Podcast Summary
The Chisme Corner with Vee Rivera
Episode: "Smell Good, Feel Good, Be THAT Girl"
Date: December 10, 2025

Episode Overview

In this vibrant solo episode of The Chisme Corner, Vee Rivera hosts a bathroom-based, product-packed deep dive into all things scent and self-care. As 2025 winds down and with rebranding on her mind for 2026, Vee shares her unfiltered philosophy: when you can’t control the world, you can control how you look and feel—especially by caring for yourself, treating your skin, and curating your vibe through fragrance. This episode is all about how to "smell good, feel good, and be THAT girl," empowering listeners (her "baddies") to find their signature scent, master layering, and walk into the new year feeling refreshed, confident, and like the best version of themselves.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Year-End Self-Awareness and Rebranding

• Vee reflects on her annual urge to "rebrand" and level up (01:15).
• She emphasizes the importance of controlling how she feels and presents herself, even when life feels chaotic:
  • "The only thing that I can control is how I feel, how I feel about myself, how I look." (02:15)
• Dressing up, doing makeup, and smelling good have been tools in her mental health toolkit this year.
• Taking pride in self-presentation—even on rough days—is not vanity; it’s survival and self-love.

2. Vee's Guide to Smelling Good

The Science (and Joy) of Scent Layering

• Vee is recently obsessed with layering fragrances, seeing it as "a science":
  • "I've been putting together little formulas, and I don't know, this is just something that I've become really passionate about." (05:44)
• She stresses that product recs are real:
  • "I only ever really talk about products that I truly, truly love and use all of the time." (04:46)

Step-by-Step Routine: Layering for Longevity & Impact

1. Shower Essentials

   • Dove Spiced Chai Latte Body Wash (09:25)
     • Limited edition, cozy for winter.
     • Not overly sweet or foodie; perfect for the season.
     • "I love Dove. I'm a Dove girly till the death of me."
   • Note: Vee isn’t ingredient-obsessed—she goes for what feels and smells good, encouraging listeners to choose what's best for them.

2. Post-Shower Moisture

   • Palmer's Tahitian Vanilla Moisture Drenching Body Oil (07:36)
     • Vanilla base, helps lock in other fragrances.
     • So hydrating that even her man uses it!
     • "Be dry in the winter too... So I even got Joe to start using this, 'cause I was like, boy, stop. You cannot be crusty out in here."

3. Body Lotion

   • Hempz Treats Vanilla Crème Brûlée Delicious Body Lotion (from TJ Maxx) (11:25)
     • Not greasy, highly moisturizing, vegan.
     • Pairs perfectly after the oil.
     • "Joe literally compliments me all the time. He's like, you smell so good. Like, I just, I want to eat you now."

4. Special Occasions: Body Shimmer

   • Pearlescence Shimmer Body Oil (Coconut and Vanilla, from TJ Maxx) (15:09)
     • For parties, date nights, or just when you want to "look like a goddess."
     • Adds shine without overpowering scent.

5. Body Scrub (Bonus Layer)

   • Tree Hut Body Scrubs (Vanilla and Seasonals) (17:19)
     • Preps skin, matches the vanilla/gourmand vibe.

6. Fragrance Mists for Layering

   • Bath & Body Works "Snowflakes & Cashmere" Fine Fragrance Mist (19:24)
     • Notes: vanilla cashmere cream, caramel woods, frosted clementine.
     • Cozy, layering-friendly—“just brings everything together.”
   • Eos Cocoa Cashmere Body Mist (22:00)
     • Notes: cocoa, vanilla, marshmallow, sugared amber.
     • Warm, not overwhelming—Vee calls it "the perfect topping spray."

7. Perfume for Longevity

   • OAKCHA "That Girl Viral Vanilla" (Paul Reacts collaboration) (24:27)
     • Vanilla-forward, social-media hyped, not for everyone’s body chemistry.
     • “Our bodies are not ever gonna smell the same… but I will say, like, she doesn’t smell disgusting to me.” (25:45)

Fragrance Suggestions Beyond Vanilla

• Light De Coco Perfume (Ulta) (26:13)
  • Soft, coconutty, "soft girl era" energy.
• Ariana Grande Mod Blush Perfume (27:55)
  • Floral, fruity, amber-woody—modern femininity.
  • Vee’s all-time favorite; always earns compliments.
• Snif x Monet McMichael "Rose Era" Perfume (31:31)
  • Fruity floral with rose, strawberry, pear, and clean laundry notes.
  • "Oh my God, you just smell like a badass... this is the fragrance of all baddies." (33:16)
  • Her signature, most-recommended scent.

3. Scent Theory and Product Philosophy

• Stick to similar scent "families" for layering—vanillas with vanillas, fruits with fruits—so nothing clashes.
• Seasonal vibes matter: cozy gourmands for winter, light florals and fruits for summer.
• Get creative at TJ Maxx and Marshalls: hidden gems, affordable finds, no gatekeeping!
  • "Why have y’all been gatekeeping this from me? Like, what did I ever do to y’all?" (10:41)

4. Empowerment and New Year Encouragement

• Scent, appearance, and routine can be forms of empowerment.
• Vee encourages all baddies to enter 2026 confident, with intention, and to pick a "word of the year" for focused manifesting.
  • "Write down, like, what are some of your goals? ... What you really want to bring into 2026 and leave all this—2025 can stay in 2025." (33:54)
• Hint of future episodes: drugstore beauty picks, live events, and more community engagement.

Memorable Quotes & Notable Moments

• "The only thing that I can control is how I feel, how I feel about myself, how I look..." (02:15)
• "I just want to smell good, and that's it." (10:05, on not stressing about ingredients)
• "When you smell good, you feel good, you look good. It really does change your whole mood." (33:35)
• "This is the fragrance of all baddies. Like, all of my baddies need to start wearing this because I'm telling you, it's going to change your life." (33:14, about Snif x Monet’s "Rose Era")
• "If you want to shine and shimmer every day of your life, go for it. Don't let me tell you otherwise." (17:59)

Timestamps for Key Segments

• 01:11 | Year-end reflections and the power of presentation
• 04:40 | How recommending products is genuine, not for show
• 05:40 | Passion for fragrance layering and "smell good science"
• 07:30 | Palmer's Tahitian Vanilla Body Oil demo
• 09:21 | Dove Spiced Chai Latte Body Wash thoughts (limited edition)
• 11:25 | Hemps Treats Vanilla Crème Brûlée Lotion (TJ Maxx find)
• 15:09 | Pearlescence Shimmer Body Oil (for special occasions)
• 17:19 | Tree Hut Vanilla Body Scrub and importance of matching notes
• 19:24 | Bath & Body Works "Snowflakes & Cashmere" Mist breakdown
• 22:00 | Eos Cocoa Cashmere Mist review and scent notes
• 24:27 | OAKCHA "That Girl Viral Vanilla" perfume & the role of body chemistry
• 26:13 | Light De Coco and evolving scent preferences
• 27:55 | Ariana Grande Mod Blush perfume details
• 31:31 | Snif x Monet McMichael "Rose Era"—the ultimate baddie scent
• 33:54 | 2026 encouragement: leave 2025 behind, manifest, choose your word
• 35:20 | Upcoming podcast plans: makeup, giveaways, live events

Takeaways

• Smelling good is simple self-care with a ripple effect—ease into 2026 with confidence by exploring scents that speak to you.
• Try Vee's layering recommendations for scents that last and feel luxurious on a budget.
• Community is key: share your own product faves, scent “recipes,” and take part in Vee’s interactive social media spaces.
• Stay tuned for upcoming episodes focused on makeup and more baddie routines!

Links to all discussed products will be in the episode’s description box. For demos, head to YouTube. For daily inspo, follow Vee on Instagram (@BeautifyMe) and @TheChismeCorner. Remember: Aquí no hay filters—only chisme, corazón, and community!