Category Archives: skin

moisturizers, lotions, masks & cleansers

SIRCUIT cosmeceuticals natural skincare4

so i think we’ve discussed ad nauseum the fact that my skin is problematic. in a desperate attempt to get a handle on the insanity, i reached out to SIRCUIT for a free personal skin consultation. they asked me a … Continue reading

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kiehl’s ultra facial oil-free gel cream6

my complaints in life are very few, but my skin is. the. worst. and summer heat/humidity does me no favors. my face is sensitive, oily in spots, dry in others, prone to redness, and prone to breakouts thanks to easily … Continue reading

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blemishes fear this: the body shop tea tree oil4

alright, universe. can we please discuss the 8th-grade-like breakouts i’ve been experiencing lately? it’s really unfair as i am practically knocking on 30’s door and i take excellent care of my skin. i even wash my face before bed after … Continue reading

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jack black pure clean daily facial cleanser + intense therapy lip balm2

if the men in your life are not hip to these blue bottles, boy am i about to make you look good. jack black’s line of men’s skincare and grooming is the best of the best and a husband favorite … Continue reading

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fighting afternoon shine8

it’s finals week and i have been enduring some long days. the kind of days that start at 6 am and end 10 pm at which point my hair is greasy, my face is shiny, and my makeup has disappeared. … Continue reading

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new! bare escentuals purifying facial cleanser + deep cleansing foam1

my combination skin is always on the hunt for a gentle, yet effective facewash and i am recently impressed with two cleansers from bare escentuals. part of their new skincare line designed to deliver smoother and brighter skin, both of … Continue reading

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cheap thrill: formula 10.0.062

combination skin can be sooo complicated and i always find it impossible to find the right cleanser that will help prevent the occasional breakout without destroying my mostly healthy skin. it was beyond excited to discover formula 10.0.06 products with … Continue reading

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josie maran matchmaker serum foundation is makeup magic4

warning: this foundation will rock your world. i spend tons of time playing in sephora and testing products. i read endless reviews and press releases then head to the aisles to debunk myths and decide what’s worth bringing to the … Continue reading

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this works turbo balm0

there are many times of the year when i wish that i had magic powers, but none so much as when the wind is absolutely whipping and my hair, skin, and lips are left undefended. it’s no secret that i … Continue reading

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rescue me1

summer’s crazy heat and humidity call for a change in skincare and a product that hydrates without turning your face into an oil slick. in the winter months, we slather on heavy moisturizers to beat dryness but they are not … Continue reading

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