The Clinique Take The Day Off Cleansing Balm is among the most popular balm-to-oil makeup removers on the market. The vividly purple jar is inescapable at major beauty retailers and duty-free counters. Personally I’ve never been a fan — the…
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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. Quick update: You can save 15% on all things Augustinus Bader if you shop at dermstore.com, just use my affiliate code OMGBART at…
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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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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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It’s barely there, oddly addictive, and unexpectedly elegant. Years ago, I was absolutely fixated on Bath, a fragrance from Bobbi Brown. It was clean in a soapy but uniquely familiar way. It also lasted on the skin the entire day.…
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Jones Road is best known for its inclusive makeup lineup — the Miracle Balm, the Face Pencil, the WTF. But the skincare side of the brand deserves equal attention. The Oil-Free Moisturizer sits alongside the Known for its inclusive-of-all-skin-tones range…
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