I Tried a Silicone Loofah for Bacne—and It Was a Total Game Changer
Dealing with stubborn back breakouts? As a licensed esthetician, I tried this silicone body scrubber—and it completely changed my bacne routine. Here’s how it works and why I recommend it.
How to Prep Your Skin for Flights: In-Flight Skincare Tips from a Master Esthetician
Flying soon? A licensed master esthetician shares her favorite in-flight skincare tips to keep your skin hydrated while traveling—plus the products that saved her skin on a recent trip to Arizona.
How I Use My Gua Sha Tool (Tips from a Facial Pro)
Learn how to use a Gua Sha tool for glowing, sculpted skin—straight from a licensed esthetician. Featuring my favorite terahertz stone tool and step-by-step facial massage tips.
How My Long-Haired Dachshund Helped Me Reconnect with Nature
Feeling stuck indoors? Discover how my sweet dachshund June inspired daily outdoor time, boosted my mental health, and helped me reconnect with nature—plus cozy must-haves for your own outdoor rituals.
My Top 3 Tanning Lotions for a Sunless Summer Glow (No Beds Required!)
Skip the tanning beds—these are my top 3 favorite sunless tanning lotions for a natural, streak-free glow. Esthetician-approved picks including Coco & Eve, Jergens, and Bondi Sands.
Why NuFACE Is the Best At-Home Face-Lifting Tool, According to a Master Esthetician
Discover why a licensed master esthetician recommends the NuFACE microcurrent device for lifted, glowing skin at home. Learn how it works, tips for use, and what results to expect.
Why You’re Breaking Out After Your Workouts (And What Actually Helps)
Struggling with breakouts after the gym? Learn the real reasons your skin reacts after exercise and the gentle, skin-calming spray I use to prevent post-workout flare-ups.
The Best Prenatal Vitamin I Recommend as a Certified Birth Doula
Looking for the best prenatal vitamins? As a certified birth doula, I trust Ritual’s Essential Prenatal for its clean ingredients, methylated folate, and gentle formula. Here's why it’s my top recommendation.
Bee Well Reads: The Cinnamon Bun Bookstore Was the Cozy Escape I Needed
Looking for a heartwarming, cozy romance? Read my review of The Cinnamon Bun Bookstore, a feel-good favorite from the Dream Harbor series that's full of charm, cinnamon buns, and second chances.
The Best Weighted Blanket I’ve Tried (And Why I Use It Almost Every Night)
Struggling with stress or sleep? Discover the blush pink weighted blanket I use every night, plus tips for choosing the right weight and how this simple tool supports nervous system relaxation.
How Spearmint Tea Can Help With Hormonal Acne (From a Master Esthetician)
Discover how spearmint tea may help reduce hormonal acne, balance androgens, and support clearer skin—plus easy ways to add it to your daily routine, from a master esthetician.
Skincare Shifts: How I Transition My Routine from Spring to Summer
As temperatures rise, your skin’s needs change. Learn how to gently transition your skincare routine from spring to summer with lightweight moisturizers, SPF tips, and glow-boosting rituals.
The Best Herbal Teas to Pair with Raw Honey
Discover the best herbal teas to sip with raw or manuka honey for radiant skin, better digestion, and cozy nighttime rituals. Learn why honey + herbal blends make the ultimate wellness pairing.
How I Prep for a Gentle Reset Weekend
Need a soft reset? Discover how I prepare for a gentle weekend of rest, tea, spa rituals, and calming routines to help you unwind and reconnect—perfect for introverts and self-care lovers.
🍯 Honey-Infused Products I Love for Glowy Skin
Discover my favorite honey-infused products for radiant, dewy skin — including sheet masks, gentle cleansers, and the manuka honey I eat daily to support skin and gut health. A cozy roundup of beauty picks from an esthetician you can trust.
Why I Created Bee Living: A Slower Space Online 🐝
Discover the story behind Bee Living—a cozy space created by master esthetician and massage therapist Melissa Luna. From spa-inspired routines to wellness product faves and calming tea recipes, this blog invites you to slow down and bee well at home.