Review: First Aid Beauty Ultra Repair Intensive Lip Balm
If you’ve been following me for a while, you have definitely read my complaints about having chronically dry, cracked lips. First Aid Beauty…
Review: Eminence Birch Water Purifying Essence
I began using Eminence Birch Water Purifying Essence ($54) in the fall of 2019. I received it as gratis for participating in a…
A Basic Primer on Vitamin C: Ascorbic Acid
Vitamin C is popular due to its ability to aid with fading hyperpigmentation and reduce fine lines by supporting skin’s natural ability to…
The History and Differences of Toners and Essences
The world of skincare has changed dramatically within the last decade. With that comes a lot of different trends and terminology. With the…
Review: Naturopathica Vitamin C15 Wrinkle Repair Serum
Naturopathica was not on my radar at all until I began working at my last job. As it is one of the brands…
Review: Purito Centella Green Level Unscented Sun SPF50+ PA++++
As I mentioned in a previous post, I bought into the hype revolving around Purito. One of the main products that had a…
Review: La Roche-Posay Toleriane Double Repair Face Moisturizer UV Broad Spectrum SPF 30
After I had an unfortunate experience with an entirely different sunscreen last year, I was on the hunt for an inexpensive sunscreen that…
Review: Touch in SOL Pretty Filter Icy Sherbet Primer
I admit I was not aware of this brand until my sister received this primer as part of her Boxycharm subscription. For sanitary…
A Millennial Esthetician’s Pandemic Skincare Routine
2020 was a harrowing experience for me and for everyone. This post is in no way meant to make light of the pandemic…
Review: Krave Beauty Matcha Hemp Hydrating Cleanser (2020 Formula)
I’ve been using Krave Beauty’s Matcha Hemp Hydrating Cleanser (MHHC) since 2018. It is formulated without fragrance, essential oils, and colorants. It has…