Category: Beauty Hacks, Finds, & Tips
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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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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.
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Bushbalm Dark Spot Routine Review for Underarm Hyperpigmentation (As Someone Who Waxes)
Let’s talk about something that doesn’t get discussed enough: underarm hyperpigmentation. If you’re like me and you wax regularly, you probably know the struggle of dealing with irritation, ingrown hairs, and the dark spots that can follow. I’ve been testing out the Bushbalm Dark Spot Exfoliating Scrub and Dark Spot Oil as part of their…
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🇨🇦 Celebrate Canadian‑Made Skincare: Omy Laboratoires Free Shipping June 19–23!
Hey skincare lovers! Great news: Omy Laboratoires, the Canadian‑owned personalized skincare brand, is offering free shipping right now — only from June 19 to June 23—on all orders over $75. Why We’re Loving Omy 📅 Free-Shipping Window: June 19–23 This limited-time offer is a great excuse to finally try a personalized formula—or snag a gift for someone…
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Why I’m Rethinking the Slick-Back Bun Life
Let’s talk about it—the slick-back bun. She’s cute. She’s polished. She makes you feel like that girl. But after months of rocking her regularly, I had to ask myself: at what cost? I posted recently about how that tension was giving what it needed to give… until it wasn’t. My edges started whispering for help.…
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Upgrade Your Shower Routine: How I’m Getting My Skin to Smell and Feel Its Best
Lately, I’ve been treating my shower like a mini sanctuary. It’s no longer just about getting clean—it’s about feeling good in my skin, smelling amazing, and addressing the things I’ve quietly felt insecure about. One of those things? My underarms. They’ve always been darker than the rest of my body, and for a long time,…
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PR Unboxing: What I’ll Be Trying Next — And Why You Might Want to Too
This post contains affiliate links. If you choose to shop through them, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you for supporting my work! There’s nothing like the thrill of trying new beauty products—especially when they’re designed to solve real-life skincare concerns. Recently, I received some exciting PR that…
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5 OG Holy Grail Beauty Products Every Beauty Influencer Should Have on Deck
In a world where new beauty drops happen faster than you can hit “add to cart,” there are some makeup products that have earned their permanent place in our kits. These are the tried-and-true staples—the OGs—that never let us down. Whether you’re going full glam or just doing a quick face for content creation, these…
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