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Hi, I’m Vivian — board certified internist, skincare hoarder, and Solidcore girlie 👋🏾By day I manage patients; the rest ...
09/02/2026

Hi, I’m Vivian — board certified internist, skincare hoarder, and Solidcore girlie 👋🏾

By day I manage patients; the rest of the time I’m breaking down medical topics on my What The Health series, reviewing the skincare and beauty products flooding your FYP, and chasing a glow up that’s more than skin deep. Health, aesthetics, faith, finances — that’s the whole page.

New here? Welcome to the group chat. Which pillar brought you in — the medical tea, the skincare reviews, or the fitness content? 👇


08/27/2026

Everything’s linked in my Shop My — tap the link in my bio!

Ulta’s 21 Days of Beauty starts TOMORROW (8/28–9/17) and here’s my ultimate list — some are ride-or-dies I repurchase on repeat, some I’m finally trying for myself 👀 Everything’s linked in my Shop My — tap the link in my bio to shop 🛍️.

💇‍♀️ Hair: Olaplex No.9 Hair Serum for the glass-hair finish, Cecred Hair Oil for shine, Briogeo Don’t Despair Shampoo + Conditioner for damage control, the Joico Moisture Line shampoo/conditioner/treatment balm .haircare , Design Essentials , and the TYMO Curlgo Cordless Auto Curling Iron for curls with zero effort

💄 Makeup: MAC Lipsticks , Ulta Beauty makeup brushes , Juvia’s Place blushes , and the Benefit Micro-Precision Brow Definer

🧴 Skin + SPF: Farmacy Honey Halo Moisturizer , Supergoop Glowscreen Sunscreen , Kiehl’s Better Screen Sunscreen , Clarins Double Serum , and the Dermaflash + Peach Fuzz Removal Kit

✨ Extras: Octavia Morgan Midnight Orchard EDP , Ellis Brookly Vanilla Salt EDP , and Moon Juice Magnesi-Om for the nights I actually remember to wind down

Heads up — it’s not everything at 50% off for all 21 days, Ulta rotates new Daily Beauty Steals + Weekly Steals, so screenshot this and check the app daily so your faves don’t sell out 👀

Which one are YOU trying first? Tell me below 🛍️✨



Everything’s linked in my Shop My — tap the link in my bio

08/27/2026

Everything’s linked in my Shop My — tap the link in my bio!

Ulta’s 21 Days of Beauty starts TOMORROW (8/28–9/17) and here’s my ultimate list — some are ride-or-dies I repurchase on repeat, some I’m finally trying for myself 👀 Everything’s linked in my Shop My — tap the link in my bio to shop 🛍️.

💇‍♀️ Hair: Olaplex No.9 Hair Serum for the glass-hair finish, Cecred Hair Oil for shine, Briogeo Don’t Despair Shampoo + Conditioner for damage control, the Joico Moisture Line shampoo/conditioner/treatment balm .haircare , Design Essentials , and the TYMO Curlgo Cordless Auto Curling Iron for curls with zero effort

💄 Makeup: MAC Lipsticks , Ulta Beauty makeup brushes , Juvia’s Place blushes , and the Benefit Micro-Precision Brow Definer

🧴 Skin + SPF: Farmacy Honey Halo Moisturizer , Supergoop Glowscreen Sunscreen , Kiehl’s Better Screen Sunscreen , Clarins Double Serum , and the Dermaflash + Peach Fuzz Removal Kit

✨ Extras: Octavia Morgan Midnight Orchard EDP , Ellis Brookly Vanilla Salt EDP , and Moon Juice Magnesi-Om for the nights I actually remember to wind down

Heads up — it’s not everything at 50% off for all 21 days, Ulta rotates new Daily Beauty Steals + Weekly Steals, so screenshot this and check the app daily so your faves don’t sell out 👀

Which one are YOU trying first? Tell me below 🛍️✨



Everything’s linked in my Shop My — tap the link in my bio!

08/27/2026

gifted by Dermalogica

I’m turning 40 next year, and my under-eyes are not about to clock it first 👀✨ Dermalogica just sent me their Smart Eye Density Serum and I’m already obsessed with the immediate plump.

Here’s what makes it different:
•       Growth Factor Complex (via an oleosomal delivery system, fancy I know) targets thin skin + hollowness
•       2 types of Hyaluronic Acid = instant hydration + plump
•       Rye Seed Extract to help visibly diminish dark circles + discoloration

I’m only 2 weeks in but the tapping-in feel + instant plump is already 10/10. Giving it the full 4 weeks before I report back on density + brightness (patience is a virtue, unlike my under-eyes apparently).

Pick it up at Ulta Beauty — link in bio 🛍

dermalogica Ulta Beauty

08/21/2026

The way I knew Funmi Monet Funmi Monet | Dallas Blogger wouldn’t let us down with this launch! 🤌🏾✨

I grabbed the Influxious Discovery Set INFLUXIOUS to test out all four scents (Well Loved, Magic Hour, Gold Standard, and High Life)—and let’s just say my cart was not safe. 💸

Reviewing each one was an experience, but High Life instantly took the crown for me. That blueberry and hibiscus mix is insane. I ended up pulling the trigger on two full sizes, and I’m zero percent sorry about it.

Have you tried the line yet or ordered your set? Tell me which scent you’re eyeing in the comments! 💬👇

08/19/2026

Is Retatrutide about to change the game? 🔬👀

Everyone is talking about Ozempic, Wegovy, and Zepbound... but Retatrutide is the new triple receptor agonist (GIP/GLP-1/glucagon) currently in Phase 3 trials, and the weight loss data is wild.

As a doctor, here’s what you actually need to know about how Retatrutide works, how it compares to Tirzepatide, and when we might actually see FDA approval.

Drop your questions in the comments—are you tracking this one? 💬👇

08/16/2026

gifted by ILIA Beauty

Thought my routine was done… until I realized my eye look was completely missing. 😅

Huge thanks to ILIA for gifting me their Eye Trio! As an absolute beginner with eye makeup, I usually keep things super subtle and low-maintenance. This set makes it so easy and takes all the guesswork out of simple, everyday eye definition. No 10-step palette needed—just quick, effortless enhancement that pulls the whole face together without doing too much. ✨

Are you a low-maintenance eye makeup person or full drama? Drop a comment below! 👇

ILIA

08/02/2026

Q2 Empties: What I’d Repurchase vs. Pass On! 🧴✨ Another quarter down, another batch of empty skincare bottles! You know we love a good product review around here, so let’s talk about what actually earned a spot in my routine—and what fell flat.

✨ The Holy Grails (Repurchasing ASAP):
- Mother Science Molecular Hero Serum & CLARINS USA Double Serum:The dynamic duo for barrier support, radiant glow, and plump skin. Absolute main character energy!

- belif North America Jelly Cleanser & True Cream Aqua Bomb: Pure hydration magic. Perfect for keeping oily/combination skin balanced without feeling heavy.

- LANEIGE U.S. Water Sleeping Mask: The ultimate reset button for overnight moisture.

- innisfree USA Sunscreen: Lightweight, no white cast, and layers so seamlessly under makeup.

- 티르티르 Milk Skin Toner: The secret to that glass skin look! Deeply hydrating and gives the dreamiest dew.

❌ The “Not For Me” Club:
- Kiehl's Since 1851 Breakout Control Blemish Treatment: Just didn’t work with my skin chemistry this quarter.

- Beekman 1802 Hyaluronic Acid & Squalane Toner: Wanted to love it, but it just didn’t hit the mark for my routine preferences.

Have you tried any of these? Drop your current holy grail product in the comments below! 👇🏾✨

07/30/2026

Q2 Empties Breakdown! 🧴✨ Keeping it real on what body care and hair products earned a permanent spot in my routine—and what’s getting left behind. Down to the last drop:

🧼 Nécessaire : Clean staple for barrier support.
✨ OUI the People : Pure luxury. The ultimate body glow.
🧈 Josie Maran : Ultra-rich, peak deep hydration.
🌸 Flamingo : The slept-on budget favorite.
🤍 ELEMIS : Lightweight with a nice finish, but wasn’t the perfect fit for my skin needs this season!
🕯️ BROWN GIRL Jane ™ : Warm, cozy, rich-girl scent.
✨ PHLUR : The ultimate compliment-getter.
💈 CÉCRED : Kept my edges thriving.
💦 Joico Hair Care : Instant slip and wash-day salvation.

Save this for your next shopping run! 📌 Brands tagged, but I want to hear from you: Which of these have you tried? Drop your top Q2 empties below! 👇🏾

07/28/2026

Let’s talk high-return investments for your life and sanity. 💸✨ Part 2 of everything that has officially earned a permanent spot in my budget!

When it comes to my time, health, and peace of mind, these services and vendors are worth every single penny (make sure to tap these IG accounts to check them out!):

🧹 House Cleaning Service — Outsourcing deep cleaning gives me hours back every month. Best decision for my schedule and peace of mind.

📈 Financial Planner (Clarity Wealth ) — Working with Kyneshia Hubbard made strategic wealth management and long-term planning so seamless.

🧖🏾‍♀️ Esthetician (Erica Danielle ) — Consistent professional treatments over everything for keeping skin healthy and glowing.

🥗 Meal Prep (CookUnity ) — Convenient, delicious meals for crazy busy days when cooking just isn’t happening.

⚡ Laser Hair Removal (NYAH | Atlanta Med Spa ) — Completely ditching razors and skin irritation forever was priceless.

🧠 Therapy Services — Prioritizing mental health maintenance is hands down the highest-return investment on this list.

💇🏾‍♀️ Hair Vendor (luxuryhairwholesale_rita) — Quality and longevity matters! Good hair is a daily confidence booster.

Save this for your next life-upgrade inspiration! 📌 What’s one service or vendor you will never stop paying for? Tell me in the comments! 👇🏾

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