Best Kbeauty Podcasts (2025)

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The Best STAYC B-Side is... 44:16

4M ago44:16

44:16

On today’s episode, show host Ellis Tan selects the best STAYC (스테이씨) B-Side through a tournament style bracket. Ten Years Ago Today, Kim Soo-hyun (김수현) is set to return to the big screen, J.Y. Park (박진영) sweeps the charts, Katie Kim wins K-Pop Star 4, and Im Na-yeon (임나연) becomes the first candidate announced for the survival program, Sixteen. Pla…

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2025 First Quarter Review 42:05

4M ago42:05

42:05

On today’s episode, our host, Ellis Tan, reviews a multitude of Korean Music Releases from the First Quarter of 2025. Ten Years Ago Today, Starship Entertainment would form a partnership with Yuehua Entertainment, and Kim So-hyun (김소현) is selected as the face of Pocari Sweat in Korea. Chapters (00:00:00) Intro (00:05:48) Finger on the Korean Pulse …

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A Generational Fumble 1:27:55

4M ago1:27:55

1:27:55

On today’s episode, on the heels of Weeekly’s official disbandment and the announcement of TR Entertainment’s Bankruptcy, show hosts Ellis Tan and Justin Le analyze the missed opportunities of both girl groups, Weeekly (위클리) and TRI.BE (트라이비). Diamonds Left Rough studies the success and failures of the groups LABOUM (라붐) and PRISTIN (프리스틴). Ten Yea…

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Seoul Mulgogi 2:04:52

5M ago2:04:52

2:04:52

On today’s episode, show hosts Ellis Tan and Justin Le recap their adventures gallivanting around the city of Seoul and unlocking core memories on Justin’s first trip to Korea. They cover the lessons they learned, and make recommendations based on their experiences. Ten years ago today, the CUBE Entertainment girl group, CLC (씨엘씨), debuts. Chapters…

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A Recursive Cycle of Negativity 51:12

5M ago51:12

51:12

On today’s episode, with the sudden passing of legendary Korean R&B singer Wheesung (휘성), show hosts Ellis Tan and Justin Le briefly discuss the career of the artist known as Realslow and converse about the effects that toxicity and negative comments have on the mental health of public figures in the Korean Entertainment industry. Ten Years Ago Tod…

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Timeless G-Dragon 56:12

5M ago56:12

56:12

On today’s episode, show hosts Ellis Tan and Justin Le review G-Dragon’s (지드래곤) newest album, Übermensch. Ten Years Ago Today covers the first music show win of the boy group, U-KISS (유키스). Fiestar (피에스타) makes a comeback with the song, “You’re Pitiful”. Shannon (샤넌) also releases her first mini album titled, “Eighteen”. Chapters (00:00:00) Intro (…

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The Pinnacle of SM Entertainment Girl Groups 1:47:24

5M ago1:47:24

1:47:24

On today’s episode, show hosts Ellis Tan and Justin Le walk down memory lane and discuss the history of all the SM Entertainment girl groups, including their newest girl group, Hearts2Hearts (하츠투하츠). Ten Years Ago Today sees the separation of Se7en (세븐) from his longtime agency, YG Entertainment, and Taeyang (태양) ends his first solo world tour, RIS…

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The Most Improved BLACKPINK Member 1:12:35

5M ago1:12:35

1:12:35

On today’s episode, with the recent releases of ROSÉ and JISOO and the upcoming album releases of LISA and JENNIE, show hosts Ellis Tan and Justin Le discuss each of the individual BLACKPINK (블랙핑크) members' careers up to this point. Ten Years Ago Today dissects a tier list presented by Sports Chosun of the top KPOP girl groups. Davichi (다비치) celebr…

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The Spectacle of Pyromaniac IU's Concerts 1:45:01

6M ago1:45:01

1:45:01

On today’s episode, show hosts Ellis Tan and Justin Le return with a part two of their concert movie discussion featuring a review of the film, "IU Concert : The Winning in Cinemas". Justin has his first KPOP Concert Movie theater experience. Ten Years Ago Today relives the debuts of KIXS (키스), Amber Liu (엠버), and TEEN TOP’s Niel (틴탑 니엘). Lee Jin-a…

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fromis_9's Flawless Run 1:18:13

6M ago1:18:13

1:18:13

On today’s episode, show hosts Ellis Tan and Justin Le evaluate the legacy of fromis_9’s (프로미스나인) career thus far. Our hosts walk through the history of the group, give song recommendations and make predictions for the future. Ten Years Ago Today reviews the viral hits of Hello Venus (헬로비너스), the debut of solo singer McKay (맥케이), and the return of …

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Your Concert Movie Budget is Outrageous! 1:05:06

6M ago1:05:06

1:05:06

On today’s episode, show hosts Ellis Tan and Justin Le dive into the experience of watching a KPOP concert movie and debate the value of these movies from differing perspectives. Our hosts explore the varying directions that these movies can take, and analyze what it takes to produce them. Ten Years Ago Today reviews the reunion of JYP Entertainmen…

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Pandemic Boom (ENG).mp3 1:20:41

6M ago1:20:41

1:20:41

On today’s episode, show hosts Ellis Tan and Justin Le take a look at how the pandemic changed the shape of the KPOP industry. The Ten Years Ago Today segment reviews the debuts of G.Soul (지소울) and CNBlue’s Jung Yonghwa (씨엔블루 정용화), Kahi’s (가희) departure from Pledis Entertainment, and puts a spotlight on ZICO’s (지코) comeback, Break Up 2 Make Up. Cha…

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GFRIEND isn't even in my Top 10 1:08:10

7M ago1:08:10

1:08:10

On today’s episode, show hosts Ellis Tan and Justin Le discuss the return of legendary KPOP girl group, GFRIEND (여자친구). Our hosts cover the debut and rise of the group, the acquisition by the company that would become HYBE Corporation, their 10 year anniversary, and the impact GFRIEND had on the industry. The Ten Years Ago Today segment reviews the…

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The Top 83 Songs of 2024 1:11:02

7M ago1:11:02

1:11:02

On today’s episode, show hosts Ellis Tan and Justin Le discuss their top 3 KPOP tracks of 2024 and their most memorable KPOP moments of the year. The Ten Years Ago Today segment covers the solo debut of SHINee's Jonghyun (샤이니 종현), and the meteoric rise of EXID’s Up & Down (이엑스아이디 위아래). Chapters (00:00:00) Intro (00:01:34) I am ground, introduce you…

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PeachNeonnPink 020 1:26:49

1y ago1:26:49

1:26:49

Comeback week! Just like that we are back talking all things korean… the epitome of this year’s 2010 era feel dramas Queen of Tears, as well as a little series called Lovely Runner. On the kbeauty side, hot takes on korean sunscreen.

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Comedians Kate Berlant and Jacqueline Novak on The Healing Power of Friendship 9:23

4y ago9:23

9:23

For Allure’s Good Health for All issue, the comedians and hosts of the POOG podcast Jacqueline Novak and Kate Berlant discuss friendships—when they make us well, and when they don’t—with Allure writer Brennan Kilbane.By Allure magazine

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How Black Women Infiltrated the Beauty Industry 41:39

4y ago41:39

41:39

Allure's Content Director Jessica Cruel talks to lifelong activist Michaela Angela Davis, culture writer Zeba Blay, and award-winning journalist Dr. Ateh Jewel, who each wrote personal essays about “What It Means to Look Black” for The Melanin Edit: https://www.allure.com/collection/the-melanin-editBy Allure magazine

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The Science of Beauty: Stress 40:29

4+ y ago40:29

40:29

We are bringing you a new series from Allure: The Science of Beauty, where we answer the tough questions about skincare, hair, and more. If you love beauty and are curious about the science behind it, you're going to love this episode on stress. You can't always control a stressful situation, but you can control the way you — and in some ways, even…

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The Science of Beauty: Shampoo 40:19

4+ y ago40:19

40:19

We are bringing you a new series from Allure: The Science of Beauty, where we answer the tough questions about skincare, hair, and more. If you love beauty and are curious about the science behind it, you're going to love this episode on shampoo. As the old saying goes: An acid a day (or, uh, every few days if you're sensitive) keeps breakouts, fin…

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The Science of Beauty: Acids 39:24

4+ y ago39:24

39:24

We are bringing you a new series from Allure: The Science of Beauty, where we answer the tough questions about skincare, makeup, and more. If you love beauty and are curious about the science behind it, you're going to love this episode on acids. As the old saying goes: An acid a day (or, uh, every few days if you're sensitive) keeps breakouts, fin…

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The Science of Beauty: Vitamins in Skin Care 33:29

4+ y ago33:29

33:29

We are bringing you a new series from Allure: The Science of Beauty, where we answer the tough questions about skincare, makeup, and more. If you love beauty and are curious about the science behind it, you're going to love this episode on vitamins in skin care. You know vitamins as the micronutrients our body needs in order to function, but when a…

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The Science of Beauty: Wrinkles 38:16

4+ y ago38:16

38:16

We are bringing you a new series from Allure: The Science of Beauty, where we answer the tough questions about skincare, makeup, and more. If you love beauty and are curious about the science behind it, you're going to love this episode on wrinkles. Let's get one thing straight: It's a privilege to have wrinkles. But if you want your skin to look a…

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The Science of Beauty: Pores 39:39

4+ y ago39:39

39:39

We are bringing you a new series from Allure: The Science of Beauty, where we answer the tough questions about skincare, makeup, and more. If you love beauty and are curious about the science behind it, you're going to love this episode on pores. There are millions of tiny openings all over your skin — and if you didn't have them, you'd be dead. If…

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The Science of Beauty: Hyperpigmentation 26:33

4+ y ago26:33

26:33

We are bringing you a new series from Allure: The Science of Beauty, where we answer the tough questions about skincare, makeup, and more. If you love beauty and are curious about the science behind it, you're going to love this episode on hyperpigmentation. Our skin is home to many tiny factories called melanocytes. They're responsible for produci…

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The Science of Beauty: Sunscreen 36:15

4+ y ago36:15

36:15

We are bringing you a new series from Allure: The Science of Beauty, where we answer the tough questions about skincare, makeup, and more. If you love beauty and are curious about the science behind it, you're going to love this episode on sunscreen. Without protection from UV rays, every one of the greatest beauty innovations of the modern age — r…

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Introducing Allure: The Science of Beauty 3:13

5y ago3:13

3:13

Do you start group chats about the best scalp treatments? Google AHA vs BHA exfoliants until the wee hours? Take progress photos of your dark spots after trying a new vitamin C serum? You’re our people. And we know you’re going to love The Science of Beauty, a new podcast produced by the editors of Allure. Michelle Lee, editor in chief, and Jenny B…

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PeachNeonnPink 019 1:15:47

5y ago1:15:47

1:15:47

Parallel worlds, mathematician kings, spunky detectives oh my! Join me in venturing thru two Koreas in The King Eternal Monarch. And has this quarantine got you thrudging along? Listen with us to DAY6’s Zombie. On the KBeauty, we revisit matte lipsticks! ♡ Let me know what you’d like me to talk about next at https://anchor.fm/peachneonnpink/message…

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PeachNeonnPink 018 54:48

5y ago54:48

54:48

A cat turns into a handsome (with kpop idol looks) human? Of course romance endues because this is Kpop after all. We then delve into why GOT7 tells us not to swear by the moon... and maybe I’d actually drink poison for them? And on the KBeauty side... the woes of finding hand sanitizer amidst a global pandemic ♡ Let me know what you’d like me to t…

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How Alexa Chung Developed Her Public Persona Pre-Social Media 32:40

5+ y ago32:40

32:40

In this episode, Deputy Digital Editor Kara McGrath interviews style icon Alexa Chung about her signature look, the differences between U.K. and U.S. beauty trends, and her favorite drugstores to shop around the world. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.By Allure magazine

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Celebrity Hairstylist Nikki Nelms: Often Imitated, but Never Duplicated 39:56

5+ y ago39:56

39:56

In this episode, Allure Features Director Jessica Cruel (@jcruel) and Digital Hair Editor Jihan Forbes (@itsjihanm) interviewed Nikki Nelms (@nikkinelms), the hairstylist behind some of Janelle Monae, Solange, and Yara Shahidi’s most incredible red-carpet, on-screen, and editorial looks. Tune in if you want to hear how a chance encounter with Lil W…

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Beauty Boss: Tyra Banks is Still Democratizing the Modeling Industry 30:40

5+ y ago30:40

30:40

The iconic supermodel and businesswoman Tyra Banks sat down with our Features Director Jessica Cruel a few weeks ago to discuss how she carved out a special place in the fashion world, how America's Next Top Model democratized modeling, and her new venture, Model Land. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.…

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PeachNeonnPink 017 1:15:40

5+ y ago1:15:40

1:15:40

Should you watch an opulently filmed historical kdrama (sageuk) as we try to survive the pandemic that is COVID19? Well yes because Kingdom came back with its second season, now on Netflix. Indulge in a bit of small happiness with Zico’s Anysong & DEAN’s Instagram in our kpop chat. On the kbeauty section, we talk a bit about what to do when stress …

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Beauty Boss: Charlotte Tilbury Always Knew She'd be a Household Name 50:00

5+ y ago50:00

50:00

The iconic makeup artist turned beauty founder sat down with EIC Michelle Lee to dive deep into how she started in the business, the obstacles she overcame to ultimately break records, and, of course, her own personal makeup, skin, hair, and wellness routines. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.…

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PeachNeonnPink 016 58:07

5+ y ago58:07

58:07

A pair of police academy trainees turned unlikely friends witness a kidnapping, all on a midnight somewhere in Seoul... this week we talk about Midnight Runners, a 2017 feature film starring two of my favs — Park Seojoon & Kang Haneul. Two distinctive unique female soloists and their songs about heartbreak & blossoming love in our kpop section. Las…

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A Dermatologist Dispels the "Black Don't Crack" Myth 45:14

5+ y ago45:14

45:14

Allure Features Director Jessica Cruel (@jcruel) and Digital Hair Editor Jihan Forbes (@itsjihanm) sat down with prominent dermatologist Dr. Michelle Henry (@drmichellehenry) to break down stigmas and myths about skin and scalp care for brown skin. >>> SUNSCREEN > 4:09 - NYT article "Should black people wear sunscreen?" // 6:19 - Sunscreen ingredie…

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Phillip Lim and Prabal Gurung Talk Beauty, Representation, and the Asian-American Experience As Only Fashion Icons Can 1:03:10

5+ y ago1:03:10

1:03:10

In this episode, award-winning fashion designers Phillip Lim and Prabal Gurung have a wonderfully wide-ranging conversation with Michelle Lee about building community, Crazy Rich Asians, beauty routines, and what their years in the fashion industry have taught them. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.…

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PeachNeonnPink 015 1:07:23

5+ y ago1:07:23

1:07:23

Parasite won Best Picture at the Academy Awards! Yaas! But back to regular programming... we deep dive into the drama within a manhwa within another manhwa — Extraordinary You. On the kpop, two fantasticly addictive songs from SF9 and yet to debut Treasure. Then another rant about toners in our KBeauty section. ♡ Let me know what you’d like me to t…

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Huda Kattan Shares Her Skin-Care Confessions 28:51

5+ y ago28:51

28:51

We sat down with one of the most influential women in global beauty to talk about Wishful, her first foray into skin-care; her struggle with endometriosis; and her beauty goals for the new decade. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.By Allure magazine

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Keke Palmer on Redefining Beauty Standards, Her Inspirations, and that Viral Moment in 2019 25:40

5+ y ago25:40

25:40

Sponsored by Olay Body, we sat down with Keke Palmer in this live episode in New York to share how she fights dry skin, the importance of representing her community, and her iconic viral moment in 2019. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.By Allure magazine

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The Glow Recipe Founders on the Evolution and Future of K-Beauty 54:55

5+ y ago54:55

54:55

We sat down with Glow Recipe founders Christine Chang and Sarah Lee to talk skin care, injectables, sustainability, and the seven skin method. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.By Allure magazine

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Pose’s Mj Rodriguez Has a Message from the Trans Community 51:29

5+ y ago51:29

51:29

We sat down with Mj Rodriguez to talk Pose, her career, the evolution of her gender identity, and her new breakthrough role as a beauty ambassador. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.By Allure magazine

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PeachNeonnPink 014 1:20:46

5+ y ago1:20:46

1:20:46

Foodies rejoice! This week we talk about food themed korean variety shows including aptly named Coffee Friends. On the kpop, a bit about female hiphop ingenues Hoody and Suran, and how female singers are kickass. In kbeauty, a short talk about really cute food themed products from TonyMoly, Skinfood and Apieu. ♡ Let me know what you’d like me to ta…

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PeachNeonnPink 013 1:24:25

5+ y ago1:24:25

1:24:25

When a touch becomes a voyeurish look into that person’s past, emotional scars and all is not exactly a superpower that a teenager would want... on this week’s kdrama He Is Psychometric, starring my GOT7 bias Park Jinyoung. In the kpop section we compare two songstresses on heartbreaks and relationships — Anda & Heize. On the kbeauty, we delve into…

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PeachNeonnPink 012 1:29:34

5+ y ago1:29:34

1:29:34

A whirlwind romance spanning opposite sides of the Korean Peninsula with veteran actors Hyunbin & Son Yejin in today’s kdrama pick — Crash Landing On You. The music of the week involves sweet dulcet duets from Zico & IU, and folksy rock duo Bolbbalgan4. On the KBeauty, a little talk about calming waters and my love for Centella Asiatica. ♡ Let me k…

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Drew Barrymore Is Warding Off Internet Trolls -- and Men 58:21

5+ y ago58:21

58:21

In this episode, we sat down with Drew Barrymore, the Hollywood triple threat turned beauty mogul, to discuss the lessons she’s teaching her daughters about being in the public eye at a young age; how her body image has changed throughout her career, divorce, and motherhood; and the authenticity of her #beautyjunkieweek on Instagram. See acast.com/…

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PeachNeonnPink • InBetween 2 1:15:39

5+ y ago1:15:39

1:15:39

Another quickie! In this mini episode we talk about Because I Want to Talk, a new talk show hosted by sought after Korean actor Lee Dong Wook... where he pretty much gets to flex his bromance with longtime friend and co-star Gong Yoo. I also ramble a bit about two Korean dramas that starred Lee Dong Wook — 2005’s My Girl with Lee Dahae and more rec…

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PeachNeonnPink 011 1:36:13

5+ y ago1:36:13

1:36:13

Epic battlefields, sword fights and political upheaval in today’s kdrama pick — My Country: The New Age. We talk about relationships and breakups with a song from Eric Nam & collab by Epik High and Taeyang. On the KBeauty side, you know it... a quickie about korean brand lipsticks that I am loving. ♡ Let me know what you’d like me to talk about nex…

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PeachNeonnPink 010 1:23:36

5+ y ago1:23:36

1:23:36

Arranged marriages and hijinks with a reluctant King, all in the Joseon era with kdrama Flower Crew Joseon Marriage Agency. On the kpop section, two of the most fun chill songs currently released with GOT7’s Thursday and NFlying’s GOODBAM. Also a bit about my favorite makeup product... lipsticks! My review of three matte lipsticks from well known k…

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PeachNeonnPink 009 1:17:23

5+ y ago1:17:23

1:17:23

This episode of PeachNeonnPink we dive through murder, mayhem, and mystery with Korean variety show Busted! On the KPop we touch base with a singer/rapper couple that broke the norms of the industry and are back with new songs — Hyuna & Dawn. And lastly, a rarely discussed KBeauty product? ♡ Let me know what you’d like me to talk about next at http…

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Gemma Chan on Aging, Self-Acceptance, and Being a Kid of the 90’s 33:15

5+ y ago33:15

33:15

In this episode, we spoke to the breakthrough movie star of Crazy Rich Asians, Captain Marvel, and next year’s Eternals about International Asians, over-plucked brows, and her evolving ideas on beauty. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.By Allure magazine

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