Pia Velasco
HelloGiggles.com
New York, NY, United States
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10 of the Best Anti-Frizz Products for Every Hair Type
Hairstylists broke down the top 10 best anti-frizz products for every hair type, from shampoos and conditioners to serums and sprays. Find the best frizz control products here. → Read More
These Makeup Brushes Will Help You Create the Perfect *Lewk* Every Time
When applying makeup, it's important to have top-notch makeup brushes. Having the right tools can completely elevate your look, so here, we compiled the best makeup brushes for your face, eyes, and lips. We included makeup brush sets, affordable makeup brushes, eye makeup brushes, and more. → Read More
Gen-Z's Skincare Whisperer Shares the Simple Routine He Follows for Clear Skin
Hyram Yarbro shares his everyday skincare routine with HelloGiggles. Here, he explains his philosophy and the products he uses to keep his combination skin clear, healthy, and youthful. → Read More
Celebrity Hairstylist, David Lopez, on Defying Gender Norms in Latinx Culture
As a genderfluid Latinx person, hairstylist David Lopez had to navigate what gender meant to him. He talks to HelloGiggles on expressing himself through beauty. → Read More
The 9 Best Hair Dryers For Every Hair Type and Budget
A good hair day starts with a high-quality hair dryer. Here, we list the nine best hair dryers for every hair type, curl pattern, and texture—from Dyson and Revlon to ghd and Conair, here are our picks for every budget. → Read More
Jenna Ortega Keeps Her Skin Clear With Drugstore Beauty Products
Jenna Ortega Keeps Her Skin Clear With Drugstore Beauty Products → Read More
We Asked Dermatologists If We Have to Use Face Toner, and Here's the Scoop
We examine what face toner actually does, how to use it, and the best face toner to try. Plus, we talk to a dermatologist to find out whether or not you need to add it to your skin care regimen. → Read More
Like Vacuums, These 9 Clay Masks Will Suck Gunk Out From Your Face
One of the best skincare products you can use to control blemishes and excess oil is a clay mask. However, there are many types of clay and hundreds of clay masks on the market, so we tapped two skincare experts to share everything there is to know on clay masks and which are the best ones. → Read More
These 7 Tinted Moisturizers Will Give Your Skin the Healthiest Glow
These 7 tinted moisturizers will let your natural skin shine and breathe and work for all skin types. → Read More
If You Like Smelling Good, You Should Stock Up On These Fragrance Deals RN
Take advantage of the 2021 Nordstrom Anniversary Sale to stock up on your favorite perfumes and scented candles, thanks to the crazy-good fragrance deals. From award-winning perfumes to budget-friendly candles that look super high-end, here are the 12 fragrance deal we're taking advantage of now. Here's to saving! → Read More
I Test Beauty Products For a Living, and These Are the Makeup Deals Worth Shopping RN
It's the 2021 Nordstrom Anniversary sale, and we're taking advantage of the best makeup deals while supplies last. From our favorite concealer that covers up the darkest under eye circles to a long-lasting lipstick we can't stop talking about, here's what we're buying right now. → Read More
This Olaplex Treatment Made My Hair Softer and Healthier Than Ever Before
The Olaplex cult lives up to the hype. After hearing about the brand for years, I finally tried the No. 8 Moisture Mask. After just one use, my hair looked shinier, felt softer, and my curls looked so well-defined. I used it in combination with the No. 3 Hair Perfector and got even better results. Read my full review here. → Read More
Glossier's New Bronzer Gave Me the Goddess Glow of My Dreams
And it stays put all day despite the sticky, summer heat. → Read More
Here's How Dr. Pimple Popper Keeps Her Skin Bump-Free
Sandra Lee, aka Dr. Pimple Popper, is the Internet's go-to dermatologist, so we asked her what her skincare routine looks like so we can get tips from the expert. Here, she shares her go-to skincare products, such as a Neutrogena cream, SLMD cleansers, and Aquaphor. → Read More
These Razors Will Give You the Smoothest Shave of Your Life
The best razors for women include ones that are sustainable, miniature, have an ergonomic grip, and use blades so sharp they leave your skin feeling as smooth as a dolphin's skin. We've tested dozens of hair removal tools, and we're confident that these are the best razors for women—from Gillette and Schick to Bille. → Read More
These 9 Cleansing Balms Will Wipe Away the Day and Keep Your Skin Soft
Everybody needs a good cleanser in their skincare routine, and it needs to work for their skin type. Here, we round up nine of the best cleansing balms that will remove makeup, control acne, work for anti-aging, and nourish the skin. Discover picks from Drunk Elephant, Farmacy, POND'S, and more. → Read More
These 9 Body Exfoliators Will Keep Your Skin Bump-Free All Year
Achieve head-to-toe smooth skin with the help of body exfoliators. Here, find the best lotions, creams, serums, and wipes infused with AHAs and BHAs that will correct uneven skin texture and ingrown hairs. We include brands such as CeraVe, Dr. Dennis Gross, Paula's Choice, and more—so there's something at every price. → Read More
Here's How Mindy Kaling's Esthetician Keeps Her Skin Youthful and Glowy
Joanna Vargas is a celebrity esthetician and facialist with thirty years of experience, and her approach is holistic and science-forward. (It's why people like Mindy Kaling, Julianne Moore, and Elisabeth Moss love her!). Her, she shares the skincare routine she follows every day to keep her skin glowing and youthful. → Read More
Minimize the Appearance of Large Pores with These 9 Makeup Primers
We know we can't erase our pores or permanently reduce their size, but we can use pore-minimizing makeup primers that give skin a blurred-out effect. Here, find the best primers for large pores, including some from Maybelline, COVERGIRL, e.l.f., Benefit Cosmetics, and more. Say goodbye to greasy, shiny skin. → Read More
14 Skincare Products Celebrity MUA Nam Vo Uses to Get Her #DewyDumpling Look
Nam Vo rose to fame for her #dewydumplings Instagram posts where she shows followers how to achieve glowy, radiant skin. Here, she shares the skincare products she uses at morning and night to get her dewy-looking skin. From the drugstore tool that gives her "glass-like skin" to the $450 night cream she uses. → Read More