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Stacy Fernández is a freelance writer, project manager and communications specialist. She’s worked at The Texas Tribune, The Dallas Morning News and run social for The Education Trust New York. Her favorite hobby is finding hidden gems at the thrift store, she loves a good audio book and is a chocolate enthusiast.

Stacy Fernandez

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Woman tries new hair growth product

‘That’s really selfish’: Woman tries new hair growth product. Then she realizes she can’t ever own pets again

Natasha Dubash is a freelance writer and editor based in Los Angeles. She loves reporting on entertainment, television, and pop culture.

Natasha Dubash

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‘It has done me wonders’: Woman shares the one product she used to regrow her hairline

Brooke Sjoberg is a freelance writer who graduated with her Bachelors in Journalism from the University of Texas at Austin in 2020.

Brooke Sjoberg

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‘There’s kind of a myth out there’: Expert reveals how often you should actually be washing your hair if you have hair loss

Rebecca Leib

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Culture

All the cool girlies are wearing drop ponytails. Here’s what that is and how to do it

Charlotte is a regular Daily Dot contributor with bylines in Insider, VICE, Glamour, The Independent, and more. She holds a Masters&#8217;s degree in Magazine Journalism from City, University of London.

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Charlotte Colombo

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‘Get on my head’: Ellysa Yaho and a wig are the voice of frustration on TikTok

Ljeonida is a reporter and writer with a degree in journalism and communications from the University of Tirana in her native Albania. She has a particular interest in all things digital marketing; she considers herself a copywriter, content producer, SEO specialist, and passionate marketer. Ljeonida is based in Tbilisi, Georgia.

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‘Been using Dove’: Woman replaces $40 salon product with $2 Suave bottle. Here’s why she saw such a big difference

Mars Ramos is a museum educator and freelance writer. She loves long walks in nature, doing yoga, and baking brownies.

Mars Ramos

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‘Pantene is the best’: Expert says you should avoid Olaplex—and recommends what to do if it has already damaged your hair (updated)

Angela Andaloro proudly serves as a scribe, documenting all the shenanigans happening online. Her writing has been featured across Entertainment Weekly, PEOPLE, BuzzFeed, and more.

Angela Andaloro

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Bangception: TikToker cuts layer of short bangs underneath longer bangs

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‘Walmart [finna] get a class action because what is this’: Walmart shopper notices something unusual while shopping for olive oil

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‘I received the most ginormous text message’: Woman calls out hairstylist after $800 appointment. Then the drama begins

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‘My hair has been coming out in clumps’: Woman warns against Mielle products after experience with hair growth oil

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Dyson Airwrap memes for anyone who has (or wants) one

Expert issues warning against Mielle Organics and its viral rosemary and mint oil

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‘Something is not right’: Expert issues warning against Mielle Organics and its viral rosemary and mint oil

Tiffanie Drayton is a geek culture and lifestyle reporter whose work covers everything from gender and race to anime and Xbox. Her work has appeared in Complex, Salon, Marie Claire, and elsewhere.

Tiffanie Drayton

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‘If Green Lantern made a haircare line’: Woman issues warning about Blake Lively Target line. She’s not alone

Braden Bjella is a culture writer. His work can be found in Mixmag, Electronic Beats, Schon! magazine, and more.

Braden Bjella

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