The Inkey List Polyglutamic Acid Dewy SPF 30

The Inkey List Polyglutamic Acid Dewy SPF 30

Oh how I wish The Inkey List existed when my skincare journey started over twenty years ago. Navigating around drugstore shelves circa 2000 only led me to overstripping my skin with acids I knew nothing about (and definitely did not…

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Boosting My Vitamin C Efforts With The Dermalogica Biolumin-C Gel Moisturizer

Boosting My Vitamin C Efforts With The …

Those of you exploring a skincare routine that extends beyond simple cleansing and moisturizing, know these basic ingredient requirements: Hyaluronic Acid for hydration, Niacinamide for pore refining, Alpha and Beta Hydroxy Acids for varying levels of surface exfoliation, Retinoids for…

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My Lisbon Airport Euro Pharmacy Skincare Haul

My Lisbon Airport Euro Pharmacy Skincare Haul

If you follow me on Instagram, you probably know that I took my first international flight last week in over two years. And, while life in Poland and Germany is nowhere near back to normal, Lisbon Airport seemed to be…

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Favorite Everyday Face Sunscreens – Summer 2020

Favorite Everyday Face Sunscreens – Summer 2020

This is what I’ve learned over twenty years of using skincare products: finding a favorite everyday sunscreen isn’t easy. It can be even more elusive than pinning any favorite serum, cleanser or eye cream. It’s the most difficult. Luckily, the…

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Check Out My Q&A With Dermstore!

Check Out My Q&A With Dermstore!

Hey ya’ll cool cats and kittens! Recently, I got to chat with the amazing team at Dermstore, which just went live yesterday. Click here to check out my product highlights, the best pasta recipe I learned during the pandemic, and…

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New From First Aid Beauty: Tinted Mineral Sunscreen, Brightening Eye Cream, and an Oil-Control Moisturizer

New From First Aid Beauty: Tinted Mineral …

Were I asked to sum up First Aid Beauty, the overall synopsis would be: an extensive line up that won’t overwhelm you at an approachable price point. The formulas embody ‘basic done well.’ My current favorites include the FAB Pharma…

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The Father’s Day Gift You Will Want To Keep For Yourself

The Father’s Day Gift You Will …

Father’s Day is almost two weeks away so mark calendars for June 16 and call Dad! If your plan includes a thoughtful gift, there is no shortage of options in the ever growing grooming space. None, however, is as impressive…

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Happy National Sunscreen Day! (plus 3 new facial SPF formulas you should try)

Happy National Sunscreen Day! (plus 3 new facial …

There is little debate about the importance and benefits of sunscreen. Using broad spectrum SPF every day is the only sure way to fight the inevitable aging process and reverse the damaging effects of environmental aggressors on our skin. Luckily,…

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