Tag: Lifestyle
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A Scent for Every Mood: How My Fragrance Style Evolves Throughout the Month
A personal take on how fragrance moods evolve through the month — from amber to floral to gourmand. Featuring current fall/winter favorites like Kayali The Wedding Santal 35 and Armaf Club De Nuit Intense.
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Life Is Balance… and I Still Haven’t Mastered It
If there’s one thing motherhood has taught me, it’s that life is all about balance—and yet, I still haven’t mastered it. I used to believe that if I just worked hard enough, planned well enough, and stayed on top of everything, I could juggle it all: motherhood, work, health, home, and everything in between. But…
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How My Skincare Has Evolved — And Why Yours Should Too
I used to think I had my skincare routine figured out. For years, my bathroom shelf was stocked with Vitamin C serums in the morning, retinol serums at night, and a rotation of actives to “keep my skin in check.” But as time went on, I started noticing something — my skin was changing. Not…
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I Used to Be Cool… Now I Say Things Like “Ugh, I’m in My Luteal Phase”
Once upon a time, I thought I was cool. I was spontaneous. I had energy for days. I could survive on three hours of sleep, iced coffee, and bad decisions. Now? I catch myself saying things like, “Ugh, I’m in my luteal phase” — and I don’t even fully understand the luteal phase. All I…
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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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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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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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Thinking About Homeschooling Your Kids? Here’s What You Need to Know
Are you considering homeschooling your children—either starting today or preparing for the upcoming school year? Whether you’ve been thinking about it for a while or just recently felt the nudge, you’re not alone. More and more families are choosing to take education into their own hands, and for good reason. Homeschooling offers flexibility, personalized learning,…
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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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