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For nearly 85 years Glamour has been leading the conversation about the topics women are invested in, which are more diverse, complex, and exciting than ever. We pride ourselves on offering inclusive and accessible access into the intersecting worlds of fashion, beauty, wellness, pop culture, parenting, and politics. In a world where every media brand is competing for clicks, time, comments, and likes, it’s a nonnegotiable to be able to cut through the noise and deliver content that’s not only unique but authentic.

We’re creating a level playing field where all are welcome and invited to have a seat at the table, but we’re known to speak with authority on topics we’re well-versed in or have strong opinions about. That means working tirelessly to pass paid leave in the US (an issue we’ve been at the forefront of), speaking honestly and openly about so-called taboo topics including plastic surgery, IVF and surrogacy, and traditional beauty standards. It also means offering service and trusted recommendations to our readers in the form of what to buy, what to wear, what to watch, how to advocate for yourself, how to parent without judgment, and more.

Whether we’re covering politics or pillowcases, reality TV or reproductive rights, or spotlighting the leaders and luminaries who inspire us during our annual Women of the Year celebration, Glamour remains an approachable space for women of substance with something to say.

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Meet the Glamour Editorial Team

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Samantha Barry, Editor-in-Chief
Samantha Barry is Glamour’s global editorial director for the Americas. She oversees content, development, and consumer experiences across the title’s digital, social, and video verticals for Glamour. During her tenure, Barry has transformed the annual Women of the Year Awards into an inspirational celebration, championing Glamour’s diverse community of women and led Glamour to reach record-breaking monthly audiences, and grown video content across platforms. Prior to joining Glamour, Barry served as global head of social media at CNN. She spearheaded the organization’s 2016 election coverage across social platforms, which received the first ever Edward R. Murrow Award for excellence in social media. Barry earned a Master’s in Journalism from Dublin City University and was a 2016 fellow of Columbia University’s Sulzberger Executive Leadership Program. She is also a board member for Room to Read, Ever/Body, and the Bologna Business School.

Natasha Pearlman, Executive Editor
Natasha Pearlman is Glamour’s executive editor and has more than 16 years of experience covering culture, wellness, health, parenting, and maternity issues across a number of print and digital publications in the UK and US. Most recently she spearheaded Glamour’s ASME-award-winning coverage of the lack of paid family leave in the US. British born, Natasha now resides in Brooklyn. You can follow her on IG at @tashpearlman.

Perrie Samotin, Digital Director
Perrie Samotin is Glamour’s digital director and has more than two decades of experience as a writer, editor, and digital strategist covering the intersection of style, beauty, wellness, culture, and commerce. During her time at Glamour, Perrie has written in-depth cover stories on Jennifer Hudson, Katie Holmes, and Ariana Madix, and has profiled country superstar Lanie Wilson, celebrity stylist Maeve Reilly, “the Revolve girl” Ludi Delfino, disco legend Debbie Sledge, and more. Perrie spearheads Glamour’s By Women initiative and has edited reported features about victims of sexual assault and the water crisis in South Africa, and oversaw an in-depth exploration into the state of divorce among younger Americans. Perrie was also the host of What I Wore When, a Glamour podcast produced in partnership with iHeartRadio. You can follow her on IG at @perriesamotin.

Anna Moeslein, Deputy Editor
Anna Moeslein is Glamour’s deputy editor with more than a decade of experience covering entertainment, culture, and lifestyle for digital media. Anna is also the writer of the book Glamour: 30 Years of Women Who Have Reshaped the World, which included original content and interviews with dozens of influential women including Shonda Rhimes, Diane von Furstenberg, Arianna Huffington, and Yara Shahidi. She graduated from the University of Missouri with a degree in magazine journalism, and her work has been nominated for a Webby Award for best celebrity/fan site. She lives in New York with her husband and twins. You can follow her on Instagram at @annamoeslein.

Ariana Yaptangco, Senior Beauty Editor
Ariana Yaptangco is the senior beauty editor at Glamour. A New York native, Ariana began her career at Elle magazine, where she was the social media and beauty editor for four years and published the viral feature “Racism Against the AAPI Community Is a Beauty Industry Problem.” At Glamour she writes and edits a variety of stories pertaining to beauty and wellness, including exhaustive product reviews, interviews with founders and celebrities, and reported features including an exploration into the tween obsession with luxury skin care, the viral appeal of food-inspired beauty trends, and the vital importance of Plan B. She also oversees the annual Glamour Beauty & Wellness Awards and hosts the dating video series Love on the Run. You can follow her on IG at @arianayap.

Stephanie Mcneal, Senior Editor
Stephanie McNeal is a senior editor for Glamour. Previously she was a senior culture writer at BuzzFeed News, where she also founded the trending-news team. She is the author of the book Swipe Up for More! about the influencer industry, and her 2020 BuzzFeed News feature on the multilevel marketing company LuLaRoe was turned into a podcast and a documentary on Discovery Plus. She lives in Brooklyn. Follow her on IG @stephemcneal.

Jessica Radloff, Senior West Coast Editor

Jessica Radloff is the senior West Coast editor at Glamour, covering all things entertainment, beauty, and more in Los Angeles. She joined Glamour in 2011. Jessica is also the author of the New York Times bestseller The Big Bang Theory: The Definitive, Inside Story of the Epic Hit Series, which was published in October 2022. The book is also a USA Today bestseller and was named one of New York magazine and Vulture’s best comedy books of 2022. She is a graduate of the University of Arizona with a BA in media arts, and minor in journalism and theater arts. She is a member of the Critics Choice Association, Television Critics Association, and the Screen Actors Guild, and is a Television Academy associate member. You can follow her on social media at the handles below.

Sam Reed, Senior Trending News and Entertainment Editor

Sam Reed is Glamour’s senior trending news and entertainment editor. She was previously a digital features editor at InStyle covering all things pop culture and before that was a fashion reporter at The Hollywood Reporter. You can follow her on IG at @ugh_sam_.

Danielle Sinay, Associate Beauty Editor
Danielle Sinay is a Brooklyn-based (but LA-raised) writer and editor covering beauty, wellness, body image, sex and relationships, astrology, trends, and more. Danielle holds an MSc in journalism from Columbia University’s Graduate School of Journalism, where her thesis examined TikTok’s influence on young women pursuing cosmetic injectables, and an MFA in nonfiction writing from The New School. Follow Danielle on social @daniellesinay.

Ru Wolle, Special Projects Editor
Ruhama Wolle is Glamour’s special projects editor, holding a dual master’s degree in global luxury and management with a public relations and journalism background. Covering the intersections of politics, restorative justice, film, and music—guided by an unwavering commitment to empowering women of color—her recent contributions to Glamour include working on Women of the Year, College Women of the Year, and various editorial features, including the ASME-winning piece, “28 Days,” focused on passing a national paid leave policy. She also spearheaded the groundbreaking #ShareTheMicNow campaign in 2020, which amplified Black women’s voices during global unrest over racial injustice. Follow her on IG at @ru_wolle.

Monique Wilson, Editorial Assistant

Born and bred in New York City, Monique Wilson is the editorial assistant for Glamour. A recent college graduate, she led The Blaxa, the first all-Black media group at Georgetown University, as editor-in-chief, where she wrote about entertainment and politics through the lens of race and culture. Follow her on IG @moneeeeekk.

Talley Sue Holfeld, Copy Director

Talley Sue Hohlfeld is the copy director of Glamour; her first day on the job was 2011’s Glamour Women of the Year night, when she watched Jennifer Lopez accept the honor and got hooked on the brand. She has worked as the top copyeditor at major consumer publications including McCall’s and Psychology Today since she was an intern with the American Society of Magazine Editors in 1981, during which time she met Ruth Whitney, Glamour’s longtime editor and founder of the Women of the Year Awards. Previous to Glamour, she spent 12 years at Martha Stewart Weddings as both managing editor and etiquette expert; she was on the team that won the National Magazine Award for general excellence. As part of Condé Nast’s Copy Integrity Group, Hohlfeld oversees the parent company stylebook and recently spearheaded its move to a website format. She sings alto in her church choir in Queens—a supporting role she likens to copyediting the text of her fellow editors at Glamour.

Tchesmeni Leonard, Senior Fashion Editor
Tchesmeni Leonard is the senior fashion editor at Glamour. Originally from Brooklyn, she has been deeply involved in the fashion industry for more than 14 years. Over the course of her career she has collaborated with renowned creative talents, and her work spans various brands and publications such as Vogue Japan, Cosmopolitan, Net-a-Porter, Yahoo Style, Madewell, and currently Allure, Teen Vogue, and SELF. Tchesmeni has been featured in several publications and branded content, including Essence, Into the Gloss, Cuup, and Negative Underwear, among others.

Tasha Berkowitz, Assistant Fashion Editor

Brie Schwartz, Commerce Director
Brie Schwartz is the director of commerce for Glamour and Teen Vogue. During her past 15 years in digital media, she’s written about beauty, style, travel, wellness, and relationships. She’s vetted gifts galore as Oprah Daily’s former deputy editor; tested countless sunscreens, skinny jeans, mascaras, and anti-chafing products as a site lead at Redbook; and worked with the Good Housekeeping Institute as a branded content editor. Her writing has appeared in Cosmopolitan, Esquire, Elle, Marie Claire, Seventeen, The Spruce, Woman’s Day, Women’s Health, and Men’s Health. Brie holds a master’s in journalism from Boston University and a BA in English and film from Trinity College. When she’s not helping readers source the perfect present or comfiest ballet flat, you can find her watching cheesy Christmas movies (no matter the season), or at a Broadway show. Follow her @brietaylors on Instagram.

Jenifer Calle, Senior Commerce Editor
Jenifer is the senior commerce editor at Glamour. Formerly a senior commerce editor at SELF Magazine, and commerce editor for digital trends, she updates readers on the best products, deals, and services to shop on the internet. She’s spent a lot of time writing content on lifestyle, tech, and entertainment. She believes in informing readers about products that will help them make smart buying decisions. When not writing about cool new gadgets, Jenifer can usually be found playing with her miniature dachshund.

Jake Henry Smith, Commerce Editor
Jake Henry Smith is a commerce editor at Glamour covering all things lifestyle, from style and fashion to sexual wellness. He’s constantly testing (and reviewing) products for roundups and gift guides, including cookware sets, silk pillowcases, vibrating wands, and white T-shirts. Before joining the team at Glamour, he was a writer for Prevention, focusing on health, beauty, and fitness gadgets. His work has appeared in Elle, Cosmopolitan, Harper’s Bazaar, and more. He graduated from Syracuse University in 2019 with a degree in magazine journalism. Jake is currently based in Queens and is probably scrolling through TikTok right now, looking for the next viral product.

Malia Griggs, Commerce Editor
Malia Griggs is the commerce editor at Glamour and writes about everything from gifting to sex toys. Her career spans across digital media, including reporting and editing shopping content for SELF; covering breaking news and the 2016 election as The Daily Beast’s director of social media; tweeting about and prepping high-profile guests as social media coordinator for The Colbert Report, The Daily Show, and The Nightly Show; and teaching 50+ men how to wax their chests for America’s Hottest Bachelor Contest while working at Cosmopolitan. In addition to shopping, she has written about mental health, burnout, epilepsy, race, and dating. Malia holds a BA in anthropology from the University of South Carolina and is a member of the Poynter Leadership Academy for Women in Digital Media. Originally from South Carolina, she’s lived in Brooklyn for more than a decade—and when she’s not at her laptop, she’s likely people-watching in Prospect Park, cuddling her cats, or contemplating doing stand-up. Follow her on IG @maliagriggs.

Andrea Navarro, Special Commerce Projects Editor
Andrea is the special projects commerce writer at Glamour where she writes shopping content with a focus on beauty, gift guides, and style. She's worked in digital media for over seven years and tests everything from viral TikTok makeup to best-selling leggings, lingerie, and swimwear. Her work has appeared in Brides, Teen Vogue, Pop Sugar, The Zoe Report, Women’s Wear Daily, and many more. Andrea received her Bachelor of Arts in Public Relations from Penn State University and she's worked at Glamour since 2021. When she's not writing you can find her at a reformer pilates class, on her couch watching Bravo, or curating her Instagram feed.

Leilani McQuay, Commerce Producer 
Leilani McQuay is Glamour’s fashion curator and commerce producer. She oversees all commerce story builds, keeping readers up to date on the best deals, latest trends, and must-have beauty products. Additionally, she manages partnerships and curates the best fashion finds on Glamour’s Amazon storefront. Leilani studied fashion marketing and previously worked as a fashion buyer. When she isn’t immersing herself in e-commerce, you can find her in her studio, making jewelry or hanging out with her pup, Bonzai. Follow @leilanimcquay for her latest creations and OOTDs.


Product Reviews and Testing

While we like to say that we basically shop for a living, there’s truth to that statement. Our commerce team spends their days hunting for deals, perusing racks at actual stores, going to fashion shows and showrooms, and relentlessly testing products to bring you independent and honest reviews. Our selections are based on our research, personal experience (there’s not a T-shirt or sunscreen on our pages that we, or someone we trust, hasn’t worn). Plus, we do our share of late-night TikTok scrolling so we can vet those viral products that look too good to be true (spoiler: most shapewear ads are fake news, but Rare beauty really is worth the hype). And yes, we do sometimes earn a commission (more on that later) from what you purchase from our links, but we’ll never endorse anything that we don’t stand behind, or in the case of shoes, have literally stood in. We also work closely with leading industry experts to make sure that anything we’re recommending, especially in the health and wellness space, has been reviewed by a medical professional.

When our editors, readers, and trusted network of contributors test anything—from makeup, to SPF for babies or hyaluronic acid serum—it’s in real life settings. All the diaper bags we recommend are put through their paces on the playground, the running shorts have survived marathons, and the full coverage foundations were applied by us to give you an honest depiction of how the products will fit into your life.

Of course, it's not possible to test everything we feature ourselves, so if we haven’t gotten our hands on the product, we refer to verified customer reviews, consult with experts, and rely on our existing knowledge of the brands we’re covering.

How We Test Beauty

For the past 20 years, Glamour has published its annual Beauty and Wellness Awards in which we’ve featured thousands of products that have made an indelible mark on our—and your—routines, from innovative drugstore finds to luxury makeup. We also call on you to help shape our Reader’s Choice portion of the awards, in which our loyal readers get the chance to vote on the products they believe are the best of the best. While our editors are all passionate about what we like, we also often tap into a network of professionals—including board-certified physicians—to help us fact check brand claims and break down the efficacy of various ingredients and formulas.

Here’s more on how we test makeup, haircare and skincare:

Makeup

In the case of makeup, we quite simply wear it–for at least 12 hours to a full week–taking into account different scenarios and environments. We make sure that whoever is sampling the product is trying one that’s meant for their specific skin type (there’s no point in a 20-year-old reviewing concealer designed for mature skin). We then provide different lists of criteria for our reviewers to comment on based on the product’s claims. We also ask fellow Glamour editors, and our broader network if they have any favorite products to share, or to test out makeup that’s starting to gain attention on social media. The end result is always the most honest review possible.

Haircare

For our haircare reviews, like the best dry shampoo, we consider each products' performance on various types, textures, colors, and curl patterns–as well as their packaging, value, innovation, and scent. We ask our reviewers to try the product for at least a week. When testing tools, like curling irons, we also ask our volunteers to try them at least three times, assessing things like ease of use and whether they deliver on their promise. We also call on our network to share testimonies of the products they already own and love.

Skincare

Skincare products and at-home dermatological tools come with lofty claims and, often, prices to match. When our editors and reviewers test new creams, serums, oils, masks, and other so-called skin saviors, we hold these claims accountable. We ask that anyone who is trying something on behalf of Glamour tests it for as long as our experts say it’ll take to see results, whether it’s weeks or months. We’re not here to oversell. We also ask that they focus on reviewing one type of product that zeroes in on a specific skin concern at a time, so they can more accurately review the results. For instance they’ll only try one dark spot corrector or LED face mask for the recommended time so they can speak to the efficacy.

How We Test Clothing

Whether we’re writing about dresses, mid-rise jeans, (actually) comfortable walking sandals or designer bags, you can rely on our suggestions because we’re unapologetically honest about what’s worth your money. We aim to wear the majority of what we recommend, and you’ll often see us doing so on our site (yes, that’s our commerce writer doing shapewear sit tests). If we can’t test and wash every item we want to feature, you can bet they’ll be from brands that already have earned our trust, even the ones on Amazon. We make it our mission to get out and view as many new collections as we possibly can–we attend press viewings and Fashion Weeks, meet designers, and visit studios to get a fully-formed understanding of any given brand.

How We Vet Performance-Wear

We ask that testers try performance garments at least three times and launder them. Reviewers consider comfort, size range, washability, value, sweat-wicking capabilities, and performance. Did they constantly have to hike up their leggings? Was the built-in bra tank difficult to get on? Did the sneaker laces stay tied throughout the entire run? You get the picture.

How We Vet Lingerie

We also specialize in basics, regularly testing lingerie and undergarments, whether that's a sticky bra or no-show socks. Everything in this category has been worn for at least a full day by us or by people we trust. We consider each piece across six pillars: price, size range, quality, comfort level across all body shapes, design and washability.

How We Vet our Baby and Child Content

We look directly to the pros: the parents on our team. We also call on other mothers and fathers in our network to share their opinions on products–from toddler toys to baby sunscreen–that their children love (or at least tolerate), and they often volunteer their own littles to trial products. In addition, we consult experts in the field of education, and medical professionals to ensure that anything we’re suggesting touches your child’s skin, or that they play with, is 100 percent safe.

How We Test Sex Toys

Glamour editors and a tightly-curated group of freelance sexual wellness writers and certified sex and relationship therapists have been testing new releases in the sex toys space for the past decade. One of our writers has tried over 600 vibrators (and yes, she has the receipts).

Our diverse bank of reviewers trial the toys on different body parts during solo play and with partner(s) looking at them from every angle. They consider:

  • Material: All of the toys we recommend have a body-safe silicone or ABS plastic, which won’t trap bacteria or moisture inside.
  • Battery life or USB charger: They should last for at least 2 hours on one charge, or battery.
  • Cost: You can get a great budget-friendly sex toy for $17 or splurge on a diamond-encrusted luxury sex toy, but our reviewers know that more money doesn’t mean better, so we assess the value.
  • Warranty
  • Ease of use
  • How discreet the packaging is
  • Noise-level
  • Number and power of settings and vibrations

Affiliate Disclosure

All products are independently selected by our editors. If you buy something, we may earn an affiliate commission.

Our Mission to Champion Inclusivity in Commerce

It should go without saying that we have an unwavering commitment to championing inclusivity and diversity through all our content. In terms of commerce specifically, our experts and reviewers represent a wide range of ages, backgrounds, and identities and we aim to ensure that all the products we feature are available in not only a multitude of skin tones and sizes, but also prices. We love a drugstore find as much as a luxury item. In addition, you'll find us championing small and independent retailers alongside global brands, and we’re especially proud to spotlight women-owned brands.

About Glamour Coupons

Glamour is about to turn 85 (!) and it’s been our mission from day one to provide real value to our readers. We started sharing promo codes with you in 2022 as a natural extension of all of the sales coverage we do. As commerce editors who quite literally shop for a living, we know how frustrating it can be to come across a coupon that’s expired, doesn’t work, or can’t be applied to that one item you’re most excited to buy. That’s why we vet everything ourselves, working with over 700 brands to only provide you with the discount codes that’ll actually save you money.

Disclosure

At Glamour we value transparency, and that’s why we think it’s important to disclose how we benefit when you use one of these coupons–beyond the sheer joy of helping you save, of course. When our codes are used, we may earn affiliate revenue, but that doesn’t impact our neutrality when selecting, reviewing, or recommending products. At the end of the day, we’re all journalists here.

Why Should you Trust Glamour Coupons?

Whether it’s an exclusive offer we’ve secured from our favorite retailers (our commerce director is currently filling her cart with Boden), or a short-term discount to help you snag the best Mother’s Day gift, all the codes you’ll find on our pages have been hand-chosen by our team because we believe you’ll benefit from them.

Where Do We Find Our Coupons?

We take pride in having our fingers to the pulse on all the latest style trends (mesh ballet flats, anyone?) so while our writers are perusing countless stores (IRL and online), meeting designers, and attending fashion weeks, they’re also hunting down the best discounts to make all their fab finds more accessible. Sometimes we team up with brands to get you special access to vouchers. We also sign up for our beloved retailers’ newsletters, subscribe to every text notification, you name it, to keep you all in the know. Plus, we work closely with experts at Webgears who search high and low to send us the best new deals they find as soon as they’re available. Their dedicated teams work around the clock to help us identify the latest on the web.

How Does the Testing Work?

By the time they reach our site, each code has been tested multiple times and will continue to be routinely tested while they’re live to spare you any headaches. We make sure all the terms and conditions are up to date, and double (and triple) check the discount value, minimum order, product restrictions, errors, and of course, the expiration date (though even then we re-test it because–fun fact–sometimes codes will still be applicable). If at any point a code is invalid, we’ll remove it from our pages. Yes, it’s a lot of work but it’s worth it to make sure that everything we’re recommending is legit.

Who Carries Out the Testing?

We do! Our team of commerce writers and editors are all journalists at our core, which means we’re invested in bringing you authentic reviews across all of our content–whether we’re vetting luxury LED face masks or the discount codes to help make them more affordable. When you buy something, we make sure you’re getting the savings you expect, which is why we manually verify everything.

If you have any questions, concerns, or feedback you would like to provide about Glamour coupons, you can reach our team at coupons@glamour.com.

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