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7 September 2026
Fashion and Beauty

7 Setting Spray For Mature Skin

As my skin has matured, one of the biggest changes I have made to my makeup routine is paying more attention to how my makeup looks several hours after I apply it—not just how it looks when I first leave the house. Products that once worked beautifully can suddenly start looking a little too dry, too heavy, or more noticeable…
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6 September 2026
Skincare

Can You Wear Makeup After A Facial?

There is nothing quite like the post facial glow. Your skin looks clean, hydrated, smooth, and refreshed—and the last thing you want to do is ruin those results. But what happens when you have dinner plans, an event, work, or somewhere else to be after your appointment? Can you wear makeup after a facial, or should you leave your freshly treated skin completely bare?
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Hi! I'm Alexandra

I am a middle aged mom of three, author, and entrepreneur from Memphis, Tennessee. I fill my days pursuing the dream of being my own boss as a full time CEO and sensory marketing specialist while spending my evenings playing superheros, helping with homework, making dinner, and tucking in my littles.

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My passion for creativity and my love for all things beauty and style inspired me to begin a career in makeup in my early 20s. After working with several high-end cosmetic brands, this blog began as a haven for beauty hacks and skincare techniques. While my topics have expanded as I have journeyed through life into stories on family, travel, and home design, my passion still lies in helping people express their unique style while embracing their natural beauty.

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Saba Island Travel Guide
3 September 2026
Caribbean

Saba Island Travel Guide: Where to Stay, What to Do & Things to Know Before You Go

If you’re looking for a Caribbean island that feels completely different from the typical resort vacation, let me introduce you to Saba. Known as the “Unspoiled Queen of the Caribbean,” Saba is a tiny five-square-mile island in the Dutch Caribbean with fewer than 2,000 residents, dramatic volcanic landscapes, lush hiking trails and some of the most beautiful water I’ve experienced.
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2 September 2026
Fashion and Beauty

Can You Wear Makeup After A Chemical Peel?

If you have ever had a chemical peel, you probably know how tempting it can be to reach for your foundation or concealer when your skin starts looking red, flaky, or uneven. But before covering everything up, it is important to understand what is actually happening to your skin after a peel.
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