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Alpha H Liquid Gold Midnight Reboot Serum Review

Liquid Gold Midnight Reboot Serum is an emollient serum featuring
14% glycolic acid and 1% granactive retinoid to renew and resurface tired, dull skin.  The formula also includes ferulic acid, tripeptide-5, coenzyme Q10, and other age-defying ingredients.  The serum tingles slightly upon application and absorbs to a soft nourishing finish.  The serum leaves skin smooth and glowing after just one use.

EltaMD UV Sheer Broad-Spectrum SPF 50+ Facial Sunscreen Review

UV Sheer Broad Spectrum SPF 50+ Facial Sunscreen is a silky lightweight lotion without added fragrance.  The sunscreen combines mineral zinc oxide and octocrylene to protect skin from UV rays.  The formula is further enhanced with vitamin C, sodium hyaluronate, and squalane.  The sunscreen glides easily over the skin and absorbs to a sheer non-greasy finish with minimal white cast.

Kérastase Blond Absolu Huile Cicaextreme Strengthening Oil Concentrate Review

Huile Cicaextreme Strengthening Oil Concentrate is a lightweight
silicone-based oil with a floral-citrus scent.  The leave-in formula is enriched with sunflower seed oil and edelweiss extract, and it can be applied to wet or dry hair.  The oil leaves hair soft and smooth without weighing it down. 

Kérastase Blond Absolu Le Bain Cicaextreme Shampoo Review

Le Bain Cicaextreme Shampoo is a silky cream shampoo with a crisp citrus scent.  The formula is enriched with sunflower seed oil, hyaluronic acid, vitamin E, and edelweiss extract.  The shampoo creates a soft creamy lather that cleanses hair gently yet thoroughly and rinses without residue.  The formula leaves hair soft, luminous, and light.

Living Proof Restore Repair Mask Review

Restore Repair Hair Mask is a creamy hair mask with a light citrus scent. 
The mask combines a proprietary anti-frizz molecule with tucuma butter, meadowfoam seed oil, and amino acids to smooth and nourish hair. 
The buttery formula glides easily through the hair, rinses off well, and leaves hair shiny, hydrated, and light.  This product may not be smoothing enough for coarse, frizzy hair. 

Benefit They’re Real! Magnet Extreme Lenghtening Mascara Review

Magnet Extreme Lenghtening Mascara delivers on the promise to create long lifted lashes.  The mascara features a thick brush with short plastic bristles and a comfortable, lightweight formula.  The brush is a bit awkward to use, but it applies the formula without clumping or smudging.  The mascara lengthens, lifts, and thickens lashes with just one coat and stays on all day without flaking.  Supercharged Black is a rich black shade. 

Rene Furterer Karité Hydra Hydrating Shine Day Cream Review

Karité Hydra Hydrating Shine Day Cream is a lightweight yet emollient leave-in cream for dry hair.  The silicone-free formula combines shea oil, soybean oil, phytosterols, glycolipids, and other nourishing ingredients.  The leave-in cream can be applied to damp hair or dry hair along the lengths.  The formula instantly softens and hydrates dry hair, but too much product can leave it tacky and dull. This product has a fresh floral scent. 

L’Oréal Professionnel Renewing Leave-in Cream for Lengths and Ends Review

Renewing Leave-in Cream for Lengths and Ends is a heat styling cream with
a thin lotion texture and a fruity-floral scent.  The formula is enhanced with amino acids and panthenol to strengthen hair.  The cream works easily into towel-dried hair and helps to soften, hydrate, and protect it from heat styling.

Aveeno Restorative Skin Therapy Sulfate-Free Body Wash Review

Restorative Skin Therapy Sulfate-Free Body Wash is a lightly foaming gel cleanser.  The fragrance-free formula features mild cleansing agents, panthenol, oat, and aloe.  The body wash cleanses the skin gently yet thoroughly and rinses clean.  The formula leaves the skin soft and comfortable. 

Olay Deep Hydration Serum Review

Olay Deep Hydration Serum is a lightweight yet hydrating serum without added fragrance.  The serum features niacinamide, hyaluronic acid, panthenol, squalane, and other skin conditioners.  The silky formula glides easily over the skin and absorbs to a non-greasy, dewy finish.  The formula leaves the skin soft, smooth, and hydrated. 

L’Oréal Professionnel Absolut Repair Gold Quinoa + Protein Blow Dry Cream Review

Gold Quinoa + Protein Blow Dry Cream is a heat protecting leave-in cream with a fresh floral scent.  The formula features gold quinoa seed extract and wheat protein to strengthen and repair hair.  The cream can be applied to clean damp hair prior to heat or air-drying.  The formula feels slightly tacky during application, but leaves hair soft, smooth, and light after drying. 

SkinCeuticals Retexturing Activator Review

Retexturing Activator is a clear hydrating serum with no added fragrance. 
The formula features a derivative of urea, kombucha, and sodium hyaluronate to gently exfoliate and nourish the skin.  The serum spreads easily over the skin and absorbs to a lightweight, slightly tacky finish.  The serum instantly softens and hydrates the skin while smoothing it with regular use. 

StriVectin Super C Retinol Brighten & Correct Vitamin C Serum Review

Super C Retinol Serum is a silky hydrating serum with vitamin C and retinol.  The formula also includes acerola cherry fruit extract, niacin, green tea, and other skin-benefitting ingredients.  The serum glides easily over the skin and absorbs to a sheer natural finish without shine or stickiness.  The serum helps brighten and smooth skin with daily use.  The only drawback is a strong fruity fragrance that may not be compatible with sensitive skin.

EltaMD UV Restore Broad-Spectrum SPF 40 (Untinted) Review

UV Restore Broad-Spectrum SPF 40 is a 100% mineral sunscreen with a lightweight creamy texture.  The formula is enhanced with ginger root extract, squalane, and antioxidants.  The sunscreen spreads easily over the face and absorbs to a sheer non-greasy finish with a slight white cast.  This product is fragrance-free.

Shu Uemura Cleansing Oil Conditioner Review

Cleansing Oil Conditioner is a gel-cream hair conditioner for all hair types. 
The formula features lightweight emollients, conditioning polymers, and bergamot essential oil.  The conditioner distributes easily through the hair and rinses out without residue.  The conditioner leaves hair manageable, lightly hydrated, and voluminous.  This product has a pleasant fresh scent. 

Replenix Smoothing Body Lotion Review

Smoothing Body Lotion is a thick nourishing lotion without added fragrance.  The formula features retinol, hyaluronic acid, ceramides, green tea, resveratrol, caffeine, and other skin-conditioning ingredients.  The creamy formula applies easily and absorbs to a velvety soft finish.  The lotion leaves skin hydrated, smooth, and comfortable. 

Nécessarie The Body Serum Review

The Body Serum is a silky gel-cream without added fragrance.  The formula features sodium hyaluronate, niacinamide, panthenol, and a ceramide to hydrate and replenish the skin.  The serum glides easily over the skin and absorbs to a sheer, non-sticky finish.  The formula leaves skin soft and hydrated, but those with dry skin may find it not hydrating enough when used alone.

Good Molecules Overnight Exfoliating Treatment Review

Overnight Exfoliating Treatment is a lightweight leave-on serum without added fragrance.  The formula combines glycolic, lactic, and salicylic acid with vitamin E and sodium hyaluronate.  The serum absorbs readily into the skin with only a slight tingle and minimal stickiness.  The formula’s exfoliating acids leave skin soft, smooth, and more refined.

Alpha H Vitamin C Serum with Grape Seed Review

Vitamin C Serum with Grape Seed is a lightweight yet hydrating serum without added fragrance.  The serum features vitamin C derivative ethyl ascorbic acid, grape seed extract, sodium hyaluronate, and licorice root extract.  The silky formula spreads easily over the skin and absorbs to a sheer hydrating finish.  The serum helps brighten and smooth skin with regular use. 

The Ordinary Glycolic Acid 7% Toning Solution Review

Glycolic Acid 7% Toning Solution is a no-rinse exfoliating toner with a subtle rosewater scent.  The formula features glycolic acid, aloe vera, amino acids, plant extracts, and other skin conditioning ingredients.  The toner tingles slightly when applied and dries down quickly.  The formula’s glycolic acid helps smooth and refine skin texture with regular use. 

Pureology Strength Cure Conditioner Review

Strength Cure Conditioner is a creamy hair conditioner for damaged, color-treated hair.  The conditioner features plant oils, hair-strengthening keravis, and a color-protecting complex.  The buttery formula glides easily through the hair and helps to smooth and nourish each strand.  The conditioner rinses off without residue and leaves hair soft, hydrated, and manageable.  This product has a creamy fruity-floral fragrance. 

Pureology Nanoworks Gold Conditioner Review

Nanoworks Gold Conditioner is a creamy hair conditioner with a warm floral scent.  The formula features panthenol, shea butter, marula oil, keravis, and
a color-protecting complex.  The conditioner spreads easily through the hair, detangling it and adding moisture.  The formula rinses off without residue and leaves hair soft, hydrated, and shiny.  The conditioner may not be smoothing enough for coarse, frizzy hair. 

Pureology Nanoworks Gold Shampoo Review

Nanoworks Gold Shampoo is a creamy gel shampoo with a warm fruity-floral scent.  The sulfate-free formula features panthenol, marula oil, shea butter, and a protein complex to hydrate and strengthen hair.  The shampoo lathers generously and cleanses hair without stripping away moisture.  The formula rinses easily and leaves hair soft and luminous without weighing it down. 

Kérastase Blond Absolu Bain Ultra-Violet Anti-Brass Purple Shampoo Review

Bain Ultra-Violet Purple Shampoo is a deep purple shampoo with a refreshing citrus-woody scent.  The formula is enhanced with hyaluronic acid, amino acids, and extracts of edelweiss and mallow.  The shampoo lathers generously, cleanses hair thoroughly, and rinses off easily. 
The formula leaves hair softer, brighter, and a bit less brassy. 

Kérastase Blond Absolu Cicaflash Conditioner Review

Cicaflash Conditioner is a lightweight yet emollient hair conditioner with a lavender tint and a citrusy scent.  The conditioner is enriched with hyaluronic acid and extracts of edelweiss and mallow.  The silky formula glides easily through hair, detangling it and adding hydration.  The conditioner rinses without residue and leaves hair soft, smooth, and lightweight. 

Kérastase Resistance Bain Force Architecte Strengthening Shampoo Review

Bain Force Architecte is a pearlescent gel shampoo with a fresh fruity scent.  The formula features a pro-keratin complex, ceramides, and resurrection plant extract to condition and strengthen hair.  The shampoo lathers well and cleanses hair thoroughly without drying it out.  The formula rinses out easily and leaves hair soft, shiny, and voluminous. 

Drunk Elephant T.L.C. Sukari Babyfacial Review

T.L.C. Sukari Babyfacial is a weekly exfoliating mask with a nourishing creamy texture.  The formula features a 25% AHA blend of glycolic, lactic, tartaric, and citric acid, 2% BHA (salicylic acid), marula oil, niacinamide, hyaluronic acid, and plant extracts.  The mask should be applied to clean dry skin and left on for 20 minutes (or less depending on skin sensitivity).  The creamy formula spreads easily over the skin and tingles slightly upon applications.  After rinsing, treated skin appears noticeably smoother, brighter, and more refined.

Boscia Cherry Blossom and Bakuchiol Resurfacing Lip Repair Review

Cherry Blossom and Bakuchiol Resurfacing Lip Repair is a nourishing lip treatment with a barely-there pink tint.  The formula features a blend of plant oils and extracts, lactic acid, and bakuchiol.  The treatment leaves lips buttery soft, smooth, and hydrated with a slightly sticky finish.  This product is fragrance-free.

Keep Cool and Soothe Bamboo Toner Review

Keep Cool and Soothe Bamboo Toner is a clear hydrating toner without added fragrance.  The toner contains 85% bamboo water along with sodium hyaluronate, polyglutamic acid, and soothing plant extracts.  The toner gently removes makeup and cleanser residue while adding lasting hydration. 
The formula leaves skin soft, refreshed, and comfortable. 

Urban Decay Lash Freak Volumizing Mascara Review

Lash Freak Volumizing Mascara creates long, voluminous lashes in a rich black shade.  The mascara features a uniquely shaped plastic brush designed to separate and lift the lashes.  The brush is awkward to use, but with some practice, it visibly lengthens, thickens, and fans out lashes with just one coat of mascara.  The formula is somewhat goopy, so be sure to wipe the excess off the brush to prevent clumping.  Once set, the mascara stays on all day without flaking or smudging. 

Sephora Collection Clear Skin Days Brightening Peel Pads Review

Clear Skin Days Brightening Peel Pads are lightly saturated with a mild peeling solution of 2% glycolic acid, 1% salicylic acid, and 0.5% niacinamide.  The peeling solution absorbs readily into the skin with only a hint of tackiness.  The formula’s acids and niacinamide gently exfoliate and refine the skin’s texture with regular use.  This product is fragrance-free. 

Christophe Robin Hydrating Melting Mask with Aloe Vera Review

Hydrating Melting Mask has a silky cream texture and a fresh unisex scent.  The 98% natural formula includes aloe vera, argan oil, flaxseed oil, plant extracts, and lightweight hydrators.  The mask spreads easily through the hair and rinses out without residue.  The formula leaves hair soft and lightly hydrated, but it may not be smoothing enough for frizzy, dry hair. 

Kérastase Resistance Ciment Anti-Usure Conditioner Review

Resistance Ciment Anti-Unsure Conditioner is a creamy hair conditioner with
a fresh fruity scent.  The formula is enhanced with a pro-keratine complex, ceramides, and resurrection plant extract to help strengthen damaged hair.  The conditioner works easily into damp hair and helps to smooth and nourish each strand.  The formula rinses without residue and leaves hair soft, hydrated, and manageable. 

Purito Centella Unscented Toner Review

Centella Unscented Toner is a clear essence-like liquid.  The formula features centella asiatica extract, witch hazel extract, purslane extract, sodium hyaluronate, panthenol, and other skin-benefiting ingredients.  The toner can be applied directly onto the skin using fingertips or a cotton pad.  The formula dries down without stickiness and leaves skin feeling refreshed and lightly hydrated.

COSRX Refresh ABC Daily Toner Review

Refresh ABC Daily Toner is a clear water-like toner without added fragrance.  The formula features kiwi fruit extract, dragon fruit extract, willow bark and apple fruit water, niacinamide, and a touch of AHA/BHA acids.  The toner cleanses and refreshes the skin without residue or stickiness.  The AHA/BHA exfoliators gently smooth and refine skin texture with daily use. 

Rene Furterer Astera Sensitive High Tolerance Shampoo Review

Astera Sensitive High Tolerance Shampoo is a pearlescent gel shampoo with a fresh oceanic scent.  The shampoo features hamamelis floral water and asteraceae extract to protect and soothe the scalp.  The shampoo cleanses hair gently yet thoroughly without irritating the scalp.  The formula leaves hair clean, soft, and lightweight.

Garnier Whole Blends Almond Milk Nurture Conditioner Review

Almond Milk Nurture Conditioner is a creamy yet lightweight hair conditioner with a sweet almond milk fragrance.  The formula is enriched with almond and agave extracts to help nourish the hair.  The conditioner spreads easily through the hair and helps to smooth and hydrate it.  The formula rinses off without residue, and leaves hair soft, manageable, and full of body.

Vanicream Gentle Body Wash Review

Vanicream Gentle Body Wash is a pearlescent gel cleanser without dyes, fragrance, or parabens.  The formula features mild cleansing agents and panthenol.  The body wash lathers well and cleanses without irritating the skin.  The formula rinses easily and leaves skin feeling clean and comfortable. 

Kérastase Genesis Masque Reconstituant Review

Genesis Masque Reconstituant is a thick, creamy hair mask enriched with extracts of edelweiss and ginger.  The mask spreads easily through the hair, helps with detangling, and rinses off without residue.  The formula leaves hair silky soft and lightweight, but it may not be moisturizing enough for dry hair.  This product has a clean unisex fragrance. 

Kérastase Genesis Bain Hydra-Fortifiant Shampoo Review

Genesis Bain Hydra-Fortifiant is a lightweight gel shampoo with a crisp citrus scent.  The silicone-free formula features extracts of edelweiss and ginger to strengthen both the hair and scalp.  The shampoo lathers well and cleanses hair thoroughly.  The formula rinses clean and leaves hair soft, shiny, and light.  This product is intended for normal to oily hair and may not provide enough moisture for drier hair.

Bliss Bright Idea Vitamin C + Tri-Peptide Collagen Protecting and Brightening Serum Review

Bright Idea Serum is a hydrating gel-lotion with a subtle orange fragrance. 
The formula combines vitamin C, tri-peptide, licorice, squalane, vitamin E, and other skin-benefitting ingredients.  The serum spreads easily over the skin and absorbs to a non-greasy natural finish.  The serum instantly softens and hydrates the skin, while vitamin C and licorice help brighten it over time. 

Amika Flash Instant Shine Mask Review

Flash Instant Shine Mask is a clear gel-serum hair mask with a sweet floral scent.  The mask features hydrolyzed flax seed, red wine extract, soybean germ extract, sea buckthorn oil, wheat germ extract, and amino acids.  The silky hydrating gel glides easily through the hair and rinses off without residue.  The formula leaves hair soft, shiny, and smooth without weighing it down.

Clé de Peau Beauté Cream Blush (Perfect Peach 4) Review

Perfect Peach Cream Blush is a rosy nude blush with a fruity rose scent. 
The silky formula spreads easily over the skin and sets to a sheer, non-greasy finish.  The blush creates a natural flush and leaves the cheeks with a subtle glow.

Kjaer Weis Cream Blush (Precious) Review

Precious Cream Blush is a pastel peach blush with a natural satin finish. 
The formula is enriched with natural plant oils and extracts.  The blush feels soft and creamy in the container, but slightly drier when applied to the skin.  The formula is nicely pigmented and leaves the skin with a warm peachy glow. 

Living Proof No Frizz Intense Moisture Mask Review

No Frizz Intense Moisture Mask is a creamy hair mask with a fresh citrus scent.  The silicone-free formula features shea butter, a proprietary anti-frizz molecule, amino acids, and other hair conditioners.  The mask disperses well through the hair, helps with detangling, and rinses off easily.  The formula leaves hair soft, shiny, and lightly hydrated, but it is not smoothing enough to tame frizz.

OUAI Leave-in Conditioner Review

OUAI Leave-in Conditioner has a silky lotion texture and a strong floral-woody fragrance.  The conditioner combines natural plant oils, vitamin E, panthenol, amino acids, and hydrolyzed proteins.  The spray on formula works easily into the hair, removing tangles and adding hydration.  The conditioner leaves hair soft and light, but it may not be smoothing enough for frizzy, coarse hair.

Purito Centella Unscented Serum Review

Centella Unscented Serum is a lightweight water-based serum.  The formula combines 49% centella asiatica extract, niacinamide, ceramide NP, sodium hyaluronate, peptides, and other skin soothing ingredients.  The silky formula glides easily over the skin and absorbs without stickiness or residue.  The serum leaves skin soft, calm, and lightly hydrated.

COSRX Propolis Synergy Toner Review

Propolis Synergy Toner is a hydrating essence-like toner without added fragrance.  The formula features 72.6 black bee propolis extract, 10% honey extract, panthenol, sodium hyaluronate, and other skin conditioners.  The toner dries down without stickiness or residue and leaves skin soft, comfortable, and lightly hydrated.

Versed Press Restart Gentle Retinol Serum Review

Press Restart Gentle Retinol Serum is a green gel-cream without added fragrance.  The formula combines microencapsulated retinol, two natural retinol alternatives (bakuchiol and arophira), anti-irritants, antioxidants, natural oils, and other hydrators.  The serum goes on easily and absorbs to a lightweight non-greasy finish.  The retinol and retinol alternatives in the formula should help smooth and refine skin texture over time.

Paula’s Choice 10% Azelaic Acid Booster Review

10% Azelaic Acid Booster is a lightweight fragrance-free cream.  The formula features azelaic acid, salicylic acid, and licorice to help smooth, brighten, and clarify skin.  The silky formula spreads easily over the skin and absorbs to a non-greasy hydrating finish.  The booster leaves skin softer, brighter, and more even with regular use.