The blog.
Routines, ingredient deep dives and the creator-business stuff nobody explains. Written by me, updated when the products change.
What I Bought From TikTok Shop Beauty: A Silent Honest Review (Buy or Bye)
A silent TikTok Shop beauty haul review, written out: which Color Wow hair products are a buy, and which items I have not reviewed out loud yet.
ShapewearHow to Measure Yourself for a Shaping Bodysuit (Waist, Hips and Bust)
Pick your shaping bodysuit size with three measurements, not your weight. Where to measure your waist, hips and bust, and what to do between sizes.
HairProtein Days vs Hydration Days for Hair: How I Split My Routine
Most hair does not need more protein, it needs hydration. How I split wash days into protein and hydration days, and the protein free Wella line I use.
HairWhat Products Do You Need for a Bombshell Blowout? Honestly, Just Two
My big bouncy bombshell blowout takes two products: Color Wow Dream Coat to prep and Style on Steroids to finish. No mousse, no product pile.
ShapewearIs there a faja that works for a wide rib cage and a big bust?
The faja with a built-in bra I wear as a wide rib cage girl with a big bust: how it fits, how I sized it, and who should skip it.
SkincareDoes putting your skincare in the fridge actually do anything?
A skincare fridge does not make your products work better. It changes how they feel. Here is what I keep cold, what I don't, and why.
HairHow do you get volume at the crown with the Wavytalk Airshape?
The rollers give you curl anywhere on your head. Crown lift is about where you clip them and how you section the top, not the tool itself.
HairHow to make a blowout last on fine, flat hair (section and spray, skip the hairspray)
Fine hair that goes flat in seconds? Section your hair and spray every piece with texturizing spray, let it set, then brush. Here is how I do it.
FragranceWhat does Lost Americana smell like? (My first impressions of the Dossier x MGK scent)
Lost Americana by Dossier x MGK smells smoky and earthy at first, then dries down sweet. My honest first impressions, the notes, and who should skip it.
SkincareDoes the Medicube NAD+ serum have any actual evidence behind it?
What the studies say about NAD+ and EGF on skin, how much is in the Medicube serum, and what Medicube's own test actually shows.
HairCan you use a Dyson hair dryer abroad? (What the Supersonic Travel changes)
A US Dyson Supersonic is not built for European voltage. Here is what the new Supersonic Travel changes, and who should skip it.
HairHow to make a bombshell blowout hold without pins (Color Wow Style on Steroids)
The no-pin bombshell blowout: how I use Color Wow Style on Steroids at the roots so the curls hold for hours, and who should skip it.
SkincareIs the tarte CC serum a foundation? No, and here is what it actually is
The tarte CC serum is a tinted serum, not a foundation. It goes on white, adapts to your undertone, and that is exactly why it does not sit cakey.
ShapewearWhat size shaping bodysuit should I get if I weigh 180 lbs?
At around 180 lbs the L/XL is the size in the SHAPERX seamless zip up bodysuit. Measure your bust too, because that is where sizing goes wrong.
ShapewearWill shapewear show under your clothes? I wore the zip-up bodysuit under real jeans
Under jeans and structured tops it disappears. Under thin clingy fabric a zip front can read. Here is the honest version, with the front and back.
SkincareTarte CC serum shade guide: which shade am I?
All six tarte CC serum shades and who each one suits, picked by undertone and not by depth. I wear medium. Here is how to find yours before you order.
SkincareHow Korean skincare actually works (what EGF, PDRN and NAD+ really do)
EGF, NAD+, PDRN and Volufiline explained in plain english, plus the order I layer them in and who should skip the whole routine.
Body careMy Korean body care routine for dark underarms and dark spots
The five step Korean body care routine I use for dark underarms and dark spots, the order that matters, and who should skip it.
HairWavytalk Airshape vs Dyson Airwrap: which one should you actually buy?
The Airshape wraps the section and sets it on rollers. The Airwrap does more looks. Here is which one fits what you actually do with your hair.
ShapewearDo fajas actually work, or do they just move everything around?
A faja compresses and smooths while you wear it. It does not change your body. Here is what it really does, how to tell if yours fits, and who should skip it.
HairWhy your crimped hair does not hold (it is probably not the crimper)
Crimp dropping out within the hour? It is usually product buildup, not the tool. What to wash off first, what to prep with, and what to skip.
ShapewearHow to size a faja in three measurements (and why your dress size is useless)
Waist, hips and height. The three numbers you need to pick a faja size, why your usual size does not apply, and how long to wear it at first.
HairThe crimper that does not fry my hair (and why the S shape matters)
A flat plate crimper presses your hair against the hottest surface. An S shaped one does not. Here is what actually changes, how I use it, and the honest limit.
SkincareYour neck is aging faster than your face (and the 30 seconds I added)
Neck skin is thinner, creases daily, and gets skipped in almost every routine. Here is the 30 second step I added and what a gua sha cream can and cannot do.
SkincareMedicube NAD+ serum vs PDRN Pink Peptide serum: which one do you actually need?
They are not the same product and they are not doing the same job. One is the fine lines one you commit to for weeks, the other is the hydration and bounce one. Here is how to pick.
SkincareHow long do Medicube Zero Pore Pads take to work?
I drew a marker line around my forehead bumps and used the pads for five days. Here is the day by day, and what would make your timeline slower.
SkincareHow to double cleanse for chin whiteheads (the reply I filmed for the "you can't get rid of them" comment)
Chin whiteheads are clogged pores your cleanser never reaches. Oil cleanser on dry skin, one minute on the chin, then a salicylic acid foam. Mine cleared in about two weeks.
SkincareDoes the Dr. Althea 147 Barrier Cream help with acne scars? How I actually use it
My acne scar cheat code is a barrier cream. How I press the Dr. Althea 147 onto post-acne marks at night, what it does, and who should skip it.
SkincareUsing Medicube Zero Pore Pads and seeing no results? You are probably using them wrong
Textured side down, spot treat only, one to two times a week, fold them in half. How I actually use the Medicube Zero Pore Pads and why three weeks of nightly swiping did nothing.
SkincareDoes the Medicube EGF NAD+ serum help with smile lines?
What is in the Medicube EGF NAD+ Firming Serum, how I use two drops on my smile lines, how long it took, and who should skip it.
HairHow I get beach waves that last three days with a crimper
My exact crimper method for soft beach waves with no lasagna hair lines: heat settings, seconds per section, and why it lasts three days.
SkincareWhy you should stop squeezing your pores and what to do instead
Squeezing can damage the tiny blood vessels under your skin. Here is the SKIN1004 Poremizing clay stick and toner routine I use to keep big pores clean instead.
GuideBest Affiliate Programs for Instagram Creators in 2026. Ranked by Commission Rate
The top affiliate programs for Instagram creators in 2026. Amazon Associates, TikTok Shop, LTK, ShareASale, and brand-direct programs compared by commission rates and payout.
GuideHow to Double Cleanse Like a Korean. And the 3 Best Duos to Try
What is double cleansing, how to do it properly, and the 3 best K-beauty double cleanse duos for different skin types in 2026.
GuideThe Korean Hair Products Your Routine Is Missing. 2026's Best for Shine, Growth, and Repair
The best Korean hair care products for damaged, thinning, or dull hair in 2026. Rosemary, PDRN, and scalp treatments that actually work.
GuideThe Glass Skin Routine. Every Product You Need, Step by Step
The complete Korean glass skin routine with every product listed in order. Cleansers, serums, moisturizers, and SPF for that lit-from-within K-beauty glow.
GuideInstagram 'Add Products' Not Showing? Here's Why and How to Get Access
Can't see the Add Products button on Instagram Reels? Here's why the feature isn't available yet, when you'll get it, and what to do while you wait.
GuideHow to Tag Amazon Products in Instagram Reels. Affiliate Link Walkthrough
Step-by-step guide to adding Amazon affiliate product links to Instagram Reels using the Add Products feature. Which Amazon links work, formatting tips, and common mistakes.
GuideInstagram Affiliate Link Disclosure Rules. What Creators Must Know in 2026
FTC disclosure requirements for Instagram affiliate links in Reels. What to say, where to put it, and what happens if you don't disclose. Updated for 2026.
GuideHow Many Followers Do You Need for Instagram Affiliate Links in Reels?
Do you need a minimum follower count to add affiliate links to Instagram Reels? Here's the real requirement and why micro-creators benefit most from the new feature.
GuideHow Much Money Can You Make With Instagram Affiliate Links? Real Numbers
Realistic earnings breakdown for Instagram affiliate links in Reels. What micro, mid, and large creators actually earn per month from affiliate commissions.
GuideInstagram 'Add Products' Feature. Step-by-Step Tutorial for Tagging Products in Reels
Complete walkthrough of Instagram's new Add Products feature for Reels. How to tag up to 30 products, which affiliate programs work, and troubleshooting common issues.
GuideInstagram Now Lets You Add Affiliate Links Directly to Reels. Here's Exactly How to Set It Up
Step-by-step guide to Instagram's new affiliate link feature for Reels. How to add up to 30 shoppable product links, which platforms are supported, and what this means for creators.
GuideInstagram Affiliate Links vs TikTok Shop. Which One Should Creators Use in 2026?
Side-by-side comparison of Instagram's new affiliate links vs TikTok Shop. Features, commission rates, conversion differences, and which platform is better for creators.
Guide7 Korean Skincare Products Under $25 That Dermatologists Would Actually Approve Of
The best budget K-beauty products under $25 in 2026. Affordable Korean skincare with clinical-grade ingredients that actually work.
GuideIs 'Link in Bio' Dead? How Instagram's New Shoppable Reels Change Everything for Creators
Instagram's new affiliate link feature in Reels may kill the link-in-bio era. What this means for Linktree, LTK, and how creators should adapt their strategy in 2026.
GuideHow to Make Money on Instagram Reels in 2026. The Complete Monetization Guide
Every way to monetize Instagram Reels in 2026. Affiliate links, brand deals, Instagram bonuses, product sales, and the new shoppable Reels feature explained.
Guide12 K-Beauty Products That Went Viral on TikTok. And Are Actually Worth Buying
The 12 most viral Korean skincare products on TikTok in 2026 that actually live up to the hype. Tested and reviewed with real results.