Serums are where skincare marketing gets loudest. Encapsulated this, clinically proven that, a study of thirty people. I test each one for weeks, layered under moisturizer and alongside the rest of my actives. Then I compare the INCI against my results to see whether the star ingredient elevated my experience and delivered what it promised.
This is where I review all of it: retinoids, vitamin C, peptides, hyaluronic acid, PDRN, and whatever is trending next.
Ready for retinoids? Start with the retinal serums that actually delivered.
Dehydrated skin? Here are the best hyaluronic acid serums at every price point.
(You should try both. But I have a favorite.) My first encounter with Doctor Rogers was via a small tube of the Restore Healing Balm. It’s a great ointment, claiming to be “better” than Aquaphor, but since I’m a die-hard…
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Membership-based skincare with bold claims—what’s inside the formulas, and are they any good? The concept behind Beauty Pie couldn’t be more simple—or more brilliant. Think of it as a beauty membership club where you can buy premium skincare, makeup, and…
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This Estée Lauder ANR launch is designed to soothe, smooth, and restore skin overnight. Yes, it’s actually different. Laser-focused on boosting our skin’s energy levels overnight, the Estée Lauder Advanced Night Repair range has a cult following for good reason.…
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Exfoliating serums needed a reset. SkinCeuticals delivered one. A couple of years ago, I spent three glorious, relaxing, and indulgent weeks in Europe. During this time, self-care consisted mainly of enjoying copious amounts of great food, truly memorable outings with…
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The only five Vitamin C serums I’d recommend if you want brighter, stronger, healthier-looking skin. After sunscreen and retinoids, Vitamin C has become an indispensable staple in my skincare routine. My introduction to this potent antioxidant was through Cellex-C’s iconic…
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A gel-oil serum that hydrates and brightens. We probably all associate Jones Road with makeup. But those already familiar with the brand know that most formulas combine pigment play with skincare benefits. Bobbi Brown may be all about chic minimalism…
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Luxury skincare fatigue is real. But this one surprised me. A sleek box from Violet Grey arrived unexpectedly, which instantly piqued my interest. Inside, a bottle of Cell Forté Serum, formulated by Angela Caglia, the Los Angeles based master aesthetician with…
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The brand puts real skincare into a hand cream, and it shows. 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…
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