Bio

Melanie Rud is a Chicago-based beauty and lifestyle writer and editor. After graduating with degrees in journalism and English from New York University, she spent several years in New York City, working as a beauty editor at several prominent publications, including Shape, Health, and Good Housekeeping. She now contributes to numerous print and digital outlets. Additionally, Melanie appears on television as a beauty and lifestyle expert, and also consults and provides editorial services for many major beauty companies. She also works as a beauty coach, offering custom beauty advice and creating bespoke product regimens for her clients. When she’s not trying out the latest skincare launches or meticulously organizing her extensive lipstick collection, you can find her teaching Lagree Method workout classes, wrangling her two-year-old twins and two rescue dogs, or posted up on the couch indulging in any and all Bravo shows.