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Shiseido Ultimune Power Infusing Concentrate

@shiseido Ultimune Power Infusing Concentrate. Contains Roselle which is an antioxidant, asp contains reishi mushroom, another antioxidant that helps reduce redness. The formula is also moisturizing thanks to the glycerine in the serum, and glides on to skin leaving it … Continue reading

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Empties: Moogoo and HNY Skincare

It’s winter here, so the empties of body lotion seem fitting. If I don’t stay on top of moisturizing, I’m prone to random patches of eczema. It’s been a decade since that happened, but I’m not letting it happen again. … Continue reading

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Sukin Skincare

There seems to be interesting nature-inspired products coming from Australia and New Zealand. Australian brand Sukin uses Kakadu Plum in its formulas because it’s high in vitamin C. The Sukin Glow Night Moisturizer is so rich and I like that … Continue reading

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Murad Daily Clarifying Peel

Got another of my favourite toner/serum. The Murad Daily Clarifying Peel is a mix of Glycolic acid, salicylic acid and a mild retinoid in a formula that has glycerine in it so it actually feels moisturizing. I use it as … Continue reading

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Naturally Serious Skincare After Dark Peptide Cream

Texture shot of this beautiful Naturally Serious After Dark peptide sleeping cream. The texture is creamy but light instead of thick and greasy. I’m using it on top of serums and it sinks in so quickly. Naturally Serious Skin is … Continue reading

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La Roche-Posay Anthelios 50+

Congratulations, you got your hands on the most hyped sunscreen of the year, and it is completely average. It’s the La Roche Posay Anthelios Ultra Fluid Invisible Finish. I mean, it’s fine. Powdery finish, clear, liquidy. Goes on like nothing … Continue reading

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Bliss Niacinamide Toner Review

Niacinamide is an ingredient that helps with barrier function and pigmentation with fewer side effects. When I use it in my skincare routine, I find that it also seems to lead to less oily skin. This Bliss Disappearing Act Niacinamide … Continue reading

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Antipodes Glow Ritual Vitamin C Review

Vitamin C that doesn’t pill: Antipodes Glow Ritual Vitamin C serum. It’s water-based so it sinks into your skin and absorbs quickly. That’s what I want in a vitamin C serum and then I want to move on to the … Continue reading

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Rose 31 Soap

Real thankful for all the hotel soaps I stuffed in my bags over the years, and may I never be above asking room service for a restock. I’m using this Le LaboRose 31 soap now in hopes that I’ll be … Continue reading

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Biotherm Lait Solaire Corps Review

The sunscreen I’ve been wearing on repeat for the last little while doubles as a body lotion too. This Biotherm Lait Solaire Corps is amazing. It’s moisturizing and leaves your skin kind of glossy. But there’s no white cast coming … Continue reading

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