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Glo Therapeutics Spot Fix Blemish Treatment
Glo Therapeutics Spot Fix Blemish Treatment 0.17 fl. oz., $16 Why try it: To help treat random breakouts. First impressions: I usually use Neutrogena’s “On-the-Spot” blemish treatment and this product was comparable in application and texture. Results? The morning after applying the spot treatment, my spot was already healed and ready for makeup. I love [...]
Dentisse Natural Reflection Toothpaste in Radiant Mint
Dentisse Natural Reflection Toothpaste in Radiant Mint “The natural ingredients are combined in a proprietary way that enhances their tooth-polishing power.” 4.4 ounces, $16.99 Why try it: I was looking for a new toothpaste that had a whitening formula in it. First impressions: I loved this toothpaste. It had good flavor, foamed up well, and [...]
Shiseido Shimmering Cream Eye Color in Ice
Shiseido Shimmering Cream Eye Color in Ice “Maintains a just-applied fresh look for 16 hours without smudging or creasing.” 6 grams, $25 Why try it: I chose this color because it’s trendy and a pop of color can really liven up a basic outfit. First impressions: This product had great application. It stayed instead of [...]
Concept Vert Rejuvenating Pure Shampoo and Conditioner by Privé
Concept Vert Rejuvenating Pure Shampoo and Conditioner by Privé—formule aux herbes Enriched with Amazon açai and babassu oil; “rejuvenates hair with antioxidants and strengtheners.” 6.7 fl oz. each, $28 shampoo, $30 conditioner. Available at priveproducts.com, or at the following salons: Roman Holiday in Pleasanton 925.463.5650, Cachet in Dublin 925.829.1962, Salon Vie Jehe in Los Altos [...]
Colorescience Sunforgettable Mineral Powder Sun Protection Brush
Colorescience Sunforgettable Mineral Powder Sun Protection Brush with UVA and UVB SPF 50 A mineral powder that provides UVA and UVB sun protection with a sweep of a self-dispensing brush over the face. Easy to apply over makeup, no need for a mirror or even two hands. .23 ounces, $60, available at doctors’ offices, select [...]
Freeman Vita-L Professional Age Spots
Freeman Vita-L Professional Age Spots ProVita-K Complex™ and Licorice Root Extract. Reduce the appearance of age spots while anti-aging peptides helps diminish the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. 3 ounces, $14.99 Why I tried it: It promised to reduce the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles and age spots. While I do not have age [...]
Beauty reviews you’ll want to read
YBF Eyebrow Pencil universal taupe, $12, ybfgirlfriends.com Tester: “Like many of us, I have sparse spots in my brow lines. I like the look I get when my brows are uniformly filled in.” Why try it: “This pencil, formerly known under the brand Models Prefer, has received raves over the years (it claims to be [...]
