Mason Cannon, Columbia University

The popular idea that we are all writing our own stories may seem self-centered, but it can inspire us all to act gracefully.

Sophie N. Munoz, University of Texas at San Antonio

Ingredients like donkey milk and egg yolk extract may seem strange at first, but they have myriad benefits to the skin.

Farah Javed, CUNY Baruch College

The skin whitening cream perpetuates the notion that lighter skin is better than darker skin.

Caleb Mullenneaux, St. Olaf College

Saying sorry has become a staple on the video sharing website. Here’s a ranking of some of the more famous ones.

Kristin Auld, St John’s University

Is it the way for easy, at-home hair coloring, or will you just end up disappointed?

Kali Johnson, Gustavus Adolphus College

By ditching toxic ingredients, you’ll not only benefit your skin, but also your mind and the planet.

Megan Thompson, Montclair State University

After the Conspiracy palette sold out, many fans of Dawson now seem to be turning to Star for further inspiration.

Vaishnavi Kalyana, College of DuPage

The story of the Shane Dawson and Jeffree Star collab gives a behind-the-scenes look at the beauty industry … as well as two people becoming fast friends.

Megan Thompson, Montclair State University

From his documentary series to his new makeup line, we’re seeing a new, more confident Shane.

Megan Thompson, Montclair State University

The confirmation of the YouTuber’s makeup palette have fans waiting in anticipation.

Kristin Auld, St John’s University

They’ve got content and series aplenty…

Sophie Westergren, Ithaca College

Is it going to look good? How will I grow it out? Everything you need to know before you make the big chop.

Kristin Auld, St John’s University

Sometimes smaller is better.

Morgan Thomas, Baylor University

It’s easy to feel lost in the beauty community, but there’s room for everyone.

Tori Ihnen, Fort Hays State University

There’s more to Hill than first meets the smoky eye.

Maya Ramani, University of Virginia

Now, finally, the Miss America pageant can finally be about the contestants’ personalities.

Selena Lundy, Grand Valley State University

It doesn’t what size you are, as long as you are confident AF. Arcadio Del Valle is a plus-sized model making his way through fashion with this philosophy.

Maahfio Otchere, Villanova University

It’s not pretty.