Normal-Combination Skin Reviews
Skin feels ‘OK’ with or without a moisturiser. Can go through periods of being a little dehydrated or oily either all over or in sections. Can sometimes just need a ‘boost’ in certain areas.
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Amanda Lacey Soft Pink Cream
Amanda Lacey’s Soft Pink Cream, long a hidden treasure in my skincare stash, is celebrated by beauty insiders such as Edwina Ings-Chambers and Caroline Hirons alike. After a decade of knowing Amanda, I’ve witnessed first-hand the passion and expertise she invests in her skincare line. Soft Pink Cream is a testament to her commitment, has…
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The Body Shops Liquid Peels: New Formulation Review
The Body Shop’s liquid peels are back and updated with a new twist, promising all the glow without the show. Remember the original liquid peels? A bit of a letdown particularly for for those expecting miracles in a bottle. Now, I’ve got the new Vitamin C Glow Revealing Liquid Peel and the Edelweiss Liquid Peel…
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The Ordinary Soothing & Barrier Support Serum: Calpol Pink Skincare
Embarking on a skincare journey after a year of medication that left my skin on the brink of constant irritation and sensitivity, I’ve become particularly discerning about the products I introduce to my routine. Enter The Ordinary’s Soothing & Barrier Support Serum, a concoction that caught my eye not just for its astonishingly vibrant pink…
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Then I Met You: The Giving Essence Review
I recently came across Then I Met You’s The Giving Essence, first spotting it via a mention on LinkedIn, of all places, before Cult Beauty decided I needed to see it again in an ad. It really piqued my interest, initially because of the beautifully photogenic packaging; then further investigation of its ingredients promising hydration,…
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SVR Ampoule Hydra B3 Serum Review
In the vast world of skincare, stumbling upon a product that genuinely works is always a win. That’s exactly what happened with the SVR Ampoule Hydra B3 Serum for me. I found it through Renude.co and have been using it for over two years now. It’s turned out to be a solid, reliable part of…
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Zo Skin Health Hydrating Cleanser
Last year marked a significant shift in my skincare needs due to eczema medication for my hands, which unexpectedly made my facial skin drier and more sensitive. My regular cleansing products, used for their powerful cleansing, exfoliating and resurfacing capabilities, became immediately too harsh for my skin’s new-normal. This led me on a quest for…
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Reviewing The SBTRCT Clarifying Facial Exfoliator
In a skincare industry that’s trying to right it’s excessive and wasteful wrongs, the SBTRCT (pronounced “subtract”) Clarifying Facial Exfoliator emerges as a strong contender that is more than just waste reducing – it’s actually really good. Awarded the Best Exfoliating Bar of the 2022 Beauty Shortlist Awards, this bar is not just another addition…
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Clinique For Men Face Scrub Reviewed
Few facial scrubs have stood the test of time in my grooming routine quite like Clinique For Men’s Face Scrub. It’s not just any facial scrub; it’s my absolute go-to. Having navigated the expanse of skincare over the years, with my journey at Manface spanning 13 years, this particular scrub has remained a constant. What…
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Reviewed: Perricone MD Cold Plasma Plus+ The Intensive Hydrating Complex
In the ever-unpredictable saga of my skincare routine, a plot twist emerged courtesy of my eczema medication – a full facial rebellion. And so a fortuitous revisit to an old favourite – Perricone MD, specifically to the long-windedly named: Cold Plasma Plus+ The Intensive Hydrating Complex. Dryness and sensitivity became my every day and not…
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Bobbi Brown Vitamin Enriched Face Base for Men Reviewed
Over the last 16 years, I’ve seen a lot of skincare products come and go. Some have been good, others not so much. But there’s one I keep coming back to – the Bobbi Brown Vitamin Enriched Face Base. It’s been a part of my routine, on and off, for about a decade now. I…