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NIOD Copper Amino Isolate Serum 1% & 2:1

Here's another post that's way overdue. NIOD CAIS (Copper Amino Isolate Serum) is one of those products that you didn't know you needed, but once you discovered it you end up loving it. I was first introduced to this from the online Instagram skincare community for it's wound healing benefits. Details per NIOD: CAIS2 is…

by MichelleFebruary 18, 2019May 21, 2022
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Can I Get Rid of Dark Circles?

I've been wanting to write this post for about two years now. It's one of the most asked questions when I'm talking about an eye...

February 17, 2019July 9, 2022
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Gel-Oil Balm Cleansers

One of my most addicted to products in skincare is the gel-oil balm cleanser. There's just something about ithe perfect creamy gel like texture that...

February 15, 2019February 15, 2019
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Amore Pacific Vintage Single Extract Essence

I've been wanting to talk about this stunner by Amore Pacific for a while. The Vintage Single Extract Essence is so simple yet so beautiful....

February 13, 2019February 13, 2019
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The Ordinary Ascorbic Acid 8% + Alpha Arbutin 2%

I've fallen behind in reviews of the new The Ordinary launches. So I'll start trying to get those up for you. First up is my...

February 12, 2019
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YUNI Yunicorn Celestial Jelly Mask Cleanser

I rarely post about a new item this quickly. But when it's a jelly cleansing balm with a unicorn sheen I have no problem moving...

February 11, 2019
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Glow Recipe Avocado Melt Sleeping Mask

Two years ago I posted about the new Glow Recipe Watermelon Sleeping Mask which was the beginning of the Glow Recipe brand. Glow Recipe curates...

February 8, 2019February 9, 2019

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Welcome to my blog! I'm Michelle an artist turned nurse and a long-time beauty addict. I created this blog to help anyone in their beauty endeavors by sharing swatches, comparing products, writing reviews of makeup, hair care, skin care & niche fragrances.

I have been an active member of various online beauty communities for over twenty years—starting with MakeupAlley. I love all areas of beauty from luxury to affordable. I look for what works with the best overall user experience.

I established this blog in 2014 and have written over 1200 posts. I've tried thousands of products over the decades making it easy to compare and cut through the marketing and hype.

I focus on well-aging. I have Rosacea and my skin is now dry as I'm going through normal aging and Perimenopausal hormonal changes. I was combo for years and have been through hormonal acne plus pregnancy changes. Being in my mid-forties I look for products that actually deliver on their results.

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