Personal Care & Style Questions

I’ve noticed that different companies have varying expectations around dress code, and I’m curious how adhering to or challenging these norms might affect career growth. In my current job, the dress code seems informal, but I wonder if dressing more formally could open new doors or influence how colleagues and managers perceive me.

I work in a hybrid, client-facing role and like wearing a subtle fragrance, but I’m worried about coworkers’ allergies, scent-free policies, and coming across as unprofessional. What are practical guidelines for choosing and applying personal scents at work, how do I test workplace tolerance, when should I avoid fragrance entirely (interviews, client visits, meetings in...

I have visible tattoos and am aiming for promotions in a client-facing role

I often have only 5–10 minutes between virtual meetings. What practical, low-mess touch-up routines can help me look and feel polished on camera (hair, face/skin, teeth/breath, and clothing)? Which compact products or tools are worth keeping at my desk or in a bag, and which one- or two-step fixes make the biggest visible difference on...

How do visible tattoos typically affect hiring, client trust, and promotion prospects across different industries and countries? What practical strategies have people used—covering tattoos, discussing them in interviews, tailoring wardrobe, or leaning into them as part of a personal brand—to minimize any negative impact or even turn them into an asset?

How do I style hair and choose accessories so headsets (over-ear, on-ear, and earbud) stay comfortable and still look professional for video calls, client visits, or long shifts? Looking for practical tips for different hair lengths and textures, people who wear head coverings, quick morning routines that avoid headset marks, accessory choices that don’t interfere...

Looking for reputable clinics and realistic expectations for permanent makeup (microblading, eyeliner, lip tint) to cut down on daily makeup before back-to-back video calls. Where can corporate professionals find licensed technicians, what certifications and hygiene practices should be required, how long is typical downtime and fading, and is this a safe, workplace-appropriate option for conservative...

I enjoy wearing perfume/cologne as part of my personal style, but I work in a small open-plan office where a few coworkers have mentioned scent sensitivities and one past client reacted strongly. I also travel for client meetings and want to maintain a polished personal brand. How can I balance expressing my style with respecting...

With the rise of remote work, how can I ensure that my personal care and grooming habits positively impact my work-life balance and overall productivity? Are there specific routines or styles that can help boost my confidence and focus during virtual meetings?

For those who shifted from office work to full-time remote, how has it *really* impacted your daily grooming, personal care, and style habits? Beyond the ‘Zoom shirt’ stereotype, are there any unexpected wellness benefits (like healthier skin/hair) or drawbacks (like feeling ‘sloppy’ impacting mood)?

I’m on camera a lot for my remote job. How do people maintain a consistently professional appearance on video calls without dedicating an hour plus to hair and makeup every single day? Looking for smart, efficient tips for personal care and style that translate well on screen.

I’m feeling increasingly disconnected from human interaction. Professional networking and spontaneous workplace conversations seem to have vanished. Seeking genuine strategies to maintain social connections and professional relationships.

I used to spend 90 minutes commuting daily. Now that I work remotely, I want to use that extra time productively for personal or professional growth, but often just end up working more or scrolling social media. Ideas?

Remote work blurs the line between personal and professional life. Have you ever had to set an unusual boundary with coworkers, family, or even yourself to keep things sane? What was it, and how did it go?