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First Aid Beauty 5-in-1 Restore Cream

Ever since they came-out with their extensive skincare and color range, there have been fewer and fewer “affordable” lines at Sephora, one of the last remaining ones however is a favorite…First Aid Beauty. FAB recently came-out with a 5-in-1 Restore Cream ($36) that is the least expensive option of its kind at the Sephora near … Continue reading “First Aid Beauty 5-in-1 Restore Cream”

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New from Vichy

A few weeks ago I went to an event to get a preview of what’s in store from Vichy for spring/summer and to celebrate the French brand’s 80th anniversary. It was a looong event packed with lots of presentations and even more information. While I admit I was getting a bit restless hearing about all … Continue reading “New from Vichy”

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AmorePacific Moisture Bound Rejuvenating Creme

This is kind of embarrassing, but I got a sample of AmorePacific Rejuvenating Crème ($150) and used it for a good two weeks every night before I realized it was a moisturizer and not just an anti-aging creme! To mine, and the product’s defense, my skin was super dry when I started using it and … Continue reading “AmorePacific Moisture Bound Rejuvenating Creme”

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A Visit to the TOCCA Showroom

I wish I had brought my camera to my visit to TOCCA’s showroom last week (see some BlackBerry snaps below), because it was stunning! Located on the same block as Comme des Garcons and Balenciaga, it gave both stores a serious run for their money. Everything down to their antique, miss-matched platters and their Sant … Continue reading “A Visit to the TOCCA Showroom”

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Darphin Predermine Densifying Anti-Wrinkle Cream and Arovita C Line Response Firming Serum: Prevent and Defeat

Since I am now in my 40’s (just arrived at the party last month), I am officially defying age. And with that I have switched all my beauty treatments – except, of course, Darphin, which I have used for the last year and love. Meet my new best friend: Predermine, an anti-wrinkle cream with a … Continue reading “Darphin Predermine Densifying Anti-Wrinkle Cream and Arovita C Line Response Firming Serum: Prevent and Defeat”

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You Work-Out Your Body, but What About Your Face??

When I met with one of the Mama Mio co-founders last week I felt like I was back in Junior High reading about blackheads. Back then I had no idea what in the world a blackhead was and I remember thinking “how have I not been working on preventing these before??” With so many new … Continue reading “You Work-Out Your Body, but What About Your Face??”

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