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Jessica Harrington

Editor, Beauty

Jessica Harrington is the Beauty Editor at POPSUGAR, where she writes about hair, makeup, skin care, piercings, tattoos, and more. As a New York City-based writer and editor with a degree in journalism and over six years of industry experience, she loves to interview industry experts, keep up with the latest trends, and test new products. You can occasionally find Jessica in front of the camera in beauty videos across Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube. Prior to POPSUGAR, Jessica worked for publications such as Makeup.com, Skincare.com, SheFinds, The Zoe Report, AHAlife, and more.

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Latest Posts From Jessica

Do You Really Need to Wash Your Hair Before a Haircut? It Depends

YESTERDAY

Do You Really Need to Wash Your Hair Before a Haircut? It Depends

Visiting a professional for a new haircut should be a relaxing, enjoyable experience, but sometimes not knowing proper salon etiquette can get in the way of that.

This Hair Oil Treatment Has Transformed the Look and Feel of My Hair

YESTERDAY

This Hair Oil Treatment Has Transformed the Look and Feel of My Hair

I'm forever on a quest to achieve shiny, mirror-like hair that just exudes health.

31 Beauty Advent Calendars That Will Make You Feel Like a Kid Again

10/13/2023

31 Beauty Advent Calendars That Will Make You Feel Like a Kid Again

There's no gift that keeps on giving quite like a beauty Advent calendar.

Dua Lipa's Tattoo Collection Has Been Growing Since 2015

10/13/2023

Dua Lipa's Tattoo Collection Has Been Growing Since 2015

Dua Lipa's tattoos have been the source of inspiration for many tattoo appointments — though, if we're being honest, the "Sweetest Pie" singer has heavily influenced many different areas of our beauty routines.

Scorpio Tattoo Ideas to Inspire Your Next Ink

10/13/2023

Scorpio Tattoo Ideas to Inspire Your Next Ink

Body art is highly personal; it stays on your skin for the rest of your life (unless you choose to have it removed, of course).

Milk Tea Is the Flattering Hair Color Taking Over Instagram

10/13/2023

Milk Tea Is the Flattering Hair Color Taking Over Instagram

Switching up your hair color is one of the easiest ways to enter a new era in your life.

The Pouf Hairstyle Is Making a Comeback

10/12/2023

The Pouf Hairstyle Is Making a Comeback

If you went to school any time in the 2000s, you likely remember seeing hallways littered with UGG boots, PINK sweatshirts (with no less than two tank tops underneath), and the pouf hairstyle.

This $16 Amazon Nail Repair Kit Has Saved My Manicure Countless Times

10/11/2023

This $16 Amazon Nail Repair Kit Has Saved My Manicure Countless Times

As a former nail biter (a habit I've had through my entire childhood, only shaking it in college), I take great pride in my manicures.

"Glow Up" Contestants: Where Are They Now?

10/11/2023

"Glow Up" Contestants: Where Are They Now?

As we begin watching the new and exciting episodes in season five of "Glow Up" on Netflix, we must not forget about the contestants from seasons one, two, three, and four who sent us into binge-watching mode in the first place and served tons of makeup inspiration along the way.

Gwen Stefani's Natural Hair Color May Surprise You

10/11/2023

Gwen Stefani's Natural Hair Color May Surprise You

Gwen Stefani has been platinum blond for so long, the shade is just as much of her signature as red lipstick.

10/11/2023

Scarlett Johansson's The Outset is More Than a Celebrity Beauty Brand

Scarlett Johansson worked on The Outset, her new skin-care brand, for almost five years now before it officially hit the market in 2022.

The Celebrity Halloween Manicures Are Coming In Hot

10/10/2023

The Celebrity Halloween Manicures Are Coming In Hot

Some people prepare for Halloween by putting out decorations.