If I had to sum up 2025 in one line, it would be this: I did a lot of things for the first time, and none of them were as “Instagram smooth” as they look in hindsight. This year wasn’t about perfection. It was about showing up, doing the thing anyway, and learning as I went, sometimes the hard way. I travelled more than ever, pushed myself professionally, finally took…
Selfie Project Skincare Review: Cute Packaging, Easy Everyday Masks
Skincare doesn’t always have to be complicated or overly clinical. Sometimes, it’s simply about taking a moment for yourself putting on a mask, slowing down, and enjoying a small act of self-care. The Selfie Project range fits neatly into that space, offering fun, colourful products that feel more like a treat than a targeted treatment. When browsing the drugstore, it’s hard to miss the Selfie Project display. With its playful…
Tesori d’Oriente Ayurveda Range Review: Hammam Luxury with a Nostalgic Twist
If you enjoy bold, traditional scents and ritual-style body care, the Tesori d’Oriente Ayurveda range is designed exactly for that. This Italian brand is known for leaning heavily into oriental fragrance profiles, and this particular line, centered around Amla fruit and Patchouli, is unapologetically rich, warm, and evocative. I tested the two most popular products from the range: the Aromatic Shower Cream and the Body Spray / Deodorant. While they…
MISSHA Sheet Masks – Affordable K-Beauty Staples That Actually Work
MISSHA sheet masks are one of those K-beauty essentials I keep coming back to. They’re inexpensive, widely available, and most importantly reliable. No gimmicks, no irritation, just straightforward skincare that does what it claims. Formula & Fit The sheets are thin, well-soaked, and adhere properly to the skin without sliding around. They deliver hydration efficiently and leave the skin comfortable, not sticky. For the price point, the quality is solid…
Fenty Beauty Mattemoiselle Lipsticks: Discontinued BUt Still LOVED
Some makeup products disappear quietly. Others leave a gap that’s still noticeable years later. The Mattemoiselle lipsticks from Fenty Beauty fall firmly into the second category. Although officially discontinued, this line remains one of the most distinctive matte lipstick ranges ever released and I still use mine regularly. Why Mattemoiselle Stood Out When Mattemoiselle launched, it didn’t try to play safe. Instead of endless nudes and reds, it leaned into…
Balea Urea Cream Range Review: Solid Hydration, Mixed Results
The Balea Urea cream range from Balea is clearly formulated with dry and sensitive skin in mind. The products shown here, the Urea Day Cream and the Urea Eye Cream, focus on barrier support and moisture retention using urea as the key active ingredient. Balea Urea Day Cream (with SPF 15) The day cream is the stronger product in this duo. It has a comfortable, nourishing texture that absorbs well…
