Lisa Kovalovich Whitmore Lisa Kovalovich Whitmore was senior editor of health and beauty at Real Simple for six years. Since 2014, she has been a freelance writer and an English teacher at Middletown Township Public Schools in New Jersey. Highlights: * Beauty editor at Glamour * Beauty editor at Twist Magazine * Freelance beauty editor at Marie Claire * Senior editor, beauty and health, at Real Simple * In 2014, became a teacher and freelance writer About Real Simple Real Simple, a Dotdash Meredith Brand, is an award-winning, trusted online resource for smart, authentic solutions to simplify your life. We reach 11 million readers a month. Our content is written by experienced journalists and fact-checked for accuracy. Learn more about us and our editorial guidelines.