Sharing some of my favorite TMI wellness essentials. Affiliate links are included below. Thank you so so much for shopping through my links!

Ok friends, we’re getting a little TMI today.

These are some of the slightly weird, decidedly unglamorous things I regularly do in the name of feeling good, looking a little more alive (I hope??), and taking care of myself. Some are wellness staples I’ve used for years, some are beauty things that make me look absolutely ridiculous while I’m doing them, and all are staples that I’ve use regularly and love.

As always, this is just what I personally use and love, not medical advice. You definitely don’t need to do all of these things. Pick what makes sense for you and your life and leave the rest.

My TMI wellness essentials

1. Castor oil packs

Yes, I regularly strap this oil-soaked situation to my stomach while I watch TV. I usually reach for my castor oil pack when my digestion feels sluggish, I’m feeling puffy, or I just want a cozy little self-care moment. It’s one of those rituals that sounds extremely weird until it becomes part of your routine.

My favorite castor oil pack

2. HigherDOSE Body Sculptor

This combines microcurrent, red light, and a vigorous little massage, and I use it on my stomach, thighs, and booty. It feels amazing and I love using it when I’m feeling puffy or want a little extra body-care moment. Gravity is persistent, but so am I

HigherDOSE Body Sculptor (use FITNESSISTA15)

3. Forehead tape

I use two things on my forehead at night and it’s made a HUGE difference. I alternate between Frownies and this forehead patch that has a tiiiny but of Ghk-Cu. I tend to aggressively furrow my brow while I sleep and this helps remind those muscles to CHILL. It looks ridiculous and it works.

4. Facial suction cups + stainless steel gua sha

When my face is looking extra puffy, these are two of my favorite tools. I gently use the tiny facial cups and follow with my stainless steel gua sha.

Facial suction cups
Stainless steel gua sha

5. Nontoxic self-tanner

I love the Arizona sunshine more than my dermatologist would probably appreciate, so self-tanner lets me have some color without turning every pool day into a full-body rotisserie situation. I love that

Sharing my full OneSkin OS-01 Face Rich Cream review after using it for the past month, including the texture, how I use it, key ingredients, and how it compares to the original OS-01 Face Moisturizer.

OneSkin sent me this product to try. This post contains affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission if you purchase through my link. It does not affect your purchase price, and I only share products I genuinely use and recommend. You can check out OneSkin and use FITNESSISTA15 here!

Hi friends! How are you? I hope you’re having a lovely morning. The Pilot is actually home this week (wahoo!) so we’re going to grab breakfast and hit the gym together before I start work stuff for the day.

Today, I’m excited to share a brand-new skincare launch from OneSkin: the OS-01 Face Rich Cream. It’s available TODAY and you can add it to your peptide skincare collection!

I’ve had a jar here to test out for the past month and I’m obsessed with the texture. It has quickly become one of my OneSkin hero products, which is saying a lot because I already use their tinted SPF, lip mask, and body lotion every single day.

This has officially joined the lineup.

What is the OneSkin OS-01 Face Rich Cream?

The OneSkin OS-01 Face Rich Cream is a deeply moisturizing face cream created for dry, depleted, or mature skin.

It contains OneSkin’s proprietary OS-01 Peptide, along with ingredients designed to support hydration, visible firmness, smoothness, and the skin barrier.

It is:

• Fragrance-free
• Dermatologist tested
• Non-comedogenic
• Suitable for sensitive skin
• Leaping Bunny certified cruelty-free
• Awarded the National Eczema Association Seal of Acceptance

It comes in a 50 mL/1.7 fl oz jar and can be used on the face, neck, and chest morning and night.

My OneSkin Rich Cream review after one month

The first thing I noticed was the texture.

It’s light and almost fluffy when you pump it out, but it feels SO rich and moisturizing on the skin. Usually, when I think of a thick face cream, I picture something heavy, sticky, or greasy that sits on top of my skin. This doesn’t do that at all.

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Sharing my full review of the HigherDOSE Microcurrent Body Sculptor. If you want to try it out, or any of the HigherDOSE products, use my discount code FITNESSISTA15 here. 

Hi friends! I hope you’re having a lovely morning! I’m catching a Pilates class with a friend today and then it’s calls pretty much all day.

HigherDOSE Microcurrent Body Sculptor Review: My Honest Experience

For today’s post, I wanted to share my thoughts on the HigherDOSE Microcurrent Body Sculptor now that I’ve had a chance to use it for a while. This at-home microcurrent device is basically like a total body gua sha, including the benefits of red light and microcurrent. I tried it mostly for recovery and lymphatic support, and I’ve been blown away by my skin’s texture.

What Is the HigherDOSE Microcurrent Body Sculptor?

This is a cordless, handheld device combining microcurrent + red light (650nm) + near-infrared light (850nm). It was designed after traditional body planers, which have been used for centuries. It’s designed to target fascia as a fascia release tool, lymphatic flow, muscle recovery, and improve skin elasticity. You can order it as a ritual set with Sculpting Activator Gel and Transdermal Magnesium Spray. You need the gel no matter what and the magnesium spray is a bonus – I love magnesium spray before bed!

The Technology Behind It

Microcurrent:

It includes low-level electrical current with four intensity settings. This can be used for muscle activation and temporary relief

Red + near-infrared light:

These can help to support skin appearance and circulation. I notice that when red light is a part of my recovery routine, I have way less muscle soreness, even after hard workouts.

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Hi friend! Here’s a list of all of my hair care faves and the full routine! While I try to choose natural and organic options as much as possible, with my hair care, I’ve kind of swung a little in the opposite direction. Below is a mix of the most natural organic stuff you can find… and the opposite. Balance, baby.

Wash routine:

I used to only wash my hair once a week. After visiting the Korean head spa and having my scalp scanned, I’ve changed my ways lol. I wash it twice a week now.

Shampoo and conditioner: Nexxus

I have thick hair and I’ve been using this Nexxus shampoo and conditioner for years. I want a THICK conditioner, not one that feels like water.

*Once a week, I use my products from Korea, but I’ve been trying to make them last. Everything is linked here.

Every other wash, I add in a mask. This mask and this mask are my two favorites. If I’m feeling extra, before my shower, I’ll mist my hair with water, add in the mask, and Saran Wrap it around my head for 30 minutes or so. I’ll wash and condition like usual

After washing:

Leave in hair treatment

Add in hair oil (either Moroccan oil or the oil from Trader Joe’s)

Let air dry, and use heat protectant before styling with the Read more

Hiiii! Happy Friday! What are you up to this weekend? We have a family dinner, Liv and I have a volunteer event for NCL, and I’m subbing a barre class. I hope you have a lovely and relaxing weekend ahead!

Some pics from lately:

Lola in the dryer….

(Whenever I do laundry, she runs into the laundry room to hunt for more socks to eat. She’s eaten two.. that we know of. So, I’ve been watching her like even more of a hawk than usual. This dog, I tell ya.)

A javi sighting!!

We always say it’s good luck when we see javelina, and one night driving home, we saw 12! We sat in our cars and watched them eat for a while.

Fishing with the fam at Tanque Verde Ranch. EJ was the only one who caught a fish (a tiny one!) but it was a very exciting moment.

Pool day with P and a friend at La Paloma:

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