Skincare

The first time I got lip filler was in December 2022. I had been thinking about it for a long time—but between the cost and the courage it takes to actually go through with it, it stayed in the “maybe someday” category. I’m lucky to have a friend in town who’s a Nurse Practitioner and now works in medical aesthetics. So not only do I trust her… I also know where she lives if anything goes wrong. 😉 But truly—trust matters. For me, that’s the whole thing. There are too many ho

It should come as no surprise by now that skincare and fragrance are two of my love languages. So, you can imagine my elation when I was introduced to Cyklar — a brand known for beautifully blending both skincare and scent. Exploring this line has been a pleasure for both the skin and the senses. And with everything going on inside and outside of my home, incorporating Cyklar products into my daily routine has become all about self care. Lately, I’ve been thinking a lot abou

January felt like it had 8,391 days , not 31. And somehow, I managed to fly through products right along with it. There’s something deeply satisfying about hitting pan, especially with skincare. It feels like proof that I showed up. After my mom died in June 2024, I made a quiet commitment to my skin and to self-care as a form of steadiness and devotion. I haven’t slowed down since. These are the skincare products I finished during the long, cold stretch of January. It must h

There’s something deeply satisfying about finishing a skincare product. Seeing the bottom of a jar or bottle isn’t just about consumption — it’s reassurance. Proof that I’m showing up, sticking with my rituals, and actually doing the work. Project pan  feels less like a trend and more like quiet commitment. These are the skincare products I officially closed out December — and 2025 — with on empty. Elm Biosciences — A3O™ Elemental Serum + Inner Dose Supplement I had to briefl

inspired by @coffee.and.concealers 🤍 November 2025 was… brutal. I buried another parent. The weather turned colder. The days got noticeably shorter. And the dark — both inside and outside — felt heavier than it has in a long time. And yet, even in a month that heavy, tiny joys still found me. A comforting shower. A scent that softened the edges. A moment in the mirror where I caught my own reflection and thought, okay… my lips look fire today. So here they are: Nine product

I did not  want to like this serum and supplement combo. I mean, I was excited to try it — I’m a Martha Stewart fan (obviously) — but I was perfectly happy with my current skincare routine. And now, Elm Biosciences has gone and messed me up… in the best possible way. If you know anything about me, you know skincare is my love language (the other being perfume). I consider myself a skincare enthusiast — not one to chase hype or fill my cart at Sephora. So when I heard Martha h

Ah, the eternal skincare debate: are facial toners really worth it? Are they good for your skin? Just clever marketing? Or a totally unnecessary extra step?

Every successful operation needs the right team… mine just happens to work under my eyes. Like any great team, it’s not about having a deep roster — it’s about having the right roles filled. Each member contributes to the overall function and health of the team… and my skin.

Not all Vitamin C serums are created equal

Skincare doesn’t stop at your jawline. The skin on your body deserves just as much love and attention as the skin on your face. Taking care of your body should be a ritual of self-care, confidence, and wellness - just like your facial serums and sunscreen. I want to talk about good skincare for the body. Not the kind that goes on your face (that’s a whole other blog post) I mean the skin from the neck down. The skin that sweats, stretches, flakes, shimmers gets neglected and

Looking back, skincare wasn’t just something my mom did. It was something she loved.

Let me start with this: I’m not a dermatologist. I’m not a pediatrician or an esthetician. I’m just a skincare enthusiast — and a mom — who’s spent more than a little time reading labels, researching ingredients, and navigating the wild world of skincare for myself and  my kids. With the influx of influencers and trendy skincare routines, tweens and teens are being hit with a flood of product recommendations — many of which are way too harsh for developing skin. And don’t eve

This flare-up has been a rough one. Different than others. Way more fatigue, not as much pain. More pins + needles. Less sleep. Fibromyalgia is weird! Sleep? Not really happening. Focus? LOL. Nervous system? Over it. (Buck Moon, are you done yet?? ) But even with the fatigue and brain fog, I’ve stayed with myself. Rest hasn’t looked like deep sleep — it’s looked like softness (there’s that word again). Slowness. Listening. Here’s how I’ve been caring for my flare-up body:  Pa