Marisa Petrarca
Marisa Petrarca is a contributing beauty writer for Cosmopolitan.com. In the rare case that she’s not working on a story, you can find her testing new makeup, skin, or hair launches, binge-watching bad reality TV, or diligently working (but failing) to get her inbox to zero. Her work has appeared on The Zoe Report, POPSUGAR, and GRAZIA USA, among others. Follow her on Instagram for corgi photos and shameless self-promotion.
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Latest from Marisa Petrarca

The Collagen Creams That Actually Work to Smooth and Tighten Your Skin, According to Dermatologists and Cosmo Editors
PSA: Collagen isn’t doing what you think it is.

8 Best Zero Wall Recliners Perfect for Maximizing Your Teeny Living Room
These seats glide forward as you lean back, so you can kick back and relax while saving square footage.

40 Best Marathon Sign Ideas to Hype up Your Favorite Runner
Behold: The perfect mix of motivation and mild embarrassment to help them power through.

10 Noncomedogenic Foundations That Won’t Clog Your Pores or Cause Breakouts—Trust
Your pores are gonna love these picks.


11 Best Lightweight Luggage Picks to Make Travel Days Much Less Painful
Because bopping around the airport shouldn't feel like a workout!

15 Best Storage Ottomans if You Need to Stash Extra Sh*t But Want It to Look Chic
Clutter? What clutter?

We Tested the Owala and Stanley Tumblers to Determine Which One Deserves Your Hard-Earned $$$
Read this before you hit purchase on either, mmkay?

10 Genius Shoe Storage Ideas for Small Spaces That’ll Make You Feel Like an HGTV Star
Aka proof you can keep your killer kicks collection even if you move into a teeny apartment.


The 10 Best Duffel Bags for Travel if You Want Something Practical but Still Chic
"Where’d you get that?" — Everyone at the airport/train station/bus stop.

12 Best Underseat Luggage Options That'll Totally Up Your Travel Game
Checked bag? Never heard of her.