Growing up in Poland, the concept of Christmas stockings was completely foreign to me. It was something I only saw in American movies and sitcoms. Instead, we celebrated Saint Nicholas Day on December 6th, waking up to find little surprises…
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Self-care does not always have to look like luxurious spa days or elaborate skincare routines. For me, it’s about simplicity with a wow factor. While I might be particular about my choice of body wash and deodorant, I keep things…
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I’ll admit to experiencing some healthy skepticism when Nécessaire hinted at the launch of Hand Retinol. And if I’m being completely honest, I was a bit torn. I believe in and am fiercely loyal to retinoids’ efficacy in face care.…
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When I think of beauty collaborations, two categories come to mind: those meant to happen and those I didn’t see coming. The surprises are always fun, especially when an idea is quite a reach. So, when Susanne Kaufmann and BYREDO…
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Tis the season for salves, balms, and all-in-ones! I can’t be the only one excited about the lush, multi-tasking, mega-moisturizing formulas we can slather on our lips, cuticles, unexpected dry patches, even unruly eyebrows. Last week, the new True Botanicals…
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The July heat has just been brutal. With air conditioning working overtime—literally, twenty-four seven—I’ve also embraced cooler showers. And since I’m covered either in bug spray or sunscreen, I shower twice a day. Hence the rather selective approach to what’s…
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You may be surprised to know that body care products have always held only a passing interest for me. I’ve never been one to demonize foaming body washes or bar soap. To me, there is a time and place for…
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How is the summer over? And what has been up with the weather lately? As most of us are looking forward to crisper mornings and cozier long-sleeves (count me out on pumpkin spice anything though), my skincare routine shall be…
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