• My Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2026 Beauty Edit

    Living in Spain has main character energy about 95% of the time. But online shopping here …

  • Sephora Collection Scalp Scrub vs. Christophe Robin: A Mindful Swap, Not a …

    I loathe the concept of a dupe. To me, it implies cutting corners, a lack …

  • Lookfantastic Pro-Ageing Edit Review: Is the £45 Kit Worth It?

    Is anyone else a sucker for a well-curated edit? Too many skincare kits try to …

  • The Mandelic Serum That Made Exfoliation Feel Effortless

    Mandelic acid is the most underrated acid in skincare, full stop. Quiet part out loud: …

  • The Feelist – Total Package

    The Feelist – Total Package

    Summer 2021 certainly delivered some impressive skincare launches but if I were to pick one particular product that more than lived up to its hype, it would be The Feelist Total Package serum. Pardon the liberty I’ve taken in abbreviating.…

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    The Pai Carbon Star Is Unique, Effective, and Just Affordable Enough.

    The Pai Carbon Star Is Unique, Effective, …

    Over the years, I’ve tried a number of face oils formulated specifically to be used overnight. It all started with Sunday Riley’s Luna. After that, I embraced Kiehl’s Midnight Recovery Concentrate. Years later, I continue to recommend these picks. They’re…

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    Mosquito Repellents That Are Keeping Me Bite-Free This Summer

    Mosquito Repellents That Are Keeping Me Bite-Free …

    Something that doesn’t thrill me about the summer? The bugs. And this year, here in Connecticut, the bug situation has been pretty horrible. Unfazed by brutal humidity or the chilly mornings, mosquitos have been out in full force these past…

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    The Ayuna Shampoo Bar Finally Won Me Over

    The Ayuna Shampoo Bar Finally Won Me …

    Do you know what I’ve liked about every single shampoo bar I’ve tried over the years? The idea of it. Sadly, the performance of multiple formulas has left me, well, scratching my head. My hair felt dry, the scalp was…

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    The Skincare Travel Duos You’ll Want To Pack This Summer

    The Skincare Travel Duos You’ll Want …

    Yay for the return of summer travel. A big ass YAY, actually. If you’re anything like me, booking a getaway comes with the excitement of ensuring your favorite skincare is available in travel-friendly sizes. And while I do have a…

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    Why Tatcha The Essence Is Still One of the Best in the Category

    Why Tatcha The Essence Is Still One …

    If you are new to the concept of an essence, think of it as the step between toner and serum. Lighter than a serum, more active than a toner, and genuinely useful for anyone who wants their subsequent products to…

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    My Skinstore Memorial Day Weekend Sale Picks + Extra  Savings Code

    My Skinstore Memorial Day Weekend Sale Picks + …

    Happy Memorial Day Weekend, you guys! What a 180 from this time last year, eh? I sure hope your weather is more festivities-friendly than what we’re getting in the Northeast. Either way, while you enjoy the next few days off,…

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    May Skincare Favorites

    May Skincare Favorites

    As we begin to venture out without masks and jump start our social lives, I’ve had no choice but to step up my face care game. Happily, dozens of new skincare launches have been supplying endless opportunities for intrigue and…

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