H is for Haute – ALPHA-H Instant Facial

H is for Haute – ALPHA-H Instant Facial

Say ‘acid’ and my ears prick up. Put ‘glycolic’ in front of it and I need it. When I first encountered the Australian brand Alpha-H on a fellow blogger’s Instagram feed, I investigated it and became instantly intrigued. After receiving…

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Do you SUNcare? – L’ORÉAL PARIS Silky Sheer BB Lotion & Quick Dry Sheer Finish Spray

Do you SUNcare? – L’ORÉAL PARIS …

Shopping for sunscreen, especially during the summer, can be overwhelming to say the least. My ADD doesn’t allow me to focus on a two page menu, so seeing shelves full of sun block makes me want to just walk away.…

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Luxe Thy Pet – Gus and Kenzo pet grooming products

Luxe Thy Pet – Gus and Kenzo pet …

Exposure to newness is perhaps my favorite part of professional beauty blogging. Discovering new to me brands and products that are both different and impressive make for my most passionate posts. As a pet lover and owner of four cats…

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Show of Hands – essie SPA manicure set GIVEAWAY!

Show of Hands – essie SPA manicure set …

So…I’m so excited to be posting details on my very first GIVEAWAY! One lucky winner will receive the essie SPA 3- step hand care set along with apricot cuticle oil, a base coat, a top coat and my all time…

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Be Cool – The Body Shop Vitamin E Aqua Boost Sorbet

Be Cool – The Body Shop Vitamin E …

Seeing The Body Shop’s new skin care launch triggered two initial reactions: I never choose sorbet for dessert and anything infused with Vitamin E makes me think of winter. Intrigued by its pink color though, I decided I had to…

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Wait a minute! No, really.  – REN Flash Rinse 1 Minute Facial

Wait a minute! No, really. – REN Flash …

Rarely do I follow a product launch as intensely as I did the latest from REN. Flash Rinse 1 Minute Facial made a brief appearance in the UK earlier this year but after a quick re-package, the tube now stands…

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Survey Says… – Paula’s Choice Clinical 1% Retinol Treatment

Survey Says… – Paula’s Choice Clinical 1% Retinol …

Oddly enough (and lucky me), I only think about my age on the actual day of my birthday. Today’s the day! So why not talk about the #1 anti-aging ingredient, Retinol? Having filled prescriptions with varying strengths courtesy of NYC…

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H2Oh No You Didn’t – Cleansing Waters: BIODERMA, Koh Gen Do & MAC Mineralize

H2Oh No You Didn’t – Cleansing …

Whether you’re on location or don’t know your location, you’re a pro, on the go or simply have had one too many, you’ll still feel best with a clean face. Sink and faucet may appear hazardous and intimidating. Boy have…

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