With the rise of fast-paced platforms like TikTok over the past few years, there's no denying that Western culture has acquired an inherent drive for instant gratification. Viral makeup and skincare moments are gone in a flash, and folks are on to the next. Sometimes, I wonder if this is helping or hurting the conversation surrounding beauty. On one hand, we're seeing wonderful new brands embracing what makes us all unique and offering products to those who haven't previously felt seen, but ther...

I'll preface this by saying I'm very picky about what foundation I use. Normally, I opt for a full- or medium-coverage option, but occasionally, I find a lighter formula that surprises me. This was the case with Covergirl's viral new Skin Perfector Essence Foundation ($21). After discovering a few duds on TikTok, I was starting to give up on buying makeup I discovered on the platform completely. This foundation, however, is actually a winner. For my honest thoughts on it, keep scrolling! I...

Shopping for a new beauty product is always an adventure. First, you have to determine what you're actually looking for, and then you're forced to comb through all the brands and products on the internet's figurative shelves. Last, it's usually a good idea to read reviews—lots of them. The first place I stop when purchasing a new beauty product is Nordstrom. (That's been the case for me ever since Nordstrom took the place of Lord & Taylor at Atlanta's Phipps Plaza when I was a beauty-obsesse...

No matter the season, I am always seeking out ways to make getting ready easier (and faster), but winter is the time that I need a major boost in that department. As someone that lives in the Northeast, it is super easy to fall into a style rut when the temperatures take a nosedive. One key piece I rely on for helping me feel the most put-together is a chic winter coat.To fortify my closet as the cold-weather arrived, I made sure to update my outerwear collection with coats that would make me l...