As a beauty editor, I have to incorporate and test out a lot of beauty products, oftentimes far more than I have time or room for in my regimen. I believe you have go through almostthe entire jar/tub/bottle of product to really be able to get the full benefits of its ingredients and to notice a … Continue reading My 13-Step Summer Skin Care Regimen: Morning
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Your New Beauty Green Juice: Youth to the People
As a beauty editor at Composure Magazine, and previously as EIC at Audrey Magazine, I go to a lot of press breakfasts, lunches and cocktail parties (though all three never fail to have at least a mimosa on hand to lubricate attendees and make them more amenable to the message). Other than the free booze … Continue reading Your New Beauty Green Juice: Youth to the People
The K-Beauty Glossary: Terms You Need to Know
Confused about essences? Not sure what chok-chok means? And why do some Asian skin care brands call toners "lotions" and lotions "emulsions"? Here, a handy guide to all the words and terms you’ll need to decipher K-beauty like a pro. Ampoule: In Korea, ampoules are hyper-concentrated versions of serums, made for use as a two- to … Continue reading The K-Beauty Glossary: Terms You Need to Know
How to Enhance Your Masking Experience (With Products You Already Have)
Much like exercise, skincare is a lifestyle. In order to see true, long-lasting results, you have to put in the effort, day-by-day, every day. And like exercise, sometimes you have to change up your routine, whether to awaken little-used muscles or just to awaken your own interest level. I mean, we go through our … Continue reading How to Enhance Your Masking Experience (With Products You Already Have)
Beauty & the Geek: Serums For Every Skin Concern
The workhorses of any skin care regimen, serums are the nerds of the beauty world, with the highest concentrations of active ingredients, backed by tons of science, and often looking like they belong in a lab. In fact, I'm obsessed with any skin care product in a dropper format — it makes me feel … Continue reading Beauty & the Geek: Serums For Every Skin Concern
