The ‘In-Between Sale’ at Beautycounter
Update as of June 27, 2025: Counter Is Officially Open! Beautycounter has officially relaunched as Counter—and with it, a new name, new website, and a streamlined product lineup focused on safer, high-performing skincare. If you’ve landed on this post and noticed some old links that no longer work, that’s why! I’ve removed or disabled the […]
Is Your Child’s Halloween Makeup Safe? Top Tips, No Tricks
As busy moms gear up for Halloween, the excitement of planning costumes may be part of the fun. But, amid all the preparations, there is often an important detail that gets overlooked. The makeup and face paint you’re using on your child’s skin. Now is the time to ask: Is your child’s Halloween makeup safe? […]
What’s Going on With Beautycounter?
Is Beautycounter going out of business? Maybe you’ve heard some rumors that Beautycounter is closing its doors for good. Or perhaps you’ve heard that we’re on Spring Break? I am here to answer the question: “What’s going on with Beautycounter?” Update 6/27/25- Counter Is Officially Open! Counter opened on 6/25/25. I share all the details […]
6 Tips to Start a Nontoxic Life (That I Wish I Knew Sooner)
Beginning a journey toward a nontoxic life can be a profound and empowering decision. But it can come with its own set of challenges. In this post, we’ll explore some of the challenges (a lot of them were mindset-based) I faced when I began my nontoxic life. These are things I wish I’d known sooner! […]
10 Common Skincare Mistakes You Need to Avoid for Glowing Skin
Are you unintentionally making common skincare mistakes that are sabotaging your skin health? Dig into my guide as I unveil the top 10 skincare mistakes to avoid. From skipping sunscreen to ignoring ingredient lists, these mistakes can harm your skin. Let’s tackle these mistakes head-on and achieve your skincare goals. 📌 Pin for Later *This […]
From Illness to Wellness: My Toxin-Free Wellness Journey
My wellness journey began after a series of health challenges rocked my world. First the diagnosis of multiple autoimmune diseases. Soon after that, I found myself facing a precancerous condition. These experiences revealed how much environmental toxins were impacting my health. It was a wake-up call, pushing me to focus on my health and reevaluate […]
15 Toxic Ingredients to Avoid in Skincare Products
Who doesn’t want healthy, youthful-looking skin, am I right? But here’s the problem: in the pursuit of that radiant glow, we may be unknowingly slathering on toxic skin care ingredients that do more harm than good. I didn’t realize it, either… until I got sick. And when I finally dug into the labels on my […]
Hidden Fragrance Ingredients: How to Keep Your Family Safe
Imagine this: While strolling through the mall, you pop into the nearest skincare shop. You’re captivated by all those gorgeously packaged products and delightful scents. But hold on a second! Have you ever stopped to consider the hidden fragrance ingredients? Or to ask yourself, “Are fragrances safe?” or “Is fragrance bad for you?” Well, my […]
Clean Anti-Aging Skincare That Works: My Go-To Routine
Completely updated — June 26, 2025 If you’re anything like me, you didn’t give much thought to having a real skincare routine when you were younger. I had no idea I should be choosing a clean anti-aging skincare routine before my skin hit the “mature” stage. Ugh. Instead, over the years, I pieced together a […]
10 Healthy Habits for Glowing Skin (That Actually Work)
Does having healthy, glowing skin feel like it’s only a dream sometimes? It doesn’t have to! You will be well on your way if you start incorporating some of these healthy habits for glowing skin! Have you tried to get glowing skin by bouncing around from one skincare trend to another? Or maybe you’ve spent […]