Thalia Ortiz
School
Rutgers University, Thomas Jefferson University
Expertise
Skincare, Haircare, Lifestyle And Wellness
- Thalia has worked as a freelance writer for six years. Before joining The List, she worked as a Digital Copywriter for haircare brands in New York. Additionally, Thalia has written for publications and brands including Bustle, Vital Proteins, Cafe Media, Penguin Random House's Underlined, and Cosmopolitan For Latinas. She joined The List in 2021 and contributes news articles based on beauty topics, celebrities, pop culture, health, lifestyle, and wellness. As a skincare connoisseur who previously worked in the retail space at Sephora, Thalia loves deep-diving into all things beauty and researching trends from around the web.
Experience
In addition to her work in journalism, Thalia is a beauty junkie who shares videos on her YouTube channel where she discusses beauty topics, productivity, and education.
Education
She has obtained two bachelor's degrees — a Bachelor of Arts from Rutgers University in Journalism and Media Studies, and a Bachelor of Science from Thomas Jefferson University in Nursing. In addition to her work in the media sphere, Thalia also currently works as a registered nurse in Florida.
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Stories By Thalia Ortiz
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For many YouTube beauty influencers, creating their own product line can be a dream come true. While he may be popular, is the skincare by Hyram overrated?
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If you're an aries, it's likely you are a natural-born leader with lots of energy. As a fire sign, which royal Aries can you relate to?
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Shake from "Love is Blind" Season 2 has caused quite the stir online, with the Internet deciding it's not a fan of his. Here's what you need to know.
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Cordless massagers come in handy for relieving muscles, but not all options on the market are made the same. Here's what you need to know about Mahli's product.
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Crayons are delightful, colorful art tools, and while makeup is also an art form, using crayons on your face is different. Let's see how safe they really are.
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There's nothing like a sudden downpour in the forecast to ruin what could have otherwise been a good hair day. Here is how to style your hair for the rain.
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You need to wear sunscreen year-round, even during winter. Luckily, this sunscreen doubles as a moisturizer, making it an integral part of any beauty routine.
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Audrey Hepburn's iconic beauty style is easier to achieve than you might think.
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For many rosacea and acne sufferers, finding the perfect skincare routine combination is no easy task. Could this inexpensive soap help?
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The long-legged beauty is the tallest woman in the royal family.
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Fans like Drake's album "Certified Lover Boy," but it can't compare to "Take Care."
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These are the best bath bombs you can buy if you're on a budget.
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With all of the available choices out there, you can be left scratching your head trying to figure out the difference between mineral and chemical sunscreens.
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It's not hard to see that arm workouts generally prove to be both challenging and effective at muscle growth when hitting the gym. But which is more effective?
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Changing up your look can be as simple as refreshing your hair color, but which is better of a technique between balayage versus highlights?
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Tretinoin and retinol aren't the same things. Here's the difference between them, as well as how they could help your skin.
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AHAs and BHAs are both powerful exfoliators, but they aren't created the same. Here's which one is better for acne-prone skin.
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Injection options like Dysport and Botox have become more and more popular because of their quick results with minimal downtime.
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Celebrities often get thrust into the spotlight and can have their privacy invaded for years, until it becomes too much. That was the case for Ashley Olsen.
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Unlike other celebs, Salma Hayek keeps it real and reveals her hair care techniques, which might surprise you. Ready to switch up your beauty routine?
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Interested in giving CoolSculpting a try? Keep reading to find out how many treatments it takes to freeze away fat cells from your stomach, thighs, or arms.
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Social media can feel like completely uncharted territory at times when you don't know the relevant slang, especially on a platform like TikTok.
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While fad diets often give nutrition a bad rap, detoxes can be just as controversial.
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For many people, a spa day can be at the top of their list when it comes to self-care. Mud treatments are no different and are a way to take things up a notch.
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Here's why these TikTok restocks are so satisfying.
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Astrology can tell a person a lot about themselves, and on the road to self-discovery, what better way to show your body some love than with a workout?
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It's believed that dreams can be a window into your subconscious, but studies show that there may be a reason you can't shake events from your waking life.