• Diptyque Citronnelle & Geranium Is Back + New Summer Launches

    I am reposting this writeup from last summer since Diptyque just re-launched this brilliant body …

  • The Inkey List Bio-Active Ceramide Moisturizer

    The Inkey List Bio-Active Ceramide Moisturizer

    Today, I want to quickly share my thoughts on the recently launched Inkey List Bio-Active Ceramide Repairing and Plumping Moisturizer. I may only battle dry(ish) skin this time of year, but skin-firming goals are always front and center in my…

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    Paula’s Choice 6% Mandelic Acid + 2% Lactic Acid Liquid Exfoliant

    Paula’s Choice 6% Mandelic Acid + 2% Lactic Acid …

    Nothing makes me happier than kicking off the new year with a skincare launch that brings joy. Today, Paula’s Choice expands its lineup of micro-exfoliating potions with the addition of the Skin Perfecting 6% Mandelic Acid + 2% Lactic Acid…

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    Angela Caglia Skincare Cell Forté Serum

    Angela Caglia Skincare Cell Forté Serum

    A couple of months ago, a sleek box from Violet Grey arrived, which instantly piqued my interest. Inside, a bottle of Cell Forté Serum, dreamed up and formulated to perfection by Angela Caglia, the Los Angeles based master aesthetician of…

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    TULA H2Oasis™ Instant Skin Revitalizing Mask

    TULA H2Oasis™ Instant Skin Revitalizing Mask

    If there is a time of the year when my skin needs that revitalizing boost, it’s in the winter. Actually, make that during the holiday season. Perfectly timed, the latest TULA launch is officially out. The brand new H2Oasis™ Instant…

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    Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream

    Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream

    Quick update: You can save 15% on all things Augustinus Bader if you shop at dermstore.com, just use my affiliate code OMGBART at checkout. Clik here to shop. My review of the iconic Augustinus Bader Rich Cream has been a…

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    Biologique Recherche Creme Masque Vernix

    Biologique Recherche Creme Masque Vernix

    Familiarity with Biologique Recherche is the unspoken, invisible line that seems to divide the pundits from the amateurs in the skincare community.  Since my first experience with the brand almost a decade ago, a bottle of lotion P50 1970 has…

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    Nécessaire Hand Retinol

    Nécessaire Hand Retinol

    I’ll admit to experiencing some healthy skepticism when Nécessaire hinted at the launch of Hand Retinol. And if I’m being completely honest, I was a bit torn. I believe in and am fiercely loyal to retinoids’ efficacy in face care.…

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    Maelove Peptide Squad Collagen Renewing Serum

    Maelove Peptide Squad Collagen Renewing Serum

    Look around any beauty retailer and you’ll agree that peptides appear to be the ingredient of the decade. The issue: navigating through the marketing buzz and countless claims to understand what they are and why we need them, which can…

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