• The Loudest Thing About Sweet Chemistry Is How Well It Works

    I don’t like the phrase “industry disruptor.” To me it implies noise. And my …

  • European Sunscreens vs. American: What a Year in Madrid and 45 Bottles Taught …

    For as long as I’ve been obsessed with skincare, I’ve picked up a …

  • La Roche-Posay Nutritic Intense Rich: A First Impression Worth Writing Home About

    I recently picked up a La Roche-Posay moisturizer and was struck by its simplicity, which …

  • Serious Skincare Stole My Photo. Turns Out That’s Kind of Their …

    I hate writing this post. I detest conflict. But I refuse to roll over when …

  • Let’s Be CLEAR – Paula’s Choice Clear Ultra-Light Daily Mattifying Fluid SPF 30+

    Let’s Be CLEAR – Paula’s Choice …

    Guess what happened this week in the Greater New York City Area? Summer began. Think 90°F days with 90% humidity. Or the face melting kinda weather that makes you want to be nominated for the Ice Bucket Challenge. If you…

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    Peachy Keen! – Clarins Beauty Flash Balm

    Peachy Keen! – Clarins Beauty Flash Balm

    I openly admit to hoarding beauty products, but one skin care item I buy in 2-packs and stockpile is Clarins Beauty Flash Balm, which I live in fear will at some point be discontinued. This is in addition to the…

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    The Body Shop – Wild Argan Oil Body Care Collection

    The Body Shop – Wild Argan Oil Body …

    Bath and body product launches that inspire a relaxing ritual on a cold evening are the only reason I’m ok with Summer nearing an end. This Fall, I am all about the latest Wild Argan Oil collection from The Body…

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    Tea Time – FRESH Black Tea Age-Delay Skincare

    Tea Time – FRESH Black Tea Age-Delay Skincare

    With the summer almost over, stepping up the skincare game should be on everyone’s agenda. My Sunday night routine of the fresh Black Tea Instant Perfecting Mask is getting an upgrade as well. I am injecting my weekly treatment with…

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    Swept Off My Feet – Herbacin Foot Care

    Swept Off My Feet – Herbacin Foot Care

    We might be gearing up for the Labor Day weekend, but hopefully there is another month of open toe shoe weather ahead! Herbacin makes a Foot Care Starter Kit in a picturesque tin box that is a non-negotiable pre-requisite if…

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    FOR(d) MEN – TOM FORD Intensive Purifying Mud Mask

    FOR(d) MEN – TOM FORD Intensive Purifying …

    The TOM FORD skincare range for men boldly projects the aesthetic of his fashion empire. Almost a year old, it includes the Intensive Purifying Mud Mask, one of my favorite weekly treatments. Since today is Mr. Ford’s birthday, I am…

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    This Is the Jo Malone Fragrance Worth Buying Right Now

    This Is the Jo Malone Fragrance Worth …

    I reviewed Jo Malone Wood Sage & Sea Salt the week it launched in 2014. Four bottles later, I am still recommending it to anyone who will listen. That is the review in one sentence. Keep reading if you want…

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    Having a Meltdown – NEW! Ole Henriksen Pure Truth Melting Cleanser

    Having a Meltdown – NEW! Ole Henriksen Pure …

    Good news everyone! And by everyone I mean those of you who wash your faces. Ole Henriksen has just launched Pure Truth Melting Cleanser, which adds a game changer of a product to his Vitamin C infused line. Whether you’re…

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