When it comes to hydrating your skin in the winter, there simply aren’t enough products to add to your daily rotation. There are so many good ones to choose from, like Jennifer Aniston’s fave Tatcha lip mask or BTS’ limited-edition Laneige hydrating treatment. While these ultra nourishing formulas are indeed amazing and worth every penny, you shouldn’t skip out on one simple but effective lip balm that happens to be Hailey Bieber’s all-time fave.

It’s getting cold AF, and I don’t know about you, but I’ve noticed my lips getting drier and drier. Luckily, Mrs. Bieber and I are on the same page about the best lip balm on the market. The A-list model raved about Aquaphor’s Lip Repair Ointment to Glamour, saying that when replenishing skin is the goal, “it just does the job every time.” 

I can personally confirm that this lip balm definitely gets the job done time after time. It’s a go-to product that’ll help your lips through the toughest of times (a.k.a winter). The formula calls on castor seed oil, glycerin, panthenol, shea butter, and other lip-saving ingredients. It’s no wonder why it flaunts a 4.7-star rating on Amazon, with over 20,000 perfect-ratings.

Now that is one impressive resume. If that’s not enough for you, I’m not ashamed to admit that I own 11 tubes of this ointment, including the O.G., SPF, and stick versions. I may have an Aquaphor problem, but my lips are all the better for it. 

And I don’t feel bad about my purchases, because each tube costs just $5 on a normal day. Today, though, is special in that you can get this lip balm on sale for just $3 on Amazon. Soon enough, you’ll be in the same boat as me, hoarding Aquaphor’s Lip Repair Ointment like there’s no tomorrow. 

RELATED: TikTokers Say This $7 Glitter Lipstick Is a Dupe for the Sold-Out Tom Ford $58 Lip Balm 

Photo: Aquaphor.

I’m not being overdramatic when I say that I own 11 Aquaphor Lip Repairs. I need one on me at all times, so I keep tubes in my bag, desk, bathroom, car, and the list goes on. My lips seriously can’t go without it. 

I already mentioned the skincare ingredients that make this formula so beneficial for dry, chapped lips, but the texture is right up there, too. It’s thick, but not so thick that you feel like your lips can’t breathe. It’s also instantly moisturizing, stays on for long periods of time, and doesn’t get all crusty after 10 minutes of wear. 

Photo: Aquaphor.

The best part is that you can go with the original version, or try the same formula just with sun protection, or test the stick format. I recently discovered the stick and have been reaching for that one more often. It’s super easy to apply and feels just like the O.G. edition. I have one in my desk and one in my purse at the moment. Join the club and grab a two-pack of the Lip Repair Stick for 21% off on Amazon. 

There really isn’t some secret, magical ingredient that stands out among the others. Aquaphor uses simple ingredients like vitamins, shea butter, and chamomile essence. There’s no fluff in the tube, as in no fragrance, preservatives, or sparkles. The uncomplicated formula makes the product suitable for even those with sensitive skin.

Over 20,000 Amazon shoppers agree with Bieber and I. 

“This lip repair ointment has worked magic on my very very dry lips,” wrote one five-star reviewer. “I got my first tube three days ago and am so impressed that I just ordered three more tubes. I sure don’t want to run out now that I’ve found something that consistently keeps my lips moist & feeling GOOD!”

Another reviewer tells it like it is: “If you have chapped lips and you use this product, you will no longer have chapped lips. It is that simple.”

It really is that simple, so don’t let your lips dry up and crack any longer. Stock up on Aquaphor’s Lip Repair Ointment for $3 a piece while you can.

When it comes to hydrating your skin in the winter, there simply aren’t enough products to add to your daily rotation. There are so many good ones to choose from, like Jennifer Aniston’s fave Tatcha lip mask or BTS’ limited-edition Laneige hydrating treatment. While these ultra nourishing formulas are indeed amazing and worth every penny, you shouldn’t skip out on one simple but effective lip balm that happens to be Hailey Bieber’s all-time fave.

It’s getting cold AF, and I don’t know about you, but I’ve noticed my lips getting drier and drier. Luckily, Mrs. Bieber and I are on the same page about the best lip balm on the market. The A-list model raved about Aquaphor’s Lip Repair Ointment to Glamour, saying that when replenishing skin is the goal, “it just does the job every time.” 

I can personally confirm that this lip balm definitely gets the job done time after time. It’s a go-to product that’ll help your lips through the toughest of times (a.k.a winter). The formula calls on castor seed oil, glycerin, panthenol, shea butter, and other lip-saving ingredients. It’s no wonder why it flaunts a 4.7-star rating on Amazon, with over 20,000 perfect-ratings.

Now that is one impressive resume. If that’s not enough for you, I’m not ashamed to admit that I own 11 tubes of this ointment, including the O.G., SPF, and stick versions. I may have an Aquaphor problem, but my lips are all the better for it. 

And I don’t feel bad about my purchases, because each tube costs just $5 on a normal day. Today, though, is special in that you can get this lip balm on sale for just $3 on Amazon. Soon enough, you’ll be in the same boat as me, hoarding Aquaphor’s Lip Repair Ointment like there’s no tomorrow. 

RELATED: TikTokers Say This $7 Glitter Lipstick Is a Dupe for the Sold-Out Tom Ford $58 Lip Balm 

Photo: Aquaphor.

I’m not being overdramatic when I say that I own 11 Aquaphor Lip Repairs. I need one on me at all times, so I keep tubes in my bag, desk, bathroom, car, and the list goes on. My lips seriously can’t go without it. 

I already mentioned the skincare ingredients that make this formula so beneficial for dry, chapped lips, but the texture is right up there, too. It’s thick, but not so thick that you feel like your lips can’t breathe. It’s also instantly moisturizing, stays on for long periods of time, and doesn’t get all crusty after 10 minutes of wear. 

Photo: Aquaphor.

The best part is that you can go with the original version, or try the same formula just with sun protection, or test the stick format. I recently discovered the stick and have been reaching for that one more often. It’s super easy to apply and feels just like the O.G. edition. I have one in my desk and one in my purse at the moment. Join the club and grab a two-pack of the Lip Repair Stick for 21% off on Amazon. 

There really isn’t some secret, magical ingredient that stands out among the others. Aquaphor uses simple ingredients like vitamins, shea butter, and chamomile essence. There’s no fluff in the tube, as in no fragrance, preservatives, or sparkles. The uncomplicated formula makes the product suitable for even those with sensitive skin.

Over 20,000 Amazon shoppers agree with Bieber and I. 

“This lip repair ointment has worked magic on my very very dry lips,” wrote one five-star reviewer. “I got my first tube three days ago and am so impressed that I just ordered three more tubes. I sure don’t want to run out now that I’ve found something that consistently keeps my lips moist & feeling GOOD!”

Another reviewer tells it like it is: “If you have chapped lips and you use this product, you will no longer have chapped lips. It is that simple.”

It really is that simple, so don’t let your lips dry up and crack any longer. Stock up on Aquaphor’s Lip Repair Ointment for $3 a piece while you can.

When it comes to hydrating your skin in the winter, there simply aren’t enough products to add to your daily rotation. There are so many good ones to choose from, like Jennifer Aniston’s fave Tatcha lip mask or BTS’ limited-edition Laneige hydrating treatment. While these ultra nourishing formulas are indeed amazing and worth every penny, you shouldn’t skip out on one simple but effective lip balm that happens to be Hailey Bieber’s all-time fave.

It’s getting cold AF, and I don’t know about you, but I’ve noticed my lips getting drier and drier. Luckily, Mrs. Bieber and I are on the same page about the best lip balm on the market. The A-list model raved about Aquaphor’s Lip Repair Ointment to Glamour, saying that when replenishing skin is the goal, “it just does the job every time.” 

I can personally confirm that this lip balm definitely gets the job done time after time. It’s a go-to product that’ll help your lips through the toughest of times (a.k.a winter). The formula calls on castor seed oil, glycerin, panthenol, shea butter, and other lip-saving ingredients. It’s no wonder why it flaunts a 4.7-star rating on Amazon, with over 20,000 perfect-ratings.

Now that is one impressive resume. If that’s not enough for you, I’m not ashamed to admit that I own 11 tubes of this ointment, including the O.G., SPF, and stick versions. I may have an Aquaphor problem, but my lips are all the better for it. 

And I don’t feel bad about my purchases, because each tube costs just $5 on a normal day. Today, though, is special in that you can get this lip balm on sale for just $3 on Amazon. Soon enough, you’ll be in the same boat as me, hoarding Aquaphor’s Lip Repair Ointment like there’s no tomorrow. 

RELATED: TikTokers Say This $7 Glitter Lipstick Is a Dupe for the Sold-Out Tom Ford $58 Lip Balm 

Photo: Aquaphor.

I’m not being overdramatic when I say that I own 11 Aquaphor Lip Repairs. I need one on me at all times, so I keep tubes in my bag, desk, bathroom, car, and the list goes on. My lips seriously can’t go without it. 

I already mentioned the skincare ingredients that make this formula so beneficial for dry, chapped lips, but the texture is right up there, too. It’s thick, but not so thick that you feel like your lips can’t breathe. It’s also instantly moisturizing, stays on for long periods of time, and doesn’t get all crusty after 10 minutes of wear. 

Photo: Aquaphor.

The best part is that you can go with the original version, or try the same formula just with sun protection, or test the stick format. I recently discovered the stick and have been reaching for that one more often. It’s super easy to apply and feels just like the O.G. edition. I have one in my desk and one in my purse at the moment. Join the club and grab a two-pack of the Lip Repair Stick for 21% off on Amazon. 

There really isn’t some secret, magical ingredient that stands out among the others. Aquaphor uses simple ingredients like vitamins, shea butter, and chamomile essence. There’s no fluff in the tube, as in no fragrance, preservatives, or sparkles. The uncomplicated formula makes the product suitable for even those with sensitive skin.

Over 20,000 Amazon shoppers agree with Bieber and I. 

“This lip repair ointment has worked magic on my very very dry lips,” wrote one five-star reviewer. “I got my first tube three days ago and am so impressed that I just ordered three more tubes. I sure don’t want to run out now that I’ve found something that consistently keeps my lips moist & feeling GOOD!”

Another reviewer tells it like it is: “If you have chapped lips and you use this product, you will no longer have chapped lips. It is that simple.”

It really is that simple, so don’t let your lips dry up and crack any longer. Stock up on Aquaphor’s Lip Repair Ointment for $3 a piece while you can.

Madison LeCroy’s Navy Aztec Print Cardigan

Southern Charm 2021 Instagram Fashion

As if looking at the mountains wasn’t amazing enough, there’s Madison LeCroy’s fiancé navy aztec print cardigan. I love this style with the aztec print. It’s perfect for bundling up in the cold, but yet still look fab. Sometimes these types of cardigan can be pretty $$$. But we have a view that may even beat the mountains AND Madison’s fiancé. It’s the very affordable Style Stealers below (one of which is loved by BBH’s Lauren from her Amazon Live)!

Sincerely Stylish,

Jess

Click Here to Shop Her Faherty x B Yellowtail Lodge Cardigan

Photo Credit: @madison.lecroy

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The Christmas displays go up, holiday music fills the air. It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas, everywhere you go. Except at your house. Because when you’re grieving, the holidays can hurt.

The first year I was widowed, no one got ANYTHING from me. (Or, you might find yourself buying every tacky Christmas gift in sight.) The second year I made up for my previous lack of gift-giving and slapped plastic like mad!)

It’s not unusual to find that purchases temporarily take the sting of grief away. New things can make you feel new again, for a little while at least.

Why Is It Difficult to Celebrate After a Loss?

When you’re grieving, it’s hard to celebrate. This is largely due to your memories of holidays in the years gone by. Like the Ghost of Christmas Past in Dicken’s A Christmas Carol, memories are always there to remind you that things are not the same. They will never be the same. This is often hard to accept.

Your Brain Remembers What “Used to Be”

Your mind is great at reminding you of what used to be. But you may find that old rituals are too painful to repeat now. This is especially true when you are grieving your partner.

The patterned behaviors and holiday traditions you developed over time as a couple have been torn apart. Celebrating the holidays without your partner is a little like trying to assemble a jigsaw puzzle with half the pieces missing.

You See Others Celebrating but You Feel Invisible

That’s the other hard part. The first week you get cards and calls and casseroles. Then people get back to their busy lives and forget about you. They don’t mean to ignore you, but they don’t quite know what to do with you either. When this happens, it feels like you’re wearing an invisibility cloak.

See also: Why Is Grief Counseling Important?

What Can Make Celebrating Easier?

It’s not impossible to enjoy the holidays when you’re grieving. Realistically speaking, life is never all good or all bad. Even when you’re grieving, it’s totally possible to have happy moments. In fact, it’s really important that you do!

What you’ll want now is a plan for

#1 How you’ll celebrate, and

#2 Who you will celebrate with.

Once you decide on these, you can actively create joyful holiday moments even while you’re in mourning.

Honor Yourself and Your Grief

You’ll need to make a plan to honor your grief. Why? Because when you honor your grief, using a grief container, it is less likely to ambush you when you’re out in public or at family gatherings.

I can’t emphasize this enough: Set a time to release your emotion in the morning and then set a time that night to honor your grief.

Discharging the pain of your emotions in private lets you begin activities with others when you’re feeling emotionally neutral. Then, if something happens during the day to trigger your grief, you’ll know you have a plan.

You’ll be able to remind yourself that you I don’t need to react to the feeling right away. You can do it later, when you’re alone. And then keep that date with yourself. Once your grief is triggered, you must release it. Trust me, this is a very powerful practice.

Get Out Your Calendar

You’ll want to circle those tricky dates that are thick with emotion. For instance, our wedding anniversary was the week before Thanksgiving, and my husband’s first stroke happened on New Year. So, on my calendar, I circle those, as well as Christmas Eve and the other holidays.

These are the dates you’ll want to be very deliberate about beginning and ending the day with private grief work.

Make a List of the Circled Days

Take a sheet of paper and divide it into two columns. On the left, you’ll list the date and occasion. On the right, you’ll write down what you’d like to do on that day and who you would like to celebrate with.

For instance, if you have grandchildren, make cookies for them. If circumstances permit, perhaps you could do this together.

Or, if you’d like to be with a friend or family member for the holiday, call them and make a plan. There’s nothing worse than waiting for an invitation when you’re grieving. Be proactive.

A Plan Keeps You Sane

Acknowledge that the holidays will be challenging this year. But decide that you are entitled to happiness no matter what! Setting happiness as an intention will help ensure that happiness occurs.

Now that you know how to make a plan, use it to give yourself what you need. Especially consider things you’ve always meant or wanted to do, but haven’t. (Like building a gingerbread house or watching The Nutcracker.)

Are you mourning the loss of a loved one this year? Have you got a plan how to spend the holidays? What new ways of celebrating the holidays would bring you joy? Please share in the comments below, and let’s have a conversation.