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Keep Your Makeup Brushes Fresh & Flawless ✨

Dirty makeup brushes don’t just affect how your makeup looks—they can impact your skin’s health, too. Bacteria, oil, and product buildup can cause breakouts, irritation, and even eye infections. The good news? With the right tools and a simple cleaning routine, keeping your brushes fresh is easy—and your skin will thank you.

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Bee Sips: Starbucks Brown Sugar Shaken Espresso Dupe (Nespresso Style)

Cozy meets caffeinated in this iced coffee favorite. This easy at-home recipe uses a Nespresso Chiaro pod, brown sugar, and a splash of oatmilk — all shaken over ice and topped with a sprinkle of cinnamon. It’s creamy, sweet, and just the right amount of bold… like sunshine in a glass

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The Best Amazon Finds for Back Acne (Esthetician Picks You Can Trust)

Struggling with back breakouts? As an esthetician, I’ve helped countless clients treat bacne gently and effectively — and now I’m sharing my favorite Amazon finds to help you do the same. From silicone scrubbers to skin-barrier-safe sprays, these are the products I actually recommend (and use myself).

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Facial Tools on Amazon That Actually Work (Esthetician Tested!)

Looking for skincare tools that truly deliver results? As an esthetician, I’ve tested these Amazon favorites and can vouch for their effectiveness! From gua sha to ice rollers, these tools will give you that spa-level glow right at home. Click to see my top picks

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Creating a Quiet, Calm Spa Studio (Even in a Noisy Building)

Creating a quiet, peaceful spa room doesn’t have to be complicated—or expensive. After trying a dozen sound machines, I finally found the one that delivers the perfect blend of soothing sound and warm ambient light. This white noise machine is now my go-to for creating a calm bubble of tranquility in my treatment room.

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Bee Well Reads: The Strawberry Patch Pancake House 🍓

With a charming small-town setting, a sprinkle of romance, and the sweet comfort of pancakes and fresh berries, this story is the perfect companion for a lazy weekend morning. I curled up with it on a picnic blanket, strawberries by my side, and instantly felt transported to a world where love and community blossom in the most unexpected places.

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Bee Sips: Cozy Pistachio Latte with Nespresso

There is nothing better than a café-style drink made at home — especially when it tastes this dreamy. In this Bee Sips recipe, I’m sharing how to make a creamy pistachio latte using Nespresso’s limited-edition pistachio pods, velvety oat milk, and a splash of vanilla syrup. Whether you crave something warm and frothy or a chilled iced version, this easy recipe will make every sip feel like a little self-care moment.

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Doula-Approved: Simple Pelvic Floor Exercises for Pregnancy & Postpartum

Becoming a certified doula has deepened my passion for supporting women through every stage of pregnancy and postpartum recovery. One of the most overlooked — yet incredibly important — areas of care is the pelvic floor. These simple, gentle exercises are my go-to recommendations for building strength, improving flexibility, and promoting healing. The best part? You don’t need fancy equipment — just a few minutes a day and maybe a birth ball (my favorite Amazon find!) to feel the difference.

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Affordable At-Home Mini Facial (Drugstore Spa Edition)

Create a cozy spa night at home with this step-by-step facial routine using affordable drugstore products I love as a licensed Master Esthetician. From a gentle Naturium cleanser to the Patchology Rosé Sheet Mask, this guide helps you refresh and hydrate your skin between professional treatments — without breaking the bank.

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Dewy, Calm, Protected: My Favorite Everyday SPF Right Now

Dewy, calm, protected — that’s exactly how this Korean sunscreen makes my skin feel every single day. In this post, I’m sharing why I’m completely obsessed with the Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum (SPF50+ PA++++), why it feels more like skincare than sunscreen, and why I always recommend buying it from a trusted source (like me!) instead of Amazon. If you love a glowy finish, zero white cast, and sensitive-skin-friendly formulas — you’re going to love this one too.

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Why Do I Always Feel Sick on My Day Off?

Ever notice you only feel sick the moment you finally rest? Same. Here are my go-to sick day comforts when my body crashes on my day off — from cozy socks to calming tea and magnesium spray. Everything is soft, soothing, and spa-girl approved 💛
Click through for links + tips for preventing "leisure sickness" and actually enjoying your downtime.

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How a Mini Projector Made My Spa Room Feel Like a Dream

Sometimes the smallest upgrades make the biggest difference. Adding a mini projector to my treatment room turned out to be one of the best decisions I’ve made—it calms the space, helps clients relax, and adds a dreamy glow to every service. Here’s how I use it, why I love it, and what I recommend if you’re considering one for your spa too.

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Soft Skin + Spa Dreams: Coconut Facial Glow-Up

Step into glow mode with my most-requested facial: a coconut-infused skin reset that feels like a tropical nap for your face. This treatment hydrates, softens, and soothes—perfect for sensitive skin or anyone in need of a midweek mood boost. I’ve included my favorite spa tools and Amazon finds so you can bring the cozy coconut magic home too 🥥💛

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🧴 Why You Should Be Cautious Buying K-Beauty & J-Beauty Products Online

Before you add that viral toner to cart... pause! There’s been a rise in counterfeit and expired K-beauty + J-beauty products sold online (even on Amazon 😬). In this post, I’m sharing why it’s so important to shop from trusted suppliers — and how I ensure every SKIN1004 and Skinfood item I carry is 100% authentic. Your skin deserves the real thing

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The Magic of Hypochlorous Acid Spray: Why It Deserves a Spot in Everyone’s Routine

If you’ve ever wished for a skincare product that’s gentle, effective, and ridiculously easy to use—this is it. Hypochlorous acid might sound clinical, but trust me, it’s pure skin magic. In this post, I’m sharing why Magic Molecule is my top pick, how I use it daily at Bee Well Spa, and why I believe it deserves a spot in everyone’s routine.

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