Lauren Buchko, Michigan State University, Author at Study Breaks

Illustration of three The Ordinary glass serum bottles.

The Ordinary Skincare Brand Is Sweeping the Internet, and I Tried It Out

Lauren Buchko, Michigan State University

Their incredibly affordable products have inspired cultlike devotion. The question is: Do they actually live up to the hype?…

June 3, 2020

Penn Badgley sitting in a chair in a nice suit

Penn Badgley Wants You To Know He’s Not Joe Goldberg From ‘You’

Lauren Buchko, Michigan State University

The actor uses social media to highlight important causes, as well as push back against people who romanticize his starring role as a sociopath.…

May 30, 2020

Safiya Nygaard Is the Queen of YouTube

Lauren Buchko, Michigan State University

With her dry humor, her experimental videos and her willingness to talk about sensitive topics, it's no wonder she has millions upon millions of viewers.…

May 16, 2020

Willow Smith Is Still Making Music, and It’s Better Than Ever

Lauren Buchko, Michigan State University

The versatile musician has moved beyond her 'Whip My Hair' days, and she deserves a lot more recognition.…

May 7, 2020

It’s Time for Shane Dawson to Recognize His Privilege

Lauren Buchko, Michigan State University

The popular YouTuber is estimated to be worth millions, so why does he keep acting like he's so poor?…

May 1, 2020

25 Years After Her Death, Selena Is More Popular Than Ever

Lauren Buchko, Michigan State University

It's been decades since the Mexican American singer was tragically killed, but her cultural impact lives on in many ways.…

April 24, 2020

A scene from Spring Awakening, one of several musicals with an important message

Here Are 5 Broadway Musicals With Meaningful Messages

Lauren Buchko, Michigan State University

Musical theater isn't just catchy songs and flashy dance numbers. Many shows have poignant messages about mental health, suicide, LGBTQ+ issues and more.…

April 20, 2020

How To Create Your Own At-Home Spa

Lauren Buchko, Michigan State University

Even if you can't go out to get pampered, you can still unwind at home with these self-care purchases.…

April 13, 2020

How Are Musicians Dealing With the Pandemic?

Lauren Buchko, Michigan State University

Events that are months away are being canceled because of COVID-19, but many artists are stepping up to give fans something in return.…

April 6, 2020

Does ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ Still Have What Made it Great?

Lauren Buchko, Michigan State University

The ABC show said goodbye to yet another fan favorite character. The series certainly had its day, but when will it be time to say goodbye to the show?…

March 28, 2020