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Brandi Wiatrak's avatar

Loved this piece. Valerie’s opinions and updates? Yes please. I miss hearing them. ❤️

I agreed with basically everything – I’m 43, used to be obsessed with beauty products, and was a longtime Oprah magazine subscriber.

As I’ve gotten older I’ve taken a more natural approach across the board – skin products, makeup, all of it. Cetaphil. Salicylic acid when needed. That’s it. I now pass on the serums that cost hundreds of dollars and are on your face for all of thirty seconds.

This article was like a little hug this morning. For me and my face.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

P.S. Glad you’re doing well, Valerie!

Alexis Mera Damen's avatar

Thanks, Brandi! Are you subscribed to Valerie's Substack? Just suggesting it since you miss hearing from her! ;)

I'm happy to hear this piece resonated with you and felt like a hug. So nice!

Have a great weekend.

Brandi Wiatrak's avatar

I just followed her after reading your article…and binged on some of her notes and articles. Thanks for bringing her back to me. ❤️

Alexis Mera Damen's avatar

Great to hear! My pleasure.

Valerie Monroe's avatar

Thanks, Alexis! Just to make it clear: I do not believe the earth is a ball spinning around in the air. But...you know what I mean (I hope!). x

Alexis Mera Damen's avatar

Yessss, of course! I get it. 😉 Thanks again for this interesting conversation!