product Hyram Yarbro calls his "guilty pleasure"

Celebrity Hairstylist, David Lopez, on Defying Gender Norms in Latinx Culture

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"I had to explore my femininity and the way I experience gender and beauty."

The 9 Best Hair Dryers For Every Hair Type and Budget

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Including a top-notch pick for people with curly hair.

Here's How Jenna Ortega Keeps Her Skin Clear With Drugstore Beauty Products

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Including the celeb-loved clay mask for battling "aggressive breakouts."

We Asked Dermatologists If We Have to Use Face Toner, and Here's the Scoop

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If you haven't been using one, you'll run to buy one immediately.

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These 9 Clay Masks Will Suck Gunk From Your Face Like a Vacuum

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Including the TikTok-famous pick that "annihilates pores."

The 8 Best Retinol Products to Keep Your Skin Clear and Smooth

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Including picks gentle enough for your eye area.

We Asked Dermatologists If We Have to Use Face Toner, and Here's the Scoop

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If you haven't been using one, you'll run to buy one immediately.

These 9 Clay Masks Will Suck Gunk From Your Face Like a Vacuum

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Including the TikTok-famous pick that "annihilates pores."

The 8 Best Retinol Products to Keep Your Skin Clear and Smooth

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Including picks gentle enough for your eye area.

These 23 Travel-Sized Beauty Products Will Make Packing a Breeze

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From portable razors to compact hairdryers.

These 7 Tinted Moisturizers Will Give Your Skin the Healthiest Glow

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They'll let your natural skin shine and breathe.

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If You Like Smelling Good, You Should Stock Up On These Fragrance Deals RN

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The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale has the best-scented perfumes and candles.

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The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale includes our favorite concealer and lipstick.

These Are the 10 Red Lipsticks We've Been Using For Years

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We're loyal to our picks from NARS, Maybelline, Fenty, and more.

This Olaplex Treatment Made My Hair Softer and Healthier Than Ever Before

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It adds 2x more shine, 4x more hydration, and 6x more smoothness after just one use.

Glossier's New Bronzer Gave Me the Goddess Glow of My Dreams

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And it stays put all day despite the sticky, summer heat.

Here's How Dr. Pimple Popper Keeps Her Skin Bump-Free

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For Sandra Lee, less is more.

These Razors Will Give You the Smoothest Shave of Your Life

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From a cute mini razor perfect for travel to a two-in-one option great for sensitive skin.

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Here's How Ashley Graham's Hairstylist Keeps Her Long Hair Shiny and Strong

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Plus, Justine Marjan shares her favorite drugstore products.

These 9 Cleansing Balms Will Wipe Away the Day and Keep Your Skin Soft

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Including picks from POND'S and Drunk Elephant.

These 9 Body Exfoliators Will Keep Your Skin Bump-Free All Year

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Ingrown hairs? No, thanks.

Here's How Mindy Kaling's Esthetician Keeps Her Skin Youthful and Glowy

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"I go to bed with slimy lips and slimy hands."

These 10 Exfoliating Face Washes Will Keep Your Skin Crystal Clear

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They use physical and chemical exfoliants.

The Best Blue Shampoos for Keeping Brunette Hair Glossy, Not Brassy

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Two experts break down the best ways to use them and what to avoid.

These 17 AHA- and BHA-Infused Skincare Products Will Give You Super Smooth Skin

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Including a Drew Barrymore-approved mask.