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Snowberry Bright Defence Day Cream No.2: A Bright Idea

Now that I’m back from Cancun my newly tanned face needs help looking fresh. The only reason to risk damage to your skin from tanning is so you look healthy, and a glowing tan is key. Since I get ruddy when I get too dark, a brightening day cream is exactly what I need. It … Continue reading “Snowberry Bright Defence Day Cream No.2: A Bright Idea”

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Sephora + Pantone Universe Limited Edition Collection

Pantone, the color forecasting and matching firm, has teamed-up with Sephora for a limited edition collection inspired by what Pantone has deemed the color of 2012, Tangerine Tango (“a vibrant orange reminiscent of the radiant shadings of a sunset”). Now orange isn’t my shade when it comes to my face, but the collection extents far … Continue reading “Sephora + Pantone Universe Limited Edition Collection”

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L’Occitane Cherry Blossom Collection

What better time than right in the middle of the National Cherry Blossom Festival to highlight L’Occitane’s Cherry Blossom Collection? Is anyone in D.C. right now?? I’ve never been during their Cherry Blossom season, but the photos I’ve seen are unbelievable! Not to mention Cherry Blossoms are just one more reason, on an already long … Continue reading “L’Occitane Cherry Blossom Collection”

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Clarisonic Launches Acne Clarifying Collection

There is no beauty gadget I consider more essential than the Clarisonic. The little device will change your skin and you’ll see results very, very quickly – TRUST. A few friends have tried the imitators and while I cannot vouch for or against them from personal experience, from all of those that I know that … Continue reading “Clarisonic Launches Acne Clarifying Collection”

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Glow by Dr. Brandt Ruby Laser Technology Kit

Dermatologist-developed products, for the most part, scare me. I want to maintain my healthy complexion and prevent possible future damage without resorting to anything overly potent that might leave me red in the face — or god knows what else. I have an aversion towards dermatologist that hawk their own product lines (I once went … Continue reading “Glow by Dr. Brandt Ruby Laser Technology Kit”

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Moroccanoil Launches Skincare

Moroccanoil launched in the U.S. about three years ago and ever since argan hair oils have been all the rage. I discovered the brand’s oil a few seasons ago when they worked on the hair looks for J. Mendel. They were able to achieve a controlled frizzy look unlike any I had seen before and … Continue reading “Moroccanoil Launches Skincare”

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