
Maya Thomas
Maya Thomas is Who What Wear's Associate Beauty Editor based in New York City. Her strong love for all things beauty and fashion stems from a strong childhood interest in the fine arts. During a gap year spent in Paris studying the history of French fashion, she shifted her focus to English literature and journalism as a student at Loyola Marymount University. After graduating, Maya began freelancing for Parade as a contributing commerce writer. When she's not writing, Maya spends her free time rewatching Gossip Girl, perusing art galleries, and enjoying a night out at the ballet every now and then. Follow her adventures at @itsmayalala on Instagram.
-
WWW Beauty Editors Just Discovered Each Other's “Twin Flame” Fragrances—Here's What Happened
Smells like success.
By Maya Thomas
-
Knowing Your Exact Curl Type Can Be Tricky, so Two Texture Specialists Broke It Down for Us
Your curls will thank you.
By Maya Thomas
-
You're Missing Out On Glass Skin Without This Key Cleansing Step—Try These Holy Grails
Take this as a sign to update your skincare routine.
By Maya Thomas
-
Gel Manis at Home Are Shockingly Easy—10 Expert-Approved UV Lamps That Save You Time and Money
They're a must-have.
By Maya Thomas
-
I Refuse to Shower Without Having At Least One of These TK Body Washes On-Hand
Hello, hydration.
By Maya Thomas
-
Nordstrom's Anniversary Sale Is About to Drop—I'm Already Eyeing These 16 Beauty Finds
I can't wait.
By Maya Thomas
-
Trust Me—This Underrated Shower Savior Helps You Achieve Baby-Soft Skin Year-Round
Smooth skin ahead.
By Maya Thomas
-
I Got One of the Most Niche Beauty Treatments in NYC—Here's Exactly What Happened
I have never felt more refreshed.
By Maya Thomas
-
Tatcha's Cult-Favorite Sunscreen Promises a Silky, Weightless Finish, so I Tried It for 4 Weeks
I'm all set for summer.
By Maya Thomas
-
I've Been Wearing Braids for 15+ Years—These 15 Products Save My Curls
They're post-braid staples.
By Maya Thomas
-
Instagram Has Spoken—These 9 Summer Hair Trends Will Dominate This Season
From blowouts to braids.
By Maya Thomas
-
I'm Replicating the Beauty Aesthetics of My Niche Pinterest Boards With These 4 Trends
Who says you have to pick just one?
By Maya Thomas
-
Derms Agree—These Noncomedogenic Moisturizers Make the Biggest Difference for Acne-Prone Skin
Friendly reminder.
By Maya Thomas
-
If You Want Bouncy Hair and a Thriving Scalp, Consider Adding This Shampoo to Your Next Washday
Your strands will thank you.
By Maya Thomas
-
People With Amazing Brows Say These Low-Cost Pencils Eclipse Expensive Ones
Any guesses?
By Maya Thomas