We all know the beauty industry can sometimes feel overwhelming with its endless products and routines that could easily stretch into hours. But over...

Last year, as I wrapped up our engagement shoot in Mérida, Mexico, with my fiancé and wedding photographer, I felt an overwhelming sense of excitement. I couldn’t wait for November 2020, when we’d be preparing for our dream wedding in Mexico. But, as we all know, life had other plans. With the pandemic in full force, our wedding had to be postponed to the following year. But we didn’t let that stop us—we still wanted to get married on our original date, albeit not quite in the way we’d initially envisioned. We had always planned on having a small civil ceremony in the States before jetting off to Mexico for a larger celebration with friends and...

The holidays have a way of sweeping us off our feet with one celebration after another. Between a civil ceremony, festive gatherings, and the excitement of ringing in the New Year, it’s no surprise that my beauty routine has had to keep up with the whirlwind. While the late nights and bubbly toasts are all part of the fun, they often leave me feeling a little more exhausted—and my skin definitely shows it. That's when I realized the importance of simplifying my beauty routine, opting for products that deliver maximum impact with minimal effort. Over the years, I've curated a collection of beauty essentials that keep my skin glowing and my makeup fresh without the...