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New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

Washington Square News

New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

Washington Square News

The text “My Skin of Color” is written in front of a woman holding her hand to her skin. The image is enclosed in a dark beige circle, and a depiction of space is in the background.

Beyond NYU: Addressing historical injustices in dermatology

Each week, WSN sits down with an NYU student, faculty member or alum who’s making change beyond the university. Langone alum Gibran Shaikh shares how his dermatology company caters to people of color, treating conditions while keeping history in mind.
Abby Wilson, News Editor October 14, 2022

Gibran Shaikh, a certified dermatologist and NYU Grossman School of Medicine alum, is seeking to address historical inequalities in healthcare through his recently launched dermatology...

An illustration of a woman shielding her face with her hand to hide her acne. She has long brown hair and is wearing a teal t-shirt.

Off-Third: The cosmetic case for mask mandates

The second-best university in New York City has lifted their mask mandate. As the No. 1 school in the city, we need to stand our ground.
Sydney Barragan, UTA Publishing Editor March 9, 2022

Columbia University announced last week that indoor masking will be optional on its campus starting March 14. Since we typically do what the other, worse Ivy League school in New...

From Origins to Glossier, a myriad of used-up skincare and makeup items are scattered across a table. Our staff delves into which empties they loved, and others they wouldn’t use again. (Staff Photo by Elaine Chen)

Culture Desk Empties

Completed by Culture is a series where the beauty-loving culture editors dish on the products they’ve managed to finish.

If you’re as beauty-obsessed as we are, you probably know that it’s actually really hard to finish a product, especially if you’re constantly trying new things. But when...

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Ten-Step Korean Skincare Routine? Try Two

I reduced my skincare routine to just two steps, and I’m never looking back.
Isla Na, Contributing Writer April 11, 2019

My nightly skincare routine used to include an oil cleanser to remove makeup, an apricot scrub, witch hazel toner, peptide or green tea seed serum and a moisturizer or facial...

(Photo by Justin Park)

Put Down The Concealer, It’s Time To Accept Acne

Hiding blemishes won’t fix the real problem — how society thinks and talks about acne.
Kylie Smith, Columnist April 5, 2019

It feels like every time I have an important event to attend, I get a volcano-sized pimple on my face that is impossible to ignore. No amount of foundation and concealer will hide...

(Photo Illustration by Sophia Di Iorio)

Is Curing Acne Worth the Side Effects?

Students weigh in on the infamous acne medication.
Marisa Lopez, Staff Writer February 19, 2019

The popular acne treatment isotretinoin — originally sold under the brand name Accutane — has been dubbed by some dermatologists as “the closest thing we have to a cure for...

Mehhma Malhi not wearing her foundation vs. wearing her foundation. (Photo by Mehhma Malhi)

I Tried Going Foundation-Free for Seven Days

Not as easy as you might think.
Mehhma Malhi, Contributing Writer February 7, 2019

I usually wear a little makeup to class every day. Primer, mascara and sometimes an eyebrow pencil are a few of my everyday essentials. But, most importantly, I dab on some foundation...

Less acne products is more when it comes to maintaining clear skin, as you do not want to over irritate your skin.

Break Through Your Breakouts

Halle Gold, Contributing Writer November 14, 2016
Implementing a healthy diet and washing your face daily are just some of the ways you can combat breakouts.
Chloe Creative Director Clare Waight Keller implemented an active yet relaxed style at Paris Fashion Week began Tuesday, September 29th.

Paris Fashion Week showcases romanticism

Sophie Shaw, Contributing Writer October 6, 2015
Throughout the collections this season, the focus of Paris Fashion Week was on youth and femininity.

Fashion campaigns challenge gender norms

Adryan Son and David Bologna September 16, 2015
ACNE, Dior, and Hood by Air break down gender and race constraints so previously ingrained in the fashion world.
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For skin, vitamins preferable to Accutane

November 6, 2013
Vitamin treatment is often preferable to Accutane supplements, which has been shown to be correlated with birth defects.