Kate Sandoval Box
Kate Sandoval Box (she/her) is the Beauty Director at Oprah Daily. She has over 18 years of experience at national women’s media brands; and, in fact, started her publishing career at O, The Oprah Magazine. She’s also held beauty editor roles at Shape, Self, Latina, and Cosmopolitan. Kate tests hundreds and hundreds of beauty products that cross her desk each year and interviews many top experts, celebrities, and indie brand founders to bring you the best in beauty. Follow her on Instagram.
I Tried New Hidden Braces, and My Teeth Have Never Looked Better
Pro: Straight teeth in record time. Con: They’re still braces. Read on for my in-depth review.
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Derrick Rutledge put our makeup picks to the test. Here’s what made it to his kit.
The Best Makeup for Mature Skin, According to Makeup Artists over 50
Our skin changes as we age; our makeup routine should, too.
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Oprah Beauty O-Wards 2023: We Tested Hundreds of New Products to Find the Very Best
This year, we tested hundreds of new products to zero in on the very best. Whether through potent active ingredients, cutting-edge formulas, or smart application systems, these skincare, haircare, and makeup winners have the ability to truly transform.
The Cream Jessica Alba Uses to “Look 10 Years Younger”
The best part? It’s only $22.
Watch Oprah Discuss Her Favorite Skincare Brand with Founder Dr. Barbara Sturm
Join Oprah and Dr. Barbara Sturm for a conversation on inflammation, aging, and the secret to their glowy skin.
The Best Cosmetic Skin Procedures Per Dermatologists
If you're considering an in-office treatment for dark spots, acne, wrinkles, or sagging, these are the non-invasive options top dermatologists deem most effective.
These Skincare Devices Are Worth Your Time
At-home skin tools are investments, for sure. But the payoff can be significantly healthier skin, as long as you use them consistently—in some cases, daily—and correctly.
Why Kerry Washington’s Skin Looks So Good These Days
First things first: “Retinol has been a game changer.” That, plus six other products she swears by, ahead.
What Our Beauty Director Uses to Get Glowy Skin
Whatever our age or skin tone, we all want a radiant, healthy-looking complexion. Here’s how I create it.
We Tried It: New Menopause Skincare for Estrogen Loss
The latest formulas aim to boost depleting estrogen levels. Oprah staffers put them to the test—here are the creams of the crop.
Hairstylist Kim Kimble Has a New Wig Collection for Textured Hair
Beyoncé’s mane girl is making Hollywood hair accessible to all.
Oprah’s Brow Pro Shares Her Easy Eyebrow Tutorial
Anastasia Soare shows you how to get perfect brows, and reveals how she and Oprah met.
Review: Here’s How No7 Menopause Skincare Helps Dry, Crepey Skin
Everything you need to know about the brand’s five-product range.
Tia Mowry Opens Up About Her Hair and Her Happiness
For our latest installment of Beauty Talk, we chat with the actress, entrepreneur, and mom about her mission to make curl care easier for all.
The Products in Our Beauty Director’s Winter Routine
Perk things up with Kate Sandoval Box’s latest beauty picks.
Road Test: These New Hair Tools Are Making Our Lives Easier
Our hair—and bathroom counter—looks better than ever, too.
“Charlotte Tilbury’s Newest Highlighter Is the Only Powder I’ll Put on My Fine Lines”
The makeup artist to the stars has made a glowy formula grown-ups will love.
Why It’s Worth Adding an Essence to Your Skincare Routine
Applying this water-like formula to your skin makes your other products work better—and the latest from True Botanicals softens, plumps, and calms skin, too.
Our Beauty Director’s Favorite Holiday Gifts to Give in 2022
She tore through many an advent calendar to get here.
Easy Makeup Trends for Party Season 2022
Because the holidays are your time to shine.
Bethenny Frankel Asks: “Why Doesn’t Anyone Look Like Themselves Anymore?”
Entrepreneur, philanthropist, and TV star Bethenny Frankel is known for keeping it real. Even still, you may be surprised to hear her hot take on why we should all stop using social media filters.
Christy Turlington Burns Shares Her Wellness Routine
The supermodel and founder of Every Mother Counts has mastered the art of time well spent.
How Oprah Keeps Her Hair So Healthy
Oprah’s hairstylist, Nicole Mangrum, shares her top tips and favorite products.
Rosie Huntington-Whiteley on the Beauty-and-Wellness Practices That Boost Her Confidence
The model, actor, Rose Inc beauty brand founder, and mom of two is all about finding ways to decompress.
How Oprah Had an Effect on Lupita Nyong’o’s Self-Esteem
The Oscar-winning actor shares the affirming moment, reflects on the anniversary of her book “Sulwe," divulges her secret to radiant skin, and more.
Our Beauty Editors Love These Latinx- and Hispanic-Founded Beauty Brands
Support them during Latinx Hispanic Heritage month—and long after.
Charlotte Tilbury Says Her New Concealer Makes You Look Like You’ve Had a Facelift
But you need her special (and surprisingly easy) application technique.
Your Post-Summer Nail Recovery Plan
Fun was had, damage was done. Happily, Dana Stern, MD, a dermatologist with an expertise in nail health, is here with smart, safe solutions for dry, weak, peeling nails—plus other top concerns.
Oprah Insiders Put the Beauty O-Ward Winners to the Test—Here’s What They Said
We sent a bunch of the 2022 Beauty O-ward haircare, skincare, and makeup winners to some of our Oprah Daily insiders and asked them for their honest thoughts. The reviews are in!
Meet the 10 BIPOC Founders Who Are Oprah Beauty O-ward Winners
Come for the inspiring stories, stay for the stellar products.