summer is the time of the year where less is more- especially if you’re tan or want to be more barefaced! tips from this article like lighting up your makeup (hello, sunscreen makeup!) to braiding your hair, provides a low maintenance way to enjoy the summer. i personally love this goop sunscreen, as well as this hair protection mask from the hot summer sun.

do you love simplifying your beauty routine? what products do you use?

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lately, at night, i’ve been craving doing screen-free hobbies instead of scrolling on tiktok or instagram. some hobbies i’ve picked up are: mahjong and decoupage! decoupage has been such a fun and therapeutic way to create oyster shells and flower vases- which i’ve been gifting to friends and family! here’s a link for decoupage and tip: get your napkins at home goods!

mahjong is obviously a group activity, but if you can get a group together, it can be such a fun girls night. i purchased this adorable set on amazon, and it’s really cheap too!

here’s a more comprehensive list of screen free activities for adults

do you do screen free activities? which are your favorite?

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keeping kids busy and happy during the summer is a job in itself.. so why not make it fun?

i’ve been searching for a cute and aesthetic (as always!) way to create a summer 2026 bucket list.

i found this on Etsy, how cute and cheap is this? adding to cart now!

while we’re at it, here’s some ideas for family and kids summer bucket lists!

do you have any summer bucket list items? drop some unique ones in the comments below!

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summer is one of my favorite times of year- for so many reasons! i love the fresh produce, a good summer thunderstorm, and the overall summer vibes.

one thing important to me is to FEEL my best, because i also want to LOOK my best. i don’t want to feel or look bloated, so lemon water first thing in the AM for me has been very helpful. leaving free days, and having a summer bucket list are also on my t0-do’s. i love this article for some helpful, simple tips.

happy summer! do you have any fun plans?

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