Using tretinoin was always one of those things I thought I would do when I got “older.” I have read it is exploding in popularity online. Topical tretinoin has been the gold standard for anti-aging, anti-wrinkle, and anti-acne in skincare for decades. It’s prescribed for everything. And guess what: I’m older. I’m only 37, of … Read more
I’m a skincare addict. There’s no denying it. My medicine cabinet has plenty of proof of that! One of the most common questions I get from friends, or my mom is, “Help! I’m having (insert skin problem here); how do I get rid of/treat it?!?!” I’m always eager to help, but not every product works … Read more
I was just thinking about how I wanted to do a calming toner to combat all the redness I was experiencing. I was also coming to the end of my beloved Benton toner bottle. When I opened the package, there was Round Lab Mugwort Calming Toner! Perfect!
I’ve mentioned before that I’m not too fond of the feel of most sunblocks. Since they’re such an essential part of our daily skincare to protect yourself from the harmful sun rays, it’s usually a very uncomfortable exercise in necessity for me. You will love this stuff if you’re in the same boat regarding being … Read more
I’ve no idea why I’ve not written about this product yet, considering the fact that I’m currently on my second bottle. Yes – second bottle! I rarely repurchase products because there are too many exciting and different things to try, but #onlyoneface. So when I repurchase something, you can be sure I love it. I’m … Read more
I stumbled upon Benton on Instagram long ago and fell in love with its Benton Aloe BHA Skin Toner, only to be pleasantly surprised that they had other aloe products. After reading about the brand, I furiously opened Amazon and picked up the Benton Aloe Propolis Soothing Gel.
I am a bit of a toner and FTE junkie. I mean, yes, I am a skincare junkie from head to toe, but there is something about these liquid wonders that make my wallet itch. I have all sorts of them: pH-adjusting, milky, hydrating, with or without snail mucin, ferments, toner pads, everything… Well, you … Read more
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