Are Victoria’s Secret Pajamas Actually Worth It?

Jasmine Del Toro wearing a Victoria's Secret chocolate brown lace cami and shorts pajama set – honest review from a VS brand ambassador

Published: April 29,2026  |  Last Updated: April 29,2026 Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. As a Victoria’s Secret brand ambassador, I may earn a commission on purchases made through my links – at no extra cost to you. All opinions are 100% my own. I’ve been wearing Victoria’s Secret pajamas for years, and as of […]

What Is the Best Hyaluronic Acid Serum? My Honest Review

Jasmine Del Toro smiling in a blue striped top outside in Los Angeles, representing the Layers of Beauty lifestyle blog

Published: April 29,2026 | Last Updated: April 29,2026 A hyaluronic acid serum is a lightweight skincare product that delivers concentrated hyaluronic acid – a naturally occurring substance in the body – directly into your skin to boost moisture levels. It works by attracting water molecules from the environment and locking them into the skin, which […]

Wedding Guest Dresses: My Spring & Summer 2026 Picks

Jasmine Del Toro wearing a pink floral satin midi dress and white mini bag – a spring wedding guest dress idea in Southern California

Published: April 28, 2026  |  Last Updated: April 28, 2026 A wedding guest dress is an outfit that fits a wedding’s dress code while allowing the guest to feel confident, stylish, and appropriate for the occasion without overshadowing the couple. Getting it right matters because your dress signals respect for the event and affects how […]

NYX Smushy Matte Lip Balm: My Honest Color Review

NYX Professional Makeup Smushy Matte Lip Balm tube in Snuggle SZN lying on a soft pink textured surface

Published: April 12, 2026  |  Last Updated: April 12, 2026 I found the NYX Smushy Matte Lip Balm sitting in a Target display in early April 2026, and I almost walked past it. Nine dollars for a tinted matte lip balm with mochi rice powder and sugar ceramides? I grabbed one – then grabbed two […]

Passion Project Ideas That Will Instantly Boost Your Mood

A serene minimalist interior in Los Angeles with two organic-shaped mirrors, a white boucle bench, and lush green houseplants – the kind of calm, intentional space that inspires you to slow down and explore passion project ideas that are good for your soul- Layers of Beauty

Published: April 2026 | Last Updated: April 2026 If you have ever felt like something is missing even when your life looks completely fine on the outside, you are not alone – and that feeling has a real solution. Before we get into the passion project ideas themselves, here are a few posts from Layers […]

Rare Beauty Bronzer Review: My Honest Take

Rare Beauty display at Sephora showing the Warm Wishes Effortless Bronzer Stick lineup

Published: April 1, 2026  |  Last Updated: April 1, 2026 If you are already a Rare Beauty fan, you will want to pair this bronzer with the right blush – my guide to the best Rare Beauty blush shades breaks down exactly which ones to stack with your bronzer for the most natural finish. I […]

How to Improve Your Communication Skills

Jasmine Del Toro in green dress exuding confidence – Layers of Beauty blog

Published: April 1, 2026  |  Last Updated: April 1, 2026 Improving your communication skills means learning to say what you actually mean – clearly, calmly, and with confidence – so people understand you the first time, every time. To improve your communication skills, start by organizing your main point before you speak, practice pausing instead […]

What Is a Skin Analysis? (Here’s What I Found Out)

Jasmine Del Toro at Hapa Kristin Melrose Los Angeles Photo Booth March 2026

Published: March 30, 2026 | Last Updated: March 30, 2026 A skin analysis is a professional examination of your skin that identifies your skin type, your specific concerns, and which products and treatments will actually work for you – versus the ones wasting your time and money. A professional skin analysis is one of the […]

What Is the Best Drugstore Moisturizer in 2026?

CeraVe Moisturizing Cream 16 oz jar on a marble bathroom countertop, showing 3 Essential Ceramides label and National Eczema Association seal

Published: March 2026  |  Last Updated: March 29, 2026 I have tested a lot of moisturizers over the years. Living in Los Angeles, my skin deals with dry Santa Ana winds in the fall, humid coastal air in summer, and everything in between. After trying both $380 luxury creams and $12 drugstore finds, I can […]

What Is the Best SPF for Your Face – and How Do You Use It?

CeraVe AM Facial Moisturizing Lotion SPF 50 bottle on a marble bathroom counter with a mirror and white flowers in the background

Published: March 28, 2026  |  Last Updated: March 28, 2026 What does it mean to incorporate SPF into your beauty routine? Incorporating SPF into your beauty routine means applying a broad-spectrum sunscreen to your face and neck every morning – as the final step of your skincare routine, before makeup – to protect your skin […]