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

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    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 …

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

  • Spring in a Bottle: Victoria Beckham Portofino ’97 + 5 More

    Spring in a Bottle: Victoria Beckham Portofino ’97 + 5 …

    Fresh Air, But Make It Fragrance Spring is the season of airing things out, swapping wool for linen, and rethinking what you actually want to smell like when the sun’s out. This lineup is for the fresh-air chasers, the spritz-happy…

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    The Best Clean Hyaluronic Serum Right Now Is From Ursa Major

    The Best Clean Hyaluronic Serum Right Now …

    forest bathing for your face Hyaluronic acid serums are among the easiest additions to any routine, whether you are just starting out or have been at this for years. The Ursa Major Forest Water Hyaluronic Acid Serum is a good…

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    Why Is The Alastin Gentler Cleanser So Good?!

    Why Is The Alastin Gentler Cleanser So …

    What I’m Using (Up) Before the Big Move My husband and I are gearing up for a year-long move to Madrid, and while I’m beyond excited for the tapas lifestyle, I’ll miss certain comforts of home—like our shower in Connecticut.…

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    Everything You Need to Know About the Jones Road Hippie Stick

    Everything You Need to Know About the …

    A Multipurpose Balm That Actually Feels Luxe Let’s talk about the Jones Road Hippie Stick. It’s one of those “do everything” balms that actually delivers, without trying too hard to prove it. Designed as a multi-purpose moisturizing stick for face,…

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    Best of Dermstore: Radiant C Edit + exclusive GWP *and* discount code

    Best of Dermstore: Radiant C Edit + exclusive …

    The Vitamin C-Powered Value Set for Summer Skin Last year, I spotlighted a few of the Best of Dermstore kits because the values were—frankly—too good to ignore. Fast forward to now, and the online retailer just dropped a fresh curation:…

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    The AKT Deodorant Balm Really Delivered. Here’s My Real Take.

    The AKT Deodorant Balm Really Delivered. Here’…

    The Natural Formula That Actually Works 2026 update: AKT is now available on Sephora.com in the US! As someone who has used deodorant every single day for over 30 years, I feel qualified to tell you when one actually works.…

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    Best Hypochlorous Acid Face Mist: 3 Formulas Ranked

    Best Hypochlorous Acid Face Mist: 3 Formulas Ranked

    I tested three formulas and there is a favorite. The demand for hypochlorous acid face mists shows no signs of slowing down. If you’ve somehow missed the enthusiasm surrounding facial sprays that smell faintly of bleach, now’s the time to…

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    Is the Caudalie Premier Cru Cream the Best Moisturizer the Brand Has Ever Made?

    Is the Caudalie Premier Cru Cream the …

    Premier Cru finally catches up to its promises. Over the last decade, Caudalie hasn’t played a major role in my ride-or-die face care lineup. Well, maybe the Caudalie Grape Water, which I own in every size—but choosing a mist feels…

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