WEEK IN THE LIFE OF A US LAW SCHOOL STUDENT | DC Diaries #10

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Hey guys, I hope you enjoyed another DC Diaries episode. I do have to say - law school is really stressing me out right now, so I am thinking about taking a little break from youtube for 1-2 weeks, so I can focus on my exams. Hope you understand, and good luck to everyone in the same boat as me!
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[@Lilylikecom]

Hey guys, I hope you enjoyed another DC Diaries episode. I do have to say - law school is really stressing me out right now, so I am thinking about taking a little break from youtube for 1-2 weeks, so I can focus on my exams. Hope you understand, and good luck to everyone in the same boat as me!

[@Nikki-ks6wi]

good luck with exams Lily!!! knock em out!

[@ak__ri583]

I also have exams... All the best to you.. U will rock 😘👍

[@KatieFilms]

LilyLikecom good luck!

[@Cristina-rr9rf]

Good luck with the exams lily! You’ve got this 👐🏼📚🖋

[@noorm.7869]

LilyLikecom GOOOD LUCK !!! You can do this !

[@SumayaHarare]

Whenever I lose motivation after a crap Monday and watch your vids, it literally revitalises me for the rest of the week! Just the kind of motivation I need

[@Lilylikecom]

aww that's so nice to hear

[@karenjeyashree8123]

Your my inspiration .. I wanna be like you .you make me productive.And I love your accent.And the way you carry out your plan. Your so presentable everyday.

[@Lilylikecom]

aww thank you so much! xo

[@karenjeyashree8123]

😍😍😍😍

[@ajkunagasanin393]

Agreed

[@larafilipacoimbra8041]

Same !😍❤

[@AngelSams]

Thank you Lilly for always putting life into perspective for me and reminding me that it’s ok to not have all the answers right now and reminding me that as hard as it may be all that matters is my happiness and living my best life 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@k4tsucurryy]

I love your end of the video talking about your mom. I'm sure most of us saw your mom on your videos and she seems so sweet and a hardworking. Oh she's gorgeous as well! But I definitely I understand what you mean because you moving to u.s opens up a lot of opportunities for you. Its quite hard because your away from your friends and family so you get homesick but at the same time you want to strive for yourself. No matter what though, we your subbies, will always be here and supporting you. You're one of the strongest, self driven, hard working woman I know (online/IRL) and you're definitely an inspiration to most of us. We're so proud of you and how far you've come. Good luck Lilia💕 wishing you all the best.

[@neitdiaz]

I understand your feeling way too much. I’m from Argentina and I went to university in Italy. I fell in love with the country and with Europe in general. Of course I wanted my family and friends with me, but I just wanted to stay there forever. This year I finished university and came back to Argentina. I’ve always been a depressed person but never like when I came back here. Also I developed more anxiety than ever before. Luckily with the help of the people I love and doctors and psychologists I am much better, but I still know that living abroad helped me so much and I’d love to go back and live there. If you feel it in your gut, do everything you can to make it come true. I had that same feeling, didn’t follow it and it was horrible. Now is even harder to go back since my parents want me to be completely mentally healthy to do anything abroad (as if perfect mental health exists) but I still know they are just worried. Follow your dreams! You seem so independent and strong, I’m sure you’ll get through it! You actually inspire me to get stronger and follow my dreams too, no matter where they’ll take me!

[@giuliadena7576]

same situation from an Italian girl in France :)

[@amirahrab9051]

Liliaaaa! Your accent is changing! Do you realize? You used to say "claas" where you accentuate the "a" now you say class like Americans do! Lol love you xxx

[@Lilylikecom]

yayyy

[@kathabenales]

i’m so glad i wasn’t the only one who noticed this! btw, ily lilia! thank you for inspiring me.

[@ジョウクレア]

you’re really brave sharing personal stories on KZbin, and we will support u no matter what!!! also good luck with your exams! I know how stressful things can be but you can do it because you are a warrior❤️

[@abisolafaleye7807]

I find it so brave and courageous how you can tell your story on youtube.I adore you and I applaud you for being able to open up to your fans.You really inspire me and I love watching your videos. I can watch your videos all night and over and over again! Keep doing what you love girl! Very proud of you. Hopefully I am lucky enough to meet you one day :)

[@nerdfighter_and_unicorn2422]

I just want to let you know that I love you. And honestly I am so thankful to have you as a friend. Even though we have never met. I really love this bond that we share. I will miss your videos but grades are priority. I hope you nail it! 💕

[@MyDearHastings]

Hi Lilia! I really relate to what you were saying at the end of your vlog. I moved from my home country 8 years ago when I was 19. Being an immigrant has always been bitter sweet for me. I do miss my country and my family yet I love my life in the U.S. It is hard to be far away from your loved ones, but long distances don't mean that you will grow apart from your friends and family back home. When I go home, every moments get really intense and beautiful because I know how precious and rare they are. I am closer to my family and friends than ever before. And on top of that I get the chance to discover another culture and build a second home in my new country. It gets really good once you make close friends. Courage and good luck with all your projects!

[@leelaartwork]

Yesssss it's my favourite thing, sitting sipping a coffee watching your badass vids! Always loved Law, but chose another path, so I live vicariously seeing what it's like on your path! You're an inspiration ❤️

[@Lilylikecom]

aww thank you! I'm curious to see where I'm going to end up as well, haha.

[@strongbodystrongmiind]

ABSOLUTELY IN LOVE WITH YOU AS A PERSON... you’ve opened my eyes a lot. wow... you’re definitely getting my subscription.

[@elladameloyan3055]

Oh, Lilia the whole story you have told in this video have changed so much in my psycho, since I am at my 4th year in the university, and I even do not know what I am going to do with my life next, I was afraid to scrutinize something new, you have been my inspiration since I have known you and that was I guess 2 years ago, but after your inoculative speeches you start to be the sole inspiration and I feel like everything will be great with my life, as I have faith, ambition and confidence, which are the most important things to possess in a life journey. Thank you for your videos, for sharing and trusting your personal life to those who really are in need of it, thank you for making more and more people rely on their own abilities and just go ahead to do the staff they are in love with! ))))

[@tmend00]

Girl I know exactly what you mean !! I recently moved to Abu Dhabi/UAE from Canada. My mom was also an immigrant to Canada, originally from Guatemala. She moved without knowing the language and with no support. Moving to a new country has made me appreciate the sacrifices of all immigrant parents. Even though I moved to UAE with a job already in place, it's still scary and I find myself feeling very lonely at times. I totally understand the feelings you're going through !! xoxo

[@badbodydouble]

You're an inspiration Lilia. You're so talented, intelligent and kind - the world is your oyster, and I can't wait to see what the future brings for you. Big love from the UK! ♡

[@mariagiuliacastiello6342]

It's weird to hear your thoughts about the experience abroad because i'm leaving in the exact same feeling but with Groningen. I moved from Italy to The Netherlands to study abroad for 1 semester that actually became 1 year and before going back home for the holidays i was facing a phase where i knew that my home town is not my place anymore but at the same time i was missing my old friends and my old life. Going back for Christmas has been a huge help because i guess sometimes you need to see your family and friends, just to feel a little bit more confident with yourself and with the journey that we are facing. It was the first time that i was moving abroad, on my own, in a country without my home language. Now that my journey is almost done i know that i will have to finish my degree but then it will be the beginning of a new chapter, like the one that i'm living right now. I just wanted to tell you this, it was a bit weird to hear my exact thought from a mouth of a different person ahahah. I hope that now you're feeling a bit better and always remember that there's always somebody mentally with you. xx Mariagiulia

[@cathielong9263]

Lilly the way you are feeling is totally ok. Make a plan, decide what makes you happy and go for it. If that plan doesn't work move to the next. I promise it will work out in the end. You are just laying the foundation for your future. Stay encouraged. I was a mom at 17, got my degree in my late thirties because I had to raise my daughter. I often felt like a failure but today at 50 I run my own small business and my daughter at 33 is doing very well also. Parents are happy when their children are happy. 💞💕

[@Lilylikecom]

+Cathie Long thank you! Your story is inspiring! That’s why i don’t believe in making plans, reality turns out differently every time ;)

[@katylopez2407]

I’m so glad that I found your channel. I was looking one day for a everyday routine for a law and I came across your channel. You are an inspiration and I admire you very much. Keep up the great work, whatever you are doing to make this work, even though you have a very very busy life, it’s amazing.

[@TABI2110]

the squirrel twerking and you dancing (lol 2.1) was everything xD

[@NLBrooke]

I love how you upload those on Monday! On Tuesday, I have a day from 6AM till 7PM and these vids always motivate me to still rock! Love u Lilia

[@otionirevomoun]

You're such an inspiration! I love that you want to follow your heart, that is so important. And you have what we call in German "Fernweh", you long for the unknown and that is always a wonderful feeling. Love you

[@angelajulienne3122]

Hi Lilia ! I always love all your vlogs but this one was special. In this one you shared your experience of living far from family and friends. I have been living in France for 4yrs now and my family is back home in the Seychelles! 😢 recently started finally down because I feel like nobody knows the real me and those who do are not here. And somehow you put words on what I was feeling. In someway it has helped. I’m glad you talked about it 💜 good luck for exams !

[@shemolmisra]

Lilia, you'll certainly get through all difficulties. You are such a strong person and have always found a way to better yourself and grow more. I hope all your dreams and aspirations in life get fulfilled.

[@Pandalovesleopard]

Hi Lilia ! I can totally relate to your skin concerns, so let me give you a few tips. 1) For cleansing, I use a gentle non foaming cleanser... such as the Kiehl's one for sensitive skin. It changed the whole game for me. I didn't like it at first because I did not fell like my skin was clean enough. But it doesn't dehydrate it. Which is what you want to avoid! 2) I layer moisturizers. I always prefered creamy, thick products, but they tend to sit on the skin. I have a hydrating lotion that I use morning and night and a serum that I use at night, both under a thick product that will seal it in. Don't shy away from oils, they're really good at locking the moisture in and antiaging. 3) Hyaluronic Acid everything. A must for dehydrated skin. PS: I don't like gel type products. I feel like they just give you a little something that evaporates right away because it doesn't have the ability to seal the ingredients in. I have acne prone skin. Cystic acne and all that. Dehydration is my worst enemy and gel types are no allies of mine in this fight. They just do nothing for me ._.

[@jessicazhu1799]

After hearing your stories of your mother and yourself, and I feel so touched cause I have the same situation right now, applying for MSc programme in France and get started for a new separated life from before. I wish to keep up with my dream and try my best whatever the last situation will be. And I hope you can be considerate of your choice and every bad mood will vanish someday in the future. smile:)

[@adrealinadogotari818]

Hey! That’s such a pleasure to watch your videos and I pretty much understand the ideas of being along in a foreign country,even if you have some new friends, although absence of old and dearest ones is felt really bad! Be strong and think about the idea that you almost find yourself and the country you feel like home and it is amazing!

[@NE-cd8gd]

Law school is intense and can be stressful so of COURSE you can take a break from KZbin and focus on school. We will always be here and we can wait for your return❤️ I wish you all the best! Love from New York 😘

[@Erica-vy7ol]

I have the same problem re: skin! I would recommend hylauronic acid, I know The Ordinary has an affordable option, and my favorite (I think worth the price) is SkinCeuticals Hydrating B5 gel after washing your face and before applying moisturizer-- try a richer one for fall/winter. As my dermatologist told me, I would avoid washing your skin in the morning w/ cleanser, just rinse it with warm water and pat dry-- it's not necessary if you clean your skin before bed to use cleanser in the morning and will just strip it dry. And maybe exfoliate twice a week! Also be sure to avoid super hot showers, and blasting the heater too high, and try using a humidifier which will make the air in your home less dry! Best of luck xx

[@ADea-hp3uz]

Of course I'm gonna miss your vlogs, but I totally get it. Take your time, chill out and relax. Good luck with your exams, you can do it, I believe in you! Thanks for sharing your story, it's very brave of you. 😘

[@ValentineDelrue]

Hi Lilia! A few months ago I suddenly had very bad acne, probably due to physical & emotional stress and lack of sleep. What saved my skin was ORGANIC ROSE WATER, you just apply it with a cotton pad multiple times a day or in the morning and at night. Other than that, sleep and drinking water really do help, but I know how hard that can be as a student... I hope it gets better but obviously you are beautiful and amazing no matter what

[@aleksandranikolic5944]

Omg haha wikipedia breakdowns of complex law issues - is MY JAM. Best wishes for your exams lovely!

[@tsukadayayoi9161]

I really enjoyed the long weekly blog and I want more !lol Every little thing you might think boring such as videos of biking to uni is interesting for those who living in different places and dreaming to study abroad one day like me!! I love your videos! ily ps. i think your shopping in the video was winning, too!

[@MrsBrittanyGold]

I agree, DC is expensive but there are many other places in the US that are cheaper, however the two major cities LA and NY are very expensive as well. BUT you are going to only grow with your businesses so by the time you make the move, you will be making more money. Follow your heart Lily, you got this. If anyone can do it, you can!

[@LumoLomu]

Honestly, I get what it feels like having these feeling that you need to do something and I really do think that you should follow your intuition. You are a very successful woman and deserve to get the most out of your life and experiences. Do what you feel and think will be the best for you emotionally and physically. Don't worry about having the people you love far away from you. My sister moved to the US( btw we are from Brazil) 5 years ago when she was 18 for university and she's been there since then. I haven't seen her in 3 years and it really kills me not having her around but whenever I talk to her and see she is happy with her job and life it's all worth it. I miss having her around but her happiness and success comes first as it should. You do you, girl. Love your videos and the energy that you have and give out to the world. Love ya

[@ジョウクレア]

you never fail to make me happy🌈 thank you putting so much effort into KZbin, your blog, etc. it’s so inspiring to watch you work hard in all aspects of your life!! and I totally understand if you need to take a break, just remember to take care of yourself💡 ily x

[@HebaAhmed-xf5qb]

You are my true inspiration at school, whenever I feel down I re-watch your videos especially the one you are studying in. keep the good work and stay beautiful. All love from Egypt.

[@tinaperijneac9191]

You are such a strong person. I moved from Portugal to study in the Netherlands and I regularly feel alone as well, not because of lack of people but because how attached I am to my old friends and I cannot fit in the new routine and feel comfortable being myself around new and different people. I admire you courage to study one year in another continent, you are so determined and that is a huge quality of yours that inspires me. By the way love the DC diaries, looking forward for the next videos :)

[@isabellelovesdroppie]

Tina Perijneac at which University do you study in the Netherlands? I also study in the Netherlands

[@heloou]

DC diaries are like the best thing in my life right now! :D I really wanna support you and the work you’re doing so that you could live your dream there :)

[@D89Bizor]

I am right there with you. I am in my second year of Law School in the U.S. and I always feel overwhelmed and alone(i am in school in another state). I hope your finals go well.

[@TT-kc8pv]

Hello Lilia! I can relate to parts of your last story and I haven’t found someone who felt the same until you. I definitely have similar feelings right now as I’m preparing for my own exchange studies this coming spring. One of the many reasons for my move was to discover what I really felt for my home country and if I saw myself living the rest of my life here. I do, of course, am grateful for my life here, for having a decent environment to live and study. But there’s just nothing much to keep me rooted here and growing up, there were so many instances I felt foreign despite having lived here all my life. Having said that, I don’t mean that I thought the grass is always greener on the other side. I just hope that my experiences abroad for the better part of the year will help me decipher my mixed feelings and provide some sort of closure and future direction. My mom too, moved for a better life and knowing that she’s done that before and how difficult it was for her, made me realised that you can make things work if you really wanted to. I think part of it is about taking things in our stride and it’s okay to have ambitions while not knowing where you’re headed for. Life takes us by surprise at every turn and hopefully it’ll all work out for you! I’m now spending the last month before I’m due for exchange and I have so many burning questions that I don’t have concrete answers to. I think I will have some inkling of it when I’m abroad next year. Just wanted to share this, just so you know you’re not alone in feeling this way. P.S. I have exams on the 5th and 7th too. All the best!

[@Katjjjes]

You're such an inspiring person, I'll definitely start studying after the video. I can absolutely understand how you don't feel like going back to the Netherlands. I was born in Hungary and I never felt like home there. I was planning to start a new life in an English-speaking country after finishing my bsc, then an opportunity came to move to Germany. After 2 months of learning the language I moved. The first 2 years were hell, I was so depressed, but somehow I managed and worked really hard and started msc last year. After that everything turned around and now I can tell that I found my place. I have amazing opportunities, and people really respect all the work I put into the transition. Being far from the family and friends is never easy, but they understand that it's better for me here. However you decide I'm pretty sure you'll make the best out of it! And some skin-tips from someone who has paper as skin: coconut oil can cause breakouts for some people. You should try jojoba, argan or rosehip oil. My skin is very allergic and dry and they do wonders, I just layer them over the moisturizer day and night. I also purchased Cosrx aha 7 whitehead power liquid that I use 2-3 times a week that gets rid of the flakiness and it's pretty inexpensive ;)

[@orangepjs3212]

Thank you for always sharing your life and your personal stuff :) You encourage and inspire us, your viewers, to be much better people. Whenever I study or dress up, I’m often reminded of you because you ALWAYS dress good and you give it your all in law school. It makes me think, “Look at lily! Can’t you be a more presentable person like her?!” Haha but it’s really true. Please continue to be our inspiration! We will always support you ;) Love ya! ♡

[@albanycedeno1108]

Girl, I heard you! I study in the US too. When I recently moved it was hard because I didn't really have anyone. I understand the feeling of being alone without close friends and family.

[@kmoralification]

the last bit really got to me because I'm going through the same thing kind of. i moved to London from the states for grad school and sometimes i do feel alone and then i think about my mom (she moved to america for a better life) and now that I'm over here, I compare my life to hers cause i'm falling in love with london lol so i don't know where i want to be in the future but i can see myself here. It's just hard mostly when you're alone and want to be in two places at once. love your videos! and thank you for sharing this :) xx

[@Malaury14]

I started my fourth year of university this year to get a master degree in Langage sciences, and you've been so helpful, seeing you working so hard to get what you want motivate me so much, I've became so much stronger and confident in my work! I wanted to say thank you for your content, your kindness and your generosity ! And we'll be glad to have you here in Paris, I need to hear your french accent ! Love from France (and sorry for my english 😂) 😘

[@wanieatta]

Every video I feel like I get to know you a little more,like how you’re so personable in your videos..love you ❤️❤️

[@Natalia-np8oq]

Don't worry girl! I can imagine that when you look in the future you hesitate about how is it going to look and how will you manage, but I can ensure you that it will settle down somehow. Just keep smiling and brethe deeply. You are very percious to universe for what you are doing and for sure it will help you achive your beutiful goals... Love you to the moon and back!

[@susann.1618]

I loved the curly-furry teddy-bear coat you tried on early in the video, when shopping w/your friend. I also, glad you got the blue velvet blazer and I thought it looked awesome with the black outfit. As for your dry skin ... Aveeno Positively Radiant products, you can get at CVS, Walgreens, Target, any store. It is a very good brand for dry scaly skin, it almost looked like you had eczema, which is caused by stress, which you currently have with your class load requirements these next two weeks and the pressure to keep up your grades and your feelings of loneliness that you talk about at the end of your vlog. This is all completely normal and really comes up (emotionally) during this holiday period. You are doing the right thing to talk about it. I don't think you have to worry one bit about how you are going to make your future plans happen. I remember when you wanted to take the one-week study abroad which you did, and then you wanted to do the semester abroad, which you did, and then you wanted to do the one-year abroad - which you are now doing! So you do not have to spend any time worrying about that because when the time is right, you will make it happen. Good luck on your studies these next few weeks. I have been there...many of us have, you will do absolutely great! Thanks for your wonderful vlog today. :)

[@SchoolAccount1129]

You’re videos are such a treat to watch while I drag myself through finals. Also that all black outfit is 🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@bronaghkatemcgeary8589]

I really love your blogs and I literally watch them all, but this one really resonated with me. Your feelings about not wanting to go back to the Netherlands and feeling like no-one really knows you is exactly how I feel a lot. I moved around constantly when I was growing up and now as I student I keep having to move to different countries as part of my degree. It's honestly one of the hardest things to do by yourself and a lot of people don't realise how daunting and psychologically difficult it is.That being said, I truly feel that if you don't feel at home somewhere you should move to where you feel right. I don't feel in the right place where I am now, but I know where I do and that's where I'm aiming for. This is such a long comment, but I just wanted to say that it's such a normal feeling you're having and it's totally okay and a lot of us are in the same boat!

[@brooklynsites5832]

You are so sweet and kind, and very passionate as well. Good luck on your exams and work hard, but also find a balance with having peace and rest. You deserve a good break and time to rest, do not be too hard on yourself. Love your videos, and everything you put into them is fun to watch and hear about, so keep doing you girl!

[@chika9852]

This is my first comment to you. I've watched your videos for a year. Although I'm just a girl living in small city of island country, you expanded my world. You always give me great motivation. I wanna be like you. I also want to go abroad but it's not easy... I might be able to understand what you're feeling just a little bit. Anyway, I support you whatever happens, and love you. xx

[@SimiLoves]

I literally love your vlogs so much. You inspire me in every single video you make. I started making videos because of you to be honest. I wish you all the best in university! :)

[@_ijoux]

your fall/winter look book is so creative, i love it !

[@Lilylikecom]

aw thank you! xo

[@revivednerd]

you are truly inspiring

[@briannal72429]

This cold/dry DC weather is no joke, trust me! I've lived here since I was a child and still find myself shocked at my skin's reaction each year. Anyways, I would highly recommend Josie Maran's face butter. Some say it makes their face feel greasy but I disagree. It moisturizes my face so well and has become my sole moisturizer for this season. It's quite pricey but so worth it! Good luck!!!

[@emiliedyreborg2784]

I've suffered a lot from acne ever since the early teens and up until now (I'm 24). And the colder it gets, the worse it got and I got really dry patches as well. And thinking it was because of oily/combination skin I always used products for that (exfoliating a lot etc). I recently switched my whole skin care routine to extra hydrating products, because I found that hydration helps a lot with both my acne and the dry patches. The whole hydration-range from Avené really saved my life (along with drinking a f*** ton of water of course). And I find that water dry out my skin as well, so I use coconut oil after every shower as well. Hope you figure it out soon - cause it can really decreases ones self-confidence by a lot.

[@ralucam.8392]

Dear Lilya, i wanna thank you for opening to us. I really admire you for your work till now, all the journey till DC. You have alot of courage to make such big decisions. I moved recently in switzerland, and i got customed with my worklife and routine here, but i feel that you make soo hard friends here( like real ones) and i always have that empty space somehow. Aren't you afraid you will be so too? Although congratulations for everything you achieved! Chapeau! Kisses :)

[@Lilylikecom]

+Ralu Mihu i don’t let fear stop me from doing what i think is best for me and would make me happy. Always think: what would i do if i wasn’t afraid? Fear is a useless emotion.

[@ayeshaa3526]

you're so inspirational and your aesthetic makes me so happy omg!

[@lialia385]

Everytime I lose my motivation to study or get some work done, i watch your videos... I especially love your „study with me“ videos. Going to watch one of them now to get some work done 😜

[@JayPalfrey]

come to LONDON! then i can help you shoot for your blog! haha, amazing video again Lily

[@ohhireneexo]

You have the cutest 90s inspired style! 😍

[@ttmoore8750]

Hi, when you were talking about the whole immigrating to either USA, Paris Or London. I felt where you were coming from the whole 'what's keeping me here? / do I belong here?'. These are feelings I felt at my new university, failure with securing jobs and other things that come with life. It was helpful to hear it from another female talk about this in a way its okay to not know where your gonna end up, and how I'm going to get there. I'm myslef thinking about learning in another country and work is my main pain too. Keep up with the great content, see ya in 2 weeks.

[@yasmineamelia6169]

Hey girlie, I've lived in London the past three years and it is the best city to be in, but because it's so big it can also feel super lonely sometimes. It's definitely a good place though, however still ridiculously expensive. Just moved back to Groningen to do my law degree and after that I'll see where life takes me. I feel like I don't belong anywhere in a sense that - after a while - I just get bored and need to be somewhere else. I don't know if you feel that way but I'm sure that, whatever you do, you'll do great things.

[@hanenkj1558]

I just would like to say that i loooove your vlogs and your energy, it does motivates me and i totally understand you and support you i have my sister that did immigrate to paris and she had the same feelings of being lonely. I think you will have a bright and successful life and career 😘

[@sarabozic9065]

you give me a lot of motivation to study. i love your videos. good luck on your exams

[@alliethomas3849]

Your videos motivate me so much!! You're so pretty and have a great attitude 24/7!! You're tackling life amazingly!! I'm currently battling through finals with you girl, so I feel your pain!! Also for dry patches I rub a little bit of Vaseline on it and it helps me!! Love your videos!!

[@thecoociez]

Hey, Lilia! I can relate to your current situation about moving back to the Netherlands. I moved this summer also to a different country to do my bachelors, and at one point, it is hard, and I miss my friends from my home country, as well as my family, although I have made many new friends here, I still miss my old ones, who have known me for ages. On the other note, I'm not considering going back home, after I'll finish my degree abroad, cause I feel the same as you, there's nothing holding me back there, I mean yes, friends and family, but I feel like in this situation I need to be a bit selfish, and think about a place, where I'd be genuinely happy. But anyways, love you girl, you're such a motivation and keep going!!!

[@TheAggie2309]

I can totally relate- I'm French but have been living in the US for a few years now and I love it here. Home will always be Paris but, alike you, I don't see opportunities for me there so I'm staying in the United States for now (and hopefully for the years to come). I think you'd love London! I did my undergraduate degree there (now in grad school) and absolutely adored the city; I see myself moving back there eventually! And don't let the language barrier stop you from moving to Paris if that's where you want to go. I have a few non-French friends who live there and work for international companies like L'Oréal where you're not necessarily required to speak French, depending on your position. Follow your dreams, girl! And explore while you're young, don't settle too quickly! If you want to chat some more, send me a message! I'm happy to share my experience with you, if that's any help! Sending you love from Seattle, WA

[@patti2870]

Hey Lily, I have always struggled with dry skin and since some months am having oily skin in the T-zone, so my face is a mess. I recommend using the Dramatically Different Moisturizing Cream from Clinique on the dry patches and never coconut oil, as it is too heavy for the skin and therefore clogs your pores. Also, don't exfoliate more, it will make the skin even drier. For the oily parts I would keep on exfoliating gently but I still haven't found a great solution. I hope this helps you!

[@anushkabhatt4067]

Hey You are such a great inspiration for me. I love watching your videos and see your life in DC. You have such a great family and you can be proud on yourself. 💕💕 love you

[@harpreetk2006]

So motivating and full of such positive energy!! Loving the DC Diaries!!

[@shieladietsche7167]

I had so dry skin few weeks ago. I used a sheet mask every night, always put some serum on my skin, wore as less make up as possible and drank lots and lots of water! My skin got better so quick

[@cindydownard]

The part at 5:15 is soo funny. You and Gia are sooo cute. You both bring out the best of each other, I'm sooo giggling by myself!!! Love the positive energy!! (Sad for those who fell: (

[@mvmarti1]

omg i have the same feeling about changing countries. I emigrated from southamerica to the netherlands, and even though i feel exactly like you, I am pretty sure I did the right thing. Follow your gut!

[@jacqueslouise8740]

Just waiting for your video all week long! such a huge fan of you and your videos! Thanks for your support and I'll always be yours

[@bend1916]

Just finished my last exam for this year!! Good luck for your exams Lilia Xx (and everyone else who still has exams to do)

[@Tina_Anton]

Coconut oil is comedogenic, try jojoba oil instead! Although I personally prefer rosehip oil or sth with Vit E. I suggest layering your skincare: use a hyaluronic acid serum, then a lightweight moisturiser that you know doesnt break you out and then an oil (or you can mix some oil drops in your moisturiser)! Also, and I know this is tough, try to remove your makeup when you're home immediately and then begin moisturizing (even better, because u have plenty of time for each product to sink in). A toner might help too (clarins does a great one with chamomile, or perhaps u can try sth as simple as rosewater)! And definitely exfoliate, a mild lactic acid based exfoliator would be ideal. On another note, I'm addicted to your vlogs, u kick ass!

[@Lilylikecom]

no, virgin coconot oil is actually non-comedogenic! Only processed coconut oil is comedogenic. Hyaluronic acid is already something that I use, but I didn't that much of a difference. I prefer BHA & AHA for my skin. For toner I don't really like Clarins, because it contains more agressive ingredients. Thanks for the tips tho!

[@Tina_Anton]

If you use a lot of AHA's and BHA's perhaps you're over-exfoliating (that's why I mentioned lactic acid, which is a more moisturising AHA than others), so you need to put moisture back into your skin, and hyaluronic acid helps with that, especially since u can find it mostly in serum form. Also, the chamomile toner I mentioned is formulated without alcohol and it's why I suggested it (because most toners from most brands tend to be aggravating, I have sensitive, acne-prone skin myself, so I try to look for more soothing fomulas). I ran a beauty blog and a beauty site for years. Hope your skin comes to!

[@katerinav.5607]

When I feel I have a dry skin, I put on Bio olive oil - extra virgin before sleep or during day when I stay at home and it helps more than coconut oil for me 🙂💛

[@AW00F]

try baby oil for dry skin. for both acne and dryness try aloe vera gel or rose water, both also help with redness

[@TheCaecilia11]

feeling you with all the studying right now!love your vlogs!I'd love to see some Christine footage as well when all the exams are over❤❤

[@Lilylikecom]

+TheCaecilia11 who is christine lol

[@TheCaecilia11]

+LilyLikecom hahaha autocorrect fail😂😂😂Christmas 🎄🎄

[@Lilylikecom]

I really don't like christmas lol

[@imanx2614]

Take a break Lilia and come back with aaaaaamazing content again! Would loooooove to see a closet tour!

[@14Minnies]

i was just about to comment about the ordinary, i ordered their oil and i put it on before foundation and it's so nice, no dryness at all! I had really bad dry patches before where the foundation would cling onto it and it was so gross, so i'm pretty happy with this oil!

[@Cristina-rr9rf]

I relate to your story so much lily! I think you should explore and live here for awhile for the opportunities! You can do so much here and although it is expensive (I’m moving to nyc so I understand lol) it’ll be worth it bc you’ll be happier ❤️

[@alexiswright5694]

There is a moisturizer called Ponds that comes in small pot and can be found at the drug store. I suffer from eczema in the colder seasons and it really helped my skin! They have a cleanser + moisturizer.

[@kamarae.2444]

Babe! Try pure aloe vera oil, it is amazing for your skin. London and Paris are literally 1000 times more expensive than DC and are way more stressful to navigate because of how incredibly populated they are. Everyone is always stressed and rushing, don't do it!

[@zofiasalamucha2584]

I love your DC diaries, your style, your personality, hope you gonna feel good wherever u will be, greetings from Poland!!! ;*

[@nadinenguyen9472]

Thank you for sharing about you wanting to stay in the U.S. it made me feel really close with you. Always follow your heart 💗

[@lenka6860]

Waarom ben je toch zo motiverend😍😍😍

[@yousraannabi4920]

I totally know what it feels like when you have to choose between what makes you feel more successful and ambitious on one hand and your family on the other hand. This is my current situation too ! It is exciting to pursue my dreams and reach my goals but also I feel l I am being selfish to only think about my self even though my family are supporting me..

[@totallytazz]

You should try argan face oil. It's amazing for severely dry skin, I use it every night before bed and it soaks into my skin overnight. Definitely try it!!!

[@TheLifeOfEffy9]

I have the same type of skin! I would also wonder how the hell I could have dry patches with my acne prone skin. It would always start in the cold and dry weather. Its actually a microbacteria that appears dry, but kinda eats the grease on your face. A pharmacist actually explained it to me (and I am in med school so its no joke :) ) Hope that makes sense, haha. Just remember to not put greasy things on your face, cause that will excacerbate it! Keep hydrating a lot, but with products meant for greasy skin, and clean and wash your face every night. The patches should go away. I havent had them anymore. Remember that you still have the greasy/acne prone skin type. Hope this helps!

[@Lilylikecom]

+Fien De Backer this is the first comment that actually makes sense to me (although i am not a med student or anything, i did quite some research on chemicals used in beauty products/acne issues because it interested me). Thanks so much!

[@TheLifeOfEffy9]

LilyLikecom You're welcome! Love your videos!

[@languagesenrose5934]

I love the style of video! Your eyes are so pretty! Lovely video, I really love your channel!

[@kiminthekitchen]

A good thing is pure Argan oil on your face at night. It helps so much with dry skin. And it won’t clog your pores

[@aleysonhuesgen4349]

Hey Lily, I loved this vlog (OMG and your new Self-Portrait dress). My skin also suffers with major dryness in the winter since moving to DC, and I've found that l'Occitane's Creme Divine range works miracles on my skin and keeps it super hydrated without being oily. It's a bit spendy but TOTALLY worth it!

[@aditisen4064]

It was me! I commented that haha.I hope I can be half of an organised mess as you are

[@jyndocu]

Your mother and you are such an amazing woman!

[@xonidzxs1110]

Lilia we support you no matter What!!

[@chiarap5465]

Loved the vlog! I feel you about the exam stress. We can do it! Try pure argan oil for dry skin xo