Dr. Dennis Gross, the man who took the fear (and redness, and burning, and downtime) out of at-home peels, low-key launched of a new masterpiece recently, the Alpha Beta Exfoliating Moisturizer. If you’re familiar with the cult classic peel pads,…
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Far too many toners for far too long have caused me to question the benefits derived by practicing the traditional Cleanse-Tone-Moisturize mantra. I did fully embrace treatment-driven essences from around the world when they began to appear on the beauty…
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Paula’s Choice may be best known for its no-nonsense approach to skin care with straightforward formulas that are free of hype, fragrance, and anything ‘filler.’ On my radar for over fifteen years, the line introduced me to Niacinamide and delivered…
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Best known for the potent botanical formulas brought to life by the latest in anti-aging technology, Darphin recently launched L’Institute Youth Resurfacing Peel, the strongest exfoliant released to date. Since products labeled ‘mild’ hold minimal interest to me, I am…
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Topping the all time favorite short list, African Botanics is easily my ride or die brand. Elegant, luxurious, and innovative, each formula is so pure and clean that my skin can’t get enough of the lush textures. Did I mention…
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The Drunk Elephant Sukari Babyfacial has been in my rotation since 2017. I reviewed it at launch and called it the most effective resurfacer in my skincare arsenal. Nine years later I stand by that. Drunk Elephant has released a…
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Why is it that summer is always so much better for my skin? I can count on the balance of the sun and the use of cooler water in the shower to keep my complexion fresh and break out free.…
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Setting a color trend of Fashion Week proportions, Blue Tansy is now officially the ‘it’ ingredient on the beauty scene. Present in some of the most unique radiance boosting formulas, this newcomer stands out in my recent discovery, the Herbivore…
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