Author: Sandy Esprit
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I’m Now a YesStyle Influencer! Here’s Why I Trust K-Beauty with My Skin

Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. You can choose to make a purchase through these links and I’ll receive a small percentage. Your support is greatly appreciated. If you’ve been following my skincare journey, you already know I’ve been experimenting, learning, and growing when it comes to finding what works for my acne-prone, combination, aging…
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K-Beauty vs. Western Skincare: Why I Use Both in My Routine

When it comes to skincare, I’ve learned one important truth: it’s not about choosing sides—it’s about balance. For years, I followed a mostly Western skincare approach: strong actives, minimal steps, and results-driven products. And honestly? Some of those products work. Ingredients like retinol, niacinamide, and vitamin C have helped me treat acne, brighten my skin,…
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So You’re Thinking About Homeschooling This Fall? Here’s What I Wish I Knew in 2020

Back in 2020, when the world suddenly shut down, I found myself staring at the unknown. Like many parents, I had no idea what the future of education would look like. Schools were closed indefinitely, and everything felt uncertain. At the time, my oldest daughter was only three—but she could already read, and I knew…
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K-Beauty Skincare in My 30s: Gentle, Effective, and Joyful

At 38, my skincare priorities have shifted. I’m seeing the normal signs of aging—fine lines, sagging due to collagen loss, and overall skin fatigue. But I’ve made peace with that. What I don’t have time for is a skincare routine that feels like a chore. Disclaimer: I have affiliate links in the post below. Feel…
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My Body Isn’t a Problem to Fix: Reclaiming Beauty on My Own Terms

After years of toxic beauty standards, purity culture, and postpartum insecurity, I’m learning to love my body—not when it changes, but as it is. I’m joining Dove’s #UnseenBeauty campaign to help others feel seen.
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Affordable Long-Wear, Sweat-Proof Makeup to Beat the Heat This Summer

Discover the best affordable long-wear, sweat-proof makeup products to survive summer heat and humidity. From primers to foundations, setting sprays & brow gels, build a flawless, melt-proof routine on a budget.
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Drugstore Shampoo & Conditioner That Shocked Me—in the Best Way

I’ll be the first to admit—I used to sleep on drugstore haircare. For the longest time, I thought if it wasn’t salon-grade or high-end, it couldn’t possibly work for my hair. But these drugstore shampoo and conditioner combos have humbled me. Not only did they work, but some outperformed pricier products I’ve tried in the…
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How Motherhood—and My Body—Looks 3 Years After Baby #3

It’s been three years since I had my third baby, and motherhood still feels like a journey of constant change—especially when it comes to my body. While I’ve embraced many parts of this phase in life, I won’t sugarcoat it: there are still days when I look in the mirror and feel… disconnected. Like I’m…
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New in PR: Deep Cleans, Hair Microbiomes & Banana Jellies?!

This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase through one of these links, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you for supporting my content! There’s nothing like a good mail week — and this past one has been packed with some seriously exciting PR packages. From…
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Mini Beauty & Skincare Reviews You Didn’t Ask For (But I’m Sharing Anyway!)

Honest reviews of skincare and makeup from L’Oreal, Maybelline, La Roche-Posay, SkinCeuticals & more. Find out what worked, what flopped, and what’s worth your money.