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New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

Washington Square News

"The first thought that popped into my head the moment I opened the color stick was that it looked like a giant crayon." The writer describes her experience using the popular Milk lip and cheek stick. (Staff Illustration by Min Ji Kim)

Mediocre MILK Makeup

Despite MILK Makeup Lip + Cheek’s cult following online, it simply didn’t live up to the hype.
Madison San Miguel, Contributing Writer October 17, 2019

In the world of dewy complexions and multi-use products, MILK Makeup is one of those beauty brands that everyone knows and loves. With its minimalistic packaging and exceptional...

Some students used to wear makeup every day in high school but choose not to after they came to college. (Photo by Jennifer Kang)

Students Call it Quits on Makeup

No makeup, no problem.
Joyce Shin, Contributing Writer April 24, 2019

Whether we want it to happen or not, being a college student forces us to give up aspects of our old lifestyles, whether it’s a healthy diet, regular sleep or makeup. As a Sephora...

Global liberal studies freshmen Marie-Louise Onga Nana wears colorful eyeshadow for a week.

I Wore Colorful Eyeshadow for Seven Days

Letting my true colors shine through makeup.
Marie-Louise Onga Nana, Contributing Writer February 20, 2019

Vivid pinks, yellows and neon greens were splashed across the BH Cosmetics Take Me To Brazil Palette inspired by Carnival in Rio de Janeiro. I bought it a year ago the with the...

Mehhma Malhi not wearing her foundation vs. wearing her foundation. (Photo by Mehhma Malhi)

I Tried Going Foundation-Free for Seven Days

Not as easy as you might think.
Mehhma Malhi, Contributing Writer February 7, 2019

I usually wear a little makeup to class every day. Primer, mascara and sometimes an eyebrow pencil are a few of my everyday essentials. But, most importantly, I dab on some foundation...

(Illustration by Sophia Di Iorio)

This Year, Take a Look at Your Daily Routine

NYU students’ beauty and style resolutions for 2019.
Taylor Jeffries, Staff Writer January 31, 2019

Despite recent pushback against the notion of New Year’s resolutions, the less cynical among us continue to dream up better versions of themselves each Jan. 1. For some, that...

(Illustration by Sophia Di Iorio)

The (Not So) Life-Changing Magic of Tidying up Your Makeup

These are the ‘clean' ingredients your makeup bag needs.
Carol Lee, Beauty & Style Editor January 31, 2019

In May 2018, Sephora launched its “Clean at Sephora” sticker likely looking to capitalize on the wellness movement that Gwyneth Paltrow’s Goop has made infamous in recent...

Chanel Atelier, a new beauty store in Soho, Jan. 25, New York City (Staff Photo by Alina Patrick).

Chanel Opens the Ultimate Chic Beauty Destination

The chic beauty workshop that we’ve all been waiting for comes courtesy of Chanel’s newest project.
Carol Lee, Beauty & Style Editor January 28, 2019

Nestled in the depths of SoHo on 120.5 Wooster St., the brand new Atelier Beauté Chanel opened at exactly 12 p.m. on Jan. 25 to little fanfare. The opening hadn’t been aggressively...

A woman wears coral earmuffs in the streets of SoHo, New York. (Photo by Jorene He)

Living Coral Splashes Into 2019

Coral is making a comeback.
Bella Gil, Staff Writer January 28, 2019

The ultimate authority on color, paint brand Pantone, recently named Living Coral the 2019 Color of the Year. The bright orange-pink hue is a stark contrast with last year’s...

Organic Coconut Melt from Kopari Beauty. (via koparibeauty.com)

Natural Products That’ll Keep You Glowing Through the Winter

Snow and wind are no excuse for dull cheeks.
Matigan King, Contributing Writer December 5, 2018
Snow and wind are no excuse for dull cheeks.
Food used for makeup. (Photo by Calais Watkins)

How to Do Your Makeup and Eat It Too

No, we aren’t running out of ideas —what makes you think that?
Calais Watkins, Staff Writer November 29, 2018
No, we aren’t running out of ideas —what makes you think that?
Erin Peden sits with her friends at Dragcon.

Die Hard Fans Dress to Impress at DragCon

Fans of RuPaul's Drag Race dressed to impress at DragCon last weekend.
Tess Tamar, Contributing Writer October 2, 2018
Fans of RuPaul's Drag Race dressed to impress at DragCon last weekend.