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Six Back-to-School Must-Haves Every Tween Needs

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  By: Mauve Juliette van Marle AHHHHH! That was literally the sound of me screaming because school is coming! I’m actually excited to see my friends again, but there’s one tiny problem…I have no idea what I need for school! And I definitely don’t want you to go through the same thing. So, while you’re reading this, grab your notepad because I’m sharing my 6 back-to-school must-haves for tweens! These are the things I think you actually need to have the best school year ever. 1. A Good Back-to-School Backpack Yes, I know a backpack is probably the most obvious thing you need for school. BUT hear me out. Please do NOT get one with like 500 pockets because who actually uses all of those?! At the same time, don’t get a backpack with no water bottle pocket. Trust me, you do NOT want to be carrying your water bottle around all day because it doesn’t fit in your bag. When choosing a back-to-school backpack, I recommend looking for: A laptop or tablet pocket A water bottle pocket A comfort...
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Best Perfumes for Tweens & Teens: My Top 5 Favorite Scents

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  By: Mauve Juliette van Marle Do you ever walk past someone and they smell strangely good? But when you go ask “ what perfume are you wearing ?” and they do not TELL!!! I really don’t like when that happens! So I'm going to fix that. Here are the best perfumes that I definitely recommend: Quick Picks Best sweet scent: Milk Bar Birthday Cake Best everyday scent: Daise Vanilla and Coconut Body Spray Best popular pick: Sol de Janeiro 62 and 68 Best fancy perfume: Ariana Grande Cloud Eau De Parfum Best bold scent: Billie Eilish Perfume 1. Milk Bar Birthday Cake This is THE scent that smells sooooo good it will blow your nose off! This is the best scent for school and other things like that. This perfume will make you go unnoticed in all the halls at places! This is from Bath and Body Works. 2. Daise vanilla and coconut body spray If you love vanilla this is definitely for you!! It smells so good and you will smell like a literal vacation all day. And the best thing is that t...
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Easy Dragon Fruit Mango Summer Drink Recipe (No Added Sugar)

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By: Mauve Juliette van Marle Looking for a refreshing summer drink that is fruity, delicious, and super easy to make? This Dragonfruit Mango Summer Drink is SO good! No more endless trips to Starbucks, you can try this drink instead. It is bright, colourful, naturally sweet from the fruit and mango juice, and perfect for a hot summer day.   The best part is that it isn't too sweet! You can add a little cranberry juice if you want an extra fruity flavour, but it is totally optional. It also looks so pretty and aesthetic if you ask me in a clear glass, especially with the pink dragon fruit and golden mango pieces that top it off. This would be perfect for a summer hangout, or just when you want a fun drink at home! Ingredients Dragonfruit Mango juice Ice Instructions (Makes 2 drinks) 2 cups ice 2 cups mango juice   2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice ¼ cup cranberry juice (optional) ½ cup fresh dragon fruit, cut into small pieces and placed at the bottom   ½ cup fresh mango, c...
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Top 5 artists and groups I can't stop listening to this summer

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By: Mauve Juliette van Marle I LOVE music! I have posters, books, magazines, and so much more featuring my favourite artists, groups, and singers. This month I've been listening to tons of music, so I thought it would be nice to share my top 5 favourite artists and groups that have been on repeat lately. Let's get into it. 1. Olivia Rodrigo When Olivia Rodrigo released her new album, I went straight to Spotify that morning and listened to it right away! I had been counting down the days until it came out, and her new album You Seem Pretty Sad For a Girl So In Love definitely did not disappoint. I instantly fell in love with it! Her lyrics, voice, and music are all amazing, and she's easily been my most-played artist this month. I can't wait to go see her concert not once but TWICE in October! 2. KATSEYE Ever since KATSEYE released their new song "Animal," I've had it on repeat! They also have so many other great songs like "Gabriela," "Touch...
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Curly Hair Wash Routine for Tweens & Teens: Easy Steps for Healthy Curls

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  By: Mauve Juliette van Marle Curly hair is super pretty, but it can also be super hard to take care of! Frizz, tangles, and bedhead can make curly hair feel like a lot of work sometimes. The good news is that having a good curly hair wash day routine can make a big difference! If you're wondering how to take care of curly hair, these easy steps can help keep your curls soft, bouncy, and healthy. 1. Shampoo The first step in any curly hair routine is shampoo. Wet your hair completely, then gently massage a sulfate-free shampoo into your scalp with your fingertips. After that, rinse it all out. When you're choosing a shampoo for curly hair, look for one that's sulfate-free because it's gentler and helps keep your curls from drying out. 2. Condition Next, apply conditioner to the middle and ends of your hair. Use your fingers or a wide tooth comb to gently detangle your curls. Leave the conditioner in for about 3 to 5 minutes before rinsing it out. If you're shopping...
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