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Feb 23

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

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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)

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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?

Jul 13

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Frida Mom Postpartum Kit in original packaging.

Why the Frida Mom Postpartum Kit Might Just Be the Best Gift for a New Mom

By Ara Motherhood No Comments

In my humble (but very experienced) opinion, this might be one of the best gifts you can give a new mom. Hands down. No contest. It was gifted to me by one of my dearest friends—someone who lives across the country but somehow made me feel more cared for than…

Jul 02

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Tatcha’s Silk Sunscreen Review: My New Holy Grail SPF (With One Tiny Flaw)

By Ara Beauty, Face, Pregnancy Safe, Sunscreen & Sun Protection No Comments

Light, luxe, and officially my favorite SPF—Tatcha’s Silk Sunscreen has earned a permanent spot in my beauty rotation. In this review, I’m sharing what makes it a standout (hello, hydration and pregnancy-safe!) and why I’m begging Tatcha for a better bottle. Spoiler: it's that good.

Jun 28

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Door entrance to Hotel 1110 in Monterey, CA.

Hotel 1110 Review: Boutique, Quirky, and Unapologetic Unique

By Ara California, Hotel, Travel No Comments

Some hotels are just places to sleep, and others—like Hotel 1110—are destinations all on their own. Picture it: a lobby that greets you with upholstered Louis-style chairs, a bar ready to pour you a welcome cocktail, and a vibe so trendy and chic it feels like the setting of a…

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

Why the Frida Mom Postpartum Kit Might Just Be the Best Gift for a New Mom

Tatcha’s Silk Sunscreen Review: My New Holy Grail SPF (With One Tiny Flaw)

Hotel 1110 Review: Boutique, Quirky, and Unapologetic Unique

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