What goes on first? An acid toner or an essence? For the longest time, the torment was real. Clearly, I suck at layering products but I am not willing to eliminate either liquid step from my skincare routine. I’ll admit…
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Familiar to most and popularized in Asia as part of their elaborate skincare routine, the concept of an essence is to provide a boost of hydration somewhere between a toner and a serum. Speaking for myself, incorporating this additional ‘essence…
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Note: photos show an earlier version of the packaging. The formula is unchanged. Fans of serums that pack serious moisture in addition to hydration and treatment benefits, will find the latest Paula’s Choice RESIST Omega+ Complex fitting the bill to…
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What do I need for the area under my eyes after this never ending winter spell in the North East? Brightness, firmness, and… to lose last season’s bags. Luckily, the brand new Dermalogica Stress Positive Eye Lift arrived to show…
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It’s officially February, which means winter may end four weeks or three months from now. With the insane weather (what climate change?) of late, chances are your skincare routine needs a boost. Perhaps your beauty related New Year’s Resolutions didn’t…
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If the holiday season has you in a perpetual state of ‘OMG, I need to get ready,’ I can relate. Cocktail parties are like the mothership calling me home but since my time management skills are not *that* stellar, I…
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The Sarah Chapman Skinesis Overnight Facial has been a cult product for over a decade. I first picked it up at Space NK during a trip to Europe and have gone back to it repeatedly since. The reputation is not…
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Skincare gadgets: always interesting to me though I tend to shy away from gimmicky contraptions. At-home facial steamers, for example, not on my radar. Until now. The new Dr. Dennis Gross Pro Facial Steamer is effortless, sleek and beyond user…
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