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Alaina Demopoulos

Former Junior Staff Writer, POPSUGAR Beauty

Alaina Demopoulos is a former junior staff writer for PS Beauty. Alaina is a long-distance runner, flare jean enthusiast, and reigning authority on mid-aughts rom-com trivia.

https://www.alainademopoulos.com

Latest Posts From Alaina

What to Do If You Really Hate Your New Haircut

4 hours ago

What to Do If You Really Hate Your New Haircut

It's the worst-case scenario we all know too well: after heading into a hair salon armed with plenty of haircut inspiration from Instagram, you sit through an appointment.

The Best Way to Hide Gray Hair, According to Stylists

Nov 1, 2023

The Best Way to Hide Gray Hair, According to Stylists

Whether you shed one single, Lauren Conrad-esque tear when you found your first gray hair, or shrugged it off as no big deal, you may be curious as to how to hide those pesky little suckers.

10 Fragrances Under $50 That Smell Good Without Breaking the Bank

Jul 27, 2023

10 Fragrances Under $50 That Smell Good Without Breaking the Bank

For some people, perfume is synonymous with luxury.

Do Nose Piercings Close Up? We Asked Beyoncé's Piercer

Mar 15, 2023

Do Nose Piercings Close Up? We Asked Beyoncé's Piercer

Spontaneity is cool and all, but before you go googling "nose piercers near me," please search "how long does it take a nose piercing to close?" first.

Coffin Nails Are a Spooky-Chic Trend That Only Look Hard to Re-Create

Oct 10, 2022

Coffin Nails Are a Spooky-Chic Trend That Only Look Hard to Re-Create

If you want a bold manicure but the stiletto nail shape is just a little too extra for you, then you can consider coffin nails a perfect compromise.

A Dermatologist Breaks Down Everything to Know About Prescription Acne Medication

Jul 27, 2022

A Dermatologist Breaks Down Everything to Know About Prescription Acne Medication

We all have that friend who credits their clear complexion to one miracle skin-care product.

The 1 Way You Can Tell Whether You've Got a Zit or a Cold Sore

Jul 21, 2022

The 1 Way You Can Tell Whether You've Got a Zit or a Cold Sore

When it comes to acne, some spots can cause more anxiety than others.

The $28 Blemish Oil That Let Me Skip Foundation For a Full Week

Feb 14, 2022

The $28 Blemish Oil That Let Me Skip Foundation For a Full Week

There are some moments in your childhood that you never forget.

6 Outstanding Drugstore Purple Shampoos That Will Save You Tons of Money

Jul 30, 2021

6 Outstanding Drugstore Purple Shampoos That Will Save You Tons of Money

I'm a natural brunette, and I bleach my hair platinum blond about once every three months.

24 Beautiful Pride Tattoos That'll Help You Celebrate Your Love Out Loud

Jun 3, 2021

24 Beautiful Pride Tattoos That'll Help You Celebrate Your Love Out Loud

June may be Pride Month, but members and allies of the LGBTQ+ community know the real work lasts forever, and celebrating your identity doesn't have to be limited to a month-long occasion.

CVS Has Met Its Goal of Unretouched Beauty Ads In All Stores, but the Work Has Just Begun

May 25, 2021

CVS Has Met Its Goal of Unretouched Beauty Ads In All Stores, but the Work Has Just Begun

UPDATE: More than three years after CVS made the game-changing announcement that the retailer would no longer showcase any retouched beauty imagery in stores or otherwise, they have reached the goal of 100 percent compliancy.

27 Bewitching Hocus Pocus Manicures You'll Definitely Want to Copy This Halloween

Sep 9, 2020

27 Bewitching Hocus Pocus Manicures You'll Definitely Want to Copy This Halloween

While we wouldn't fault you for watching Hocus Pocus year-round, we have finally entered the season where it is socially acceptable to be loud and proud about your love for the cult film.