VLOG: NYC days in my life! new years goals, making a 2024 vision board + dealing with adult acne

[@user-xu4ph2ex7h]

I’ve been a silent subscriber since your Boston days, but I felt like this vlog warranted a virtual round of applause bc you’re killing it Brooke 👏🏼 I’m 30 years old and a Mom of two boys under 3 and your vlogs give me a mental escape from the craziness of Mom life! My husband and I decided to have kids right after we got married at 26 so I sometimes feel like I missed out on living more of my adult life. You’re always putting out quality content & I’m here for it 🫶🏻💕

[@brookemiccio]

oh my gosh this warms my heart ! thank you so much for watching me !!!

[@karinaz8756]

I can’t say it enough- your biggest accomplishment to me was your fitness journey. You stayed committed all year and it shows.

[@laurencurry7002]

my word is health! this is something i’ve put on the back burner for years and it’s starting to show! starting the year off with 75 hard and focusing on a sober year ! 2024 is for putting ME first - mind and body (:

[@LeahLynnxo]

loved the full transparency & openness of this vlog! esp the ins & out part - happy new year!💕

[@BronwynAlexandriaa]

My word of the year is thrive. I really want to be in a mental, physical, and financial state of thriving. I don’t want to scramble anymore, i just want to be at an optimized state. I’m excited for this year

[@AshleyWhit3]

My word of the year is positivity! I really want to focus on positive self talk, positive energy, giving myself grace in life, and overall just having a positive outlook!!

[@王佳璐-z4u]

I'm sure your 2024 will be wonderful! Don't worry and be anxious!

[@everythingisrosiex]

you're my favourite to watch on youtube right now - i'm in my brooke era! - such a measured, smart and kind gal. Wishing you the best 2024. Thank you for being such a positive inspo for little old me in London.

[@katherinekurtt6734]

I’ve been following you since college (graduated 2020) and I gotta say you have been killing it. As a viewer, you have grown so much. Big fan of your work and hoping you do a live show in California soon!! Keep it up!!

[@100Carudia]

Wait but your hair during the ins and outs looks really good!

[@maureenomalley2218]

Hi Brooke! Quick hair tip I got my from hairdresser - use a curl gel/cream when your hair is still wet (straight out of the shower) and then put your hair up in a microfiber towel. Your hair will absorb the product first and your curl pattern will come out better! My tactic is to flip my hair and scrunch the curls upwards. I love Innersense or Pattern for my gels ! Hope this is helpful xx

[@Hannamarin16]

Love that you referenced The Clique! When I saw the trend I thought the exact same thing and I am glad someone else got it.

[@ozatanvi]

Brooke! Your vlogs are my happy place! 😊 Keep 'em coming, loving the transparency and your radiant energy! ✨ 2023 was all about clarity for me, and now I'm diving into 2024 with an abundance mindset 🌟-relationships, work, health, life, finances-it's all about planting those seeds! 🌱 Wishing you an amazing year ahead, filled with blessings and good vibes! Keep those awesome vlogs coming, they brighten up my day! ❤

[@annielauriex]

I love how you start the new year! I also started a 2024 Mood Board on Pinterest and I like the idea of doing a new one every year. Like show the progression along the years! Love it 🤍

[@soribel29]

always add products to natural hair while it’s wet!! that will allow the hair to dry with more definition rather than frizzing out:)

[@emmaakinyi9399]

Honestly the best vlog for the year 2024 ever made !!!!!!

[@javierasch]

Brooke you have to do the curly method!!! that’s why your hair drys like that

[@RosalynGambhir]

Canadian girlie here and have been a subscriber for literal years of you and Danielle. Makes me soo happy you announced a show in Toronto!!! 🫶🏼🎉

[@emmasmith8803]

As someone who struggled with acne for 10+ years, in 2023 I learned that the two most important things for clearing up your skin are a simple routine and consistency. I got rid of all my products, got a prescription for Tret, started building up my usage to 5 night a week along with a basic cleanser and moisturizer that I use twice a day. Gotta stick with it for a few months to see results!

[@NatalieArambul-o2v]

hi brooke!! try using the products while your hair is damp/ wet. curl creams and oils will be your bff

[@toriissocool]

hair dryer w diffuser!! let your hair dry 80% and use the diffuser to scrunch (literally 10 seconds on big sections of hair)

[@hadleybonello5415]

I have wavy/curly hair too! I have a super simple routine lol just some leave in conditioner and then while my hair is still pretty wet I scrunch in a few pumps of the shea moisture coconut mousse !

[@amandababy]

For the hair: right after the shower, brush it with a wet brush, keep it wet and saturate it with leave in conditioner and scrunch with your hands, then while it’s still wet use mousse and scrunch it through, then leave in conditioner again, end with the Ouai curl creme (scrunching) and plop it for at least an hour in a microfiber towel!

[@daniellejoy116]

So as a hair dresser and fellow wavy hair girly I swear by using a curl cream. Also you want to apply all stylers and scrunch while it’s wet/damp. Touching it while it’s dry can lead to more frizz and I love the Bumble and Bumble curl cream. Apply a leave in, and brush it through then use the cream, comb/ brush again to evenly distribute and then scrunch and only use a microfiber towel on your hair that will also cut back in frizz.

[@sosimplystellar]

Loving your in and out list! I was a clique series fan as well so I was happy to see a glimpse of the past have a moment again. Also couldn't even tell you had acne patches on when you mentioned it so do what you need to for yourself and don't worry about us!

[@meganphillips7344]

Curly girl method all the way for your hair! I have a very similar curl pattern and that’s what I do when styling my natural hair. Brush it out in the shower, let the natural curl form, scrunch with conditioner, rinse out, then scrunch with product when you get out. I use mousse but you may need gel since your hair is thicker! Use enough for it to be crunchy. Plop with microfiber towel (optional) and then dry upside down with a diffuser. When it’s dry then you scrunch out the crunch!

[@natalieintheburbs]

Definitely need a curl cream! I have the same hair texture and find that it gets more curly and less frizzy with a curl cream. I use the Tresemme Styling Aid One Step Curl Hair Cream!

[@campbellmatthews4672]

My word of the year is also clarity but it’s also empowerment. I love you Brooke ❤️💕

[@thetlc9]

Can’t wait to hear more about you moving in with Ben wowza! Will really miss your amazing balcony though! As always, love your vlogs!!! Also, please plan a live show for Minneapolis!!!

[@em6239]

I love the chapters you added to the video!

[@katieclippard]

my word is strength! love your vlogs 🫶🏼🫶🏼🫶🏼🫶🏼

[@MsNatBeauty]

I have a similar hair type and I always make sure to apply products/ scrunch while my hair is wet! I really like the Shea Moisture Curl Enhancing Smoothie and it doesn't make my hair crunchy or anything!! :)

[@madtay26]

I never nurtured my waves so that’s one of my goals this year. The not your mothers sea salt spray is the only thing that’s really brought them out this strongly. Then I’ll scrunch with gel or mousse and let it air dry. I just ordered the lazy girl air dry shampoo/conditioner and wave spray from eva nyc, I’m really hoping that’ll be the ticket! I think the best place to start when you’re trying to find that magic product is to brush your hair before showering or get a wide tooth comb and brush it in the shower after you put in conditioner. Do not brush any more and don’t towel dry! Do the spray/gel and scrunch with wet hair (not just damp). Squeeze with a soft shirt if you need to dry it, but I think letting it dry from that stage without touching works best.

[@neesa.]

best thing I've found for my curls is squeezing out all the excess water before applying conditioner, and then really letting it sit in my hair for a while before rinsing out. a hairdresser once explained it to me as you wouldn't moisturize wet skin, so why would you moisturize wet hair? I also think it's worth it to get high quality $$ shampoo and conditioner, makes such a massive difference. you can do an oil or serum on damp/dry hair as well to really smooth it down but I find the biggest difference in actually leaving the conditioner to soak for a while!

[@Iron_Albatross]

Xmonda Wave Tech foam and all his Wave Tech products have changed my life. No crunch great waves!!!!

[@stephaniek.750]

love your goals and your videos!! I have super similar hair texture and I put in a styling cream/mousse (I use the JVN air dry cream but the Prose one you had would probably work). When my hair is super wet I put in a leave in conditioner spray and scrunch in the cream and then basically don't touch my hair until it's dry (or I'll use a microfiber towel to scrunch and help get some of the water out). Once it's fully dry then I'll use an oil. I think the big thing for me is that if I don't use any product or put product in when my hair is too dry, my waves don't have definition, they just look puffy. hope this helps! :)

[@ashleylaughbox]

Happy New Year! 🎉 I definitely recommend sticking to the Curly Girl Method for at least 90 days. I am so sure your hair is wavy leaning into curly and it just needs the right method!! ❤

[@amynicholls814]

Nothing beats sober fun but bring your treats

[@kymberleighkemp8176]

My 2nd January was really the start of something new for me because I gave birth at 11:26pm. My world is filled with so my love right now ❤

[@themillennialmortgagegirl]

This is my sign that I need to finish reading hHaunting Adeline because I've been struggling for months. I like dark/thrillers but like you said this is really dark and ruins my mood so I keep stopping. Happy New Year!

[@victoriaodell8588]

you need to try the pattern leave in conditioner!!! they sell it at sephora. and make sure that you put apply all of your products to soaking wet hair!

[@biancasilva6036]

Always put curl products on sopping wet hair! And then let it air dry, DO NOT TOUCH while drying. And then once the cast has formed and hair is completely dry, use an oil to break the cast and you’ll get a really nice pattern without the frizz. Touching your hair while it’s drying is what causes frizz. No one wants a cast look but the cast has to form in order to prevent frizz then when you break it with oil it won’t look crunchy lol. Hope this helps! ❤

[@redhead2588]

My hair is naturally curly but I’ve learned the hard way the cream before oils calls for perfect coils! I would try that and see if your natural waves turn out less fizzy.

[@mirandadaily1573]

Best way to wear natural curls that will make your hair more curlier the more you wear! Wash hair, brush and towel dry, use bumble and bumble don’t blow it. Then section off hair and twist and then roll up in space bun with Bobby pin. 20-30 min later take out and shake hair and let dry!

[@jancarlson2165]

Hi Brooke and very Happy New Year!!🎉🎉🎉 Love your vlogs and transparency!! I pretty much say it like it is, with somewhat class 😂. Love you! 🩷🩷🚕🚕🩷🩷

[@maggiescarlett8631]

Brooke I totally feel your pain with natural waves and they always look frizzy-- I have STOOD BY the ouai curl cream ever since trying it, but I will say that it'll look even better if you finish it off by scrunching with a light gel. The one I use is miss jessie's jelly soft curl gel, very light and holds all day!

[@aereyona]

ooh I love the miss Jessie’s brand!! I have thick curly hair and am a fan of the curly pudding and the leave in condish.

[@TheWendyNadal]

Love your videos and podcast!! Just bought my VIP ticket to your Toronto show. I may be the oldest one there but I don’t care. I’m so excited!!

[@brookemiccio]

im so excited to meet you!!!!! its going to be a blast

[@paigejohnston1557]

Can’t wait for the live show in Charlotte!!!

[@1mileysuperfan1]

Definitely get Libby (you’ll need a library card) to read newer books that aren’t on Kindle Unlimited!

[@ahnikatrotman3229]

I have natural curly hair you should def try moose after the shower for you hair! And don’t use too much! That’s how it get crunchy

[@jkl123abc]

Happy New Year Brooke! I feel like 2023 we both struggled with our skin, and I’m so glad you’re not letting it get to you. I wanted to know if you’ve tried winlevi and/or spiralactone? I get both prescribed by my derm. Winlevi is a cream for acne and it’s not as like retinol/tretinoin- with that in mind it won’t have any anti again effects. You only need a small amount and it can be a tad drying. Spiralactone is a pill that can help with acne as well, however it’s a diuretic so it can make you urinate a lot! I’ve been using both and I haven’t had a breakout since. Some people are prescribe one or the other or both. Wanted to share since acne can be emotionally hard to deal with especially being on camera. Sending you lots of love ❤

[@ErynBeal]

I have the same hair! I use the brand Curlsmith and use their wavy hair routine. It’s been the best I’ve found since curly hair products tend to be too heavy or crunchy in my hair. I also let me hair air dry with the products in it but if blow drying use a diffuser! Took me a solid year or so to learn my hair

[@Melisssssa27]

Put oil in your damp/wet hair. It will help it dry less frizzy

[@randitochervlogs]

definitely enjoy this vlog Brooke

[@allycat56]

Thank you for being the rain in this post-vlogmas vlog desert, Brooke

[@VicLynn1111]

Something about your energy towards the new year in this video was very inspiring! Can't wait for the upcoming content!

[@brookemiccio]

😭❤️

[@msJmarcus1]

honestly a good leave in conditioner like you put on but then put something like frizz-eez when its about 80 % dry- gel or spray

[@savroark]

How is your apartment right now! Is the construction better!

[@guineverestearns5629]

Highly recommend The Color Of Water, similar to The Vanishing Half but flipped.

[@christinasantaniello1417]

Legendary snacks are so good!!!

[@anechka2006]

I use mousse to scrunch hair 💋💕 love your mood board 🍇🤌🏻🐝

[@Sheena27]

I read those books all the time! haha flashback

[@brianaguerrero4901]

I’m behind you on the no styling everyday! Try out the JOICO conditioner and shampoo. You should try to research someone who cuts curly hair in your area. They’ll also give you the haircut your hair needs and recommend anything for your texture.

[@abbieho4426]

Miss jesse’s pillow soft curls!

[@TessaMoore]

thank you for saying Toronto right iykyk

[@billiehicks6587]

I’m looking forward to when you and Danielle book California; I will be there and I will definitely bring my Granddaughter Brooke who just lunched her Candle company; “Be Thine Self”

[@kristyanndelarosa]

Consider scheduling a show in the Phoenix/Scottsdale area!

[@audanne37]

Agreed. I read those books like a year ago and i still think about Hunting Adeline (the 2nd one) and not necessarily in a good way 😂 I wanted to know what happened but it also took me forever to get thru b/c it affected my mood too I get it

[@kaitlynk1660]

love this vlog!!! my word of 2024 is Be! :)

[@brittanyrodrigues7136]

I use the pattern mousse when my hair is wet and a leave in conditioner

[@clairepurnell4961]

HAPPY NEW YEAR BROOKE WE ❤ U

[@ChristenRobinson]

Crush it girl!

[@MinimalCove]

You're glowing!

[@alexandraschlichting2579]

I personally think Kindle Unlimited isn’t worth it since I don’t have full control of what’s available. I’d rather just borrow an e book from the library (free through Hoopla and Libby), or just buy the e book since it’s a cheaper than a physical book! Also, get a pop socket for your kindle! Game changer!

[@SarahSchneider2]

For sure goals are to be made and achieved all year round

[@victoriacestodio348]

I love Frankie!! He was just on reindeer games for big brother. I’m a big brother Stan😭

[@liviu589]

nice vlog brooke

[@leesbooklife]

I really connected with self comparison out for 2024, it took a while for that to hit home but it feels good to live my life without worrying if I’m “behind”. Also I’m currently reading Powerless by Lauren Roberts and it’s so good so far!

[@CarolinaGarcia-yd9wl]

Come to Boston!! Thank you 💕

[@brookemiccio]

we are trying to make it happen later this year! just need a bigger venue!

[@raeram2008]

I've also continued to only have my natural hair, a bit curlier than yours, but I ONLY use moroccanoil from sephora.

[@msmoose7004]

You should go se Sofie Pavitt in Chinatown for a facial. She focuses on acneic skin, I think you’d like it!

[@joycarroll7545]

Happy New Year to you and all your family!! I have liked the Ion smoothing products, not in spray form, but pump or etc. Up to you and wishing you luck finding the perfect thing for you. Sally's may have a sample size available. You are such an inspiration and incredible human!! Also, I'm not sure if you have heard this saying-the windshield is larger than the rear view mirror for a reason...relating to your no regrets

[@maryevanscastle7084]

Will you add links to this vlog pretty pls???❤❤❤

[@Akiaram96]

I have wavy hair and I swear by the JVN air dry creme

[@brookemiccio]

i just ordered this - thank you!

[@13LiveLoveMakeupxx]

Do it for the plotttt🫶🏽

[@hrslvr1]

Frankie actually used to be a soul instructor!

[@eatwell.]

New subscriber! ❤

[@brooklynroyale5764]

Happy New Year! 🥳💕🎉

[@madeebylexinycfoodie9310]

Make sure you heat up the legendary poptart few seconds in microwave first!!

[@meredithbohinski2093]

My word is discipline. Do the things, no excuses! 🎉

[@karinaz8756]

Same. Discipline because motivation isn’t enough.

[@carlinghale]

Currently reading Wellness by Nathan Hill.

[@iammarccolomayt82094]

Cool vlog! Happy New Year, Brooke! ❤❤

[@leahwhitmoyer9114]

I also have wavy-curly hair and my favorite products are the not your mothers gel & cream. I use it right out of the shower to scrunch up my hair. It’s never crunchy and helps my hair look less frizzy and defines the curl pattern but keeps it soft. I’ve also liked the miss Jessie’s soft curl gel-also not crunchy but good hold

[@tayshaquay]

My hair is just like yours. Try getting a keratin treatment and you will be HOOKED.

[@FloraGoodman]

kindle unlimited rec! the dinner list by rebecca serle

[@veronicaadornato7283]

Whatever happened with your home soul cycle bike

[@katie76433]

Im pretty sure her parents renovated and now have a home gym and she put it in her parents home gym. I think she showed that in a vlog awhile back like when she was moving into this apt maybe

[@ktadams1510]

Headbands are in

[@cokedclassic7627]

Salmon and tuna give me cystic acne. It's a bummer

[@audreyclaire5326]

use ouidad climate control gel on your hair!!

[@chi2om]

Gold series by Raven Kennedy if you're getting into dark fantasy