There are very few beauty products that have changed my daily routine—and my relationship with sun protection—as profoundly as the Jones Road Daily Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30. It’s not just because it’s mineral-based, clean, or skin-friendly. It’s because it solves a problem that’s haunted nearly every sunscreen I’ve used before […]
Tinted Gel Creams Are the New Foundations of 2025
If you asked me a year ago whether a single product could hydrate, even out my skin tone, give me a natural glow, and still feel like I’m wearing nothing at all—I’d probably say, “That’s a dream.” But here we are in 2025, and the dream has materialized in the […]
The Best Blush Sticks for a Natural Flush or a Vibrant Pop of Color
There’s something universally uplifting about a good blush. That kiss of color on the cheeks can turn a tired face awake, give life to dull skin, or even transform a minimal look into a full-on beauty moment. I’ve spent years experimenting with all kinds of blushes—from loose powders to liquid […]
The Best Chanel Makeup Products: Classic Formulas Reinvented for the Modern Woman
There’s something unmistakably magnetic about Chanel beauty. It’s not just the black-and-gold packaging, or the elegance of the double C. It’s how the products make you feel—confident, refined, and somehow closer to the timeless mystique of French girl beauty. Over the years, I’ve built a carefully curated collection of Chanel […]
The 10 Best Concealers to Blur Dark Circles and Pores to Perfection
When it comes to makeup staples, I always come back to one core product: concealer. It’s my ride-or-die. I’ve tested hundreds, maybe thousands over the years—smudging, blending, patting, baking—anything to brighten the under-eye, cancel out pigmentation, and soften the look of stubborn pores. And the truth is, not all concealers […]
Collagen Face Masks Are My Secret to Firm, Radiant Skin
I never meant to become the kind of person who evangelizes collagen—yet here I am. After trying countless face masks over the years, nothing compares to the instant gratification and long-term glow I get from a good collagen-infused mask. Whether I’ve just stepped off a red-eye or I’m prepping for […]
The Best Vitamin C Serums for Every Skin Type: My Top 10 Picks for Radiant, Resilient Skin
When I first began taking skincare seriously, Vitamin C serums were everywhere—but truthfully, I didn’t quite understand the hype. I had tried a few inconsistent formulas that left my skin irritated or, worse, completely unchanged. But the more I read, researched, and tested, the more I realized that not all […]
5 Easy Ways to Reduce Facial Puffiness
Facial puffiness is one of those frustrating skincare nuisances that sneaks up on you after a restless night, a long flight, or even just a salty meal. It can make you look tired, older, and frankly, less like yourself. I’ve struggled with puffiness on and off for years, and through […]
7 Makeup Artist-Recommended Primers That Truly Transform Mature Skin
Aging isn’t a problem—at least, not when it comes to beauty. It’s a transition, a shift, a rebalancing. And for those of us with mature skin, it’s also a revelation: suddenly, products we used to swear by don’t sit quite the same. Foundations crease. Powders cake. Skin texture becomes a […]
My Makeup Bag Favorites: The Everyday Gems I Can’t Live Without
There’s something sacred about a makeup bag. It’s where practicality meets ritual. Mine is always bursting at the seams, never quite zipped up, with just enough space to squeeze in “one more thing.” But those little zippered pouches don’t just hold tools—they hold stories, memories, and moments of self-love I […]
