Oops, I’ve been slacking on my Testing Table posts. I haven’t done one since August but hope to get back to it. As any other product junkie, you know I’ve been trying a ton of goodies on the side. Here’s a current taste of what’s been on the testing table:…
Here’s another roundup of the products I’ve been trying out (a small selection among many!)…
I’m not one to do regular posts on “empties” or monthly favorites, because usually there is no rhyme or reason to my beauty routine and I don’t necessarily encourage buying new things every month. However, as annoying as I sound, I do have an unhealthy obsession reading those types of posts on other blogs….…
The past two weeks have been rough, to say the least. It’s taken me awhile to process and understand how to possibly move on writing about things like beauty and fashion, when so many people are hurting. But I’ve also thought about writing as a way to continue to bring joy, however little it may be, to myself and for others.…
OSEA is a California-based skincare brand founded by a family who describe their beginnings as “the story of a long line of women inspired by the sea.” The ocean has always been a soothing, healing place for me, so finding innovative skincare products that draw upon the benefits of the sea excited me. …
Through my journey of understanding healthier, cleaner ingredients and formulas in beauty and skincare products, I’ve naturally become more conscious about purchasing items that have less of an impact on the environment, particularly in reducing waste. I’ve taken a great interest in brands that offer products with innovative and convenient solutions encouraging customers to easily lead more sustainable, and waste-free lives.…
The lore of the phoenix is a familiar one across all cultures and histories–a mystical bird that dies and obtains new life through rising from its ashes. I’ll keep the powerful phoenix in mind as I strive for my best self this new year, putting to rest everything negative and rising ahead stronger and more amazing than ever.…
Just like that, it’s a new year! 2018 was a year of growth and transition for me, and I am hopeful and excited for all the possibilities that 2019 will bring. I’m looking forward to getting into a blogging groove again and planning for more content that I can be proud of.…
TCM has always intrigued me, given the various dynamic traditions that are still applicable to modern life. I’ve enjoyed hearing about the experiences of 5YINA founders, Angela Chau and Ervina Wu and their ability to introduce TCM to Western skincare routines everywhere through their iconic natural skincare brand.…
Minus my massive allergy attacks and the erratic temperature changes, spring is one of my favorite seasons. It’s that time of year when everything is in its prime for a transition. The most obvious thing we do is switch out our clothing to meet the needs of the seasons, but what if the same practice applied to our skincare?…
