Luxury skincare fatigue is real. But this one surprised me. A sleek box from Violet Grey arrived unexpectedly, which instantly piqued my interest. Inside, a bottle of Cell Forté Serum, formulated by Angela Caglia, the Los Angeles based master aesthetician with…
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The name isn’t subtle. Neither is the price. But there’s a reason this cream is still everywhere. My review of the iconic Augustinus Bader Rich Cream has been a long time coming. Having received countless questions along the lines of…
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I miss the original formula. There, I said what I said. A note on the reformulation: Biologique Recherche has since updated the Masque Vernix formula. Early reports suggest the new version performs even better — though longtime devotees of the original,…
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The brand puts real skincare into a hand cream, and it shows. 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…
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Maelove’s Peptide Squad Collagen Renewal Serum does a lot—without the luxury price tag. 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…
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Jones Road’s tool lineup might surprise you. Jones Road Beauty is part of my self-care routine for three main reasons: simplicity, efficacy, and aesthetic. After covering a few of my favorites in detail (that would be Miracle Balm, Face Pencil,…
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That’s just what I’m loving this month… Too often, we are way too critical of ourselves. So, I’m here to share that I’ve been very happy with how my skin has been looking lately. This can rarely be said during…
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Potent but polished, Paula’s Choice 25% Vitamin C + Glutathione Serum is proof that high-strength actives don’t have to come with side effects. When I’m asked about no-nonsense skincare, I think Paula’s Choice. It doesn’t just top the list, it…
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