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Apr 29

Pregnancy Stretch Marks: My Routine to Reduce Their Appearance

By Ara Motherhood, Pregnancy Safe No Comments

Pregnancy stretch marks are one of those things no one really prepares you for. Here’s my honest experience with body changes during pregnancy, the routine I used to help reduce their appearance, and the postpartum thoughts I wish more women talked about.

Mar 15

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My Beauty Trials blogger taking a pregnancy selfie photo.

Excessive Saliva During Pregnancy: The Weird Symptom That Rarely Gets Talked About

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Excessive saliva during pregnancy isn’t talked about nearly enough. Here’s my honest experience with ptyalism gravidarum, what may cause it, and the surprisingly creative ways I managed it day to day.

Mar 04

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Hyatt Regency Princeton Review: A Relaxing Stop Between Cleveland and Brooklyn Before Our Cruise

By Ara Travel, Hotel No Comments

Breaking up a long drive before a cruise can change everything. Here’s my honest review of the Hyatt Regency Princeton, a surprisingly serene and family-friendly hotel that became the perfect pre-cruise stop before boarding MSC Meraviglia in Brooklyn.

Feb 23

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Sisley Paris Phyto-Khol Star Waterproof Eye Pencil Review: Is a $70+ Eyeliner Worth It?

By Ara Beauty, Eyes No Comments

I never leave the house without eyeliner, it’s practically part of my identity. So when I decided to splurge on the Sisley Paris Phyto-Khol Star Waterproof Eye Pencil, I needed to know: does a $70+ liner actually perform better than the $20–$30 ones I usually reach for? From sparkle surprises…

Jan 18

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Philips Avent Bottles packaging and bottles are assembled.

Philips Avent Bottle Review: A Winner for Feeding Time

By Ara Motherhood No Comments

Let’s face it — becoming a parent is like being thrown into the deep end of a pool you’ve never swum in, with a baby strapped to your chest. Bottles? Formula ratios? Sterilization? It feels like you need a PhD just to feed your child. I’ve been there — shaky…

Jan 16

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MSC Meraviglia Review: Our Anniversary Cruise with a Baby (Chaos & Champagne Included)

By Ara Travel No Comments

A first-hand MSC Meraviglia review covering cruising with a baby, ship amenities, dining, staterooms, excursions, and what new parents should realistically expect from a family cruise.

Dec 15

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TirTir Milk Toner on silk and pearl backdrop.

TirTir Milk Toner Review: Does It Actually Brighten Skin?

By Ara Beauty, Face, Toners & Serums No Comments

I didn’t expect TirTir Milk Toner to brighten my skin, I just hoped it would hydrate. But after a few weeks, my complexion looked clearer, fresher, and quietly more radiant. Not dramatic. Just undeniably better.

Oct 13

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Bottles of bodywash and lotion scents from Beekman 1802.

My Favorite Beekman 1802 Scents for Bodywash & Lotions

By Ara Beauty, Bodycare, Pregnancy Safe No Comments

When I got pregnant, I knew my beauty routine was about to get a serious makeover. Out went the retinols, certain serums, and, to my surprise, even my bodywash and lotion. I mean, if anything deserved a little extra attention, it was my growing belly, right?

Jul 29

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Caudalie Vinoperfect Brightening Eye Cream in front of a vineyard.

Caudalie Vinoperfect Brightening Eye Cream Review: A Total Surprise

By Ara Beauty, Eyes No Comments

I put Caudalie’s Vinoperfect Eye Cream to the test for 3 months—and the results genuinely surprised me. See the before-and-after photos, ingredient breakdown, and what it actually did for my dark circles and puffiness.

Jul 16

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M-61’s Vitamin C Serum Review: 1 Serum, 3 Weeks, and Brighter Skin

By Ara Beauty, Face, Pregnancy Safe, Toners & Serums No Comments

Get the glow-down on M-61’s Vitablast C Serum 2.0. I'm sharing results, tips, and whether this Vitamin C serum lives up to the hype—plus, is it pregnancy safe?

Pregnancy Stretch Marks: My Routine to Reduce Their Appearance

Excessive Saliva During Pregnancy: The Weird Symptom That Rarely Gets Talked About

Hyatt Regency Princeton Review: A Relaxing Stop Between Cleveland and Brooklyn Before Our Cruise

Sisley Paris Phyto-Khol Star Waterproof Eye Pencil Review: Is a $70+ Eyeliner Worth It?

Philips Avent Bottle Review: A Winner for Feeding Time

MSC Meraviglia Review: Our Anniversary Cruise with a Baby (Chaos & Champagne Included)

TirTir Milk Toner Review: Does It Actually Brighten Skin?

My Favorite Beekman 1802 Scents for Bodywash & Lotions

Caudalie Vinoperfect Brightening Eye Cream Review: A Total Surprise

M-61’s Vitamin C Serum Review: 1 Serum, 3 Weeks, and Brighter Skin

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