Mauve Juliette

  By Mauve Juliette van Marle Ever spend forever doing your hair only for it to look like you just rolled out of bed? Trust me, I've been there! I've had plenty of good hair days, bad hair days, and everything in between. After lots of trial and error, I've learned what actually works. If you're a tween with straight or wavy hair, this simple wash day routine can help keep your hair healthy, shiny, and easy to manage. Let's get started! 1. Shampoo: Focus on Your Scalp First things first: shampoo is for your scalp, not your hair lengths! Pour about two quarter-sized amounts of shampoo into your hands and gently massage it into your scalp using your fingertips. This helps remove oil, sweat, and product buildup. Use lukewarm water and make sure you rinse thoroughly. Tween-Friendly Pick: Aveeno Kids Shampoo is a great option because it's gentle, safe, and leaves hair feeling clean without any harsh chemicals. 2. Conditioner: Keep It on the Ends Conditioner helps k...

  By Mauve Juliette van Marle Looking for an easy banana chocolate chip muffin recipe that's soft, fluffy, and actually tastes good? You've come to the right place! I've tried so many muffin recipes over the years, some with bananas, some without and I always seem to run into the same problem. They're either too plain, way too sweet, or really dry. One rainy day, I was in the mood to bake and decided to experiment with baking. Voila! These easy banana chocolate chip muffins quickly became one of my favourites and my family. Even if you're not usually a fan of banana desserts, this recipe might surprise you. The bananas keep the muffins moist, while the chocolate chips add just the right amount of sweetness. I made mine in mini muffin form, making them perfect for school lunches, after-school snacks, or a quick treat for my swim races. Please, add this to your recipe collection: Ingredients 1½ cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking soda ½ teaspoon salt ¾ cup granul...

By Mauve Juliette van Marle Summer is loading! Everyone loves summer: pool parties, endless days in the sun, beach trips, and vacations. It's one of the best times of the year. But you know the last thing you want to get? A sunburn. Sunburns sting, burn, peel, and can make your whole summer feel ruined. The good news? They're mostly preventable. One word: sunscreen. Wearing sunscreen every day helps protect your skin from harmful UV rays that can cause sunburn, aging, and skin damage. But when you walk into a store or scroll through Sephora, there are so many options. Which sunscreen actually works? Which ones are worth your money? I've tested quite a few, and these are my top sunscreen picks for tweens and teens. Blue Lizard Sensitive SPF 50+ My number one pick is Blue Lizard . This sunscreen feels lighter than many mineral sunscreens and provides really great protection. One thing I especially like is that it doesn't run into your eyes easily, which is great for swimm...

  By Mauve Juliette van Marle Everywhere people go, there is one beauty item that somehow always ends up in their bag. I'll give you three hints: It's for your lips. It's super shiny. It usually comes in pink, red, nude, or purple shades. If you couldn't tell by the title already, it's lip gloss! To be honest, you kinda can’t go wrong with lip gloss. It has lots of different brands to choose from, so everyone can be included. Like more inclusive than your ex best friend! But which to choose from? Sometimes the big variety can be overwhelming. The shades? The brand? The texture? It all feels like too much!   Honestly, it's hard to go wrong with a good lip gloss. There are so many brands, shades, and formulas available that everyone can find something they love. Whether you're into a natural look or a glossy glam moment, there's a lip gloss out there for you. But here's the problem: there are A LOT of lip glosses out there. I searched lip gloss on Sep...