💌 bandage dresses are back, a book on getting started on your idea, caprese salad recipe

TODAY IS THURSDAY, JUNE 19

WHAT TO EXPECT

• stories: is this tiktok beauty trend safe?, Gen Z is bringing back the bandage dress, beware of your olive oil
• this week’s read: Tribes by Seth Godin
• recent articles: these repair masks will give you luscious Summer locks
• quote: on happiness
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• recipes to try: classic caprese salad
• ICYMI

BEAUTY: TIKTOK IS BLOWING THIS TREND UP BUT IS IT SAFE?
A viral TikTok trend has emerged where people are using Sharpie as lip liner (yes, that sharpie) for true long-lasting results. Influencers are praising the staying power + vivid color, but medical experts strongly advise against it. Toxicologists and dermatologists warn that although Sharpies are labeled non-toxic for general use, they aren't meant for skin or areas near the mouth, and repeated use could cause allergic reactions, irritation, and unintentional ingestion of chemicals. Additionally, the ink may be difficult to remove and can dry out or damage the delicate skin on the lips permanently.

FASHION: GEN Z IS BRINGING BACK THE BANDAGE DRESS
The bandage dress—a body-hugging style made famous by Hervé Léger in the ’90s and beloved by supermodels, pop stars, and party girls alike—is officially back. Once a staple on red carpets and in nightclubs, it's now being rediscovered by Gen Z, thanks in large part to TikTok’s nostalgic fashion wave. From Kaia Gerber channeling her mom’s iconic ’90s look to Hailey Bieber and Suki Waterhouse bringing the style into 2024, the bandage dress is having a modern revival with an inclusive twist. Creative director Michelle Ochs is reshaping its legacy by making it feel fresh, empowering, and wearable for every body. Whether you're revisiting it or trying it for the first time, there's no denying: the bandage dress is back—and it’s making a statement.

LIFESTYLE: PAY CLOSE ATTENTION TO YOUR OLIVE OIL
Olive oil is known to have quite a wide range of health benefits, including heart, brain, and gut health, which is why so many of us love it. Even small changes—like replacing butter or margarine with olive oil—can lead to major health improvements, but, not all olive oils are created equal! Did you know that many store-bought versions may be diluted, poorly stored, or contaminated (with other inflammatory oils)? This completely reduces their health benefits & changes your body’s absorption patterns. To get the most from olive oil, it’s recommended that you check for a recent harvest date, buy from trusted producers, and avoiding extremely cheap products labeled “extra virgin.” 2 pro tips: make sure that the olives are harvested from one area altogether + any good quality brand will be kept in a dark glass bottle, away from heat and light.

If you’ve ever felt the pull to start something—an idea, a movement, a community—but weren’t sure how to begin, Tribes is the nudge you need. In this bestselling book, Seth Godin breaks down how everyday people (yes, even the quiet ones) can become leaders by doing one simple thing: bringing others together around a shared belief or purpose. He shows how the internet has made it easier than ever to connect with people who care about the same things you do—and how powerful it can be when you decide to lead them.

ON HAPPINESS: Very little is needed to make a happy life; it is all within yourself, in your way of thinking. — MARCUS AURELIUS

Happiness doesn’t come from having more things—it comes from how we choose to see the world. You can have a peaceful, joyful life just by shifting your mindset and appreciating what you already have. It’s not about chasing more, but about finding contentment from within.

1. Quince — wide leg jumpsuit

2. Mango — shoulder bag

3. Mejuri — pearl bracelet

4. TKEES — square toe sandals

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