• 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 …

  • Have a CHANEL Weekend! – LE WEEKEND DE CHANEL

    Have a CHANEL Weekend! – LE WEEKEND DE …

    Last year, CHANEL put our complexions on schedule by launching a trinity of serums: LE JOUR, LA NUIT et LE WEEKEND. I’ve enjoyed generous deluxe tubes of all 3, but since I’m not one for full on structured routines, I…

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    First Aid Beauty Ultra Repair Liquid Recovery

    First Aid Beauty Ultra Repair Liquid Recovery

    When your acronym is FAB, you have some serious standards to live up to. First Aid Beauty does not disappoint. Over the last few years, the range of products they offer has expanded from basics to targeted treatments. In a…

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    Salt of the Earth – Tata Harper

    Salt of the Earth – Tata Harper

    Happy Earth Day! Whether you blueprint your daily juice, shop local and prefer your kale raw, or pay your cable bill online, most every one of us has become fluent in Green, Organic, or Natural. I don’t drive a hybrid,…

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    Light One Up! – Cannabis Candle (MALIN+GOETZ)

    Light One Up! – Cannabis Candle (MALIN+GOETZ)

    Happy Easter! Chances are, you’re dealing with family or traffic today. Or both. You may not be enjoying either. Is the holiday meal just mediocre? Today is 4/20 so I’m going to be blunt. Mellow out and light one up!…

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    NEW In My Top Tan – Clarins Sunscreen Care Oil Spray

    NEW In My Top Tan – Clarins Sunscreen …

    Holding the firm belief in the benefits of moderation as I do, I see nothing wrong with modest year round tanning. On my recent trip to Costa Rica, 95 degree heat was the constant–whether eating, drinking, reading, or thinking, I…

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    Tinted Love – Shiseido Urban Environment Tinted UV Protector SPF 43

    Tinted Love – Shiseido Urban Environment Tinted UV …

    If you run into someone who appears not to need a tint, it’s likely they’re wearing a really good one and just won’t tell you. Hashtag they wish! Everyone can benefit from a good tint either to better compliment their…

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    Embryolisse Radiant Eye Will Indeed Make You Look Rested

    Embryolisse Radiant Eye Will Indeed Make You …

    Why is Embryolisse so iconic Embryolisse was founded in 1950 by a dermatologist studying skin pathologies at a Paris hospital. That backstory matters. It explains why their formulas feel less like cosmetics and more like skin treatments. A friend with…

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    Down With Down Under – Lucas’ Papaw Ointment

    Down With Down Under – Lucas’ Papaw Ointment

    Writing my two most recent posts reminded me of one of my most random beauty purchases. Ever. Nicole Richie did a Twitter chat with Birchbox a while back and when asked for her #1 travel must-have, she answered with Lucas’…

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