Ever since I started on my journey to create a skincare line, I’ve researched a lot about what actually goes into products. This all started two years ago when I had just given birth to Collette. For some reason, I started to get crazy breakouts on my skin. I used a certain makeup product by a certain brand, and my…
“Can women have it all?” I hear that question all the time. And I hate when people ask it. Because when they do, it implies they think women aren’t capable of accomplishing something. As if every woman needs assistance. “Wow, you have kids, a husband and a career? Wow, you’re a unicorn. Wow, there aren’t many people out there like…
My husband and I took our daughter Collette and son Christian to Hawaii recently. I needed a couple of days be with the kids 24/7 without attending to work. But I had no idea what to expect on my way there. Was I making a big mistake bringing my kids on a five-hour flight? Would the kids adapt to the…
A writer at my studio who sees me at work every day also reads my blog, so he’s learned about some of my anxieties and pressures. But when he sees me in the office, I’m always smiling and enthusiastic. He asked me recently how I stay positive and grounded even when I’m struggling. The truth is, life’s never easy. Everyone…
I’m a product hoarder, so I want to talk about some products that I can’t live without this month. FAVORITE BRAND THIS MONTH – DOSE OF COLORS X ILUVSARAHII Let’s start with the Dose of Colors collab with influencer iluvsarahii. From the eyeshadow palette to the lip glosses, this collaboration is lit. I shot a YouTube makeup tutorial that will…
Today is such an amazing day. Hollyscoop, the YouTube channel I started and that’s now part of my company, Obsev Studios, earned its 1 millionth subscriber, and the channel averages about 30 million viewers per month. I started Hollyscoop in a tiny room at my parents’ house more than 10 years ago. I was dying to be an entertainment reporter…
A couple of weeks ago, my husband and I traveled to our happy place: Mykonos, Greece. This island has been special for us since we first visited it on our honeymoon eight years ago. My father had just passed away, so I was going through tough times. The island of Mykonos was my comfort pillow. It’s known to have energy…
Last week, I went on vacation to one of my favorite places in the world: Mykonos, Greece. I first visited Mykonos eight years ago on my honeymoon. That’s when I fell in love with the island, and I’ve made many trips there since then. What I love about Mykonos is it’s a lively city. Everyone is in good spirits and…
I’m not going to lie: I’ve been working on this post for a while. I’ve been insecure about posting a picture of myself with no makeup on. I still don’t feel my best, even seven months after having a baby. I’m slowly getting back into the rhythmn of things and opening up more to life. When my friend and fellow…
I’m dedicating this post to one of my Instagram followers, Hanan Ismail (@glam_by_hanan). Hanan is a makeup artist, and she asked me how to get more clients from Instagram. She also wants to start a YouTube channel, but she’s nervous about it. So I’ll share my answers for Hanan and anyone else who has the same questions. Let’s…