Favorite Summer Empties

Favorite Summer Empties

As much as I hated every minute of those dreadful July heat waves, I am slightly bitter about the Connecticut summer coming to an end. The days are already noticeably shorter and morning coffee runs now require long-sleeves. Bye, flip…

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Happy National Sunscreen Day! (plus 3 new facial SPF formulas you should try)

Happy National Sunscreen Day! (plus 3 new facial …

There is little debate about the importance and benefits of sunscreen. Using broad spectrum SPF every day is the only sure way to fight the inevitable aging process and reverse the damaging effects of environmental aggressors on our skin. Luckily,…

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My Favorite Holiday Gift Picks This Season

My Favorite Holiday Gift Picks This Season

In case you haven’t started holiday shopping, the sheer quantity of limited-edition skincare sets this time of year can be intimidating. But finding the perfect present doesn’t have to be overwhelming. That’s why I’ve rounded up some of my favorite…

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You Asked: My Favorite Vitamin C Serums

You Asked: My Favorite Vitamin C Serums

Among the instagram DM questions I’m asked most often is for me to name my favorite Vitamin C serum. Vitamin C is, of course, one of three absolutely non-negotiable ingredients in a proper skincare regimen. The other two? Niacinamide (for…

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The Sound Sleep Cocoon Really Delivered. Here’s My Overnight Take.

The Sound Sleep Cocoon Really Delivered. Here’…

Fact: I love masks. Muds, sheets, gels, creams, with acids, plant extracts, and half the periodic table. I am an equal opportunity masker. I wake up ridiculously early, so I tend to test new formulas in the morning, on days…

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Dermalogica PreCleanse Balm (sadly, discontinued)

Dermalogica PreCleanse Balm (sadly, discontinued)

A quick update before we start: Dermalogica has discontinued the PreCleanse Balm. The good news is the original PreCleanse oil is still very much alive, and you can see the rest of the current lineup on Dermalogica’s cleanser page. What follows is what…

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Dermalogica Stress Positive Eye Lift (your new travel must-have)

Dermalogica Stress Positive Eye Lift (your new …

What does the skin under my eyes need after a stretch of bad sleep and travel? Brightness, firmness, and a way to lose the bags. The Dermalogica Stress Positive Eye Lift handles all three. This high-performance formula is a godsend for anyone…

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MINTD Box – The Luxury Skincare Subscription Service You Want Delivered Every Month

MINTD Box – The Luxury Skincare Subscription Service …

Hand picked from the influential beauty scene in the ever trendy London and sharing its luxe contents with the rest of the world, MINTD Box* offers monthly or bi-monthly delivery options of the latest, most sought after prestigious skincare products.…

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