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Starting Over at 43  – Why Staying Feels Harder than Leaving
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Starting Over at 43 – Why Staying Feels Harder than Leaving

At 43, I chose to start over. This is the honest story behind that decision and the reasons I’ll be moving to Japan in the near future.

BPPV Exlained: What Happened & What You Need to Know
Medical Warnings
BPPV Exlained: What Happened & What You Need to Know

If you’ve ever felt a sudden onset of severe dizziness and nausea the moment you turned your head, you’re not alone. I recently went through one of the worst episodes of my life and later discovered it was BPPV – something many people experience without realizing what’s actually happening.

Microplastics in Mineral Sunscreen – What You Need to Know
Skincare
Microplastics in Mineral Sunscreen – What You Need to Know

You may have switched from chemical to mineral sunscreen for cleaner ingredients, but most mineral formulas still contain microplastics. So even when you think you’re choosing the safer option, you might still be putting plastic on your skin every day without knowing it. Almost every mineral sunscreen I checked contained microplastics. I did manage to find two clean, affordable options.

FDA Microneedling Update (2025): News & Where to Buy Authentic Dr. Pens
Medical Warnings, Microneedling
FDA Microneedling Update (2025): News & Where to Buy Authentic Dr. Pens

In 2024, Amazon pulled nearly all Dr. Pen microneedling devices, leaving users wondering if the FDA had banned them. Here’s what’s really going on — including the latest FDA warning about RF microneedling risks, where you can safely buy authentic Dr. Pen products again, and a first look at the new Hydra Pen H6 that dispenses serum as you microneedle.

Best Supplements & Tools for Energy and Focus (Without Coffee or Caffeine)
Supplements
Best Supplements & Tools for Energy and Focus (Without Coffee or Caffeine)

In this post, I share the most effective tools and supplements that help boost energy and focus naturally – from research-backed supplements that actually make a difference, to tools you can use.

DIY At Home Experiments

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Microneedling is a skincare treatment that involves the use of a device and a cartridge containing small needles. This punctures the skin, which causes micro-injuries, leading to an increase in collagen production.

It usually takes four months to see results. Here you can see the results I had after 8 treatments, all done at home.

Before - After

8 Microneedling Treatments

Before - After

2 Months on Topical Minoxidil

Minoxidil, also known as Rogaine, can be used as an over-the-counter topical treatment to help with hair thinning and hair loss.

Here I’m sharing my 2-month results with Minoxidil, in order to help with hairline thinning. It generally takes 4 months to see results.

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