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Taryn Hoffman

POPSUGAR Contributor

Part-time freelance writer/journalist, full-time beauty trend forecaster! I'm obsessed with all things beauty and wellness, and find joy in books, tea, travel, and my adorable pets. I love getting to share my thoughts and experiences through writing, so if I'm not drinking wine, eating pasta, and watching Netflix (solo or with my girls) you can find me typing away at my keyboard.

Latest Posts From Taryn

My Cats Are Obsessed With This Supersimple Toy: Decorative Peacock Feathers!

Jan 26, 2021

My Cats Are Obsessed With This Supersimple Toy: Decorative Peacock Feathers!

My cats have never really played with toys that much — in fact, they didn't have any toys until a few months ago.

As a New US Citizen, This Is Why the 2020 Election Is About More Than Just Politics to Me

Oct 7, 2020

As a New US Citizen, This Is Why the 2020 Election Is About More Than Just Politics to Me

I've been waiting for this presidential election for a long time, and no, I don't mean for four years.

Say Goodbye to School Stress With These 30 Superhelpful TikTok Hacks

Oct 6, 2020

Say Goodbye to School Stress With These 30 Superhelpful TikTok Hacks

As if going back to school in the midst of a pandemic wasn't enough, there's still all the same stress that starting a new school year always brings.

34 Removable Wallpapers That Are Affordable and Easy to Install

Sep 5, 2020

34 Removable Wallpapers That Are Affordable and Easy to Install

You don't need to be a professional decorator to transform your living space from blah to beautiful.

I Regret Spending So Many Years of My Life Being Critical of My Body

Jun 16, 2020

I Regret Spending So Many Years of My Life Being Critical of My Body

I can't tell you how many hours, days, even years I've spent tearing myself down — and not because I don't want to tell you, though it would probably be embarrassing to say the answer out loud.

I'm 22 and Suddenly Unemployed Because of COVID-19

Jun 3, 2020

I'm 22 and Suddenly Unemployed Because of COVID-19

Almost exactly one year ago, I was a starry-eyed college grad who was equally eager and stressed about her new task of finding a full-time job.

I Was Living With Undiagnosed Clinical Depression, and This Is What It Was Like

Mar 18, 2020

I Was Living With Undiagnosed Clinical Depression, and This Is What It Was Like

Opening up about my experiences with clinical depression has always been a challenge for me, especially because I didn't think anyone would believe me.

These Shawn Mendes Gifts Totally Scream Superfan, and We Want One of Each

Nov 25, 2019

These Shawn Mendes Gifts Totally Scream Superfan, and We Want One of Each

It's no secret Shawn Mendes has stolen the hearts of many with his incredible voice, musical talent, and — let's be honest — swoon-worthy good looks.

Trust Me, Meal Prepping For One Is a Struggle — Here Are My Tips to Make It Easy

Nov 17, 2019

Trust Me, Meal Prepping For One Is a Struggle — Here Are My Tips to Make It Easy

Who thought meal prepping for themselves would be a breeze, only to find out that meal prep for one can be a challenge of its own?