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Focus on: ceramides

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It's cold, the air is too dry indoors, it's windy outside - in short, it's winter and your skin is suffering. It's time to dig out your favourite skin barrier repair products! Why not focus on their star ingredients, the pros of repair and comfort? Today, we're taking a closer look at ceramides!

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I tried the anti-aging device ZIIP Halo

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I've said it several times over the last two years, the ZIIP is my favourite anti-ageing toning device. A few months ago, the brand redesigned it and I have to admit I was a bit nervous... When something works well, why fix it? For a few weeks now, I've been testing the new version, the ZIIP Halo. Is the ZIIP Halo as good as the previous versions? Is it better? Is it worth changing if you already own a previous version? I'll tell you all about it!

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Review: Paula’s Choice C5 Super Boost Eye Cream

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An eye contour cream with vitamin C that targets the signs of ageing and fatigue, while being suitable for even the most sensitive skin. That's the tempting promise of the C5 Super Boost Eye Contour Cream by Paula's Choice. I've been using it for several months now, and I'd like to tell you my thoughts!

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Review: CNP Laboratory Propolis Energy Active Ampule

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CNP Propolis Energy Active Ampule is a hydrating, soothing, repairing and antioxidant serum that looks very promising on paper! It's a propolis-based serum that's been ultra-popular in Korea for years. According to the brand, they are selling 3 every minute. As a big fan of propolis-based products, I had to see if this best-selling product lived up to its reputation! Here's my detailed review.

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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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