August was all about reevaluating some of my goals and taking inventory of how I can simplify life. This month I got back into using a planner, purged a lot from my belongings, and discovered some multi-use products to whittle down my hair and skincare routine. Here’s my August round-up, with items that got me…
Let’s talk about why I decided to make BeautyCounter a part of my cleaner living journey, and some of my favorite products so far.
If you’ve made it here, chances are you’ve experienced the uncomfortable nature of being bloated. Let’s face it, we’ve all been there, pants unbuttoned and looking for any kind of tips to reduce bloating that we can find on the internet. The desperation is relatable. Bloating actually is one of the most common and easy…
Since being diagnosed with fibroids, I’ve been good about keeping my regularly scheduled gynecology appointments. If you’ve been wondering what questions to ask your gynecologist, you’re not alone. However, despite visiting my doctor routinely, there was a period when I was clueless about my diagnosis. I’d show up at my appointment with the intention of learning…
There’s something about developing a basic summer skincare routine that makes me feel like a real adult. It took me a while to get my footing with clean skincare products that are effective and have safer ingredients. But now that I have, my regimen is solid. Remember those 50-step Korean-inspired skincare routines that were popular…
I used to dread traveling with painful periods. Heavy bleeding and debilitating cramps made the thought of sitting for hours terrifying. Most of us primarily travel for leisure. And your period isn’t usually leisurely if you’re dealing with painful and heavy bleeding caused by fibroids. In fact, it can be downright anxiety-inducing. Of course, I…
Fonio grain has so many health benefits that I had to experiment with cooking it. This staple grain is primarily grown in West Africa and in that region, but you can find it in the states from some reputable brands with West African roots. I’ve had a bag of fonio grain in my pantry for…
You may have already heard that magnesium can be beneficial for hormonal health. As someone dealing with fibroids, I’ve also read that using magnesium for fibroid symptom relief is effective. After experimenting with magnesium supplementation, I can attest to its many positive benefits. From menstrual cramp relief to improved sleep quality, magnesium might just be…
You may have heard of a capsule wardrobe, but have you thought about a capsule makeup collection? Creating a non-toxic collection of makeup staples has similar advantages to creating a capsule clothing wardrobe. You’ll have everything you need to create classic and fun makeup looks without owning a ton of products. You’ll also save money…
After my fibroid diagnosis, one of the first questions I had was, “What causes fibroids to grow?” Honestly, my doctors at the time gave very vague answers. However, one of the answers that consistently came up was a possible link to diet. So the first thing I did was make some dietary changes. But as…
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