TODAY IS WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 15

WHAT TO EXPECT

• stories: azelaic acid ftw, the poncho is a fall favorite, Norwegian 4×4 workout
• listen to this: strange by Celeste
• in collaboration with: Coyuchi
• job seekers: GTM lead, customer success manager, digital marketing director
• extra stories
• recent article: the best body oils of 2025
• quote: on life
• bon voyage: New England, Boston

BEAUTY: AZELAIC ACID FOR YOUR SKIN
Azelaic acid is becoming the skincare “multitasker” since it can help treat acne, rosacea, and hyperpigmentation while staying gentle enough for sensitive skin.
Social media endorsements have made it a super popular ingredient but dermatologists caution that introducing it gradually + pairing it with other actives is what’ll give you the best results without irritation.

FASHION: THE PONCHO IS A FAVORITE FALL LAYER
The poncho is officially fall’s coziest style upgrade—equal parts chic and functional. Whether you’re layering it over jeans or a slip dress, this effortlessly stylish piece is basically a wearable blanket you can take anywhere.

WELLNESS: THE NORWEGIAN 4X4 WORKOUT
The Norwegian 4×4 is a HIIT and a hit! It’s a regimen where you do 4 minutes of an exercise with max effort, 3 minutes of active recovery (repeated 4x), for a total duration of ~40 minutes. It’s known to help improve cardiovascular fitness and VO₂ max (key for endurance and heart health), but keep in mind that it’s better suited for those who workout regularly. If you’re going to try it, introduce it gradually.

This song will definitely have you in your emotions.

“Isn’t it strange how people can change…from strangers to friends, friends into lovers, and strangers again.”

IN COLLABORATION WITH

Since 1991, Coyuchi has been setting the standard for organic bedding and bath—because they believe true luxury should have nothing to hide. Coyuchi set out to create home textiles that are as natural as the landscape around us, crafted with 100% organic fibers and sourced through partners who put the planet first.

And they want you to experience it with their friends + family sale — up to 25% off!

The sale starts tomorrow, 10/16 and ends 10/20 at 11:59pm :
Spend $250, get 15% discount
Spend $600, get 20% discount
Spend $1000, get 25% discount
Free shipping on all orders $250+ 

GTM Lead, STEALTH START UP (remote): Apply if you have 5+ years in business development or enterprise sales — ideally selling to or through national retailers or beauty brands. $125,000–$150,000 USD

Customer Success Manager, ZENDESK (remote): Apply if you have 5+ years of experience in Customer Success, Professional Services, or Technical Account Management in enterprise SaaS, preferably in Contact Center. $109,000-$163,000 USD

Digital Marketing Director, OLIPOP (remote): Apply if you have 8+ years of experience in marketing, and 4-6 years focused on digital marketing, loyalty programs, CRM, and/or customer retention. $150,000-$170,000 USD

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If you're not already obsessed with body oils, you should be. Forget those thick, greasy lotions that never quite absorb. Instead, turn your attention to body oils, the not-so-secret secret to unlocking your softest skin. 

Whether you’re hoping to banish dry patches, fake a post-vacation glow, or just level up your self-care ritual, we’ve rounded up the absolute best body oils.

ON LIFE: Life is a series of natural and spontaneous changes — Anon

Life can truly take a turn whenever it pleases & it may not always feel like it’s in your favor. But it’s going through the journey of ups + downs that gives it, its name.

NEW ENGLAND, BOSTON

EAT: Start your morning at Tatte Bakery & Café, a local favorite for flaky croissants, pistachio lattes, and that quintessential Boston buzz. For dinner, book a table at Ostra, where Mediterranean seafood meets sleek city dining—think oysters, caviar, and candlelight. Craving something more classic? Head to Union Oyster House, the oldest restaurant in America (and JFK’s go-to spot) for a proper New England clam chowder.

STAY: If you’re after chic comfort, The Newbury Boston is your best bet—it overlooks the Public Garden and has that old-money-meets-modern-aesthetic vibe. For something boutique and artsy, check into The Whitney Hotel in Beacon Hill; it’s intimate, design-forward, and perfectly located for exploring Boston’s most picturesque streets.

DO: Walk the Freedom Trail to soak up the city’s rich history (and get your steps in). Then, wander through Beacon Hill, where the cobblestone streets and gas lamps feel straight out of a Nancy Meyers film. Pop by the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum—part art haven, part Venetian daydream. And if you’re visiting in fall, take a day trip to Salem or Cape Ann for peak foliage, coastal charm, and witchy vibes done right.