I have a very distinct memory of a chunky blue body shimmer I used sometime circa 2005. I remember the hard plastic rollerball, the saccharine scent, and the gel-like consistency of the liquid inside. I think I bought it at the mall with some money my mom gave me. I would swipe it up and down my arms whenever I wanted a little something extra that my pastel eyeshadow, frosted lip gloss, and butterfly clips couldn't deliver. I look back on that fondly, especially now that early-2000s beauty is ba...

I’ll admit a year-plus of quarantining left me pretty neglectful in terms of my nails. With nowhere to go and no one to see, why put in the effort to paint them and painstakingly wait for them to dry? Of course, that all changed once summer came around and my social calendar filled up. Now, I’m obsessed with giving myself DIY manicures at home, being sure to switch up my polish on a weekly basis.We typically associate bright and neon colors with summer, but 2021’s current nail color trends...

I've never really had to deal with skin redness that much before—just a little bit on my nose, and that's it. My main skincare woe is dryness. But recently, my skin has become redder than usual, which has been, of course, very annoying in combination with the dryness. I don't know if it's just my skin changing over time or the change in weather (or both), but I've found I have to use concealer more and more to cover up red spots.While concealer is a must-have for me these days, it only co...

When it comes to the true backbones of a wardrobe, basics reign supreme. These simple items act as foundational pieces to help balance out trendier picks in a look. You probably have a range of go-to pieces in your closet. You know, items like straight-leg jeans, crew-neck sweaters, and the like. Well, there are a few fresh basics that I think would be worthy additions to your assortment because they really do help enhance your wardrobe even more.The modern basics in question are all extremely...