Jackie Backman

I am a seasoned writer, editor, and social media manager with glitter in my veins.

I received my Bachelor of Arts in Magazine Journalism from San Francisco State University in 2006, where I was the Features Editor for [X]press Magazine. Since then, I have worked in various industries, including online dating, adult entertainment, beauty, and FinTech.

I have plenty of cool projects under my belt, including web copy, landing pages, SEO optimized blogs, and a monthly column in the most prominent adult industry magazine in the world.

Editorial Work

Here is a sampling of some of my favorite bylines. Expert topics include beauty, sexual health, and social media strategy. 

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Fresh Spring 2024 Makeup Trends Using Your Own Beauty Stash

5 Spring Makeup Trends You Can Try With Products You Already Own

Spring has sprung, and with the new season comes a new opportunity to add something fresh and fun to your makeup routine. As the winter chill melts away, we bid a fond farewell to darker tones and say hello to bright pinks, dewy skin, and megawatt blush that makes it look like we’re trying to act casual in front of our gym crush, knowing full well the look on our face is anything but.

Of course, if money is tight, buying new make
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Life After Zulily: Top Alternatives for Discount Shoppers!

In my circle, I’m known as the person who finishes her Christmas shopping early, thanks in no small part to my favorite shopping app, Zulily. Usually, as September rolls around, I would start checking the app daily for sales and planning out my shopping list to get my loved ones designer gifts on a small budget. A Coach purse for mom, a pair of Gucci stunna shades for my cousin, a Ralph Lauren romper for my 9-year-old, and a little Juicy Couture for me, of course. This year was no different, so
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We Took the Under $20 Self Care Routine Challenge, and This is What Happened.

As the resident beauty maven here at Thrissle, it’s no secret that I’m a fan of luxury beauty products. That said, great self-care doesn’t always have to come with a hefty price tag. So, my team issued me a challenge to come up with a whole self-care routine using nothing but products that cost $20 or less each.

I’m always up for a challenge, so here we go!

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Dove Beauty Bar – I start my routine by lathering up with t
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Makeup Trends For Fall 2023

Get excited, besties, because fall is here, and we’re ready to dive head-first into all things autumn! Yes, we know the naysayers in the room will call us “basic,” and no, we’re not here for any of your negativity on the subject. We can’t hear you over the sound of fall leaves crunching beneath our boots!

Now that all the haters have left the chat, let’s talk about living your best fall life while wearing your best fall looks, shall we?

Today I’m serving full fall glam with a variety of produc
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We Tried Rihanna's Iconic Red Superbowl Lipstick, and We're in Love!

Last Updated on May 5, 2023

I’ve been chasing the perfect red lip since I started wearing makeup at age 15(ish). The year was 1995, and La Santa Selena had just been taken from us thanks to the evil Yolanda Saldivar. Selena’s image was everywhere, and her signature red pout was well on its way to the icon status it always deserved.

After scouring all the English and Spanish fashion magazines, I discovered that her signature color was Brick Red by Chanel, and it immediately became a staple in m
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Five Low-Calorie Starbuck Drinks to Get You in the Fall Spirit

It’s still a million degrees outside, so it hardly feels like fall, but you would never know it as soon as you step into Starbucks and find yourself awash in a sea of pumpkin spice. Not that I’m complaining, because in my book, fall starts when Starbucks says it does. Look, I don’t make the rules here; I just follow them, ok?

And while those tasty, sugar-laden, whipped cream-covered fall drinks are delicious, they hardly make a great addition to your diet. However, there are ways to enjoy your
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How to Make Your Product Photos Shine

Have you ever been scrolling Instagram and suddenly found yourself captivated by dazzling photos of a product you didn’t even know you needed? Suddenly, you go from liking photos of your friends and giggling at memes to entering your credit card information because that beautifully shot creation is now something you can’t live without. That’s the magic of good product photography!

You may think you need a professional photographer on your payroll to make this kind of magic happen for your own b