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“Contains Sulfites” These two words probably induce a mini-stress-reaction in anyone that is concerned about clean and healthy living. Ok, what’s the big deal? “Sulfites” is an inclusive term for sulfur dioxide (SO2). These are inorganic salts that act as a preservative. It’s antioxidant and antibacterial properties make it good for winemaking. It prolongs the shelf-life….
Psst! Read to the end for a discount code & a giveaway (worth $139)! Let’s start with the basics of beauty, something Cali and French girls do alike: Care for themselves. It doesn’t matter how much money you spend on makeup or hairspray, your hair, skin, and smile are what make you beautifully you. They will continue…
Minimalism: When you eliminate excess, you make room for LIVING LIFE. Living does not require possessions. That said, what items do remain are essentially more curated, succinct, and peaceful. Soaring over the Rockies I’m going to break down how I pack for 6 months – 1 year in one large checked bag (22 kg / 48.5…
Wake up in the morning feelin’ like P. Diddy. JK We’re talking about APPLE CIDER VINEGAR SHOTS, people ! I’ve been really into kombucha lately and it’s transitioned into taking a quick shot in the morning. I’m going to give you the run down of Apple Cider Vinegar and a quick recipe for how…
As it warms up this summer, I had noticed I didn’t want a full face of foundation everyday. But I’m not quite ready to go bare faced either. I realized I wanted something that would be safe for everyday wear (no toxic/harmful ingredients), won’t break out my combo/oil skin, and followed my resolution to…
I saw a friend for a birthday lunch last week and she complimented me on my skin. She used the word ‘glowy.’ (Major compliment, thanks girl!) Like many French girls, I said ‘Oh, I haven’t done anything special.’ PLOT TWIST: A few weeks earlier I had gotten carded by a waiter and then got complimented saying I…
Dr. Bronner’s Pure-Castile Soap can do just about anything. Not actually made in California, but loved by hippies everywhere. It comes in lots of groovy scents: Peppermint, Lavender, Almond, Citrus, Tea Tree, Hemp Rose (in my shower right now), Eucalyptus + Unscented They call it All- One! Concentrated, biodegradable, versatile and effective….
You read that right. What is it about French girl hair that makes American women pay so much attention? Every other month I seem to see a product or tool to attempt to mimic the “French tousled look.” People love how it looks- like sexy bedhead, relaxed but not frumpy/messy. Simply put, the French way is…
There are two things on every corner in France: a bakery or a pharmacy. Clearly staples of daily life in France. When I pack for my long flight to France, I’ve stopped trying to pack toiletries. I normally just walk around the corner to a pharmacy and repurchase my essentials. When you enter and are…
The Golden State has just discovered Golden Turmeric Milk. It’s really just a super healthy chai latte that promotes relaxation. Turmeric contains antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds which keep your body a lean, mean, fighting sleeping machine. Turmeric Milk comes from Ayurvedic medicine and is nothing new to Eastern cultures in general. It’s been known to help anything from…