I find ‘all-in-one’ product claims to be among the most unrealistic and triggering. Philosophy began what has become the norm when it launched its “3-in-1” body washes ages ago. While lovely as a body wash, nobody in their right mind…
Here’s the most often asked product-related question I continuously receive on Instagram DM: “is the Augustinus Bader cream worth it?”. I actually can’t believe I haven’t ever covered the royal blue masterpiece before. In short: if your budget can accommodate…
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I live for a good sale. Not one to exactly embrace Christmas in July (like who came up with that but also why?), I stalk the Nordstrom website every summer when the annual Nordstrom Anniversary Sale rolls around. This year…
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Few products are as iconic as the Estee Lauder Advanced Night Repair serum. Also known as ANR (or Advanced Night Repair Synchronized Multi-Recovery Complex), the brown dropper bottle has been around for decades. Similar to other products with cult followings–…
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From gels and jellies to balms and creams, Summer 2020 is having a very strong face cleanser moment. A number of new formulas have joined the beauty landscape and offer impressive textures, results, and noteworthy overall user experiences. In relevant…
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Happy National CBD Day! (I can’t believe I just wrote that). I’m certainly no expert on the benefits of Cannabidiol, but I can tell you that after having thrown out my back yesterday, a couple of 25mg CBD capsules sure…
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This is what I’ve learned over twenty years of using skincare products: finding a favorite everyday sunscreen isn’t easy. It can be even more elusive than pinning any favorite serum, cleanser or eye cream. It’s the most difficult. Luckily, the…
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Elemis has been launching quite a bit of product over the past year… and I’m here for it. Expanding on the success of the Superfood range, the brand recently released two new formulas: AHA Glow Cleansing Butter and Glow Priming…
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