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Beauty Influencers I'm Grateful For →

November 20, 2025

With so many influencers flooding social media, it can be difficult to find those who fit your vibe. Even more difficult is finding the ones you feel you can trust.

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Skincare Horrors from History →

October 15, 2025

If you’ve been browsing through beauty trends on social media, it can be easy to believe that looks are more important than ever in today’s society. The truth is that people throughout history have been obsessed with appearance and have used strange and sometimes harmful methods to achieve beauty.

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Essential Oils in Skincare: Benefits and Risks →

September 25, 2025

I’m not a big fan of natural ingredients. While I don’t mind the occasional plant or flower extract, the rise of the “clean beauty” movement and the misinformation surrounding it have soured my attitude significantly.

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Fall-Inspired Skincare Ingredients
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Fall comes with many gifts. Cool, crisp weather, cozy sweaters, warmly scented candles, and, of course, the harvest.

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October 15, 2026
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Fragrance Is the New Skincare
October 10, 2026
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Fragrance Is the New Skincare
October 10, 2026
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I have a complicated relationship with fragrance. For most of my life, I couldn’t go a day without a spritz (or twelve) of perfume as part of my beauty routine.

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October 10, 2026
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Essential Skincare Tips for Fall
October 5, 2026
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Essential Skincare Tips for Fall
October 5, 2026
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With the fall season underway, you may be considering a few changes to your skincare routine. Transitioning your skincare for fall means shifting your focus from oil control to intense hydration and barrier repair. As autumn brings cooler temperatures and lower humidity, the cooler air can easily strip moisture from your skin’s surface.

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October 5, 2026
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The Benefits of Honey for Your Skin
October 1, 2026
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The Benefits of Honey for Your Skin
October 1, 2026
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While I may not always advocate for “clean” beauty, there’s no denying that certain natural ingredients have earned their place in skincare history.

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October 1, 2026
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3 Skincare Trends for Fall 2026
September 30, 2026
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3 Skincare Trends for Fall 2026
September 30, 2026
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Whether it’s the crisp, clean air or the nostalgic back-to-school vibe, there is something about the fall season that makes you want to refresh your routine.

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September 30, 2026
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What Is Peel Season?
September 25, 2026
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What Is Peel Season?
September 25, 2026
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If you’re unfamiliar with the term, “peel season” is skincare industry lingo for the time of year when dermatologists and estheticians recommend chemical peels.

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September 25, 2026
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Sulfates: Harmless or Hazardous?
September 20, 2026
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Sulfates: Harmless or Hazardous?
September 20, 2026
Skincare, Skincare Basics, Ingredients

When you browse the skincare and haircare aisle at any store, you’ve probably noticed many products with the term “sulfate-free” prominently displayed on their labels. Like parabens and phthalates, sulfates have become a somewhat controversial topic in the beauty and cleaning industries over the past few years. Intense consumer backlash and clever marketing have fueled their negative reputation.

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September 20, 2026
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Is Medical-Grade Skincare Worth the Price Tag?
September 15, 2026
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Is Medical-Grade Skincare Worth the Price Tag?
September 15, 2026
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Even if you’re not familiar with the term “medical-grade,” you’ve likely encountered medical-grade skincare products at some point in your skincare journey. These products often convey a sense of scientific rigor and may feature labels like “medical,” “professional,” or “clinical” in their branding. Some may even come in packaging that looks like it came directly from a laboratory.

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September 15, 2026
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Spilling the Tea: Exploring Tea-Infused Skincare
September 10, 2026
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Spilling the Tea: Exploring Tea-Infused Skincare
September 10, 2026
Skincare, Skincare Trends, Ingredients, Beauty History

A cup of tea can be a great pick-me-up in the afternoon. But did you know it also offers significant benefits for your skin? From combating free radicals to reducing the appearance of fine lines and dissolving dead skin cells, tea has emerged as a popular ingredient in skincare routines.

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September 10, 2026
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6 Outrageous Beauty Secrets from Old Hollywood
September 1, 2026
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6 Outrageous Beauty Secrets from Old Hollywood
September 1, 2026
Beauty History, Beauty Standards

Whom among us could resist the allure of Old Hollywood? Glossy red lips, fluffy pink powder puffs, and glittering gold compacts created a glamorous aura that most of us can only dream of. However, even the most beautiful flowers can be poisonous, and while vintage Hollywood may seem like a dazzling oasis in a desert of the mundane, it was not without its problems.

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September 1, 2026
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