@Mariam Awobajo Check agaaiinn 🫶

Hey Aleena 💖 You’ve got the perfect timing for a full glow-up!! I love that you’re not just focusing on the physical, but the mental too. That kind of balance is what makes the biggest difference in the long run. You’re in the right place, and we’re all rooting for you! Let’s make this your year ✨📓🧴

Hey Ari 🌷So happy to have you here! You already sound like such an amazing person!! + you're willing to invest in yourself..! I love that! 😍 Your mindset is exactly what this glow-up space is all about. Can’t wait to see how you grow inside and out, you’re in the perfect place for it 🫶

@Vant Tar Hey love, thank you so much for sharing all of that so openly 🫶 I totally get what you’re going through ..I actually had issues with CeraVe too. 🫣 My skin also got super clogged and irritated from it, so you’re definitely not alone. Right now, I’m only using super gentle, minimal products. No fragrance, no harsh actives, and nothing too thick. Just really clean, basic formulas that support the skin barrier instead of overwhelming it. Right now, I LOVE Hada Labo, but I also heard a lot of positive things about Vanicream. But the most important thing is to stay consistent because even the best routine won’t work if it’s only done here and there. Your skin needs time and stability to heal properly. Hope that helps <3

@Ariana Th Hey sis! Thank you for sharing. I know how frustrating it is when your skin feels totally out of balance 😩 But you’re actually really close to figuring it out. From what you described, it sounds like your skin barrier is crying out for moisture, not oil control. When we use oily-skin products that are too harsh or stripping, it can confuse our skin into thinking it needs to produce more oil to protect itself. So even though you feel oily during the day, your skin might actually be super dry underneath because it's just trying to survive in that hot, dry weather😮‍💨 Instead of using products for oily skin, try switching to very nourishing, hydrating ones and make sure it’s fragrance-free and minimal in ingredients. In the morning, use a rich, simple moisturizer (not gel-based). Even if your skin feels oily at first, it will help balance it out throughout the day. At night, cleanse your skin thoroughly (especially to remove all of that sunscreen.. high-SPF products can be super oily and clogging if they stay on the skin overnight). Then go in with a thicker witch hazel-based cream. You can get those at the pharmacy. They are naturally calming for damaged or sensitive skin. It’s one of my go-to’s when I need barrier repair. Also, when reapplying sunscreen during the day, always wash your hands twice. A lot of irritation and breakouts can come from reapplying sunscreen with dirty or sweaty hands, especially in hot weather. And the biggest tip of all: be consistent. Your skin needs a stable, soothing routine to heal. You’ve got this. I’m proud of how much you’re already doing right 🤍

Aww this was the cutest post to read 💙 And honestly… that hijab color is gorgeous on you, whether it’s blue or green 😂 (but I'd say it's blue tho 🫣😋) Also, girl, your natural face is beautiful!! I wouldn’t overthink your eye shape or head position ..just be you. Confidence is what makes the biggest difference anyway 🫶 For hijab styles, maybe try a looser drape or the Turkish wrap style? It looks super elegant and comfy. And for clothes, I’d say go for soft tones or neutrals to match your scarf, like beige, off-white, or pastel blue 💐

@Mariam Awobajo I'm here! I'm just working on the glow up challenge lately 🫶