This post was originally published in July of 2014. Since Aztec Secret continues to be the best selling, most positively reviewed beauty product on Amazon, I dug it out of the archives and replaced iPhone 4 photography… Last night, many…
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Familiar to most and popularized in Asia as part of their elaborate skincare routine, the concept of an essence is to provide a boost of hydration somewhere between a toner and a serum. Speaking for myself, incorporating this additional ‘essence…
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My favorite way to experience new brands or formulas? Try-me sized discovery sets. Combining skincare with my gypsy like passion for travel, there is only one thing I enjoy about packing: deciding which products to take along! A glow boosting…
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The fanciest import I know, Natura Bissé is one of the most prestigious brands in the beauty industry today. A pioneer in utilizing the diamond as a skincare ingredient, their formulas are both innovative and luxurious. I was humbled and…
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Ever since my first African Botanics encounter six months ago, the brand has been topping the list of ‘can do no wrong’ in my beauty book. A perfect definition of green luxury, every sublime formula is equal parts effective and…
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Because sometimes it really does take two, Kiehl’s launched Turmeric & Cranberry Seed Energizing Radiance Masque and Cilantro & Orange Extract Pollutant Defending Masque this month and officially doubled our chances of achieving that perfect glow. Also, I’m officially sulked…
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Clearly missing out on something monumental, it was only a few months ago that I learned about the skincare benefits of ultrasound. Used during two of my most memorable summer facials, this subtle addition resulted in significantly visible improvements. I…
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Most anticipated and long overdue, Darphin has just launched a masterpiece pairing to their bestselling 8-Flower Nectar, called by many the ‘precious youth elixir’. The brand new Oil Cream counterpart performs its magic overnight, so you wake up to a soft, balanced and…
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