Liz Ritter

New York

Executive Editor at NewBeauty

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We Need to Talk About Ectoin Creams - NewBeauty

6 days ago | newbeauty.com | Liz Ritter

In the super soothing skin-care game, one product type keeps popping up: Ectoin creams. While the name might sound out-there, the science is not, as this amino acid gets an A-plus from the experts. “I’m seeing more and more formulas featuring ectoin, and that’s largely due to its ability to protect skin,” says Omaha, NE dermatologist Joel Schlessinger, MD. “Ectoin is known for repairing and preventing damage caused by environmental factors like pollution.
Lala Kent on Dating and Her Signature Beauty Look

1 week ago | newbeauty.com | Liz Ritter

She may be best known for Vanderpump Rules, but the evolution of Lala Kent is one to be studied. As a successful businesswoman and dedicated mother of two, the 34-year-old has made strides (she just celebrated six years of sobriety and has spent countless hours advocating for family-court system reform), and it’s a path she is rightfully proud of.
Beauty Maven Jackie Aina on What She's Excited For Next

1 week ago | newbeauty.com | Liz Ritter

When 5 p.m. hits on any given Friday, Jackie Asamoah (aka, @jackieaina) checks out for the weekend. In a world that never seems to stop, the award-winning beauty maven, content creator, entrepreneur and all-around social-media megastar prides herself on being able to “turn it off”—no emails, no work calls and no checking her phone. The same cannot be said for her husband and coworker, Denis Asamoah.
8 Italian Lemon Fragrances That Feel Like Summer Vacation

1 week ago | newbeauty.com | Liz Ritter

Winter may be holding on for dear life over here on the East Coast, but the promise of endless summer days of sunshine and happiness isn’t a total dream. Sparkly, citrusy and all-around warm, these eight Italian lemon fragrances will help usher in the feeling a little faster. Walter Johnsen, VP of Product Development at InterParfums, poetically describes the Italian lemon as celebrated in perfumery for its bright, zesty and refreshing aroma.
Nicola Peltz Beckham on SPF and Her Mother-in-Law's Line

1 week ago | newbeauty.com | Liz Ritter

Actress, director and philanthropist Nicola Peltz Beckham knows a thing or two about beauty (this is the daughter-in-law of Victoria Beckham, after all), but even the most educated have experienced a snafu in the sun department. That’s why she’s teaming up with ISDIN, Spain’s number-one sun care brand, to bring its fan-favorite Fusion Water Magic sunscreen to the States.
East Coast Brunette Is the Glossiest, Easiest Hair Trend

2 weeks ago | newbeauty.com | Liz Ritter

While he’s quick to admit all hair trends “come and go quickly,” Emmaus, PA hair colorist Kenneth Adams has seen one request sticking around in 2025: A strong desire for lived-in colors. One of his most popular low-maintenance moves is also somewhat geographical—something he calls the East Coast Brunette. “It is a high-quality, low-maintenance hair trend that’s perfect for women seeking a rich, lived-in brunette without the salon commitment every six weeks,” he explains.
'1923' Star Aminah Nieves Talks Kosas and Herbs

2 weeks ago | newbeauty.com | Liz Ritter

As an Indigenous actress who stars in Taylor Sheridan’s critically acclaimed show 1923, Aminah Nieves may best be known for playing Teonna Rainwater alongside Harrison Ford and Helen Mirren. But don’t discount her lesser-known “side gig”—that of a skilled herbalist. “I often say that acting is the thing I was able to choose,” the star shares. “Herbalism is the thing that just was.”It’s a blur in the best of ways.
4 Lip Plumpers Everyone Needs Right Now

2 weeks ago | newbeauty.com | Liz Ritter

For bicoastal makeup artist Karina Milan—celebrated for her refined technique, versatility and commitment to inclusivity— inspiration comes in many forms. Known for crafting everything from fresh, radiant skin to bold, editorial looks, Milan has worked with the likes of Venus Williams, Yara Shahidi, Ice Spice, Jodie Turner-Smith and more.
Imogen Faith Reid on Her 'Standout' Role and CeraVe Favorites

2 weeks ago | newbeauty.com | Liz Ritter

If you haven’t heard of Imogen Faith Reid, get ready to get familiar. The 27-year-old stars as the real-life Natalia Grace in Hulu’s newest drama series Good American Family, opposite Ellen Pompeo and Mark Duplass—a role that marks her very first T.V. gig, with critics saying she is a standout. Besides holding her own alongside Pompeo, Reid is also shedding light on the importance of inclusive casting and sharing some social-media real talk on how she curbs her her acne. Oh, man.
The Hollywood Beauty Awards Honor Architects of Beauty

2 weeks ago | newbeauty.com | Liz Ritter

It may have been a The White Lotus–fueled Sunday night, but over in Los Angeles, the annual Hollywood Beauty Awards (HBAs) were being held. Celebrating a decade of honoring the architects of beauty, the star-studded black-tie ceremony—which benefits the Helen Woodward Animal Center—recognizes iconic talent in hair, makeup, photography and styling for film, TV, music, the red carpet and editorial.