Let’s talk mascara. For years, I was devoted to Lancôme mascaras—specifically Definicils and Hypnôse Drama. I discovered them when department store counters offered those irresistible free gift bags with purchase. Performance-wise, they were top-tier. You’d walk away with a few travel-size treasures, and often, that included a mascara sample. That’s how I first fell in […]
Read MoreKorean skincare has been trending for a while now—and with good reason. The options are endless, which makes knowing where to start a little overwhelming. A while back, I reviewed Peach & Lily products (which I loved), and more recently, I was sent some Incellderm products to try from @innerradianceleawood. As always, my top priority […]
Read MoreRight now, we’re all feeling the ripple effects of economic uncertainty. Prices at my local grocery store haven’t skyrocketed—yet—but I keep hearing stories from others about rising costs, and it’s got me thinking: should I start budgeting more intentionally? Now, don’t get me wrong—I’m not quite ready to give up my favorite coffee drink or […]
Read MoreYou’ve probably heard me say this before: just because a product is part of a “clean” beauty line doesn’t mean it is actually clean. It’s one of the most frustrating parts of shopping for non-toxic, skin-friendly products—you can’t just trust the brand as a whole. You have to look at each product individually, because ingredient standards vary wildly […]
Read MoreThe “Dirty Dozen” Lurking In Your Beauty Products… You’ve probably heard of the “Dirty Dozen” when it comes to fruits and vegetables—the list of produce that tends to have the highest pesticide residues. If you’re like me, you might grab strawberries, spinach, grapes, and blueberries on every grocery trip. Luckily, with a little effort, we […]
Read MoreThe Best Clean Ingredient Eye Creams: A Tried-and-Tested Guide I’ve had a long-standing love affair with the Cosmedix Elite Eye Doctor Eye Treatment ever since I first experienced it during a spa facial years ago. With ultra-sensitive eyelids, finding a soothing yet effective eye cream has always been a challenge—but this one delivered. It’s deeply […]
Read MoreThe Peach & Lily Beauty Line: A Clean Beauty Gem Worth Trying If you’ve been following my journey, you already know that finding truly clean, non-toxic products is no easy feat—especially when it comes to skincare that actually works. So, when I stumbled upon the Peach & Lily Glass Skin Discovery Kit at […]
Read MoreThe Ultimate Hunt for a Clean Lip Gloss: Hits, Misses & Surprising Finds Let’s talk lip gloss. Finding the perfect shade and texture is hard enough, but add the challenge of searching for a clean, non-toxic formula, and you’re in for a real scavenger hunt. Believe me, I know—this search nearly did me in. For […]
Read MoreThe Ultimate Hair Mousse Showdown: Finding the Perfect Balance Between Performance and Health Let’s be real—hair mousse isn’t exactly a necessity like toothpaste or soap. But if you battle frizz, struggle with fly-aways, or just want your style to hold all day, it can feel pretty essential. I’ve been a longtime fan of Kevin Murphy […]
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