Aging Adventures: Skincare For The Younger Man On The Go
As a non-believer in New Year’s resolutions, I usually am a fan of smaller and more realistic goals. Apart from a goal of working out in the morning, and eating more fish, I decided it was time to update and upgrade my skin care regimen to a more mature level. My goal was to create … Continue reading “Aging Adventures: Skincare For The Younger Man On The Go”
Dr.Ci:Labo Basic Black Charcoal Cleansing Gel: Clean Coal
This innovative cleanser is made from black charcoal. Grossed out? Don’t be! It may sound like you’ll get dirty, rather than clean, but the truth is that this natural substance draws out oil and impurities, while also neutralizing your pH for a pleasant deodorizing effect. I’ve used charcoal soap in the past (my mom brought … Continue reading “Dr.Ci:Labo Basic Black Charcoal Cleansing Gel: Clean Coal”
Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant: Just Add Water!
Need a daily exfoliant that won’t dry your skin out? Voilà! All you have to do is add water to Dermalogica’s powder scrub, and it activates into a microfoliant paste. Coupling rice enzymes with salicylic acid (the wonder cleanser), this product gently scrubs you clean of all impurities. For maximum potency, use less water, but … Continue reading “Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant: Just Add Water!”
Juice Beauty Organic Facial Rejuvenating Mask: Green Apple, Green Living
An apple a day keeps the doctor away and by doctor I mean dermatologist! The main ingredient in Juice Beauty’s organic facial skincare line is apple juice. That’s right – the same stuff we feed our tots with in juice boxes can feed our skin! To prevent cell damage and revive your top-layer tissues, slather … Continue reading “Juice Beauty Organic Facial Rejuvenating Mask: Green Apple, Green Living”
Malin + Goetz 10% Glycolic Acid Pads: Acid Trip
The benefits of glycolic acid are many. It’s the best way to exfoliate, but all the other perks are almost even better: it speeds up cell turnover, increases collagen production, helps smooth away wrinkles, clears pores, and allows your skin to achieve maximum absorption, so you get the most out of your products. I always … Continue reading “Malin + Goetz 10% Glycolic Acid Pads: Acid Trip”
Clarins Water Comfort One-Step Cleanser: One Step Ahead
This past week, I had to dash directly from a press conference (for our DL x Snob Essentials jeans collection) to the airport with a full face of makeup. Once I made it through security – and before embarking on a 12-hour flight – I HAD to get the makeup off. I needed something that … Continue reading “Clarins Water Comfort One-Step Cleanser: One Step Ahead”