Hey, I’m Vivian and Welcome to My DIY Beauty World
If you had opened my bathroom drawer five years ago, you’d have found a total mess. Half-used serums, overpriced creams, and way too many lip balms I kept misplacing.
My skin was irritated and my hair was constantly dry. Honestly, I felt like I was always guessing what might work.
Then one night, out of total frustration, I mashed up a banana with some honey and slapped it on my hair. Was it messy? Absolutely.
But the next morning, my hair felt softer than it had in months. That was the first time I realized: maybe the answer isn’t in fancy bottles. Maybe it’s been in my kitchen this whole time.
That was the beginning of something new, something real. I stopped chasing trends and started listening to what my body needed.
How StyleYourBeauty.com Started In a Tiny NYC Apartment
Living in New York City teaches you to get creative, especially when it comes to self-care. I didn’t have a fancy bathroom or shelves full of luxury products. What I had was a tiny kitchen, a lot of curiosity, and a handful of oils I used for cooking and skincare.
StyleYourBeauty.com grew from those little experiments. Some were great (hello, rosemary hair rinse), and some were less great (ask me about the time I turned my forehead orange with turmeric). But every step taught me something.
This blog became my way of sharing what works, what doesn’t, and how to create DIY beauty routines that feel good on your skin, in your hair, and in your heart.
What You’ll Find Here
This isn’t a site about looking perfect or following rules. It’s about learning what works for you and making beauty feel more like self-care, not stress.
Here, I share:
- DIY skincare and haircare you can make at home
- Natural fixes for common problems like frizz, breakouts, and dryness
- Real stories from my own skin and hair journey (the good, the weird, and the glow-ups)
- Simple routines that help you feel more confident and connected to yourself
No gatekeeping. No filters. Just honest, homemade beauty you can try today.
Why DIY? Here’s Why It Changed Everything for Me
I started making my beauty products because I was honestly just tired of reading labels I couldn’t understand, tired of wasting money on things that didn’t work, and tired of feeling disconnected from the stuff I was putting on my skin.
I wanted more control. I wanted gentleness. And more than anything, I wanted beauty to feel like me again.
DIY gave me all of that. It’s personal, it’s affordable, and it’s kind of fun. Mixing oils, playing with scents, adjusting a recipe based on how my skin feels that day. All of that turned skincare into something I looked forward to, not just checked off a list.
Now, I make what I need when I need it. I can tweak things depending on the season, my mood, or whatever my skin’s asking for. It’s about how it makes me feel. Every time I whip something up, it reminds me that I can take care of myself.
And you don’t have to be a Pinterest pro or DIY expert to start. If you’ve ever looked at a product label and thought, “What even is that?”, you’re definitely in the right place.
A Little More About Me
I’m Vivian, a 28 Gemini living in a cozy NYC apartment filled with too many jars and not enough counter space. I drink herbal tea daily, believe scalp massages are sacred, and think the best kind of self-care happens in slippers with music playing.
When I’m not writing or mixing up my latest beauty blend, you’ll probably find me wandering through thrift shops, chatting with my plants like they’re roommates. Or sending my friends random texts like, “Hey, do you think clove water works for shine?” (Spoiler: it kinda does.)
I’ve come to believe that beauty doesn’t have to be big or bold to matter. Sometimes, it’s just about pausing long enough to care for yourself.
Let’s Make Beauty Simple, Real, and Yours
I don’t know if you landed here because your scalp’s acting up, you’re tired of breakouts, or you’re just curious about making your first lip balm. But I’m so happy you’re here.
StyleYourBeauty.com is a space for real people, real routines, and real results. No stress, no judgment, and absolutely no “right” way to do beauty. If you’re trying, you’re already doing it right.
Tie your hair up and come mix something with me. Let’s turn ingredients into rituals and skincare into something that feels good, inside and out.
With love, warmth, and a little lavender,
Vivian