I tested three formulas and there is a favorite. The demand for hypochlorous acid face mists shows no signs of slowing down. If you’ve somehow missed the enthusiasm surrounding facial sprays that smell faintly of bleach, now’s the time to…
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Caudalie Premier Cru gets a facelift—does it deliver on its anti-aging promises? Over the last decade, Caudalie hasn’t played a major role in my ride-or-die face care lineup. Well, maybe the Caudalie Grape Water, which I own in every size—but…
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A Chic, Moody Floral That’s Anything But Basic D.S. & Durga debuts Brown Flowers Eau de Parfum today, and if you’re picturing the “Florals… for spring? Groundbreaking.” line from The Devil Wears Prada, yeah, no. This is a whole different…
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The best 2-in-1 formulas for quick, frequent showers. When it comes to body washes, the idea of a 2-in-1 is appealing—to some. In the world of men’s grooming, this usually means a shampoo-body wash hybrid (questionable, at best). But what…
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The liquid step you didn’t know you needed. For a long time, I considered the liquid steps in a skincare routine optional. In most cases, toners or essences filled in gaps where other products fell short. In my twenties, the…
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Is the new formula right for you? If you keep up with skincare launches, you’ve probably noticed a growing trend: brands releasing richer versions of their existing eye creams. Whether it’s a response to customer feedback or an effort to…
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The Drugstore Essential for Dry Skin While I love indulging in a self-care ritual, sometimes going back to basics feels just as good—if not better. It all depends on what my skin needs, of course, but I’ve learned that simplifying…
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Nobody amplifies the feeling of “not doing enough” quite like social media. With an already overwhelming array of beauty products out there, constant reminders about the latest and greatest can leave even the most enthusiastic skincare lover feeling paralyzed. The…
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