Where to Buy Toiletries and Beauty Products in Rome
While I don’t remember everything from the first weeks after I moved to Rome (it has been 3 years!!!!), I do remember that I seriously thought all Italians just bought their toiletries and beauty products either from the supermarket or the farmacia. When I was exploring the city, I simply never ran into a drugstore like we have them in the Netherlands (shoutout to Etos & Kruidvat) or like dm in Germany.
Of course, I was wrong. Rome actually has plenty of drugstores where you can buy all the things you would normally find in a store like this, and some of them are even better than the ones I am used to.
If you are looking for a drugstore in Rome to buy shampoo, shower gel, deodorant, skincare, makeup, cleaning products, or other everyday essentials, you are at the right address. In this article, I will tell you all about my favorite drugstores in Rome, what you can find there, and where to find them, so you know exactly where to go the next time you need to stock up on your toiletries or beauty products.
Where to Buy Stationery in Rome
If you are older than me, this might not be weird for you, but this is my first back-to-school season where I am actually not going to school anymore. Seeing all the signs with sales and whatnot made me a bit sentimental, while also eternally grateful that I don’t have to study for exams anymore.
Ever since I was a little girl, I have been obsessed with everything stationery. You cannot make me happier than with a beautiful notebook, a pen, or handy sticky notes where I can write my to-do list on (can you tell I am a Virgo?).
In Rome, there are some beautiful stationery stores, which carry everything from cute styles to classic leather goods. In this blog post, I will tell you all about where to find the best stationery in Rome. Even if you are not going back to school, sometimes you just have to treat yourself to a new pen.
Essential Apps for Rome: 5 Apps I Use All the Time
As you might have already guessed, the main purpose of this blog of mine is to make your life as easy as possible when coming to Rome. Of course, I also want to inspire you and make your trip as fun as possible, but helping people and sharing my Roman wisdom has always been my top priority.
After living in Rome for several years, I wanted to share a list of the apps I use the most and genuinely find helpful. Whether you are staying in the city or planning to take a day trip from Rome, these apps will definitely make your time in my favorite place a little easier.
Best student neighborhoods in Rome: where to live as an (international) student
My dear readers, maybe you already saw it on my Instagram, but since last week, I am officially no longer a student. I graduated from Sapienza with a 110/110, and I am now the proud owner of a Global Humanities degree. While I don't fall into the student category anymore, I lived the student life (minus the drinking) for three years here in Rome, and I can tell you all about the best student neighborhoods in Rome. Depending on which university you are going to attend, there are some amazing neighborhoods where students are concentrated, and if you find an apartment in one of these areas, I am sure you are going to have a great time.
Best English-Speaking Doctors in Rome (Clinics for Tourists & Expats)
I have lived in Rome for quite a while now, and sadly, I have had to use the healthcare system here a couple of times. Ranging from minor health concerns to more serious issues, I have visited both the emergency room and a private clinic. When it comes to your health, it is very important that there is as little of a language barrier as possible. That is why, in this blog post, I will tell you all about English-speaking healthcare clinics in Rome. Of course, I hope you won't need any of them, but if you do, you'll know exactly where to go if you ever need a doctor while you're in Rome.