Favorite Busy Mom Makeup Over 35
Hi! ICYMI, I had a second baby in June and so my life got a little busier (and I’m only getting older)! With those two things in mind, my former…
What is Oliveda Skincare?
Five years ago, my love of beauty took a turn to focus on clean and conscious brands after battling an over eight and a half year journey with infertility. Majority…
2023 Beauty Favorites
I spent half of 2023 pregnant so that means I had to keep things pretty simple and gentle in terms of skincare. As for makeup, I also kept things easy…
5 Beauty Tips That Will Help Anyone
I have been a self taught makeup artist and beauty connoisseur for as long as I can remember (for context… worked as a freelance artist for at least 5 years…
Best Toys For Baby’s Development (that are still fun!)
With my first child, I was like many parents in wanting to try any and everything on the market. After all, it took me over three years to have my…
Successful VBAC Birth Story from an IVF Mom (and favorite recovery items)
If you follow me on social media, you’ll know my almost decade long journey with infertility is officially OVER. I am a two-time IVF success story with two beautiful little…
Favorite Makeup from Merit Beauty
A question I get often is about my thoughts on clean beauty brand, Merit Beauty. They’ve continued to expand their product line since launch and win the hearts of many…
Postpartum Supplements and Healing Tools I’m Using
I sit here writing this post quickly at over 39 weeks pregnant at almost 9pm with my second baby. Usually I’m in bed by 7:30pm but I guess we can…
Pregnancy Files: Boho Woodland Baby Girl Nursery
When I found out I was having another baby girl and I had to start creating a nursery, I honestly blanked on any designs or styles I gravitated towards. I…
Pregnancy Safe Skincare Routine for Over 35
Pregnancy safe skincare routines are all over the internet, but my routine will be focusing on those of us over 35 who prefer sticking to more clean beauty. Pregnancy hormones…
Everything I Use To Keep My Dry Blonde Hair Healthy
I’m a natural light brown brunette (level 6-7 with a neutral undertone) and have been lightened blonde for over 20 years. I get a lot of questions about haircare in…
Estee Lauder Nutritious Review: Lauder’s First Ever CLEAN Skincare Line
Before I was into clean beauty, I used to work as a freelance pro makeup artist for Estee Lauder and it was SO fun. I did this job in Houston,…