Author Archives: Henna

Boujee Bougies Gilded and an Interview with Nick and Pia

Posted on April 4, 2024 by Henna

At Esxence I had the luck to meet Pia and Nick, the people behind Boujee Bougies – originally a candle company, but one that now has a perfume line.  I had heard about these perfumes before Esxence and continued to … Continue reading →

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Fenty Butta Drop and Cookies N Clean Cleanser, and Charlotte Tilbury’s New Cleanser

Posted on April 4, 2024 by Henna

I know it’s getting warmer because people keep asking me how I get my skin so glowy not realizing that I gave up on fighting oily skin years ago. I layer on the sunscreen, skip the powder, and go on … Continue reading →

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Food I Ate In Milan

Posted on April 3, 2024 by Henna

A Milan food photo dump while I stall on my perfume reviews. I mean, I’m sure I ate the same as the next person, but I do always seem to have my phone ready to take a picture.

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Watier Cosmetics Lip Oils

Posted on April 2, 2024 by Henna

@watierofficial Lip Oils are now in more colours. I chose a dark and light shade to swatch because, as you can see, they are pretty sheer and every colour is easy to wear. The oil formula is more like a … Continue reading →

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Musks of Monday – Musk Perfumes in My Collection

Posted on April 1, 2024 by Henna

Musks of Monday: Frederic Malle Musc Ravageur – a cuddly cozy musk that woos with its sweetness. Easy to love and to wear. Guerlain Musc Outreblanc – musc but make it crisp and clean. Kiehl’s Original Musk – clean florals … Continue reading →

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5 Questions for Eliam Puente of House of Puente Artisan Luxury Perfumes

Posted on March 28, 2024 by Henna

I recently tried perfume samples from House of Puente, and all the scents blew me away.  Eliam Puente has created some modern classics using a high quantity of natural ingredients.  They’re well-blended, natural-smelling (although there are synthetics in the perfume … Continue reading →

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Native x Girl Scouts Collection

Posted on March 28, 2024 by Henna

It’s peak gourmand: @native , the company best-known for natural deodorants, has paired up with the Girl Scouts and created a collection of products that smell like their iconic cookies. My favourites, chocolate mints, are represented, but so are the … Continue reading →

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Chanel Boy Perfume Review

Posted on March 27, 2024 by Henna

Esxence was the perfect reset. It made me leave my house and be immersed in the perfume world that I love for a few days. Since I’ve been back, I’ve barely worn any perfume to start my day because I’ve … Continue reading →

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Diptyque Eau Duelle edp – Vanilla

Posted on March 26, 2024 by Henna

Cultural appropriation or cultural appreciation? Official descriptions for Diptyque’s Eau Duelle range from “an ode to travel” to “ inspired by a journey along the Spice Route and the ports of legendary cities: Babylon, Goa, Venice and Carthage.” The picture … Continue reading →

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Celine Perfumes

Posted on March 25, 2024 by Henna

Celine perfume two ways: one for winter and one for summer, one for night time, one for the day. One to bring in the good times and the other to wash them all away.Cologne Celeste takes cues from the green … Continue reading →

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