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Pia Velasco

(She/Her)
  • Beauty, Wellness and Travel Editor, Freelance
  • Writer, Leaning Out Newsletter
  • None, Freelance, Leaning Out Newsletter
  • None, Freelance / Leaning Out Newsletter
New York
As seen in: Leaning Out Newsletter, MSN, Yahoo Entertainment, Yahoo Life, Yahoo Canada, Yahoo News Australia, Yahoo News Malaysia, Yahoo News New Zealand, Yahoo News Philippines, Yahoo Singapore, Aol and
Covers:  Beauty & Wellness
Beauty & Wellness Expert Author of the #LeaningOut Newsletter Former magazine editor now dedicated to slow living Pitch me: pia@piavelasco.com

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Pia Velasco’s Biography

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Pia has over a decade of editorial experience, having worked at publications such as InStyle and Vogue, and has written for others such as Marie Claire, ELLE, Coveteur, Goop, and more.

Pia received a Bachelor of Arts in creative writing from New York University and her Master of Science in journalism from Columbia University.

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The ChatGPT of Fragrance Has Arrived

The ChatGPT of Fragrance Has Arrived

Artificial intelligence (AI) has gotten nosy and started challenging the classical paradigms of fragrance dis…

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Everything You Didn't Think You Needed to Know About LED

Everything You Didn't Think You Needed to Know About LED

Here's a fact that sounds straight out of Mad Libs: The first light-emitting LED was created in 1962, but it …

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Fragrance Is Coming for Your Children

Fragrance Is Coming for Your Children

In the U.S. alone, the baby care industry is forecasted to increase revenue between 2023 and 2028 by 89 milli…

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The Insider’s Guide to Scent Designing Your Home

The Insider’s Guide to Scent Designing Your Home

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Whole Body Deodorants Are Suddenly Everywhere

Whole Body Deodorants Are Suddenly Everywhere

Most of us are familiar with the funk of BO, which happens when sweat interacts with bacteria that naturally …

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You're About to See More Vibrators On Store Shelves

You're About to See More Vibrators On Store Shelves

As department stores launch and expand their sexual wellness offerings, prioritizing female pleasure becomes …

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Avoid These 10 Spray Tan Mistakes to Get Your Most Radiant, Even Glow Yet Original

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By Pia Velasco, Hallie Gould Verified
| Byrdie Verified
Daniel Faro / Death to Stock Key Takeaways Spray tans are one of the safest, easiest ways to achieve a summer glow, but if you’ve ever gotten different results than you’d hoped, it may have been due to the wrong prep, products, or aftercare. Listen to your spray tan artist’s directions on timing and technique, and be sure to arrive with loose clothing and your skin free of oil-based or fragranced products. Getting a spray tan can make you feel like a million bucks.
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The 12 Best Self-Tanners for a Natural, Sun-Kissed Glow, According to Dermatologists and Our Editors

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By Maggie Panos Verified, Pia Velasco
| Prevention Verified
Works in 1-2 hours Great for layering Leaves a streak-free glow Only comes in one shade Fades quickly after a shower St. Tropez is on the pricier end when it comes to sunless tanners, but the quality is hard to beat. “This is a go-to for patients who want flexibility in how deep their color develops as it can be left on for up to three hours to build gradually,” says Dr. Garshick.
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16 Spring-Ready Ombré Nail Looks, From Subtle French Tips to Pearlescent Finishes Original

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By Jennifer Hussein Verified, Pia Velasco
| InStyle Verified
Ombré can be worked into so many nail designs for spring. Credit: @gossipandgloss Ombré nail designs are a simple way to create a striking, blended gradient effect, with endless variations like aura, chrome, glitter, and seasonal color palettes. The trend is highly customizable—whether DIY or salon-made, you can personalize with colors, textures, finishes, and patterns to match your style or mood.
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