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A Trusted Friend in a Complicated World

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Elizabeth Shapouri Mead

location-pin Brooklyn, New York

School: New York University

Expertise: beauty & fashion

Elizabeth Shapouri Mead

  • Award-winning beauty and style writer
  • Published in Magnolia Journal, New York Magazine and Marie Claire and online at Allure.com, Glamour.com, GoodHousekeeping.com, Harpersbazaar.com, Business of Fashion and TheVioletGrey.com
  • National Magazine Award for Personal Service

Experience

Beth is a National Magazine Award–winning beauty and style writer who loves to break down complicated topics, track trends and obsess over skin-care innovations. She's held staff positions at Glamour.com and Us Weekly and written about health, wellness and lifestyle for Reader's Digest, Marie Claire, Allure.com, Glamour.com, GoodHousekeeping.com, Harpersbazaar.com, Magnolia Journal, New York Magazine, Business of Fashion and many others. She lives in Brooklyn, where she negotiates for space with her husband and dog. (The dog usually wins.)

Education

New York University
BA, Journalism

Articles

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The Best Skin-Care Routine for Oily Skin, According to Dermatologists

We have the steps and products it takes to create a great skin-care routine for oily skin—straight from dermatologists
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The Best Skin Care for Men, According to Dermatologists

Who says men don't need a regular skin-care routine?
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13 Best Gel Nail Polishes for a Chip-Free Manicure

With these best gel nail polishes, you can have salon-quality manicures without the cost or even leaving the comfort of your home.