Better Skin by the First Bell

Outfit picked out? Check. Haircut scheduled? Yep. Breakout that shows up the night before? Not this year, honey.

*This* is the year you're gonna do your thing

Back-to-school season is equally thrilling and terrifying...and it's also the opportunity to find the courage to finally do, well, you.

Looking gorgeous IN YOUR GLASSES

The glasses girlies know: You spend your a.m. perfecting an eye look only to (ugh!) put on your specs and find your meticulous cut crease, well, cut right off by the cute frames you got for fall semester. No longer! This school year, we're all about making those pretty peepers pop from behind the lenses.

My running love story

All-American triathlete Sarah Wassner Flynn was once a reluctant runner. Here, she shares how grit and glory inspired her to keep pounding the pavement.

Yes, you should be asking your doc about *this*

Got a BTS physical on the books? Bring these Q's along for a stress-free appointment.

THE CHAOTIC GIRL'S GUIDE TO GETTING IT TOGETHER

It's back-to-school season, and while some of you may be thriving (we see you, Type A girlies), others...not so much. The end of summer is blah enough, but for chaotic girls, just thinking about being organized for the new school year can be, well, overwhelming.

Jenna Raine has a big dumb heart and the world has taken notice

If \"relatable human\" were a mood board, at its center would be a giant picture of Jenna Raine. The 19-year-old singer-songwriter oozes an approachable, insta-BFF vibe that's impossible to define...and impossible to ignore. She's the kind of person you meet and, five minutes later, it feels like you've been inseparable since kindergarten.

Dear Carol

I DON'T KNOW IF HE LIKES ME BACK... I have a crush and every time I see him, I always wonder if he likes me back. I really want to date him, but I don't know if he likes me.

TikTok knows why your last relationship didn't work out

Ever wondered why you do what you do when it comes to crushes? Attachment theory might just explain it.

GRWGL (GET READY WITH GIRLS' LIFE): FIRST WEEK OF SCHOOL EDITION

Bring your A+ game with amaze makeup looks that give you all the confidence.

"Help, I Hate My Sibling!"

Constantly bickering? Annoyed by their attitude? Fix those fights before they turn into a full-on family feud.

Your Stress-Free Summer Right This Way

Our forecast? Nothing but sunny skies ahead, bb-once you squash these seasonal sitches.

DESTINATION: ANYWHERE

NOT TO BE DRAMATIC, BUT YOU'VE BEEN DREAMING OF THIS MOMENT FOR MONTHS. ALL YOU NEED NOW? A PERFECTLY PACKED SUITCASE.

Say hello to SOIRÉE SEASON

Because it's only fitting to celebrate the start of summer with a sweet shindig.

POV: YOU, EMPLOYEE OF THE SUMMER

FIRST JOB? YOU'VE GOT THIS. HERE'S HOW TO NAIL THE GIG *AND* BE AMAZING AT IT.

Spotted: Something on your skin (that's *not* a zit)

No, srsly, what is that? We asked the experts how to decode and deal.

RECLAIM YOUR SELF-LOVE SUMMER

SOAK UP ALL THE SUNNY VIBES, NO FILTER NECESSARY.

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Just in case you are the last person on Earth to take up

Everything I wish I knew before starting my long-distance relationship

You want to stay together over the summer even though you are far apart. But *should* you?

Your (pop culture-inspired) summer romance

If you're manifesting a truly cinematic love story for 2023, we have you covered (and in this case \"we\" = all of the best summer date experts from your fave movies and shows).

TBH, WE'RE ALL JUST PART OF HALLE BAILEY'S WORLD

AS DISNEY'S LITTLE MERMAID, HALLE BAILEY IS BRINGING A BIG SHIFT IN REPRESENTATION TO HOLLYWOOD-AND SHE'S FOUND HER OWN VOICE IN THE PROCESS.

Mckenna Grace is just being herself

She's got a new EP out and a full slate of major films on the horizon, but this superstar's biggest project rn? Planning her 17th birthday.

When Tough Love Goes Too Far

For student-athletes, your coach can be your biggest cheerleader... Or a seriously toxic presence in your life. Here, a cautionary tale about coaches whose harmful behaviors can cause you to lose yourself in the name of winning.

Is It Time to End That Friendship?

If she's gone from trustworthy to toxic, it might be time to call it quits on your bestie bond. Here's when (and, eek, how) to do it.

Yep, you're a nail art pro now

Thanks to some pretty genius hacks-plus the newest stickers, press-ons and polishes-even a novice can, um, nail it.

Would You Want Someone to Talk to You Like... You?

Time to dial down the negative self talk and raise the volume on your self-worth.

Are You a Makeup Minimalist or Maximalist?

Less is more...or more is more. It's a choose your-own-adventure kind of thing.

Your Day-by-Day Breakup Tool Kit

Let's state the obvious: Going through a breakup is the worst.

The Beauty Awards

We happen to know a thing or two about smooth skin, healthy hair and lush lashes-and now we're breaking down the best of beauty so you can slay those spring trends one TikTok tutorial at a time. Check out these pretty picks, then score our makeup must-haves at girlslife.com/beautyawards2023.

I'M GOING ON A PICNIC

Get your gingham on, girlfriend: This is one Pin-worthy party you won’t want to miss.