Menstrual cups are becoming increasingly popular, and I’ve seen more and more people share online about how much they love them. On paper, they sound like the ideal period accessory: good for the environment, money-saving, and (supposedly) incredibly easy to use. It took me a while to finally invest in one myself (most menstrual cups …

Hidden Hardships of Blogging that No One Tells You
Blogs are often depicted as an easy, simple way to develop a passive source of income. The get-rich-quick scheme surrounding them has become so hyped that there are countless courses and e-books on the subject available for purchase. The sellers of these courses will tell you that you, too, can achieve their level of success, …

5 Ways to Use The Ordinary Glycolic Acid 7% Toning Solution
Being the penny pincher that I am, I love a multi-use product. And no, I’m not talking about a 3-in-1 shampoo, conditioner, and body wash type situation. That would be taking it a little far! But if I can reasonably use a product multiple ways on my person and still have it work well for …

Anxiety Be Gone: A Review of Not Pot CBD Glow Oil
Anxiety has been high for many of us through this pandemic. For me, the stress of changing careers, not having work, then starting a new job has affected me greatly. We’ve all been through the wringer one way or another! To help curb my anxiety, I’ve been using Not Pot’s CBD gummies for some time …

Summer Fridays Lip Butter Balm Review: Is This $22 Balm Worth It?
I think my alternative title for this post would be “Buying Exceedingly Expensive Lip Products Against My Better Judgement: A Skincare Addict’s Tale.” I absolutely got caught up in the Instagram hype with this product. When it was first released, I saw this all over the ‘gram with many a skincare influencer singing its praises. …

PMS & Period Pain- A Desperate Girl’s Guide
Disclaimer: I am not a medical professional, as it follows, this post should not be used in lieu of medical advice from your doctor. If you are having extremely irregular or painful periods, go to your personal healthcare provider for a professional opinion. This post is solely based upon my own experience dealing with period …

Superberry Hydrate + Glow Dream Mask: Is It Truly a Dream?
Have you ever started out absolutely loving a product, only to end up wishing you could be rid of it once you began hitting the end? That was, sadly, my experience with Youth To The People’s Superberry Hydrate + Glow Dream Mask. To be fair to this mask, I still think it’s an amazing product. …

Mugwort Magic: The I’m From Mugwort Essence
Disclaimer: This post contains an affiliate link/code. If you use the link and/or code, I will earn a commission from your purchase. I would be incredibly touched and grateful if you choose to support me in this way! For more info, visit my Disclosure Policy. When I think of mugwort, the name conjures up dark, …

Bellflower Carrot Mild & Watermelon Fresh Sunscreen Reviews
Disclaimer: I received these products in exchange for review. However, all thoughts and opinions are my own. For more info, visit my Disclosure Policy. Bellflower is a brand that I had admired from afar for quite some time. Their packaging is beautiful, and the ingredients they use appealed to me strongly. Naturally, I was over …

Is Trader Joe’s Peppermint Shampoo Bar the Plastic Free Alternative You’ve Been Waiting For?
If you’re like me, you’re often looking for ways that you can eliminate plastic consumption in your life. One such area that I’ve attempted to change is the shampoo products that I use to wash my hair. I’m a pretty basic gal when it comes to my shampooing, and typically I use Head & Shoulders …