Marissa DeSantis

Marissa DeSantis is a contributing commerce beauty writer for Bustle Digital Group, creating shoppable content for Bustle, Elite Daily, and The Zoe Report. Additionally, she is a freelance writer covering a range of topics including beauty, wellness, fashion, entertainment, and dance. Marissa's bylines have appeared digitally and in print for publications such as Teen Vogue, InStyle, Allure, and Dance Magazine. She has a bachelor's degree in communications and journalism from Rider University, where she got her editorial start interning in the beauty closet at Lucky Magazine. When she isn't sat at the computer writing, Marissa can be found planning for her next trip, eating her way through every pasta dish in NYC (and everywhere else, tbh), or adding to the beauty products and records that have essentially taken over her apartment.

You can follow Marissa on Twitter and Instagram @marissdesantis and learn more about her work on her LinkedIn.

Beauty

This Iconic Y2K Brand Has Finally Forayed Into Skin Care — & It's The Perfect Gift For The Holidays

Shaving just go so much more fun.

By Marissa DeSantis

Beauty

Turns Out, There's A Cute Way To Treat Breakouts — & It'll Only Cost You $10

Stop dreading your next zit.

By Marissa DeSantis

Shopping

15 Exquisite Fashion & Beauty Gifts That Are Anything But Ordinary

Wow-worthy gifts at every price point.

By Marissa DeSantis and Adeline Duff

Shopping

22 Trendy, Stylish Gifts That Will Impress The Hell Out Of People

From the cheap and cheerful to the extra special.

By Marissa DeSantis

Wellness

Wellness Girlies: Meet Your New Favorite Line For Better Sleep, Reduced Stress, Increased Focus, & More

Say hello to Nu Skin’s MYND360 collection.

By Marissa DeSantis

Beauty

Easy Tricks To Make Yourself Look 10x Better, According to Makeup Artists & Stylists

Little hacks, big difference.

By Marissa DeSantis

Beauty

Aussie Beauty Has Never Been Hotter — & This Natural Skin Care Line Is The One To Try

Powered by Australian botanicals.

By Marissa DeSantis

Beauty

Attention, Carry-On Diehards: These Liquid-Free Shampoos & Body Washes Are Making TSA Guidelines A Thing Of The Past

Plus, no more risks of spillage.

By Marissa DeSantis

Beauty

I Tried The Esthetician-Loved Skin Care Wands That Have The Internet Abuzz — Here Are My Honest Thoughts

By Marissa DeSantis

Beauty

This $10 Shaving Oil Is The Key To Your Smoothiest, Silkiest Skin Ever

Say buh-bye to bumps.

By Marissa DeSantis

Beauty

Nurses Swear By This All-Over Body Deodorant That Quells Sweat All Day Long

Spritz your way to fresh-smelling skin.

By Marissa DeSantis

Beauty

Dermatologists Swear By This Iconic Swiss Brand For Healthy, Radiant Skin

From sunscreens to serums, here are the products to try.

By Marissa DeSantis

Beauty

This Neck & Chest Cream Is Going Viral On TikTok Because It Works So Freaking Well

Say hello to smoother skin.

By Marissa DeSantis

Beauty

Want Stronger, Fuller Hair? This Doctor-Developed Scalp Serum Was Created For That Very Purpose

Thanks to TikTok, scalp care has never been more popular.

By Marissa DeSantis

Shopping

This Lilac-Scented Skin Care Line Is The Key To Super Smooth, Silky Skin

By Marissa DeSantis

Beauty

Finally: An Effective Way To Treat Hyperpigmentation At Home

By Marissa DeSantis

Beauty

I Tried The Self-Tanner That’s All Over TikTok — Here Are My Honest Thoughts

A beauty editor’s honest review.

By Adeline Duff and Marissa DeSantis

Beauty

I Tried The Self-Tanner That’s All Over TikTok — Here Are My Honest Thoughts

A beauty editor’s honest review.

By Adeline Duff and Marissa DeSantis

Style

These Cult-Favorite Beauty Products Are Up To 56% Off For Prime Day

Up to 56% off — but going fast.

By Marissa DeSantis

Beauty

The Cheapest & Easiest Ways To Fix Your Biggest Beauty Mistakes

Go ahead and thank us later.

By Marissa DeSantis