Victoria McDonnell
Victoria McDonnell is a content strategist and commerce journalist at the New York Post.
Background
Victoria spends countless hours researching, testing, and reviewing hundreds of products and comparing the latest and greatest makeup, skincare, haircare, and beauty items and trends to determine which are worth your hard-earned cash. If that weren't enough, she also tests cleaning products ranging from household cleaners to appliances to vacuums (including just about every Dyson vacuum there is). She evaluates formulas, functions, and features to make sure every review is backed by experts. Victoria has been creating shopping guides for the New York Post since 2021 and previously held commerce positions at Insider Reviews and CNN Underscored.
Latest Articles
Just grow with it: The 10 best hair growth serums of 2025, per experts
December 16, 2025 | 1:55pmIt's time to get to the bottom of this.
After weeks of testing the best men's shampoos for thinning hair, these were the ones that stood out
December 16, 2025 | 1:03pmWe spoke to experts and tested the formulas ourselves.
Stocking stuffer alert: Anastasia Beverly Hills hits its lowest price ever — and arrives before the 25th
December 16, 2025 | 11:34amThis is something I want to unwrap, TBH.
The 31 best holiday gift baskets that they'll actually love to recieve
December 15, 2025 | 11:29amPerfected with a pretty bow, your gift is in tow.
47 best Christmas gift ideas for dads — that aren’t just socks or ties
December 15, 2025 | 11:14amBecome his favorite child this holiday.
This K-beauty stocking stuffer is less than $25 and arrives before Christmas
December 15, 2025 | 10:08amThe easiest stocking stuffer to buy right now.
Lather, rinse, *wow*: The 25 best shampoos I’ve ever tried
December 15, 2025 | 9:52amWe tested all the formulas, spoke with hair experts and researched it all — so you don't have to.
Last call with 10 days left: These are the 35+ best last-minute Christmas gift ideas that will arrive in time
December 15, 2025 | 9:22amA cheat sheet for the last-minute shopper.
Black Friday is back at Cozy Earth with up to 35% off sitewide — and 40% off its dreamy pajamas
December 13, 2025 | 6:30amThe best deals don't only come the day after Thanksgiving.
59 Christmas gift ideas that will make you Mom’s favorite, picked by a shopaholic mom
December 12, 2025 | 3:57pmGive a gift just as special as she is!
This 41%-off COSRX Glow Mask Set will sell out — Get it before Christmas or miss out
December 12, 2025 | 2:05pmThis is a deal we're all over.
AirPods Pro 3 drop below $200 — and yes, they’ll arrive well before Christmas
December 12, 2025 | 9:55amA deal you'll really want to listen to.
Crash-proof your wallet with this dash cam deal
December 11, 2025 | 12:15pmConsider it your guard against dangerous drivers.
The perfect Christmas gift for your husband exists – Here are 43+ ideas
December 10, 2025 | 4:36pmGet him something he won't hate.
The best gifts for the women in your life (that they'll *actually* love)
December 10, 2025 | 4:34pmThe ultimate list of options for your leading lady.
Your wife deserves the best Christmas gifts, and we have the 61+ best ideas
December 10, 2025 | 11:16amOur hearts go out to every partner who understands the gift-giving struggle.
Stocking stuffer goals: grace & stella’s best-selling skincare set is less than $15
December 10, 2025 | 10:55amIt's giving savvy Christmas shopper on a budget.
Your skin’s holiday miracle: medicube’s (quite fabulous) Pore Pads are 55% off
December 9, 2025 | 1:05pmmedi-cue the deal.
5 best shampoos for women with fine and thinning hair, per our testing
December 9, 2025 | 11:06amMeet the specific formulations that'll help give you fuller, feel-good hair.
How do I keep my entire life organized? Credit is due to the Skylight Calendar, obviously
December 9, 2025 | 9:07amIt has quickly become one of my favorite possessions.