Most face oils get their moment in the spotlight and fade. Plum oil never quite got the attention it deserved, which is a shame because the science behind it is genuinely impressive. Le Prunier Plum Beauty Oil is cold pressed…
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A visit to the impeccably chic In Fiore boutique was hands down the biggest highlight of my recent trip to San Francisco. The storefront has a somewhat mysterious look to it. Inside, a wall of apothecary style curio cabinets entices…
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The Japanese skincare line Awake has been low key under the radar Stateside. Until now. A sister brand to tarte cosmetics, the range is back on the beauty scene serving revamped lewks with the catchy ‘Tokyo Meets New York’ slogan.…
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June was a blast — a family visit to San Francisco, a revisit to Gargiulo Vineyards in Napa (fans of Vintner’s Daughter must check it out!), a couple of new beauty projects in the works, and quite a few products…
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It’s $25. Treat yourself. Real talk: It has taken me a while to embrace beauty subscription boxes. Why? There are just way too many frogs to kiss. The truth is, with far too many there is invariably the one month…
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Once considered innovative, the concept of monodose capsules in skincare nowadays seems more like convenient ‘portion control’ than groundbreaking newness. I say this with no hint of shade intended because I travel with a handful of Elizabeth Arden Advanced Ceramide…
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Current situation: greetings from a cramped exit row seat en route to Phoenix, AZ. The second the plane levels at 35,000 feet, I’m ordering a double vodka on ice, and then planning to lose myself in a playlist full of…
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Fascinating to observe, male grooming has evolved to something fierce in the beauty industry. Probably the fastest growing market segment, men are inspiring countless brands to concentrate on them as the latest audience eager to explore anti-aging products and caring…
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