Samantha Parsons Author's Instagram Title: Contributing Commerce Writer Samantha Parsons is a contributing writer who frequently works with experts across beauty and lifestyle to bring content that’s grounded in education and integrity. Plus, she has an eye for finding products that are innovative and effective across these spaces.Highlights:Contributing lifestyle writer for The SpruceContributing beauty writer for Real SimpleContributing beauty writer for The Quality Edit Experience Samantha is a freelance beauty and lifestyle writer with over seven years in the beauty industry and three years in editorial.Favorite Purchase:My favorite purchase at the moment are the Celine Triomphe Sunglasses. I purchased them as a congratulatory gift for a promotion at my full-time job. They are only a few weeks old, but they have instantly made me feel more confident in myself. As someone who struggles with feeling like they deserve to take up space, these sunglasses have helped me step into a new era of confidence. Education Samantha has a bachelors degree in Liberal Studies, focused in multi-media and communications. About Better Homes & Gardens Better Homes & Gardens, a Dotdash Meredith Brand, is the only iconic home brand with a 100+ year history of providing trustworthy and achievable ideas for all doers and home-enthusiasts. We are the go-to resource for fresh takes on home, food, and gardening—inspiring people to bring their dreams to life at home on special occasions and every day. BHG reaches 45 million readers each month. Learn more about us and our editorial process.