Category: Skincare
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The new La Mer night cream seems like a tempting splurge
La Mer has recently released a new night cream that contains a retinol alternative. The new Rejuvenating Night Cream is listed as for all skin types, but it is especially intended for sensitive skin types seeking anti-aging solutions. The ingredient, MRA-3™, increases cell turnover, similar to retinol, but should be less irritating. And of course,…
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Using a super luxe Cle de Peau sunscreen
If you aren’t new here, you will know that I am gradually becoming more and more impressed with Cle de Peau. Gradually because the price of the items means that it will take me a while to experience all of the products. This time, I tested out their UV Protective Cream. Quick caveat, I have…
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The real reason I use Tatcha
The associate asked what I used as a moisturizer. I said that I was using the Tatcha Dewy Skin Cream. She looked horrified. “Girl, that will do nothing for you.” I said, “I know. I just like to use it while I test out active ingredients.” If you are new here. I like to use…
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Quick cleanser shout out: Fresh Soy Cleanser
Today, I am revisiting an old favorite, when it comes to my skincare. When I first started taking my skincare more seriously, Fresh Soy Face Cleanser is where I started. It was my faithful product. I knew I could trust it to remove eye makeup or mascara without irritating my eyes. (Should I be keeping…
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Why you get product pilling
You’re getting ready for the day. You’ve applied your favorite skincare product and move on to the next. And oh no, it’s rolling up into little balls and coming off in a very unattractive manner. You have got some product pilling. With the number of products I try out, I have had my own experiences…
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My dry skin meets Laneige’s Water Bank Blue Hyaluronic Intensive Moisturizer
When I used the Water Bank Blue Hyaluronic Intensive Moisturizer from Laneige, I thought that maybe I need some more hydration. That is why invited the intensive version into my life. My hope was with a name like that it would grant me more intense moisture. Water Bank Blue Hyaluronic Intensive Moisturizer $40 for 50…
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How I fared with this AHA product from Thrive Causmetics
After applying playing with some makeup for the day, I could notice some flaky texture showing through. It was definitely time to exfoliate. The perfect time to try out the Overnight Sensation Gentle Retexurizing Solution from Thrive Causmetics I immediately planned to use the AHA serum that night. After thoroughly cleansing my skin, or rather…
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Thoughts on the Thrive Causmetics cleanser
I have been washing my face with Bright Balance Hydrating Gel Cleanser from Thrive Causmetics for a few weeks now. I have come to a pretty clear assessment of how I feel about it. And that clear assessment, for me and my face, is that it is just okay. One pro off the top is…
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Giving the Drunk Elephant Protini a try
Drunk Elephant and I have had a longstanding difficult relationship. I don’t hate it, but I haven’t loved it for my dry skin. But for some reason, I decided to give it another chance and try the Protini Polypeptide Moisturizer. Protini Polypetide Moisturizer $22 for 15 mL Lightweight gel cream moisturizer that should help plump…
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Quick and unfair thoughts on the Augustinus Bader Eye Cream
Over the course of three weeks, I tried out the Augustinus Bader Eye Cream. And you know what, I wasn’t amazed. But before you take that as the review, let’s get some context. The Eye Serum $225 for 15 mL Targeted solution for eyes, using the brands patented TFC8 AB touts these as the key…
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