Nour’s Guide to Healthier, Happier Living

Alright, it’s time. 

2025 is here, and honestly? We’re done. 

Done with the gimmicks, crash diets, and “must-have” serums that do more harm than good to our skin.

This year, we’re simplifying, nourishing, and focusing on what actually works.

Let’s get de-influenced, tune out the noise, and relearn the science.

Here’s what we’re leaving in 2024: 

1. Harsh, Trendy Skin Products

Who else has fallen for one of those viral skincare products that swore it would “change your life,” only to leave your skin dry, red, and wondering why you thought rubbing acid on your face was a good idea? 🙋‍♀️

In 2025, we’re calling it—enough with chasing every trend that pops up on our feeds. We’ve done the 12-step routines, the chemical peels at home, and the obsession with instant results.
Because where has it left us? With irritated skin and half-used bottles cluttering our shelves.

This year, we’re simplifying. Less aggressive layering, more real nourishment. It’s about feeding our skin from the inside out—with collagen, hydration, and nutrients that actually deliver.

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2. Gut-Disrupting Crash Diets & Detoxes

You know those detox teas that claim to “cleanse” you but really just have you sprinting to the bathroom every 30 minutes? Yeah… we’re done with that too.

2025 is about sustainable health—whole foods, probiotics, and habits that support your body, not drain it. No more crash cleanses, juice fasts, or starvation disguised as wellness.

If it feels like punishment, it’s not the answer. This year, we’re building habits that stick—the kind that fuel long-term health, not just a week-long reset.

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3. Surviving on Caffeine

Let’s be real—some of us were out here treating caffeine like it was a food group. And while, yes—coffee is sacred—surviving on triple shots and four hours of sleep… that’s not exactly a wellness plan.

Skipping sleep, glorifying overwork, and acting like burnout is just part of the grind? We’re leaving that behind.

This year, sleep is self-care, and we’re finally giving it the respect it deserves. Better skin, sharper focus, weight management, and a stronger immune system are all powered by rest.

And honestly? A well-rested glow beats a double shot any day.

4. Falling for Pretty Packaging with Zero Results

We’ve all been there—drawn in by those sleek, aesthetically pleasing Instagrammable products. But after weeks of using them? 

Nothing. 

You feel the same, your wallet’s lighter, and you’re left wondering if you just paid for fancy water. 

In 2025, if the product isn’t working as hard as the branding, it’s not worth the shelf space. We’re reading labels, asking questions, and choosing science over fluff. If it’s not backed by real research or actual results, it’s not making the cut.

5. Fixing Symptoms, Ignoring Root Causes

Remember when skincare routines had 14 steps, a serum for every mood, and a cream that might work if applied under a full moon?

In 2025, we’re tuning in—really listening to what our bodies are trying to tell us. That means balancing hormones, supporting gut health, and making mental wellness a priority. No more slapping a band-aid on symptoms and calling it a day. 

If it takes a little longer to get to the root, so be it. No more quick fixes—we’re playing the long game.

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6. Overcomplicated Routines That Lead to Nothing

Remember the days of 14-step routines, toners for every mood, and serums that only might work if applied under a full moon? Let’s all agree—that was exhausting.

In 2025, simplicity is the new luxury. If a product doesn’t pull its weight, it’s out. 

Fewer steps, better ingredients, and more trust in the process. Quality over clutter—because that’s the glow-up we’re after this year.

The Year of Results 

This year, we’re choosing long-term health and wellness, and energy that feels natural—not borrowed from five shots of espresso.

It’s about slowing down, building habits that stick, and creating routines that feel like self-care, not a chore. We’re nourishing from within, listening to our bodies, and finding joy in the process—not just the results.

Here’s to showing up for ourselves, one small but meaningful step at a time. 

With love, Nour 💖