Hey beautiful, ☕️ 

This week started like it was going to be a good one.

Work got busy (which I actually love), my kids were back in school…

and I thought, “Finally, life is back on track!”

But nope. Cue: my daughter’s fever (because toddlers and fevers are BFFs) and right on time Mother Nature decided to show up.

Let me just say—periods after kids? A whole new level of chaos. 🙃

And because the universe wasn’t done, my skin thought, "Why not break out, too?"

Here’s how I kept it together with my go-to books, saved my skin from a total freak-out, and oh, a little surprise—when my official YouTube video is going live! 🤩

Fall Skincare Saviours I NEEDED…

We all know the summer-to-fall skincare transition can be tough.

My skin goes from glowing to suddenly confused, dry, and breakout-prone—like it doesn’t know what season we’re in anymore! 🙃 

I’ve nailed down some tried-and-true fall beauty essentials.👇️ 

Here are my TOP 5 must haves:

1. Hydrating Oil Cleanser 🧴

That tight, dry feeling after using a foaming cleanser? No more! This oil cleanser melts away makeup and keeps my skin soft and hydrated, without stripping it.

Tip: Massage it for a minute to break down everything—makeup, sunscreen, you name it.

2. Emulsion 💧

My skin gets thirsty in fall, and thick creams feel too heavy. This lightweight emulsion adds hydration without weighing my skin down.

Tip: Layer it after serum, before moisturizer, for an extra hydration boost.

3. Essence 🌿

If you’re not using an essence, start now! It’s like giving your skin a shot of hydration and plumpness. I love this firming resurfacing essence to help smooth out my skin texture!

Tip: Pat it in with your hands—your skin will drink it up.

4. Wrinkle Patches 🎭

These wrinkle patches are like a mini facelift. They smooth and tighten my skin, especially around my under eyes. The added retinol is a game changer!

Tip: Use them before big events or whenever your skin needs a quick pick-me-up.

5. Lip Scrub & Lip Oil 💋

Fall = chapped lips. This luxurious lip polish exfoliator removes dry patches, and this lip oil balm gives me that subtle color while keeping my lips hydrated and beautiful!

Tip: Scrub once a week and use the lip balm daily for soft, kissable lips.

Books That Made My Life Easier…

When life gets overwhelming (which is often), I turn to books for a bit of sanity.

Whether I need practical advice or just an escape from the chaos, these 3 reads have saved me more times than I can count. 🙏 

1. Atomic Habits by James Clear
   Why I bought this: Needed a kickstart to feel more productive.
   How this helped: Teaches small habits that create big changes over time.
   

2. The Secret History by Donna Tartt
   Why I bought this: Needed a good escape from daily life.
   How this helped: A gripping story that feels like a mental vacation.
   

3. The Good Inside by Dr. Becky Kennedy
   Why I bought this: Parenting is hard, and I needed help.
   How this helped: Reminded me that good enough is perfect and gave me practical tips.

Wait…there’s MORE?

Get ready for my first YouTube video back this Friday!

It’s going to be real, no fluff, and straight to the point—just how we like it! 🎬 I’ll be talking all things beauty and skincare, so don’t miss out.

All you have to do is make sure you’re subscribed to my YouTube channel and turn on your notification! 🔔

Oh, and speaking of making waves, I’ve posted a few IG Reels recently that I think you might really like:

• This new airbrush makeup blurs like a real-life filter. 🥰 Say goodbye to pores and fine lines! 👋 

• I love this multi-tasking makeup product that works for your eyes, blush, highlight, and lips. Talk about a ditching your heavy makeup bag! ✨ 
  

• Who knew this brow lift routine makes perfect brows so easy—if you have coarse brow hairs, you need to do this! ☕️ 

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xo Jen

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