WEEKLY CRUMBL: CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIE DOUGH PIE

We are back with a little mini Weekly Crumbl review today!! Normally I do reviews on at least four of the weekly flavors, however lately I've been on a healthier eating plan which sadly doesn't include Crumbl. I did make one small exception to try out this week's new Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Pie because my free birthday reward was expiring! Out of this week's lineup, that was the obvious choice for me! I could make a strong case that the Crumbl pies are superior to the cookies- they are pretty damn good, ya'll. 

The Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Pie is brand new this week and features a brown sugar/graham cracker crust, a brown sugar cream cheese filling, cookie dough pieces, mini chocolate chips and whipped cream. I'm telling you- immediate yes!! I love anything cookie dough and as expected, this one's a total banger. It is delicious!

I don't really know how to describe it other than it tastes exactly how you would expect? I wouldn't necessarily describe the crust or filling by the brown sugar flavor- it's just all yummy goodness. It's sweet but very light. The filling isn't too overpowering or heavy and the ratio of mix-ins is also good. Everything pairs together so well and the texture of the pie is great. I also like the crust which I'm a sticker on- mine was baked perfectly. Not too soft or hard, just right. 

If you love cookie dough/pie, you don't want to miss this one. I have no regrets on breaking my calorie deficit- definitely worth the splurge and worth a rebuy! 

Are you more of a pie or cookie person?

ULTA 21 DAYS OF BEAUTY | WEEK 1 SALE PICKS

Ulta's 21 Days of Beauty has arrived for spring! Every year Ulta puts on a three-week long event with tons of beauty products on sale for 50% off of their regular retail price. It's always one of my favorite sales to shop and share here on the blog. I'm a big beauty gal and love to shop the sale for both favorites + new finds.

The 2026 spring sale begins on Friday, March 6th and runs through Thursday, March 26th. The products on sale change daily and the sale price on each item is only valid on it's featured day. That means you have to shop quick! All items are always available both in Ulta stores and online. Today's post features all of my personal favorites and sale picks from Week 1. These are all items I've either tried and love or have on my wish list to try. Here's what made my list:  

ULTA 21 DAYS OF BEAUTY SALE EVENT: WEEK 1

+AMIKA Hero Rush Moisture Leave-in Conditioner (Saturday, March 7th; $15.50 sale price, regular $31)

+Kiehl's Ultra Facial Cream (Thursday, March 12th; $19.50 sale price, regular $39)

+Lancôme Lash Idôle Lash-Lifting Volumizing Mascara (Thursday, March 12th; $15 sale price, regular $30)

+Bondi Boost HG Shampoo + Conditioner (Friday, March 6th; $17 sale price, regular $34)

+MAC Glow Play Cushiony Blush (Friday, March 6th; $17 sale price, regular $34)

+NARS Pure Radiant Tinted Moisturizer w/ SPF 30 (Saturday, March 7th; $25 sale price, regular $50)

+Erborian CC Red Correct Green Color Corrector w/ SPF 25 (Tuesday, March 10th; $23 sale price, regular $46)

+Ellis Brooklyn Salt Eau de Parfum (Wednesday, March 11th; $57.50 sale price, regular $115)

+CHI 1" Titanium Flat Iron (Wednesday, March 11th; $54.99 sale price, regular $109.99)

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FEBRUARY BEAUTY HAUL

Needing to restock on a few essentials always calls for a beauty haul! One constant in my skincare routine is always Bioderma Micellar Water. It's the best of the best and always the first step in my regimen. I use it everyday to remove makeup/double-cleanse at night and refresh my skin in the morning. The large bottles are the way to go- they're the best bang for your buck and last for months. I've also been needing some new dermaplane razors and have been curious to try these Kitsch Disposable Razors. I don't really have any preference when it comes to face razors so these looked promising. The reviews are high and the price is low- win win! 

Also from Kitsch are these stretchy hair ties. For years I've used this style and all of mine are wearing out. It felt time for a new vibe and of all places, I found these at the grocery store haha. I was immediately drawn to their soft, stretchy material. I'm always skeptical that the softer hair ties will hold my hair but these state they're for thick, long and curly hair. We will definitely see!! I'll be looking for three loops! 

Just a few more skin things- the Differin Acne Spot Treatment and the Versed Lip Scrub. Both are new to me- I'm excited to try. Also has anyone used the Differin Adapalene Gel? It's suppose to target breakouts while also being anti-aging for fine lines + wrinkles. Would love to know your feedback if so! 

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FEBRUARY BOOK HAUL

I never pass up the opportunity to buy new books! I took advantage of a recent buy one, get one 50% off sale to snag a few more off of my wishlist. I'm especially excited to add some new classics into my collection. I haven't read any since college and it's something I've wanted to dive into for longtime now. I've been keeping a list of the ones I want to start with and at the very top is The Count of Monte Cristo by Alexandre Dumas. This one is a beast at over 1300 pages! I've heard it's an incredible, adventurous tale and I can't wait to start. Inspired by the new movie release, I also decided to pick up Wuthering Heights by Emily Brontë. I read parts of this book back in high school, however thinking back I can't recall much about the story. I also know I'll have a different experience reading it now as an adult. I'm hoping to read it and then go see the movie- it's always interesting to see books come to life on screen. I've already heard the two are completely different which never surprises me, haha. If you've read/watched it, let me know what you thought! 

A new fun romance is a given so I grabbed the second book of the Windy City series, The Right Move by Liz Tomforde. I just finished the first one, Mile High, which was cute. I also saw both Pen Pal by J.T. Geissinger and Wolf.e by Paisley Hope recommended on the Tikky which are both a little more spicy and in the dark romance category. I like to have some variety, haha. Sometimes I'm in the mood for dark romance, sometimes I need a little more light. 

The last two in today's haul are The 12-Week Year by Brian P. Moran and Michael Lennington and Women Living Deliciously by Florence Given. I can't wait to dive into The 12 Week Year. I've heard the concept which is essentially breaking your year down by quarters in order to be more productive. I haven't read the book yet, however I've already started utilizing the idea by breaking down my goals into 12-week chunks. I'm excited to read more in depth about the concept and see if I can successfully implement it into my life. Women Living Deliciously was kind of a wildcard pick for me. I also found this one on TikTok in someone's "books that have changed my life" video. She sold me on it so we'll see- I'm not sure that I normally would have purchased this. Despite that, I absolutely love the cover and design. The book is absolutely beautiful and bright- she's a stunner for sure! 

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BLISSY SILK HAIR BONNET UNBOXING + FIRST IMPRESSIONS

Okay I never thought I'd find myself purchasing a silk hair bonnet but here we are, haha. Sleeping on silk has a lot of great benefits when it comes to your skin + hair. The highlights for me have always been fewer wrinkles, less hair frizz/breakage and a cool, luxurious feel. My thoughts have always been that if you can can receive those benefits with a pillowcase, what's the point of the added restriction and jump scare of a bonnet?? 

As you can see, there has been a concession because I'm now a new owner and (for now) ex-bonnet-hater. I ultimately decided to try one for two main reasons - the first, to better protect my hair from breakage and see whether I can maintain hairstyles longer to lower my heat usage. Regardless of pillowcase type, my hair usually ends up a bit more disheveled the next day so I'm curious to see if using the bonnet will make a difference. The second reason is for my skin. I'm still dealing with some mysterious breakouts/dermatitis around my mouth and jawline. I can't pinpoint what the root cause is so I'm constantly just doing trial and error. I've wondered whether there could be any correlation from my hair touching my skin at nighttime so we're going to find out!

I'm excited to try it out and see any positive impact or changes there. I did a lot of research on different types of bonnets before purchasing the Blissy. You most commonly find either silk or satin, polyester options. If price isn't a consideration, I think silk is the way to go. Natural fibers are always a better option over synthetic, however you can find some much more affordable options here that I'm sure provide some of the same benefits. 

I ultimately chose the Blissy bonnet because they use 100% Mulberry Silk and had amazing reviews on quality and fit. As expected, the material is very soft and luxurious. It also is much bigger in size than it looks online. Definitely a plus if you have a lot of hair! The stretchy, elastic band is also great to help customize the fit. They also offer a wide color selection- I chose the color "Matcha" which is absolutely beautiful. It's a gorgeous cool-toned, pale jade shade. I love so much! I'm also impressed with the packaging- the box + tissue were a nice elevated touch.  

Have you ever used a bonnet - what are your thoughts?

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TOP 5 MOST POPULAR BLOG POSTS | 2.16.26

As expected from fewer days, February is already flying by! It's hard to believe Valentine's Day has already come and gone. I hope you had the best weekend - I spent the night in with good company and pizza :) I also did good this year by not buying too many treats, haha. I was very close to ordering a cookie cake but we persevered! With the month halfway over, it's time for this month's top 5 most popular blog posts. It actually feels like it's been forever since I posted one of these- despite February going by so fast, January was years long. I also think traveling, getting sick and having snowmageddon again has made everything a whirlwind. I sure am ready for spring and sunny days now! Here are this month's top read posts: 

1. DUCK DONUTS REVIEW + TASTE TEST - Duck Donuts remind me of the upcoming spring and summer months! I think because they started in the Outer Banks, it reminds me of the beach and warm weather! A few years ago I was lucky enough to come by a location and try them out. They are made to order donuts which is a fun and unique concept. They also have a ton of different flavors/toppings! For my full review + all of the flavors I tried, be sure to check out the review post here. 

Read here: Duck Donuts Review + Taste Test 

2. SALT & STONE DEODORANT REVIEW + RESTOCK HAUL - This post if for all of my clean deodorant/ingredient people! After trying tons of clean, aluminum-free deodorant, my current favorite still stands with Salt & Stone. I like to use their deodorants in the cooler months and on days where I'm less active. My review goes into more detail of why I like the formula + my favorite scents. I'll link it here for you! 

Read here: Salt & Stone Deodorant Review + Restock Haul 

3. NOTHING BUNDT CAKES BISCOFF COOKIE BUTTER REVIEW - If you've been curious about the Biscoff Cookie Butter bundtlet at Nothing Bundt Cakes, you have to check out this post. I tried it out last fall and because they brought it back in January, this post had a little surge in popularity! It is so so good, ya'll. Sadly it's gone again but I'm sure it'll be back before we know it! 

Read here: Nothing Bundt Cakes Biscoff Cookie Butter Review 

4. OURA RING UNBOXING - After almost four years of owning + wearing my Oura Ring daily, we're still going strong! I love love love it and am 100% happy I decided to buy one. It's a great health tracker to keep up with sleep, activity, daily "readiness," the female cycle + more. I pretty much wear mine 24/7 and I'll check my vitals + stats here and there throughout the day. If you're someone who loves data and prioritizing your health, I highly recommend purchasing one. I'll link my review post here for you- it has lots of good info on the ring, some photos + my original ordering experience. I also love that you can now purchase the ring here on Amazon which is so much easier for sizing/returns/etc. 

Read here: Oura Ring Unboxing 

5. PUBLIX STRAWBERRY CREAM CHEESE COOKIES REVIEW - The perfect post for February/Valentine's Day!! I was so excited to try out one of the newest bakery items at Publix- their Strawberry Cream Cheese cookies. These came out last month for Valentine's Day which I love. Not only are they festive and cute, they're super yummy too. I love strawberry so I'm a big fan! I'll link the full review here :) 

Read here: Publix Strawberry Cream Cheese Cookies Review 

How was your Valentine's weekend?? - xx. 

WHAT I WANT | FEBRUARY

Biosil Collagen Booster // "Wuthering Heights" by Emily Bronte // Kitsch Hair Ties // Crown Affair The Overnight Repair Serum // Pajama Top + Pajama Pants // AESTURA Moisturizing Mist // Cocktail Graphic Hoodie // TELETIES Large Flat Clip // AMIKA Split End Sealer 

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