Jesa Marie Calaor

3 weeks ago | allure.com | Jesa Marie Calaor

Fragrances are a form of time travel. A single spritz of D.S. and Durga’s I Don’t Know What transports me back to the dance floor of my wedding reception, where I twirled with my husband to “More Than A Woman” by the Bee Gees. While perfumes can’t physically bring you back to the past Marty McFly-style, there is science to back up scent’s power in capturing precious memories.

3 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Jesa Marie Calaor

All products featured on Allure are independently selected by Allure editors. However, when you buy something through our retail links, Condé Nast may earn an affiliate commission. Photo: StocksyFragrances are a form of time travel. A single spritz of D.S. and Durga’s I Don’t Know What transports me back to the dance floor of my wedding reception, where I twirled with my husband to “More Than A Woman” by the Bee Gees.

Jan 24, 2025 | allure.com | Jesa Marie Calaor

It is said that the average adult makes over 30,000 decisions a day. Whether or not to have another cup of coffee—small decision. What piercing you’ll get next? A bigger one. It is, after all, a hole you intentionally poke into your body. Choosing a piercing—whether it’s your first or 21st—can be daunting. That’s why we spoke with professional piercers for their take on the biggest trends of 2025.

Oct 28, 2024 | allure.com | Jesa Marie Calaor

But she goes on to say what many of us often remind ourselves: “Instagram isn’t real. If you're comparing yourself to people on social media, you're comparing yourself to impossibility.”Despite her feelings about social media, she does find pockets of kindness in TikTok, saying that she considers it the “most body positive” of the apps. “I see so many women, rallying around each other, praising each others’ bodies,” she says.

Oct 27, 2024 | allure.com | Jesa Marie Calaor

By day, I’m Allure’s senior editor, writing and editing stories on the latest developments in the beauty industry. By night—and sometimes early the next morning—I’m at the gym. Exercising is one way I prioritize and invest in myself. Whether I’m going for a slow jog on the treadmill or sweating profusely at a HIIT class, being active clears my head and gives me a sense of accomplishment.