Marie Claire - US - The Identity Issue 2023

PRIX D'EXCELLENCE BEAUTY AWARDS 2023

Beauty contributes to all aspects of our health and wellness, and the care we dedicate to ourselves directly impacts how we feel and, in turn, who we are. This year, for the 37th edition of Marie Claire's Beauty Excellence Awards, the jury tested dozens of new products, debated, and selected only the most innovative. After months of deliberating, we concluded with six international awards, 10 U.S. winners and one transatlantic honoree. Powdered skincare, body creams, and powerful serums: here are the best new launches.

Changing the Conversation

As the host of the podcast \"She Pivots,\" Emily Tisch Sussman has interviewed myriad successful women, including Vice President Kamala Harris. This is what she's learned about identity, career, and redefining who you are.

WHEN SELF-FUNDING AFFECTS YOUR SELF-WORTH

Today’s venture capital process continues to fail female founders, forcing many to risk their own savings to start a business. But that can come at a cost to their personal well-being

Beauty 3.0

In the metaverse, we can be whoever we want to be. Is that a good thing?

SMALL BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT: CHEEKBONE BEAUTY

How founder Jenn Harper brings Indigenous principles to the cosmetic industry.

I Soft-Launched My Bisexuality During the Pandemic

Now, years later, one writer reflects on what it was like to share her identity with others while in isolation. And what happened next.

Is Bringing Your Whole Self to Work a Trap?

The idea of being more \"authentic\" in the workplace has become increasingly popular. But for mothers, it can come with consequences.

Alina Khan Has Found Her Joy

The 26-year-old has had a whirlwind year thanks to a breakout performance in Pakistani cinema. But for Khan, worldwide recognition has given her something more important than fame.

Liv Hewson Is Worth the Buzz

When the Aussie-born actor was cast as Van in Showtime's hit Yellowjackets the character was barely in the pilot. Now, Hewson’s the scene-stealing comic relief and one-half of the show’s It Couple—and they're prepared to take on an even bigger role in season two.

Seasoned Style

With age comes wisdom—and a distinct, refined, and highly personal sense of fashion.