Mary Wroblewski
School
Illinois State University, Northern Illinois University
Expertise
Communication, Marketing, Lifestyle & Health
- Mary is a career journalist, working as both a writer and editor at many print and online publications.
- Mary is a regular contributor to several Hearst Media publications, writing about communication, marketing, small business, and lifestyle topics. She has also written for Crain's Chicago Business, Woman's Day, and Verywell Health.
- Mary may prefer nonfiction writing, but she weaves some important elements of creative writing into her work — namely the storytelling ideals of relatability, description, and cadence.
Experience
Mary's career path followed a trajectory similar to someone her grandfather instantly likened her to: Lois Lane. She began her career as a reporter at a weekly newspaper, then moved to a large, suburban daily newspaper and then became an editor on the night news desk of one of the largest metropolitan newspapers in the country (though not The Daily Planet). As newspapers and magazines grappled with historic challenges posed by the emergence of the internet, Mary decided to parlay her journalism and media relations skills to small businesses. While writing was the common thread in these efforts, she also burnished her digital communication skill set, focusing on website and blog content while integrating the guiding principles of search engine optimization. Once newspapers recalibrated and other online publications like those at Static Media emerged, Mary refocused her energies on nonfiction articles. She continues to write about communication, marketing, small business issues, lifestyle, and health for myriad print and online publications. She is thrilled to be a contributor to Glam, just as Lois Lane surely would be.
Education
Mary holds a bachelor's degree in mass communication with an emphasis in journalism from Illinois State University. Mary also holds a master's degree in journalism from Northern Illinois University. She is a member of Kappa Tau Alpha, an academic honor society for journalists.
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Stories By Mary Wroblewski
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When it comes to skincare and beauty routines, essential oils are a great addition. Tea tree oil is perfect to add to your routine for many reasons.
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Your dry feet present quite the challenge. The long-term solution to baby-soft feet is much easier than you may think, however. The secret is glycolic acid.
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Exfoliating is one of the best things you can do for your skin, but how are the majority of people doing it? Let's take a look.
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As you may have learned, sweat is your body's way of maintaining its interior thermostat by cooling it down. This function is crucial so you don't overheat.
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Thanks to the influence of King Louis XIV, France has been a fashion powerhouse for centuries. Now, Glam readers are sharing their favorite French fashions.
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Sometimes, our hairstyles conflict with the healthiness of our hair, but this doesn't have to be the case anymore.
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Brownie batter has never looked better. In fact, your hair can look as deeply rich as your favorite chocolate confection.
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The acidity of human skin ranges between the 4 to 7 pH level — and this means the products you use on your skin should follow suit.
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The image of a mermaid lounging on a rock isn't complete without her gorgeous, beachy waves. Learn how to achieve a vacation-ready mermaid hair look yourself.
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You need a few good turtlenecks in your closet in the winter, and one of them should be black. Here's why it'll be your new favorite staple piece.
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Barbie has been setting style trends, like her ubiquitous ponytail, since she made her debut in March 1959. It continues to be en vogue, but in a different way.
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Fashion styles come and go (and often come back again). Here are a few winter jackets you may want to leave packed this year in preference of a better style.
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Dragon fruit is known for being rich in vitamins. But more specifically, what skin-healing properties and benefits does the tropical food boast?
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Loungewear became popular due to the pandemic ... offering us more comfort while we worked and lounged at home. Here's which brands people love the most.
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Ear health is important — it's how we hear what's going on around us. Before you shove a cotton swab in there to remove wax, read this article.
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Digital planners may be convenient to sync with the rest of your life, but there are a lot of benefits that come from using a traditional paper planner.
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Psoriasis is an autoimmune disorder that causes raised patches of scaly red skin. Those looking to soothe their symptoms may find relief from these tactics.
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Winter hair wellness means combatting dryness and fighting off static. We have some tips to help you do just that — prevent those flyaways!
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For many beauty enthusiasts, eyeliner is the bane of existence. But there are a few tips you can follow to make this tricky product a little easier to apply.
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Tired of fighting with getting the best look with your blush? Well, there's a TikTok hack for that. We look at how to make rouge application easier.
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Humidifiers can have a bevy of benefits not only for your overall health but also for yous skin, so let's break down what they can do for your skin.
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Tired of looking cakey? Follow these simple makeup tips to get the perfect coverage while creating the illusion that you're not wearing foundation at all.
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Glam's readers know their way around a makeup bag, and they've told us the one key step they can never skip in their makeup routines. It may surprise you!
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Overalls aren't just utilitarian anymore. Now, they're staples in the fashion scene, and for good reason.
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You can fight dry skin this winter before it turns into a bigger problem. Cold weather can really do a number on our skin — here's how to get help.
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Buying new clothing always feels good, but sticker residue feels painful. However, getting it off of your clothes doesn't have to be a pain.
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Hair trends are endlessly fun to jump on, and Glam readers let us know which one is perfectly poised to be the best of fall 2022.