Karishma Desai
School
Boston University, North Carolina State University
Expertise
Makeup And Skincare, Performing Arts And Film, Holistic Health & Wellness
- Through her 7+ year career that has spanned broadcast, digital, and print news media, she has had the opportunity to interview Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg, Beautyblender COO Catherine Bailey, Academy Award-winning actress Diane Keaton, and actresses Judith Ivey and Sheila McCarthy from the Academy Award-winning film "Women Talking."
- She was invited as a member of the press for the 2022 American Film Institute Festival in Los Angeles, CA.
- During her time as a reporter for PBS39, she had the opportunity to cover major political events such as the 2019 Women's March in Washington D.C. and the 2019 N.J. State of the State Address.
Experience
Through her education and experience, Karishma has been trained as a research-based reporter. Her undergraduate minor in Biological Sciences has given her a background and knowledge in reading through medical jargon, which allows her to relay the information you need to know on health and wellness. Karishma's passion for beauty and lifestyle emerged from her days as a classically-trained dancer. She learned how to do her own elaborate stage makeup for Indian classical dance recitals. These skills helped her later on when she had to do her own makeup as a TV reporter. Now, she wants to inspire other women to love themselves and feel beautiful through self-care.
Education
Having earned her BA in Communication-Media from North Carolina State University and her MS in Journalism from Boston University, Karishma has a strong foundation in informational writing, coupled with content marketing skills.
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Stories By Karishma Desai
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The double-wing eyeliner look might just be the style you're looking for to spice up your makeup.
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Aquarians tend to be humanitarians and seek to improve social conditions in any way they can. This full moon is special.
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From lip oil-gloss hybrids to glossy balms with anti-aging peptides, here are the absolute best plumping lip glosses on the market in 2022.
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Tik Tok users and beauty influencers are shocked by MAC's new MACStack Mascara. The product is being recognized as one of a kind.
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We've curated a list of the best products for hormonal acne so that next time Aunt Flo decides to drop by for a visit, you won't break a sweat about your skin.
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If you want to try matching sets that are currently trending, the good news is that it's a pretty foolproof look.
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Certain makeup brands have successfully homed in on this strategy and continue to dominate Google Search trends because fans love them.
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Colorful, 'Euphoria'-inspired makeup is all the rage after the show's second season debuted this year. Here's how to dip your toes in the colorful aesthetic.
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We compiled a list of the best products for rosacea-prone skin that are dermatologist-recommended and guaranteed to help keep your skin cool.
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Stop signs, traffic lights, and red flags. Red is often a color that makes us stop from proceeding forward. That makes it startling in blush.
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Purple blush is more natural than you think, but you still need to find the right product for you. Here's which shades of purple will complement your skin tone.
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Whether you're into "no-makeup" makeup looks or prefer to paint your eyelids a bold red, there's a cream shadow in our list that is bound to work for you.
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With The List's comprehensive guide on the 10 best vitamin C serums for every skin need, you'll have the most radiant skin in all of the seven seas.
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Did you know that colored mascara is in style? Green mascara is versatile and can be used with various looks. Let's explore to wear this trend.
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This Black-owned clean beauty brand is making waves in the industry, and it's definitely worth your time (and money)!
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Jason Momoa often dons understated red carpet looks, but his 2022 Oscars look is one you don't want to miss.
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New moons enhance and challenge us in interesting ways, and April 1's will be no different for Libra.
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Chunky sneakers, also known as dad shoes are going out of style this year. So what's its replacement? Let's take a look.
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Every zodiac sign will feel the March 18 full moon differently, but Scorpio specifically could learn a thing or two during this lunar event.
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Now that we're cautiously returning to a sense of normalcy and doing away with lockdowns, people are going back to glam.
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If you're a lover of all things that are homes and gardens, HGTV's new show "Mash-Up Our Home" looks like an exciting series you may want to check out.
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Becca Cosmetics became a fan-favorite brand before having to shut down in 2021. Thankfully, there are more than a few affordable dupes you can pick up.
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When Season 2 reunion of Love is Blind aired, fans were anticipating the update with Deepti and Shake. Let's find out what went down.
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U.S. President Joe Biden announced his Supreme Court nominee to replace retiring Justice Stephen Breyer — Ketanji Brown Jackson — on Friday.
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Blush is back, and orange, yes orange, is an in-style shade. Here are our best picks for blushes that will leave you looking sun-kissed and glowing.
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The best lip treatments for cold and dry winter weather are available through major retailers like Sephora. Here are some of the best options you can try.
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Forearms are often overlooked on arm day at the gym, but these muscles are essential for everyday activities. These are the best forearm workouts you can try.