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Dry January Rituals with Ghia Founder Mélanie Masarin

For most, January is a time to slow down and recalibrate our habits. For Mélanie Masarin—founder and CEO of Ghia, the chic, spirits-free apéritif brand that’s made opting out of alcohol feel like its own ritual—January is also her busiest time of year. We asked Mélanie what wellness looks like when life is moving fast, and also sent her an advance sample of our new Dew Body Butter to add to her routine. Keep reading for a peek into Mélanie’s month, her approach to winter body care, and more.
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The Body Butter for Skin Longevity

At Oak, we believe in skin longevity, or making small, daily investments in your skin that add up to real, lasting results. And our new Dew Body Butter delivers on that philosophy—supporting aging skin from the neck down with a luxurious, whipped texture you’ll look forward to using every day. Keep reading for a closer look at the ingredient science behind our latest launch as Gina Cruz, Oak’s Product Development Director, breaks it all down.
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Office Hours with Dr. Natazia zu Stolberg, Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine

Welcome to our Fall Longevity Series, where we’re sharing in-depth conversations with Jenni’s favorite doctors, founders, and wellness practitioners on topics ranging from perimenopause to Panchakarma. The goal? To make expert advice on long-term health both accessible and actionable. Next up, we’re chatting with Dr. Natazia zu Stolberg—an LA-based practitioner whose work spans acupuncture, herbalism, and traditional Chinese medicine. Not only do we love following Dr. Stolberg on Instagram for her easy, everyday habits rooted in traditional Chinese medicine, but we’re also big fans of her bloat-reducing Rest + Digest Tea. Keep reading as Dr. Stolberg shares insights into perimenopause and menopause, why warm drinks are better than cold, and more.
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ILIA Founder Sasha Plavsic on “Thoughtful” Beauty

You probably know ILIA Beauty for its chic, flattering makeup. But you may not know the story behind the brand’s radically clean, skincare-infused formulas. Today, ILIA founder Sasha Plavsic is pulling back the curtain on her path to success, how she stays inspired, and what she likes to call “thoughtful” beauty: “I want to raise the bar—and do what hasn’t been done before.” Keep scrolling for more from Sasha, including the founder’s guide to her favorite ILIA products.
The Essentialist •

Office Hours with Perelel Co-Founder Alex Taylor

For the next few months, we’re taking you along on our Fall Longevity Series—featuring in-depth conversations with Jenni’s favorite doctors, founders, and wellness practitioners on topics ranging from perimenopause to Panchakarma. To kick things off, we sat down with Alex Taylor, the co-founder of OB/GYN-backed vitamin brand Perelel. Ahead, Alex shares eye-opening insight on the state of women’s health, how to prepare for menopause, and the daily habits that keep her well.
The Essentialist •

What Makes Our Clean Deodorant Different?

Like most Oak products, our new Microbiome Balancing Deodorant was a personal request from Jenni. For years, she couldn’t find a clean deodorant that worked; everything either felt wet, stained her clothes, or only masked odor. And after four years of careful formulation, we’re proud to share the final product—a deodorant that’s clean, formulated like skincare, and delivers real results. Below, the full story behind this first-of-a-kind formula.
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How Nutrition Expert Sarah Wragge Prioritizes Whole-Body Wellness

We were first introduced to Sarah Wragge by our founder, Jenni—who swears by Sarah’s alkalizing greens powder every morning. A holistic nutrition expert and the founder of Sarah Wragge Wellness, she’s known for her proprietary wellness protocols and health-packed powders, designed to optimize your routine from the inside out. Below, we get into Sarah’s transformative approach to feeling good, plus actionable tips for supporting your mind, body, and skin.
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The Real Benefits of a Bathing Ritual, According to Julia Barna

At Oak, we believe a bath is more than just a luxury. It’s a wellness ritual—and one that's even more powerful when our new Dream Bath Soak is in the mix. To dive deeper into the benefits of bathing, we sat down with Oak's Global Skincare Ambassador, Julia Barna. Julia takes a holistic approach to her LA-based practice, treating skincare as a meaningful step in whole-body wellness. Keep reading as she tells us about the restorative power of taking a bath, what makes Dream Bath Soak's formula so special, and how to create a deeply healing practice from the comfort of your bathtub.
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How Celebrity Makeup Artist Jenna Kristina Prepped Nikki Glaser’s Skin for the Oscars

For this year’s Vanity Fair Oscar Party, celebrity makeup artist Jenna Kristina used exclusively Oak products to prep Nikki Glaser’s skin. The end result? Soft, natural luminosity that looked just as effortless in-person as it did under the flash of a camera. Keep reading for Jenna’s approach to red carpet skin prep, plus the exact products she used to achieve Nikki’s lit-from-within glow.
Jenni Kayne •

The Art of Layering According to Julia Rabinowitsch

If you’ve seen an impeccably chic flat-lay on your feed recently, chances are Julia Rabinowitsch of The Millennial Decorator was behind it. Known for her curated vintage drops, her collaborations with some of the internet’s most talked-about brands, and her ability to source and style beautiful vintage objects, Julia was the perfect person to bring into the world of our Layers campaign. Keep reading for Julia’s advice on everything from vintage shopping to Valentine’s Day to creating a layered, highly-considered space.
Jenni Kayne •

Whitney Cummings' Soul-Filled Approach to Home Design

Filled with calming neutrals and gorgeous vintage furniture, Whitney Cummings’ Topanga Canyon home is a true retreat from the outside world. And as the comedian, actor, and mom explains below, this sense of relaxation is intentional; it’s a cozy, grounding response to the demands of her daily life. Keep reading for our chat with Whitney, plus a closer look at how we collaborated to redesign her guest bedroom.
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How To Host an Elevated and Enjoyable Holiday Dinner Party

Holiday entertaining is an art. And while coming together with loved ones is one of the things that makes this season special, it can also be a lot of work. To make things easy, we created an elegant but straightforward holiday party playbook in partnership with recipe developer Cucina Melissa. Below, you’ll find all the outfit ideas, table inspiration, and custom recipes you need—keep reading for the entire plan.
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3 Ways to Style The Season’s Most Iconic Sweater

The cloud-soft cashmere is as indulgent as it gets. The thoughtful details—a refined button shoulder, an asymmetrical collar that transforms into a turtleneck, and extended ribbed cuffs—exude a casual elegance. And the fit? Perfectly versatile, ready to take you from casual errands to elegant holiday gatherings. Keep reading for three ways to style the Jackie Sweater, and why you’ll be wearing it on repeat this season.
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Jenni Kayne x Dumais Made: Our Refined Ceramic Collaboration Has Arrived

Our latest collaboration with Dumais Made is exactly that—a blend of two distinct design perspectives, brought to life in one beautifully handcrafted, highly-designed collection. Based in Litchfield, Connecticut, Dumais Made is a boutique ceramic studio known for creating lighting and furniture that balances modern minimalism with thoughtful, architectural details. Keep reading for an inside look at our collection, Dumais Made’s creative process, and some of their latest inspirations from around the world.
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Fall Style According to Shopping Expert Sara Walker

As a content creator, stylist, ex-fashion buyer, and Substack author (where she curates her top ten buys each week) Sara Walker knows a thing or two about shopping. Which is why we jumped at the chance to spend a crisp fall afternoon with her at Jenni Kayne Brentwood—where she tried on her favorite pieces, shared some fall style wisdom, and filled us in on the question she always asks herself before making a new purchase. Read on for our full chat with Sara—and to spark inspiration for your own seasonal shopping.
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