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The Journal
Skin, ritual, making, home, and the things that make everyday life feel a little more intentional.


Why Double Cleanse? When It Helps, When to Skip It, and How to Do It Right.
Do you really need to double cleanse? Learn why double cleansing can help remove makeup, sunscreen, and daily buildup, when to do it, and how to keep your skin clean without stripping its natural moisture.
Mimi G
Oct 244 min read


How to Repair Your Skin Barrier: A Simple Routine After 40
Why your skin feels tight and reactive, and the simple routine that helps it hold onto moisture again.
Mimi G
Oct 135 min read


What Is Barrier Repair Cream and Why Your Skin Needs It After 40
Why skin feels drier after 40, and what a barrier repair cream actually does.
Mimi G
Oct 125 min read


A Late-Summer Fruit Galette: A Simple Recipe for Joy
Come into my kitchen with me. This week I’m making a rustic peach and mixed berry galette and talking about why cooking, baking and making things with my hands are all part of how I care for myself.
Mimi G
Sep 103 min read


Build a Skincare Routine for Sensitive Skin
Sensitive skin doesn’t always need more products, sometimes it needs you to stop doing so much. Let’s talk about hydration, your skin barrier, actives, and how to build a simple routine your skin actually likes.
Mimi G
Sep 35 min read
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