Favorite Everyday Face Sunscreens – Summer 2020

Favorite Everyday Face Sunscreens – Summer 2020

This is what I’ve learned over twenty years of using skincare products: finding a favorite everyday sunscreen isn’t easy. It can be even more elusive than pinning any favorite serum, cleanser or eye cream. It’s the most difficult. Luckily, the…

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Five SPF 50 Sunscreens That Work Brilliantly On My Combination Skin

Five SPF 50 Sunscreens That Work Brilliantly On …

Proven to be the only true anti-aging ingredient, applying sunscreen is the most important step in an effective skincare routine. No exceptions. Now that I have stated the obvious, let me admit it has taken years to make daily facial…

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Boots No7 Protect & Perfect Intense ADVANCED BB Facial Sun Protection

Boots No7 Protect & Perfect Intense ADVANCED BB …

This post will be short and sweet. But also semi depressing. After another incredible week in London, I am still not over Boots (a similar chain but nothing like Walgreens or Duane Reade here in NY). As I’m stalking the…

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Paula’s Choice Broad Spectrum SPF 43 Sunscreen Spray

Paula’s Choice Broad Spectrum SPF 43 Sunscreen …

Because only Paula’s Choice gets me excited about an unscented product, I am thrilled to report that Broad Spectrum SPF 43 Sunscreen Spray has arrived!  Since I try to cut back on my self-tanning during summer months, a lightweight sunblock…

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Jurlique Antioxidant Cleansing Mousse & SPF40 High Protection Cream PA+++

Jurlique Antioxidant Cleansing Mousse & SPF40 High Protection …

Fans of natural, high performance formulas are in for a new treat this Spring. Bringing luxury back to basics, Jurlique just launched their Antioxidant Cleansing Mousse and SPF40 High Protection Cream PA+++, both of which offer maximum benefits with minimal…

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Sun PRO-tection – Alpha-H Protection Plus Daily SPF 50+

Sun PRO-tection – Alpha-H Protection Plus Daily SPF 50+

Packing for a December getaway, the travel size tube of Alpha-H Protection Plus Daily SPF 50+ quickly became a key player when I began to sort out my beauty kit. Departing the freezing temperatures in New York for weather that…

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Let’s Be CLEAR – Paula’s Choice Clear Ultra-Light Daily Mattifying Fluid SPF 30+

Let’s Be CLEAR – Paula’s Choice …

Guess what happened this week in the Greater New York City Area? Summer began. Think 90°F days with 90% humidity. Or the face melting kinda weather that makes you want to be nominated for the Ice Bucket Challenge. If you…

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NEW In My Top Tan – Clarins Sunscreen Care Oil Spray

NEW In My Top Tan – Clarins Sunscreen …

Holding the firm belief in the benefits of moderation as I do, I see nothing wrong with modest year round tanning. On my recent trip to Costa Rica, 95 degree heat was the constant–whether eating, drinking, reading, or thinking, I…

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