It feels like the sales start earlier with each passing year, and while that can sometimes feel overwhelming, it also presents a golden opportunity:...

Packing has a way of revealing our true essentials. When you’re standing over an open suitcase, deciding what makes the cut, you quickly learn which products are non-negotiable and which ones only take up space. Last week, I had the luxury of putting this theory into practice during a blissful family escape to the desert. Because the trip was close enough to drive, I didn’t need to be restrictive—I tossed in nearly everything I thought I might need. The best part? After a week of sun, pool time, and plenty of relaxation, I now know exactly what I actually used and loved. Skincare Staples The desert climate can be relentless on skin, so hydration was my top...

Greetings from Philadelphia! I’ve been in town since Thursday for another round of live beauty segments with Manucurist Paris at QVC, and by the time you’re reading this, I’ll be making my way back to Los Angeles. Over the past year, this monthly rhythm of East Coast visits has become something of a comforting ritual. I now have favorite places to stay, a short list of must-visit cafés, and even a few shops I pop into each time. It’s funny how a city can begin to feel familiar so quickly when you visit it regularly, even if only for a few days at a time. This trip, like many lately, finds me in a bit of...