Let’s be real for a moment:
Have you ever met someone who smells so effortlessly fresh all day that it feels like they’ve unlocked a secret to life?
Like, is there a hidden “smell-good handbook” that you somehow missed?
Well, you’re in luck.
Cuz I’m here to be your bestie and spill the secrets to a self care routine I’ve been gatekeepin’ (ugh, sorry again, I know. But I have my reason, and that’ll be in the “I Need To Confess sth…” section 🥹).
But trust me, this is gonna change EVERYTHING.
Let this post serve as your personal handbook! 🫶
🫶 Kay, Let Me Start By Saying...
If you’re not showering AT LEAST… every 2 days,
We need to talk. 👁️👄👁️
I know, I know, sometimes,
Life gets crazy,
Dry shampoo becomes your BFF,
And suddenly that "quick rinse" turns into a three-day saga.
But trust me.
Staying fresh starts with actually washing up!
To be honest, tho, it kinda depends.
Like, how much are you sweating during the day?
And do you struggle with body odor in general?
Whether you’re couch-surfing or crushing workouts.
Look, I’m not here to judge,
But if you’re sweating like a gym sock in July or your body odor could knock out a zombie?
Shower DAILY. 🫶
👏 Repeat After Me: “Hands are NOT Enough!”
Well, Are you still scrubbing your body with just your palms?
Drop everything and go grab a loofah ASAP!
I swear it’ll change your shower game forever.
Why?
It gets into every nook and cranny.
Scrubbing away dirt, sweat, and all that gross stuff your hands just miss.
Plus, the gentle exfoliation kicks dead skin cells to the curb.
Honestly, if I’m traveling and forget my loofah?
Showering with just my hands feels pointless. 🙂
I step out like,
“Did I even wash?”
So hands alone?
Nope.
That *squeaky-clean* vibe only happens with a good scrub!
It’s that much of a game-changer!
So, pleaseee,
Whether it’s a basic loofah, a silicone scrubber, or one of those African net thingies (my absolute fav 🙏)—go grab one. Right. Now.
(I’ll wait… 💅)
✨ So... Here’s My Secret Sauce To Smelling Amazing All Day:
✨ Cohesive Scents! ✨
Wait, hear me out.
It’s not just about splurging on fancy perfume!
The real magic?
Start with your body wash!
Then, keep the rest of your scents consistent (like lotion, and perfume, etc.)
This way, everything will just vibe together instead of fighting like a bunch of random candles.
And you get this ~luxe layered scent~ that sticks around way longer. ✅
Personally, I’m obsessed with creamy, buttery scents that have a little sweetness to them.
That’s why I swear by this lemon cream body wash as my base.
It’s my ride-or-die, y’all. 🥰
You know how most “natural” body washes smell like… AIR?
(Yep! They barely even smell like anything. 🥲)
Trust me, it’s the move.
It actually gives my perfume something to cling to. ✅
Hot tip:
Stick to the same scent family.
(Floral, woody, citrus—you do you. 😘)
It’s chef’s kiss for a polished, long-lasting vibe.
❗️ Hot Take: Two Spots You’re Definitely Forgetting To Wash
#1: Your belly button (yes, really)
That lil’ pocket collects dirt, dead skin, and mystery crumbs (like, how?! 🤢).
Yep! It’s a dirt magnet.
Plus, it’s like a a secret tunnel straight to your gut.
So, you skip cleaning it?
Say hello to funky smells and weird bumps.
Easy fix: A quick swipe with soap will nuke that bacteria party.
Promise.
#2: Behind your ears
That’s not just earring real estate!
Oils, dirt, and that leftover dry shampoo loveee to party back there.
Yet we all pretend it’s not part of shower time? 🚿
Do yourself a favor: don’t skip it!
Scrub it or you’ll end up smelling like a locker room.
👋 Bye-Bye, Body Bumps!
Ugh, do you ever deal with those annoying body bumps or rough texture, especially on your back?
It’s like the skin turned into a LEGO brick—so bumpy!
Girl, let me tell you:
This FIRST AID BEAUTY Bump Eraser will seriously be your holy grail.
It’s like magic for gently scrubbing away those stubborn spots, leaving your skin so smooth you’ll wanna touch it all day.
Yeah, I used to have the same problem.
My back was always a mess, and I tried everything until I found this stuff.
Trust me, the silky skin you’re dreaming of?
It’s literally one exfoliating session away. 🙏
Just toss this into your self care lineup, and you’re golden.
I swear by this stuff!
🧽 Speaking of Exfoliation,
Body scrubs?
Game-changer! 🙌
Like, using one instead of just body wash makes you smell way better, because:
They zap dead skin that traps stink.
They help your perfume/clone/whatever stick better to your actual skin, not just sit on top.
Honestly,
The TREE HUT Vitamin C Shea Sugar Scrub is 👏 SO 👏 BOMB.
I can’t even explain how good it is.
Yeah, the ingredients aren’t top-tier, but I swear, nothing else makes scents last this long!
Like, girl, it’s like a perfume but way cheaper.
Trust me, you’ll wanna bathe in this stuff.
Here’s the magic:
Using a scrub 2-3x a week sounds tiny, but then your skin will feel silky.
PROMISE.
And your scent?
It’ll cling like it’s scared to let go.
Five minutes in the shower = freshness that lasts 🌻 ALL. DANG. DAY. 🌻
💅 You Thought I Was Gonna Give You Shaving Tips, Huh?
Nah, shaving literally has NOTHING TO DO with being hygienic. 🙂↔️
Let’s end this myth right here, right now.
I mean, you could let your armpit hair grow down to the damn floor, and still be way more hygienic than someone with the baldest armpits.
The key?
👏 WASH 👏 YOUR 👏 HAIR 👏 PROPERLY.
Sweat + bacteria = stank.
Scrub those pits like they owe you money.
❗️ The SECOND I Step Out of The Shower,
I IMMEDIATELY grab a Q-tip for my ears.
Well, I just can’t stand that soggy ear feeling.
The dampness haunts me!
But here’s the kicker—don’t just swipe the inside.
Those sneaky outer ear crevices that you forget exist?
Girl, the gunk builds up there is 🤢.
So make sure to really get into those little nooks and crannies!
Trust me, you’ll be shocked (and low-key disgusted) at what comes off.
IYKYK: Wet ears are THE devil.
Then, I dab glycolid acid on my armpits and bikini line.
Why? Bacteria hate it. I love it. (And you will too 😉)
It really is my secret weapon, y’all:
It cuts down on underarm funk (it’s bacteria, not sweat!)
No more angry ingrown hairs
Skin feels like a baby dolphin
Just dab a little on your pits and bikini line. Thank me later. 😘
🥲 You Know What’s Wild?
Sometimes, body odor isn’t even your fault!
I just learned that body odor—especially from underarms—isn’t actually about how much you sweat.
It’s caused by all the BACTERIA!
And it makes total sense.
Cuz sometimes when I try on a new shirt without washing it first, my armpits suddenly smell like a dumpster fire.
And nope! Not my usual stink!
Turns out, that’s SOMEONE ELSE’s bacteria hitchhiking onto the fabric, and then onto me.
So that funky smell?
THEIR germs, not mine! 🤮😭
Here’s the kicker:
If you’re just slapping on deodorant to cover smells,
Girl, pls STOP! ✋
You’re basically giving those bacteria a free ride onto the deodorant stick.
Then next time you apply it?
Boom—they jump back on your skin, throwing a rave.
It’s like a gross game of tag you didn’t agree to play!
Moral of the story?
Wash new clothes first.
And maybe grab an antiperspirant that actually kills bacteria.
😔 Okay, I Need To Confess Something I’ve Literally Never Shared Online… And I’m Low-Key Terrified.
So… I have hyperhidrosis. 👀
Yep, the sweaty struggle.
I’ve never posted about this before because… well, I got bullied hard for it growing up.
Still kinda scared to hit “post,” NGL.
For anyone who’s like, “Huh?”
Hyperhidrosis means your body sweats wayyy more than normal, but only in specific spots.
For me, it’s my hands (so when someone goes to shake 🤝 my hand, I’m like bruh 👊!) and my underarms, which basically turn into a bacteria rave zone.
And because sweat + bacteria = disaster, I’ve tried every deodorant under the sun.
Spoiler: Most deodorants fail me!
Scent? Gone by noon.
Sweat stains? Ugh. 😒
I’ve stuck to natural stuff because aluminum in regular deos messes with hormones.
But girl, hear me out.
Natural deodorants just don’t cut it for us heavy sweaters!
Until I found these Sol de Janeiro ones!
They’re not fully natural, but they’re aluminum-free. (Big win, cuz again, aluminum messes with hormones)
And, they actually work… Like HOLY GRAIL STATUS!
Also, they smell so bomb—like actual perfume, not that “hi I’m deodorant” vibe. 🥲
IYKYK: Normal deodorants always reek like a middle school locker room.
Finding a deo that works?
It’s like winning the lottery after years of throwing cash at garbage!
Never thought I’d rave about a deo, but here I am. ✨😌
Do Your Body Creams Vanish Into Your Skin Like They’re Running From The Cops? 😂
Girl, same.
Here’s a game-changer:
Swap your lotion for shea butter!
It’s way thicker, so it actually STICKS around longer, which means:
Locks in moisture for HOURS
Keeps skin hydrated way longer
Makes your perfume STICK
And girl, this Fenty Skin one?
Hands-down my holy grail. 🙌
The first time I used it, I was NOT ready for the compliments!
People kept asking why I smelled so good and why my skin was literally ✨glowing✨.
The subtle sparkles don’t quit either—they stay put until my next shower (which is… only the next day 😜… but still!)
IDK why... but y'all have been sleeping on this step!
The right moisturizer isn’t just hydration.
It’s the VIP pass for your perfume to slay all day.
Alright, This Is The Part You’ve Actually Been Waiting For:
✨ It’s Perfume Time! 🌸
Well, I’m kinda a perfume connoisseur as some may say. 😌
When I say Arabic perfumes are unbeatable,
I’m not even exaggerating!
Especially the oil-based ones—they’re insane because:
They cling to your skin like... FOREVER
Way stronger than basic sprays
Have this rich, spicy depth you won’t find anywhere else.
But here’s a little hack for regular perfume to make it stick around:
Vaseline = game-changer.
Slap a thin layer of Vaseline on your skin before you spritz.
It gives the scent something to cling to (like a magnet for smells!), so it’ll stick around all damn day. ✅
Girl, pls don’t skip this step.
Because WDYM your fave perfume ghosted you by noon?! 😭
Just screenshot this, text it to yourself, carve it into your soul, or whatever.
Just don’t forget it.
If you’re still spaying regular perfume in your hair and wondering why it’s so dry?
Girl, I’ve got your answer.
There are alcohol-free perfumes made specifically for hair that won’t dry out your hair.
My absolute faves?
Gisou and Sol de Janeiro '68! 🥰
The Gisou smells like a tiny bee’s entire journey 🐝 – picture her collecting nectar from peonies, then buzzing home to make the sweetest honey. 🍯
Again, specifically the oil ones!
✔️ They just last so much longer on your skin,
✔️ And smell so much stronger than regular perfumes!
The Sol de Janeiro (specifically the ’68) is like I’m frolicking through a vanilla garden in Brazil… with a caipirinha in hand, obviously. 🍹
Oh, and my new obsession?
SO. GOOD.
It’s like if your Nona (you know, that chic Italian grandma) had a garden bursting with grapefruits and roses. 🌹
But—key detail—the Nona OWNS the garden.
She’s in
Oh, and I’ve also made this super easy guide on how to make your hair and scalp smell good all day right here 👉.
Peek if you wanna try it! 🫶
**FYI—** Don’t judge me, but...
I’m over here sniffing these perfume bottles like a maniac, while describing this whole perfume section. 😆
But let’s talk KILIAN’s Good Girl Gone Bad.
This thing is strong!
I swear I could smell this b*tch from a mile away, like OMG. 😳
It’s like that first time you smelled ocean air as a kid:
Salty air,
Sunscreen,
And mermaid-in-a-bottle vibes.
Funny story:
Every time I walk past the Bikini Village, this exact scent hits me, and I’m like,…
I wanna shove it in my nostrils and keep it there, inject it into my soul, or sth. 😂
So that’s why I actually bought the KILIAN Good Girl Gone Bad Perfume—it’s the closest thing I could find to that smell. 🥰
Hey, you know how we’re always on the hunt for that ONE thing that just works?
Like:
The perfect jeans,
The lipstick that doesn’t budge,
Or that mascara that actually makes people ask if you’re wearing falsies?
Okay, so I found the perfume version of that: CHANEL Coco Mademoiselle Eau de Parfum Spray.
Girl. Hear me out.
First off, it’s Chanel—so you know it’s got that timeless, classy vibe.
But it’s not like, old-lady fancy!
It’s fresh, kinda warm, and just… effortless.
I swear, every time I wear it, someone asks what it is.
Strangers, coworkers, that judgy aunt at family dinners—EVERYONE.
It’s not too sweet, not too floral, not too… perfumey.
Just this clean, sophisticated scent that sticks around all day.
Like, spray it in the morning and you’ll still catch whiffs of it at happy hour.
(But still, don’t forget to apply the vaseline hack I told ya earlier!)
And it’s weirdly versatile?
Daytime errands,
Date night,
Even Zoom meetings where you wanna feel like a boss.
Works for all of it.
Oh, and it’s one of those fragrances that people remember.
My friend wore it to her wedding, and now every time I smell it, I think of her dancing in her gown. 🥰
It’s that kind of signature scent!
Subtle enough to wear daily but still makes a statement.
Next time we’re near a counter, let’s spritz it. (A little goes a long way)
Worst case, you steal a sample and smell fancy for a day.
Best case? You join the cult. 😉
❓ You Might Be Thinking, “Do I Really Need All This?”
Trust me, these aren’t just random beauty hacks!
This is the stuff that actually makes you feel like a human glow-up 👏 EVERY 👏 SINGLE 👏 DAY.
When you smell like sunshine (even on a Monday), you carry yourself differently.
And that confidence?
Girl, it spills into everything you do!
Here’s the secret every hottie knows, but they just gatekeep:
Staying fresh isn’t about that one fancy spray or trick.
It’s about layering your routine like a pro.
Think of it as a skincare routine… but for your whole vibe.
🫶 And Hey, If You’ve Been Battling Midday Funk?
No shame.
Nobody ever taught us this stuff!
The beauty world’s too busy hyping ~miracle products~ to explain how to mix ’em like a cocktail.
But guess what?
You’re already winning.
I mean, you’re here, right?
Now it’s just about sticking with it.
💖 Your Self Care Journey Doesn't End Here.
Smelling like a dream is cool, but the real magic?
It’s how it makes you feel.
Self-care isn’t bubble baths and candles (though yes, please 🥰).
It’s treating your body like it’s your favorite person.
“Taking care of yourself isn’t vanity—it’s survival mode. This bod’s your forever home, after all.”
“Your signature scent? It’s the one your skin makes when you actually listen to it.”
🥰 I'd Love To Hear From You.
What’s your ride-or-die product that instantly lifts your mood?
What’s your weirdest life-changing hack?
Drop it below! 👇 Let’s swap secrets!
Save this post and send it to your squad—we all need reminders to prioritize ourselves.
Team #FeelGoodSmellGood, unite! 💕
PS:
Some days, “self care” is dry shampoo and mascara.
That’s still a gold star.
Progress > perfection, always.
PPS:
Your routine isn’t selfish—it’s armor.
The kind that makes you walk into rooms like you OWN ’em! 🫶
