Every once in a while, a product surprises the hell out of me. Moisturizers rarely make the list. The Ursa Major Golden Hour Recovery Cream is an exception I have now bought four times. I knew Ursa Major primarily from…
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If your routine goes beyond cleanse-and-moisturize, you know the core building blocks: hyaluronic acid for hydration, niacinamide for pores, alpha and beta hydroxy acids for surface exfoliation, retinoids for firming, and vitamin C, the most famous antioxidant of the bunch,…
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Skincare that’s as decadent as it is effective. If you long for a truly indulgent, splurge-worthy face cleanser, you’ll be hard pressed to find a brand that holds a candle to Omorovicza. This sublime truly bespoke experience encompasses so many…
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And just like that, it’s Fall. From now until Halloween or on whatever date we turn the clocks back and the days get depressingly shorter, I pretend that I still have some of the summer glow we’re excited about come…
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Over the years, I’ve tried a number of face oils formulated specifically to be used overnight. It all started with Sunday Riley’s Luna. After that, I embraced Kiehl’s Midnight Recovery Concentrate. Years later, I continue to recommend these picks. They’re…
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Do you know what I’ve liked about every single shampoo bar I’ve tried over the years? The idea of it. Sadly, the performance of multiple formulas has left me, well, scratching my head. My hair felt dry, the scalp was…
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If you are new to the concept of an essence, think of it as the step between toner and serum. Lighter than a serum, more active than a toner, and genuinely useful for anyone who wants their subsequent products to…
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As we begin to venture out without masks and jump start our social lives, I’ve had no choice but to step up my face care game. Happily, dozens of new skincare launches have been supplying endless opportunities for intrigue and…
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