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Review: Naturopathica Vitamin C15 Wrinkle Repair Serum

Review: Naturopathica Vitamin C15 Wrinkle Repair Serum

Naturopathica was not on my radar at all until I began working at my last job. As it is one of the brands they carry, we were treated to training on their product line, and I was able to nab this serum as gratis (this is a common practice in our industry). We were told by our instructor that this serum changes color over time but it isn’t indicative of oxidation or expiration. Given what we know…

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Christina Aguilera gets ready for the MTV Movie Awards in 2001

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Review: Purito Centella Green Level Unscented Sun SPF50+ PA++++

As I mentioned in a previous post, I bought into the hype revolving around Purito. One of the main products that had a ton of popularity was their Centella Green Level Unscented Sun SPF50+ PA++++. For those that are curious, SPF stands for “sun protection factor.” The number represents how well the product protects against sunburns caused by UVB radiation. In some countries, a PA rating is also…

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Review: Purito Deep Sea Pure Water Cream

Review: Purito Deep Sea Pure Water Cream

Purito has a lot of hype on Instagram and the blogs. Any time a product has a lot of buzz around it, I experience intense FOMO. I had been curious about this brand for a while and decided that, since I’m on a budget, it was time to give it a try. At $18.99, it is a fair price. Unfortunately, I feel I got what I paid for in this instance. While I only used this for about 2 weeks, it was enough…

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Review: CeraVe Hydrating Sunscreen Face Lotion Broad Spectrum Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30

Review: CeraVe Hydrating Sunscreen Face Lotion Broad Spectrum Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30

This review will be a brief yet unfiltered (no pun intended) account of my experience with the ever-so-popular CeraVe Hydrating Sunscreen Face Lotion Broad Spectrum Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30. At the time, I was looking for a sunscreen that was safe to use after having peels and resurfacing treatments. After seeing it all over social media, I decided to give it a chance. As you can see by the…

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Review: La Roche-Posay Toleriane Double Repair Face Moisturizer UV Broad Spectrum SPF 30

Review: La Roche-Posay Toleriane Double Repair Face Moisturizer UV Broad Spectrum SPF 30

After I had an unfortunate experience with an entirely different sunscreen last year, I was on the hunt for an inexpensive sunscreen that would provide real protection without causing an adverse reaction. My skin was experiencing increased sensitivity at the time, so that made using a sensitive skin-friendly formula mandatory. I realized I never fully gave La Roche-Posay a chance, so I decided to…

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Review: Touch in SOL Pretty Filter Icy Sherbet Primer

Review: Touch in SOL Pretty Filter Icy Sherbet Primer

I admit I was not aware of this brand until my sister received this primer as part of her Boxycharm subscription. For sanitary reasons, I tend to avoid products in jars, so this would have never been on my radar otherwise. Touch in SOL markets this as “silicone free” with a “cooling effect.” Silicone is not a bad ingredient but it has a poor reputation for supposedly causing breakouts. Just…

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A Millennial Esthetician's Pandemic Skincare Routine

A Millennial Esthetician’s Pandemic Skincare Routine

2020 was a harrowing experience for me and for everyone. This post is in no way meant to make light of the pandemic or anyone’s situation. That being said, staying at home did not bring my skin issues to a halt. Changes to my skin occurred along with drastic life changes. For me, the year was more about survival than self-care, but in the moments that I had time or felt well enough to care for…

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Review: Krave Beauty Matcha Hemp Hydrating Cleanser

Review: Krave Beauty Matcha Hemp Hydrating Cleanser

I’ve been using Krave Beauty’s Matcha Hemp Hydrating Cleanser (MHHC) since 2018. It is formulated without fragrance, essential oils, and colorants. It has a jelly-like texture. It contains mild cleansing agents, so it produces a light lather, rather than a foam. It’s not likely to leave your skin feeling stripped. Thus, it won’t harm your skin’s barrier. While it is not marketed as a makeup…

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Review: Dermalogica Calm Water Gel

Review: Dermalogica Calm Water Gel

This moisturizer is the gold standard for sensitive, inflamed, or dehydrated skin. I began using it when it was launched in early 2018. I’ve tried other moisturizers, to no avail, and keep running back to this one. I’ve come to realize that my skin’s dehydration as of late is probably due to running out of this! Continue reading

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Facts About Pores: Why Are We So Obsessed?

Facts About Pores: Why Are We So Obsessed?

I often avoid discussing pores on social media, as I don’t wish to perpetuate further obsession. After having a conversation with a friend, it dawned on me that facts about pores are not widely known, and it needs to be addressed. Without further ado, here are some things I’ve learned about pores since becoming an Esthetician: Continue reading

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How to Treat and Prevent Maskne

How to Treat and Prevent Maskne

Maskne posts are probably done to death, but this subject bears repeating, as it’s an ongoing issue. Experiencing a sudden change to your skin can be stressful and you may need to adjust the products in your routine to accommodate it. Here is my personal take on how to treat and prevent maskne (a.k.a. acne mechanica). 1) Use disposable masks or respirators, instead of reusable ones. Disposable…

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The Vex in East LA 1981

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