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Our April/May 2025
issue starring Katie Fang
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EXCLUSIVE!  There's a reason why you can't get Katie Fang off your FYP: Her chatty GRWMs have rightfully earned her a place in our hearts as the BeautyTok queen. Now, this Very Relatable Influencer is snagging collabs with iconic brands, finding her place in New York City and showing off this spring's top beauty trends.

OUR BEAUTY ISSUE

Springing it and bringing it 🌸💋
It's our best-ever beauty issue (which is basically code word for endless tutorials, holy grails and inspo).

Spring style has entered the chat 👗
Fresh flowers, cute fit, can't lose.

Your bestie game is about to be on point 👯‍♀️
*Exactly* what to look for in a bsf (and how to know if you've found the one).

QUIZ! We know what your crush secretly thinks about you 💞
..and you know you want to find out, right?

The ultimate pre-prom party, perfected 🪩
The dress ✔️ The date ✔️ The decor ✔️. All that's left is sending those RSVPs for your pre-dance bash.

Your dream job awaits 💻
Everything you need to know about landing an amaze internship—and bringing your vision board to life.

This szn's beauty equation = sleek + chic 🌟
You may wanna take notes on these pretty formulas.

Good morning, sunshine ⛅
Prepare to take your a.m. from stressed to simple.  

This is your sign to plan a spa night sleepover 🛁
We're sensing that a squad self-care sesh is in order—and this beauty-inspired board game will take your DIY mani-pedis to a whole new level.

Never get a bad haircut again 💇‍♀️
Can't decide if you should go for curtain bangs? Look no further: We talked to the pros to find the perfect look for every gal.

Demystifying internet wellness wisdom  📲
Before you try another viral TikTok health hack (we see you, mouth tape), you may wanna read this. We're doling out the facts on the wildest social media claims.

The beginner's guide to gardening 🌿🌼
The simple steps to planting all the herbs, blooms and veggies your little green heart desires, right this way. Ready, set, grow!

Skincare cycle syncing, explained 🧖‍♀️
Breakouts, dullness, dryness? Not anymore. Getting in tune with your period might just be your secret skin superpower. 

The stars just planned your spring break 🌷
Spoiler alert: It's going to be a good one.

Everything you need to watch, read and listen to this spring... 
Emilia Faucher might just be the fairest of them all. In her role as young Snow White in Disney's latest live-action remake, she's discovering how it feels to play such an iconic character—and getting major inspo from her co-star Rachel Zegler.❣️ PLUS: Our official pop culture yearbook (bc your fave characters *so* deserve their superlatives).❣️ AND: A fresh read for ~every~ spring break vibe. Jet-setting to the beach? Baking up a storm with your besties? We've got the perf novel to match your plans. 🩵 📖

IN THIS ISSUE, YOU'LL ALSO FIND... 

The newbie's guide to LED light masks 🚨
Before you smash "add to cart" on that red light mask from TikTok shop, read this.

Relationships myths, debunked 🌹   
It's time to say bye to these romance clichés.

What to do if you think a friend is considering suicide 💔
According to the CDC, over 30% of girls have seriously considered suicide. But there *is* help available. (If you need assistance right now, call or text the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988.)

Bond with your mom 💐
ICYMI, Mother's Day is fast approaching (May 11). Take your relationship to Lorelai + Rory level (it'll be better than buying her flowers, trust).

A workout routine for every mood 💪
Sad? Stressed? Sleepy? DW, there's a sweat sesh for that.

Find your perf spring fit 🌈
Those warmer temps await, bb, and so does a fresh crop of cute-as-can-be outfits. Check 'em out HERE!

PLUS!
+ Dear Carol on boy-crazy besties, fam feuds and totally confusing crush signals
+ The single girlie's guide to living your best life
+ How to overcome your picky-eater preferences (it's possible, we promise)
+ All the embarrassing moments in Ode to Awk
+ Tons of fun, inspo and freebies 
...and so much more!

FREE STUFF ALERT

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WIN! THE BEAUTY AWARDS GIVEAWAY 💋💗
It's the moment every glow-getter has been waiting for: We're revealing exactly which skincare superstars, hair heroes and makeup must-haves are *officially* worth the hype. Snag these glam GOATs HERE.

WIN! SPECTACULAR SPRING READS GIVEAWAY 📖🌻
Picture this: you, a picnic blanket, a dreamy meadow and a brand new read. Enter to win our current faves HERE.

WIN! BEAUTY FUN AND FREEBIES GIVEAWAY 💄🎀
Your glow-up journey starts here and now (thanks to our gorg giveaways). Treat yourself to our pretty prizes and enter for a chance to win starting April 1 right HERE.

Website mentions in April/May 2025...
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PAGE 3: What's trending on girlslife.com this APRIL and MAY...
+ Let the good vibes grow with your spring vision board HERE 🐝
+ Find your perfect prom aesthetic HERE 💃
+ Plan the ultimate niche date with your crush HERE 🫶
+ Unlock your inner productivity princess HERE 🎧

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+ Tips for the best blowout HERE 🪮

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+ Our fave fruit-infused water recipes HERE 🍓

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+ The cutest convo starters for your next squad sleepover HERE 🍿

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+ Our go-to vids for your next kickboxing workout sesh HERE 👟

IMAGE CREDITS

April/May Cover (Katie Fang): Photographed by Belden Carlson. Styled by Whitney Brielle. Hair and makeup by Sophia Hutch.

Fashion: Photographed by Mike Azria. Styled by Coco Emery. Hair by George Fragkioudakis. Makeup by Sophia Hutch.

Bestie game: instagram.com/itsjennaraine. Crush quiz: instagram.com/jillianavaa. Prom party: instagram.com/conangray. Dream job: instagram.com/jadebeason. Sleek + chic: instagram.com/heysandylin. Morning: instagram.com/lykkenaenfeldt. Wellness: instagram.com/dailydri_. Spa night: instagram.com/amaliestar. Haircut: instagram.com/bonitravo. Garden: instagram.com/allisonbickerstaff. Skincare: instagram.com/kendalldair. Spring break: instagram.com/haileighangelle. Emilia Faucher: Mark Wilkinson. Coffee date: instagram.com/mel.amartinez.