rissywoo — Blog

Let's Talk Sunscreen: When & How to Apply

Truth is, sunscreen isn’t one of those products you can apply once a day and be done with.

BeautyMarissa WilliamsMay 18, 2022Skin Care, Tips

Affordable Dupes for 10 Popular High-End Makeup Products (2022)

Save your coins, and try out makeup products that are more affordable

BeautyMarissa WilliamsMay 4, 2022Faves, Makeup

Affordable Dupes for 10 Popular High-End Skin Care Products (2022)

More expensive does not always equal better

BeautyMarissa WilliamsApril 20, 2022Skin Care, Faves

Sephora Spring 2022 Beauty Insider Sale: Glowy Skin Product Recommendations

It’s that time again…. The Sephora Beauty Insider Spring Sale is here!

BeautyMarissa WilliamsApril 6, 2022Makeup, Skin Care, Faves

Effective & Affordable $50 Skin Care Routine

Would you believe me if I told you that you can build an effective skin care routine for only $50?

BeautyMarissa WilliamsMarch 23, 2022Skin Care, Routine

3 Gadgets That Surprisingly Work for My Skin

Fun fact: I love trying new things

BeautyMarissa WilliamsMarch 9, 2022Faves, Skin Care

10 Black-Owned Fragrance Brands to Try

I always want to make sure I’m supporting black-owned brands, and fragrances are no different.

BeautyMarissa WilliamsFebruary 23, 2022Bath and Body, Faves

P.S. i love you... [Valentine's Day 2022 Playlist]

This playlist starts off with some groove, and then transitions to slower tunes to get you in the mood.

EntertainmentMarissa WilliamsFebruary 11, 2022Playlists

Body-ody-ody: My Winter Body Care Routine Using Black-Owned Products

I will not have y’all looking ashy out here in these winter streets.

BeautyMarissa WilliamsFebruary 9, 2022Bath and Body, Routine

Tips for Hydrating Winter Skin [Part II]: Serums & Moisturizers

Not to be dramatic or anything, but a good serum and moisturizer can change your life

BeautyMarissa WilliamsJanuary 26, 2022Skin Care, Tips

Tips for Hydrating Winter Skin [Part I]: Cleansers & Toners

The winter can dry out even the oiliest of skin types, but rest assured, I’m here to make sure you’re armed and ready for the battle

BeautyMarissa WilliamsJanuary 12, 2022Skin Care, Tips

My Favorite Affordable Black & Brown Girl Friendly Face Sunscreens Under $20

The price of sunscreen really kills me, because it’s the only product in our skin care routine that is an absolute necessity for everyone

BeautyMarissa WilliamsJune 23, 2021Skin Care, Faves

Tweak Your Skin Care Routine This Summer by Swapping Moisturizers

I’m so ready to pack up my winter clothes and skin care products to make room for more summer-friendly clothes and products

BeautyMarissa WilliamsMay 26, 2021Skin Care, Tips

My Favorite Affordable Natural Hair Products ($10 & Under)

Don’t let people bully you into thinking you have to purchase $40 products in order to maintain healthy curls, because you don’t at all.

BeautyMarissa WilliamsMarch 24, 2021Faves, Hair

Affordable Dupes for 10 Popular High-End Skin Care Products (2021)

I mean, c’mon, who doesn’t love a good dupe?

BeautyMarissa WilliamsMarch 17, 2021Skin Care, Faves

Affordable Dupes for 10 Popular High-End Makeup Products

One of my goals this year is to spend less money on non-necessities. While I love makeup, it unfortunately falls under that category. Luckily, my love for makeup doesn’t need to be compromised, as I can still try out new products without hurting my products.

BeautyMarissa WilliamsMarch 10, 2021Faves, Makeup

Double Cleansing 101: What it is & How it Benefits the Skin

A lot happens to our skin throughout the day that can cause breakouts. Double cleansing is an easy technique to help prevent this.

BeautyMarissa WilliamsMarch 3, 2021Skin Care, Tips

My No-Foundation Glowing Skin Makeup Routine Using Black-Owned Products

To close out my BHM post series, I’m sharing my go-to routine on how to get glowing skin with ZERO foundation, using black-owned products only.

BeautyMarissa WilliamsFebruary 24, 2021Skin Care, Routine