Author Archives: Henna

Skincare Update – Cleansers and HyperPigmentation Treatment

I’m in the mood to cleanse everything away, and here are three cleansers I’ve got on hand. La Roche-Posay Toleriane Dermo-Cleanser, Cerave Hydrating Cream-to-Foam Cleanser, and Avene Makeup Removing Micellar Gel. These are all creamy and not very drying so … Continue reading

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Vivier Skin – Impressive Mineral Sunscreen and New Enzymatic Peel

What’s impressive is that Vivier Skin has not one but two sunscreens that are mineral and clear. I was going to write that they’re sheer but that’s not even accurate – there’s no grey tint or white cast to them, … Continue reading

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Shalimar Millisime Iris Review

They took Prada Candy and put it into a Shalimar bottle, stuck the Millesime sticker on it, and did a limited edition run. Oh, and called it Millesime Iris because everyone (including me) is into Iris right now. The Iris … Continue reading

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Zara Vapeur Blanche Perfume Review

It’s been a few days of fog and mist, really perfectly mirroring the meditative mood of Vapeur Blanche from Zara. Olivia Giacobetti is the perfumer behind 4 perfumes for the brand, and the zen blend of eucalyptus, cucumber and steamy … Continue reading

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Sisley Eau de Sisley 2

I almost didn’t feel like myself putting on this 80’s style chypre. It’s been a while since I’ve worn Sisley Eau de 2 because I’ve been leaning into my cozier perfumes more, and really wearing my samples a lot. This … Continue reading

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Serge Lutens Borneo 1834 Perfume Review

The road is not straight, it’s twisty, turny, and sometimes there are cliffs, except they only feel like cliffs, so you squeeze your eyes shut and hope to not feel anything, but then you land on your feet and can … Continue reading

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Skin Proud Skincare

A beauty trend right now is skincare marketed to younger teens – forget about Noxema, we are talking about skincare that’s non-stripping, mindful of the skin barrier, and feels comforting. It’s a theory I have, and here’s my proof: Skin … Continue reading

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New Makeup From Trinny London and Fenty Beauty

Honestly, misting setting spray before I even get started with makeup (after sunscreen) is a game-changer and it helps everything last so much longer. Trinny London has a new foundation – BFF Stay all Day – and it actually does … Continue reading

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Acid Toning

A lunch time discussion turned to Paula’s Choice BHA which is really one of the most iconic skincare products ever because even people who aren’t into skincare have heard of it, and will go to the trouble of ordering it … Continue reading

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Refillable Skincare: Trinny London, Humanrace, Charlotte Tilbury

It’s the end of summer and I’m so sad to see it go. It was a good one, one for the books, the ages as they say. It just wasn’t long enough. I don’t want to hear that all good … Continue reading

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