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Philosophy’s Pore extractor clay mask. Not so bad
I did not begin with high hopes for the Philosophy Pore Extractor Mask. Before I get into it, I have to admit two things. 1. I didn’t know Philosophy made skincare. 2. I am often leery of clay masks, as someone with dry skin. Philosophy Pore Extractor Clay Mask $37 for 2.5 oz Face mask…
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Very quick first impression: Voce Viva by Valentino
I felt underdressed trying this on at home. I definitely felt like I needed my hair in an updo and possibly one of those ribbon choker necklaces and a boatneck blouse. So maybe it didn’t feel like me at all. For some reason I think this is a special occasion scent on me. It just…
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Unless you’re a martial artist…
Unless you’re a martial artist: Stop making your next move dependent on what everyone else is doing. Think to yourself, does it really matter that x is doing y? (Or bluntly, what your ex happens to be doing, for those who need to hear it.) For instance, say all of your friends are already married…
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Estee Lauder bought Tom Ford- I’m thinking that one through
This will be a bit of a ramble, but I am trying to sort through my thoughts on Estee Lauder’s acquisition of Tom Ford. Without a doubt, a fantastic move for the man himself. Tom Ford is now a billionaire, perhaps the most suave one to date. But as a consumer, I wonder what this…
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A few rules for shopping: Overcoming impulse buys
There was a day where my morning was especially rough. I then went on to decide that I needed to treat myself well to remind myself of my value. You know what helps with that? Skincare. “Ooh great! Both Saks and Neiman Marcus are having a sale!” I proceeded to fill my online shopping cart…
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It’s Cyber Monday. Keep calm and save your money
As much as I enjoy shopping, I am going to give you the advice that I need myself. Be mindful of what appears to be a deal. Right now, and in the week prior, many retailers are running promos. You likely have seen sitewide discounts, gift card events, gifts with purchase abound. Do yourself and…
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Quick admonition about sunscreen: Why aren’t you wearing it?
If you are into skincare, it doesn’t matter how much you spend on your products if you refuse to spend any of that on sunscreen. At this point, most of us know that sun exposure can lead to premature skin aging. On top of that, some of the ingredients you may be using to treat…
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Byredo Blanche, when you’re looking for a good clean fresh scent
On first spray of Byredo’s Blanche, I thought, “This smells nice.” But since I am trying, mightily, to get better at understanding fragrances, I tried to go deeper. “Is it clean linen, with maybe white florals, a touch of citrus?” Here are the actual notes: Byredo Blanche $200 for 50 mL Notes: Top: Aldehyde, rose…
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Just say no was good advice. Let’s bring that back
I am constantly guilty of this: I don’t tell people, “No,” nearly as often as I should. I don’t say what I really want to for fear of what someone else will think. I don’t tell them what I actually want or feel. I agree to do things I don’t really want to do, because…
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A Wren Says 