Darphin Is Still Here, and This Toner Reminded Me Why

Darphin Is Still Here, and This Toner …

Do you ever randomly think of a brand you used to love and now hardly see anywhere? That’s Darphin for me. I actually had to look up whether it’s still owned by Estée Lauder. (It is.) In Spain, a handful…

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Dr. Loretta Milky Essence Review: Better Than a Toner?

Dr. Loretta Milky Essence Review: Better Than …

Dr. Loretta formulated a liquid step you didn’t know you needed. For a long time, I considered the liquid steps in a skincare routine optional. In most cases, toners or essences filled in gaps where other products fell short. In…

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How to Exfoliate Without Wrecking Your Skin Barrier

How to Exfoliate Without Wrecking Your Skin …

Smoothing and soothing are technically skincare opposites. And opposites attract. Here’s how I combine the two for best results. When it comes to my own skincare efforts, smoothing almost always comes before soothing. My skin isn’t naturally sensitive, so I…

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Ranavat Brightening Saffron Essence Review

Ranavat Brightening Saffron Essence Review

Why I’m Not Over Liquid Skincare Steps I have an announcement to make: I am not tired of liquid skincare steps. In fact, I’m leaning in harder than ever. Maybe it’s because I’m turning 45 this year, but essences have…

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