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This Not That: IT Cosmetics CC+ Cream
Back with another user request! Someone asked me to find an alternative for the IT Cosmetics CC Cream. I apologize for the delay—it took...


This Not That: Kosas Soulgazer Gel Eyeliner
As I’ve gotten older, I still find eyeliner to be one of those products I struggle with applying, no matter how many YouTube tutorials I...


This Not That: Huda Beauty Easy Bake Powder
I really have to pat myself on the back this gem because the quality and price of this dupe are simply unbeatable. To be honest, I don’t...


This Not That: Favorite Korean Skincare
When it comes to affordable luxury, Korean skincare is unbeatable. Their innovative ingredients and high-quality products excel in every...


This Not That: Rare Beauty Luminous Blush
I know the Sephora sale is happening right now with a lot of promotions going on. Honestly, I’m not here to give you a list of picks....


This Not That: lululemon Wunder Train Shorts
As a proud Nashvillian (though not originally from here, I’ve called it home for over a decade), I wanted to sprinkle in some of my...


This Not That: Favorite Barrier Creams
I recently shared my thoughts on an alternative to Skinceuticals Triple Lipid Restore Cream, but I’ve realized there are many other...


This Not That: Skinceuticals Triple Lipid Restore
I’m a huge fan of ceramide moisturizers for maintaining a healthy skin barrier. Since I use a lot of active ingredients, it’s essential...


This Not That: Milk Makeup Hydro Grip Primer
Not going to lie, I feel like Milk Makeup was the first primer I saw that used the term “hydrogrip” which completely sucked me in. And at...


This Not That: Urban Decay All Nighter Setting Spray
This might b e an embarrassing confession for the internet, but am I the only one who thought setting sprays were only for marathon...


This Not That: Louis Vuitton Neverfull Tote
As I've mentioned before, I'm a proud corporate enthusiast and have spent the last decade working with Fortune 500 brands. While...


This Not That: Skinceuticals C E Feurlic Serum
A product is only worth it if you actually use it. I don’t mind splurging when it comes to skincare, especially with active ingredients,...


This Not That: Dibs Beauty Desert Island Duo Blush + Bronzer Stick
Okay, everyone, I have to say this might be the most disappointing influencer-recommended product I've tried so far. A follower asked me...


This Not That: Lululemon Align High-Rise Skirt
I'm heading to Disney this week and decided to order another color of my favorite skirt to help me survive the adventure—four kids under...


This Not That: Charlotte Tilbury Flawless Filter
I know this topic has been thoroughly discussed online, but I feel compelled to share my thoughts, especially since I haven’t seen anyone...


This Not That: Two Faced Better Than Sex Mascara
Truly I have to give credit where credit is due—Two Faced has somehow kept you girls buying this terrible product for over 10 years now....


This Not That: Revisions Brightening Facial Wash
As we’ve established, I’m easily swayed when shopping online, especially by enticing keywords like “brightening” in skincare. When I saw...


This Not That: Free People Inspire Tee
We all appreciate a good intentional dupe, right? Well, I had no idea one of my recent finds was a dupe until I spotted the original in...


This Not That: Tula Eye Balm
My love affair with serum sticks began with Tatcha. I scored a bundle deal last Christmas that included the serum stick and I fell in...


This Not That: Colorescience Total Eye SPF Concealer
Unfortunately, skin cancer runs in my family, and after my mom had her second basal cell carcinoma removed from her eyelid, I made the...
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