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Beauty
Skincare and makeup finds for fresh-faced girlies who are particular about what goes on their skin and what earns a spot in the routine.
Start with what you are trying to figure out
Skin texture, dark spots, and glow
This is the real-life skin journey. What irritated me, what I changed, and what finally helped me see a difference.
Fresh-faced makeup
Soft, glowy, still looks like you. This is my lane, especially when I want a little oomph without a whole production.
Lashes without the hype
I am picky about mascara, and I will absolutely go back to the old faithful if the new thing does not deliver.
Fragrance that feels like summer
Fresh, soft, a little unexpected. These are the kinds of scents I reach for when I want my fragrance to feel like part of the season.
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Tarte Tartelette XL vs. L’Oréal Telescopic Mascara Review: Is the Hype Justified?
I put Tarte Tartelette XL against my longtime L’Oréal Telescopic favorite. Here’s which one gave me better length,…
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From Hyperpigmentation to Glow: My Success Story with Dr. Dennis Gross Peels
Retinol irritated my skin, so I changed course. These Dr. Dennis Gross peels helped me get back to…
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The No Makeup Makeup Look Essential Set
This is my kind of no-makeup makeup: fresh skin, soft definition, and just enough glow to look polished…
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The 5 Best Everyday Red Lipsticks Every Woman Should Own
I love a red lip, but only if I’ll actually wear it. These five shades are flattering, comfortable,…
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6 Skincare Essentials for Glowing Skin
These six skincare staples earned repeat use for me, from vitamin C and rosehip oil to body scrubs,…
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Skin Essentials
This was my skincare lineup for exfoliation, lip care, and dark spots, including a few products I reached…
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Summer fragrance
Jo Malone kept winning my summer fragrance search. These three scents gave me fresh, soft, and slightly unexpected…
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Spring make-up
Spring always makes me want lighter textures and brighter color. These were the lip and makeup shades that…
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Nourish dry skin
When cold weather dries me out, I reach for scrubs, rich creams, and serious foot care. Soap &…