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

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

Shopping

20 Epic Fashion & Beauty Deals You Don’t Want To Miss

They’re too good to miss.

By Marissa DeSantis

Beauty

Summer’s Hottest Beauty Product? This Skin-Smoothing Scrub Made With Real Sand From Bora Bora

Exfoliate your way to a glowier complexion.

By Marissa DeSantis

Beauty

Drink Your Way To Healthier Skin With This Lavender-Tinted “Beauty Water” That’s Made With Coconut & Pearl

One beauty-boosting mocktail, coming right up.

By Marissa DeSantis

Beauty

The 45 Best Cheap Finds That Solve Your Worst Beauty Problems For Less Than $25

Go ahead and thank us later.

By Marissa DeSantis

Beauty

Whipped Cream For Your Shower? This Joy-Sparking Shaving Mousse Will Make Your Grooming Routine *So* Much Sweeter

Say hello to smooth, vanilla-scented skin.

By Marissa DeSantis

Beauty

Found: An All-Natural Serum That Works Just Like Retinol (Without Any Of The Downsides)

Glowing skin, coming right up.

By Marissa DeSantis

Beauty

Rita Ora Swears By This Eye Serum That Looks Like It’s “From Outer Space”

The singer joins the ranks of celebs who are fans of COSMEDIX’s science-backed products.

By Marissa DeSantis

Beauty

REFY’s New Concealer Is So Much More Than Makeup — Here’s What Makes It So Special

The influencer-loved brand does it again.

By Marissa DeSantis