Girls' Life magazine

It’s your complete guide to a sweet, smart, sparkling 2022! In our Dec/Jan issue, the always inspiring Jayden Bartels dishes on everything from fearlessness to fashion. Plus: All the inspo you need to *sleigh* your style (sorry, had to), the sneaky secret to clear skin, real girls share how they are making a difference in their communities, 80+ fabulous gift ideas for everyone you heart (including your crush) and a v. solid argument against New Year’s resolutions (trust). Order now and we'll keep you shining throughout the season…and into an amazing new year.

Karen

Girls' Life magazine

Beauty Babe Fun + Freebies • Calling all glow-getters! Welcome to a month of glam giveaways and beauty bliss.

Cailey Fleming’s life is *not* turning out how she imagined • After a decade of nonstop work in a slew of high-profile projects, the 17-year-old actress was sure of her next step. Then, one phone call changed everything.

JUST THE PERFECT TBR (that’s tote bag rec) TO MATCH YOUR TBR • Fashion girls + book girls unite for these chic combos.

The ultimate spring break staycation watchlist • BC WHO NEEDS A PLANE WHEN YOU HAVE AIRPLAY?

THE GIRLS ARE GIRLING • Meet your new favorite spring trends—and all their super wearable friends.

the way we dress now • Half the thrill of fashion is in the chase—whether it’s thrifting everything-old-is-new-again finds, Poshmark-ing past-season faves, DIYing spring’s hottest trends or renting pieces for that new-item fix without blowing all your bucks. This is how to shop smartly (and sustainably). And it looks good.

get unready with elliana • Beauty should be fun, right? That’s what Elliana Walmsley thinks. She’s not afraid to be imperfect, a little messy and completely herself. After all, who says you can’t rock a clean girl aesthetic *and* dip into glittery, maximalist waters? Let’s call it our fresh-start spring.

She’s ~Shiny~ • Heat styling, dyeing, over (or under) washing, loads of brushing, super tight ponies…our hair can only go through so much before it hits its literal breaking point. The result? Damaged, dull strands. Luckily, there are lots of ways to keep wear ‘n’ tear at a minimum—and glossiness at a maximum.

Your New Beauty Obsession: Craftcore • Your art teacher is about to be so impressed.

SHAVING MADE SIMPLE

No, you don’t need that $65 face cream

“I’m a beauty influencer—and I’m blind” • Five years ago, Anastasia Pagonis lost her vision. But that hasn’t stopped her from winning gold medals, partnering with amaze beauty brands and earning millions of fans on TikTok.

PSA: Your love life NEEDS A spring cleaning sesh • BC YOUR ROOM ISN’T THE ONLY THING THAT NEEDS A GOOD SCRUB.

4 love lessons • INSPIRED BY CLEANING YOUR ROOM

THIS QUIZ IS GOING TO FIX YOUR LOVE LIFE FOREVER • BYE, BAD ROMANCES! TIME TO FIGURE OUT HOW YOU CRUSH, WHY YOU CRUSH AND WHAT THE HECK TO DO WITH YOUR CURRENT FEELS.

SO YOU HAVE a SNAPCHAT CRUSH NOW WHAT? • The do’s and don’ts of navigating love in the era of streaks, scores, filters and Facetune.

Dear Carol

HEY YOU OVER THERE: Speak up! • TIME TO STAND YOUR GROUND, TAKE UP SPACE AND MAKE YOUR VOICE HEARD.

FRIENDS, BUT MAKE THEM ~best~ friends • Craving deeper connections with your go-to girls? You’ve come to the right place.

“My mom is an alcoholic” • Riley, 15, didn’t realize how devastating addiction can be—until she saw it firsthand in her mom.

We found your dream summer job (you’re welcome) • BECAUSE WORKING OVER BREAK DOESN’T HAVE TO BE BORING.

Your 30-day life glow-up • You are never, ever going to want to press snooze again.

DID WE JUST BECOME breast friends? YES,...