First Impressions: Farmacy Honeymoon Glow

First Impressions: Farmacy Honeymoon Glow

This formula is no longer available as of January 2024. Please check out the updated Honey Glow by Farmacy here.  There certainly is no shortage of resurfacing acid treatments in the skincare space. We can pick and choose from among…

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Non-Millennial Tries: Glossier Solution Exfoliating Skin Perfector

Non-Millennial Tries: Glossier Solution Exfoliating Skin Perfector

Having navigated the P50 formula landscape the past few years, I’m no longer a stranger to acid toning. Since most recently, I had embraced and enjoyed impressive liquid exfoliants from tarte and REN, it was only fair that I dip…

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REN Ready Steady Glow Daily AHA Tonic

REN Ready Steady Glow Daily AHA Tonic

Entering the very trendy space of acid toners, REN recently launched the Ready Steady Glow Daily AHA Tonic, which provides yet another option to transform dull to radiant without any downtime. Having completed a solid trial run of the tarte…

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Recovery Mode feat. TATCHA Violet-C Radiance Mask

Recovery Mode feat. TATCHA Violet-C Radiance Mask

Having successfully bridged the gap between TV shopping and the luxury retail space, the Japanese beauty brand TATCHA has yet to leave my complexion underwhelmed. The latest launch of Violet-C Radiance Mask is, neither surprise nor exception. Recognizing my bias…

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African Botanics Infinite Resurfacing Mask

African Botanics Infinite Resurfacing Mask

Topping the all time favorite short list, African Botanics is easily my ride or die brand. Elegant, luxurious, and innovative, each formula is so pure and clean that my skin can’t get enough of the lush textures. Did I mention…

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ZOMG! Drunk Elephant Sukari Babyfacial

ZOMG! Drunk Elephant Sukari Babyfacial

Creating one game changer after another, Drunk Elephant tackles spa grade exfoliation with the latest launch of Sukari Babyfacial. As anticipated, it does not disappoint. Perhaps I’m slightly biased since I tend to gravitate toward acid laced formulas, but I…

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The Magic of Peel Pads – Use as Directed

The Magic of Peel Pads – Use as …

A couple of months ago, one of the most sought-after Hollywood facialists said to me “you’re overusing the peel pads, but otherwise have great skin.” Busted. I cover the slight redness with a tinted moisturizer, but the glow remains. Seriously!

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GOOP SKINCARE – Luminous Melting Cleanser & Exfoliating Instant Facial

GOOP SKINCARE – Luminous Melting Cleanser & Exfoliating Instant …

My spirit animal ever since I saw ‘Hush’ in theaters circa 1998 (a movie apparently nobody heard of), Gwyneth Paltrow has yet to steer me wrong. Her slow roasted tomatoes are one of my best culinary secrets, we shared a…

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