The Tiff List 1.25.2026

Good morning from my cozy office/makeup studio. There was a moment this morning when I wasn’t sure we’d have power or WiFi, and I worried you might miss my incredibly important weekly thoughts. Thankfully, we’re still online, staying put, and I hope you’re safe and warm wherever you are.

• Update on No Spend January: I still dislike it greatly. What am I doing about it, aside from aggressively hunting down lost gift cards? Making a very detailed list of everything I plan to buy the moment February 1 arrives.

  • Buying backups because I’m officially committed. These newbies are becoming forever staples and the thought of running out is not acceptable: this essence is so good, the new peptide treatment that is proving to be amazing, and the new lip treatment I can’t get enough of.

  • These shoes that I can’t stop thinking about.

  • This bougie brush is still a maybe, but I think about her daily.

  • I bought this set in December and it’s officially a favorite. Bright colors aren’t in my activewear comfort zone just yet, but Nocturnal Navy is calling my name come February.

• Oh boy… I’ve found a new hobby and I cannot be stopped. The girl introduced me to a bedazzling kit, and I’ve never been more grateful for an Amazon gift card. I’m not exaggerating when I say nothing in our house is safe from a little rhinestone sparkle. I was also gently humbled when she reminded me this is a Gen Z trend, but this Gen Xer is fully on board.

• Drugstore makeup update courtesy of my Ulta gift card: this new blush formula is so good I’ve been wearing it daily. Pink Panna Cotta and Luminoso are my go-to shades. Ordered online, picked up in store, and yes, it was way too easy.

• Last week’s hair mask was a big hit, and a few of you asked about my “hair journey.” I’m officially giving the Abbey Yung simplified method a try. I’ve been using the products she recommends in this Instagram post since December 6, and I’m really pleased so far. Her videos are incredibly informative and very easy to binge if you’re not careful. These are the exact products I’m using, and you can get them all on amazon.

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I think that’s all for this week. There’s lots of sledding happening down the hill in front of my house, and it’s giving me all the cozy winter feelings and making me miss my kiddos a bit. Thankfully, I’ll be enjoying the show from my front windows. Stay safe, stay warm, and I’ll see you next week.

xxoo,

Tiff