Lauren Balsamo
Beauty Director
Lauren Balsamo is the beauty director at Cosmopolitan where she writes, edits, and produces all types of beauty content—from product reviews to personal essays and trend reports. She has covered beauty for more than a decade at Cosmopolitan. Follow her on Instagram.
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Latest from Lauren Balsamo
9 Best New Face Sunscreens to Use This Summer and Beyond, Tested and Approved by Cosmo Beauty Editors
Not only do these formulas provide ample sun protection, they feel amazing on the skin too.
Kylie Jenner Debuts Bleached Brows at the 2026 Met Gala
Her look is proof that a face full of neutrals doesn’t need to be boring.
18 International Cosmopolitan Editors Share Their Beauty Must-Haves for Summer
Including everything from indie perfumes and locally-loved eyeliners to universal favorites.
Best of the Beauty Closet: 20 New Products Cosmo Editors Tried and Loved This April
Including a travel-friendly Dyson dryer, Coachella-approved sheet mask, a long-lasting bronzer stain, and more.
It’s Time to Vote for the 2026 Cosmopolitan Readers’ Choice Beauty Awards
Yup, we wanna hear from YOU.
Cosmo HQ Review: 3 Acne-Prone Editors on EltaMD’s New SPF for Breakouts
The cult-favorite UV Clear now comes in a new version specifically formulated to address acne.
Retinol and Vitamin C: Why Dermatologists Still Recommend These Two Ingredients Over Everything Else
Plus intel on how to successfully use them together.
Editor Vetted: The 10 Best Hair Straighteners and Flat Irons for Silky, Frizz-Free Hair
Cosmo editors get smooth and shiny results after every use.
Best of the Beauty Closet: 20 New Products We Tried and Loved in March
From beloved brands like YSL, Ilia, Tatcha, and more.
Can One Cleanser Really Do the Job of Two? I Put Neuraé’s New Formula to the Test
The multitasker promises to melt makeup and deep-clean pores in one go.
7 Short Hairstyles That Stunned at the 2026 Oscars
Bobs and pixies continue to be the most popular hair looks of the moment.
Our Favorite Hair, Makeup, and Nail Looks From the 2026 Oscars Were a Master Class in Spring Beauty Trends
Including deep side parts, rosy cheeks, pastel lids, and ballet-inspired nails.
