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Review: Niche Beauty Lab Theramid Ceramide Treatment

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Since retinoids have become a major part of my skincare routine, I've had to adapt the routine considerably. I've actually added products that repair the skin's barrier, so that I don't have to suffer the sometimes drying effect so severely. Products such as this wonderful repair serum from Niche Beauty Lab Theramid Ceramide Treatment, for example. Let me introduce you to it!

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Review: Hanyul Pure Artemisia Watery Calming Cream

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Before summer really comes to an end, let me tell you about my favorite night moisturiser for the season! Your skin is sensitive and overheated, and you don't like heavy or overly rich textures? Look no further than Pure Artemisia Watery Calming Cream from the Korean skincare brand Hanyul! You're gonna love it!

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Face Sunscreen Guide 2023, Part 3: Korean sunscreens

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Finally, it's here, as promised: the conclusion of my Face Sunscreen Guide 2023, this time focusing on Korean sunscreens; my beloved! Once again this year, I've tried many products (about twenty, this part gets longer every year lol), and I'm delighted to share my discoveries with you. Meet them all now! 😃

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Face Sunscreen Guide 2023, Part 2: Japanese sunscreens

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I'm continuing my sunscreen journey, and this time, we're jetting off to the land of the rising sun. Today, I'm discussing Japanese sunscreens. If you're looking for products that are both pleasurable and long-lasting, and don't melt off your face when it's hot and humid, then you're in the right place! 🙂

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Face Sunscreen Guide 2023: European sunscreens

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Let the dance of the "Face Sunscreen Guides" articles on BTY ALY begin! As usual, we're kicking things off with European sunscreens. Admittedly, some have pleasantly surprised me. Yes, and in the best way. This year shows marked improvement, I assure you! 🙂

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Review: Paula’s Choice CALM Nourishing Milky Toner

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I'm carrying on with my review of the CALM line from Paula's Choice. The products in this range were designed specifically for sensitive skin, yet they are not overly simple or boring. Quite the opposite! I've recently talked about the Rescue & Repair Weightless Moisturizer and I'm following up today with the one that is the star of the range in my humble opinion: the Paula's Choice CALM Nourishing Milky Toner!

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Review: SACHI States Of Skin Pro Resilience Serum

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The brand SACHI States Of Skin has been on my mind since it launched, a couple of years ago. I was waiting impatiently for a product that would fit my needs. My wish was granted a few months ago, with their new multi-tasking Pro Resilience Serum. This product is truly a Swiss Army knife of cosmetics! If you're attracted to minimalist routines, you'll likely be intrigued…👀

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Review: Aestura Theracne 365 Clear Deep Cleansing Foam

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"An acne cleansing cream, Bonnie? But aren't you a little past your teenage years? 😅" That's sort of what I thought when I opened a press sample shipment last summer with a selection of products to try, and which contained this purifying cleansing cream. Then I looked at the list of ingredients and thought that it was probably worth overcoming my biases and testing it. Well, let's just say that the Aestura Theracne 365 Clear Deep Cleansing Foam is now one of my go-to cleansers. Let me tell you why!

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Focus on: vitamin C, the ultimate guide

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Let's talk about vitamin C (yes, again). The real one, the pure one, the L-Ascorbic vitamin A. But also its derivatives! How to choose your vitamin C product according to your skin needs, and how to be sure that it will be as effective as possible? Let's take a closer look at vitamin C, this anti-aging ingredient that is so popular and yet so complicated!

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Review: Paula’s Choice CALM Rescue & Repair Weightless Moisturizer

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Ah, this new CALM collection from Paula's Choice... I was waiting for it so eagerly. Yes, I'm aware, it's mostly for reactive skin, and I don't really have sensitive skin usually. But if you thought that was going to stop me from trying all those pretty mint green bottles, you're wrong! 😆 And today, we begin with the Rescue & Repair Weightless Moisturizer, a perfect moisturizer for the season if you have combination skin like me or if you enjoy lightweight textures.

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Review: Chogongjin Geumsul Jin Toner

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In 2022, the company behind the brand Missha decided to separate their hanbang line and make it a brand of its own: Chogongjin. Just a heads up, I'm so into this brand that I plan on testing half of their catalog for reviews! I hope you're ready!😆 We're starting today with their nourishing Geumsul Jin Toner essence, which, as you'll see, is perfect for the season…

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Review: Celimax Derma Nature Fresh Blackhead Jojoba Cleansing Oil

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I don't know about you, but I'm picky when it comes to cleansing oils! I have very specific criteria, and when I find one that suits me, I usually stick with it. But sometimes, I let my curiosity win, and I look at other products... and in this case, it was a great idea! Let me introduce you to the Celimax Derma Nature Fresh Blackhead Jojoba Cleansing Oil because, let me tell you, this one is a gem!

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