TODAY IS FRIDAY, AUGUST 22
WHAT TO EXPECT
• stories: fake deadline hack, why your skin needs this ingredient, work life balance
• in collaboration with: Quay
• this week’s watch: My Oxford Year
• extra stories
• recent articles: manicure ideas based on your zodiac sign
• weekly favorites: Jewlr
• quote on: hesitation
LIFESTYLE: THE FAKE DEADLINE HACK
TikTok is buzzing with a new trick to get things done, where you set a made-up due date to trick yourself into getting things done. It creates a sense of urgency, helping procrastinators stay on track + finish tasks without the stress of missing a real deadline. It’s surprisingly effective to get your to-do list to start shrinking, especially if you break the tasks down into smaller chunks.
BEAUTY: WHY YOUR SKINCARE ROUTINE NEEDS A HYPOCHLOROUS SPRAY
Hypochlorous acid sprays are the gentle, do-it-all mists derms love for calming irritation, easing redness, and keeping breakouts in check—basically a skin-friendly way to cleanse and soothe without wrecking your barrier. Your body actually makes HOCl to fight germs, and at low concentrations (about 0.01–0.02%) these sprays mimic that response, which is why they’re often safe for acne-prone, post-procedure, even rosacea-prone skin. Spritz after workouts or whenever you’re inflamed for a quick reset and clearer, calmer skin. If you’re going to try it, this one is the one to get. PS — this is not for use on freshly cleansed skin!
WORK LIFE: YOU CAN FIT IN A WORKOUT + NETFLIX WITHOUT SACRIFICING
At a recent W+G TALKS panel, a few powerhouse women spilled their best tips for juggling career, workouts, and Netflix without losing your sanity. They state how important it is to bring your whole self to work, to truly focus on quality over hours, so whether you’re there for 2 or 6 hours, it’s your output quality that counts. They also emphasize to make sleep + self-care non-negotiable—because thriving in life starts with thriving in your own skin.
IN COLLABORATION WITH
Quay’s Labor Day Buy One, Get One Free is on today, which means it’s the perfect time to build a two-pair rotation (one for every day, one for drama…or one for your bestie).
Our fave styles: Felt Cute, Vibe Check, Hyped Up
PS: Sale ends 9/3—then it’s full price and full regret.
Consider this your study-abroad rom-com—with a twist. Sofia Carson plays Anna, an American grad who lands at Oxford to study Victorian poetry and collides (literally) with Jamie (Corey Mylchreest), the charming tutor she can’t stop sparring with. What starts as flirty banter turns into big feelings and bigger choices about love, ambition, and the time we’re given.
File under: cozy libraries, crisp blazers, slow-burn chemistry—and yes, bring tissues.
👟 a no shoe policy in-office… where do we sign up?
✨ the acne hack of a lifetime which works in just 10 weeks
👩🏻🍼 Millie Bobby Brown has adopted a baby girl
🩸 period underwear doesn’t have to be uncomfortable
🧴 k-beauty products can transform your skin
Just like our zodiac signs, our manicures are also a great reflection of our personalities and moods. What better way to combine the two, then to showcase your zodiac sign with your nails? Represent your star sign with pride, by taking inspiration from these fun and creative nail designs.
PIECES FROM JEWLR
ON HESITATION: “All you will regret is not raching harder fro the things you actually wanted, while they were still in front of you.” — Brianna Wiest
You skip asking for the promotion, don’t apply to the dream program before the deadline, or never tell someone you care—and when the role’s filled, the cohort’s closed, or they’ve moved on, the sting isn’t failure, it’s not trying.
