Same Name, Different Sunscreen. Moving to Spain did a lot of things to my skincare routine, but the biggest shift was sunscreen. Not in a “I learned to reapply more” way, but in a “why does everything suddenly feel better…
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Last year was full of self-care revelations. An international move will do that to you. Since European pharmacies turned from exotic to everyday, I’ve embraced more SPF formulas than I can count. I also found my ride or die sunscreen…
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If my summer skincare routine seems effortless, it’s the mix of low key staples and emergency formulas I have to thank. This combination skin is not on its best behavior during travel, the humidity, or days filled with copious amounts…
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Any dermatologist will tell you: sunscreen is the singular product that can delay signs of aging and make you look younger. Chances are you’ve strayed from SPF formulas because they feel thick, heavy, and leave behind a dreaded white cast…
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The good news: we are days away from gaining an hour of daylight. The bad news is that despite the gorgeous Spring weather we’ve been having in the New York area this week, another nor’easter is on its way. And,…
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With the magic touch experienced by some of the most radiant A-listers (Gwyneth), Dr. Karyn Grossman runs a booming dermatology practice in Santa Monica and visits NYC every month to keep her East Coast loyalists aglow. Extending her professional know-how…
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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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Pure, gentle, and always effective, the iconic French pharmacy favorite Avène is probably best known for Eau Thermale, its cult classic. The must-have-mist, however, represents only a sliver of their wide range of solutions for every skin related conundrum. Offering…
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