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In an exclusive Q+A with Marie Claire, 'Love Island USA' host Ariana Madix discusses toxicity in the fandom, how grief affected season 8’s production, and the emotional strength she admires from the Islanders.

"People don't realize how much beauty actually matters when you're an athlete. Between the travel, the cameras, and the recovery, your skin takes a beating, and you still want to look good because looking good is part of feeling ready to compete.

Every product in my bag has to earn its spot. My routine is faster, more functional, and more skin-focused—built for my real lifestyle. The biggest thing I've learned is that real confidence comes from feeling healthy, capable, and completely put together, no matter what the day throws at me."

We spoke with the Washington Spirit executive about winning a championship, walking away from it, and the circle of women who keep her grounded.

We spoke with the one and only Azzi Fudd about how her personal style has evolved, and which of her teammates has inspired her fashion the most.