Amina Lake Abdelrahman

Amina Lake Abdelrahman is a commerce editor for Better Homes & Gardens and Real Simple, where she writes and edits stories that help readers decide what to buy. Previously, she wrote for multiple brands at Dotdash Meredith, with a focus on home, kitchen, and travel products. She wrote product reviews and buying guides for Real Simple, Better Homes & Gardens, Travel + Leisure, and Food & Wine. She also contributed to People, InStyle, Martha Stewart, and Health.

After graduating from Montclair State University, she began her career as a fellow for Good Housekeeping at Hearst magazines. Her six-month fellowship eventually led to a full-time job with the Good Housekeeping Institute, where she learned the ins and outs of product testing and reviews. There, Amina worked with in-house experts to write for the print magazine and website, covering everything from eco-friendly home products to children's toys.