Tag: Lifestyle
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Breaking the Cycle: Learning a New Way to Discipline My Children
Motherhood has been one of the most refining experiences of my life. When I first became a mom, I thought discipline would come naturally because I already had a model: the way I was raised. For years, I believed that discipline was simple — you repeat what your parents did. After all, I “turned out…
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Best Drugstore Shampoos and Conditioners for Natural Hair and Dandruff
One of the biggest goals in any natural hair journey is length retention. We know our hair is always growing, but keeping that length means fighting against breakage, dryness, and scalp issues like dandruff. Over the years, I’ve learned that the right shampoo and conditioner can make a huge difference in how healthy my scalp…
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Luxury Skincare Finds at Shoppers: How I’m Saving My Skin and Collecting PC Optimum Points
💬 Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you shop through them, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. That’s how I keep this blog running and cover the cost of my kids’ swim classes (because, let’s be real, those lessons aren’t cheap 🏊🏽♀️💸). If there’s one thing about me,…
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New Beauty PR + Fall Sales: Cerave, Merit, Omy Laboratoires, Olaplex & YesStyle
Unboxing this week’s PR: Cerave, Omy, Olaplex, Merit & more. Skincare, haircare, fall beauty deals + why I signed my kids up for swim class.
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My Fragrance Journey: Finding My Signature Scent
Fragrance has always been more than just a finishing touch for me — it’s a way of expressing mood, memory, and identity. As a beauty and lifestyle creator, I’ve been on a journey to discover what feels like my scent story. Along the way, I’ve learned that the perfect fragrance isn’t just about following trends…
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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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