Details On My Looks From January 2025

If regular body cream or lotion is not cutting it this winter, trying one with additional chemical exfoliants. I ordered this enzyme body lotion to try because although I do a weekly exfoliation routine, I need something a bit stronger.

As a long time handbag lover and collector, I have always been comfortable splurging on bags that caught my eye. At one point in my career, I worked for YSL Beauty which was owned by Gucci at the time. The perks to that were getting a huge discount on all the luxury brands under the Gucci ownership umbrella. I bought so many bags because I got such a great discount but even after my discount went away, I purchased some handbags full price because they felt worth the investment. Now handbag pricing at major luxury brands has gotten so outrageous that I can’t see paying these exorbitant pricing for something that I can’t live in or drive. LOL Thankfully it seems like the retail market is beginning to understand this because so many new brands are creating handbags are price points under $1000 and often under $500 without sacrificing quality. 

Many people like to abstain from drinking throughout the month of January after a long few months of festive occasions and tons of parties. If you are someone who is doing a Dry January and would like some options as an alternative to drinking, I have a ton in today’s post. I don’t personally drink and haven’t for the past 10+ years. I never enjoyed alcohol and HATE feeling drunk. I’ve also never smoked marijuana or tried any recreational drug in my entire life. That tells you a little bit about how much I hate the feeling of being in an altered state.

Over the past year or so, Quince has been gaining in popularity. It’s a brand that many people talk about but there is a bit of a mystique around it. Many consumers question if it’s a good brand. Is it a real brand? Are the products good quality? The brand promises luxury-quality basics at low prices. I’ve had the chance to try numerous products from Quince and can speak to their quality directly and honestly. If you have been interested in trying the brand, the post will hopefully help you answer any questions you may have about their background, pricing model, manufacturing transparency, real-world value and which items are actually worth buying.