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Bethany Heitman

Bethany Heitman

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Bethany Heitman is a lifestyle writer and editor with more than 15 years of experience, and she's worked for some of the largest media brands in the world. She covers beauty, fashion, tech, entertainment and more.

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15 Makeup Mistakes That Could Make You Look Older

Avoid tacking on extra years with makeup tips and tricks from the pros
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12 Red Flags You’re About to Get a Bad Haircut

Arm yourself with these tips so you never have to hide under a hat after a trip to the salon
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I Tried TikTok’s Rice Water for Hair Trick—and After 4 Weeks, My Hair Felt Thicker and Looked Shinier

This ancient Japanese beauty trick is popping up all over social media. But can using rice water for hair really give you shiny, thick strands? I tested it out.