I tried the anti-aging device ZIIP Halo
November 24, 2023
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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Skincare
Face Sunscreen Guide 2023, Part 3: Korean sunscreens
August 28, 2023
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
July 24, 2023
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
June 12, 2023
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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Skincare device
I tried the anti-aging device LG PraL Intensive Multi-Care BLP1
October 31, 2022
After several months of use, I can finally give you my verdict on the at home "Skin Clinic" device, the LG PraL Intensive Multi-Care BLP1 from the Korean tech brand LG. Did it keep its promises, which were quite ambitious? My answer is in this post!
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3 new French pharmacy skincare products to discover
August 26, 2022
This summer, after two years of pandemic and other lockdowns, tourism is back in full swing! And among the beauty addicts who travel, the popular place to be, if I believe what I see on social media, are the French pharmacies! So I thought it was a good time to introduce you to 3 products that I recently discovered when I traveled to France this Spring. They're not (yet?) on the French pharmacy must-haves list of all the influencers on TikTok. You saw these here first! 😉
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Skincare
Face Sunscreen Guide 2022, Part 3: Korean sunscreens
July 5, 2022
You've been waiting for it. Here it is: my third and last part of my Face Sunscreen Guide 2022, which this time is dedicated to Korean sunscreens, my favorites! This year, as usual, I tested a lot of them, and I'm sharing all my discoveries with you. Here we go! 😃
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Face Sunscreen Guide 2022, Part 2: Japanese sunscreens
June 19, 2022
Japanese sunscreens are some of my favorites. For my skin type and the climate I live in, they are just great. This year, I tried five of them and I want to introduce them to you in this second part of my Face Sunscreen Guide 2022!
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Face Sunscreen Guide 2022, Part 1: European sunscreens
June 9, 2022
Do you like traditions? Well, I do too! And this year, I'm certainly not going to break away from them since my "Sunscreens Guides" articles are your favorites, as you've often told me. So I'm starting my 2022 Sunscreens Guide series with the Europeans ones! And this year, I tested quite a few, you'll see ;)
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Skincare device
I tried the anti-aging CurrentBody Skin LED mask
November 28, 2021
I have been a phototherapy convert with my LED mask for a very long time! It's an effective technology for me, which helps me to maintain a nice glow and a clearer skin texture. But are all LED masks the same? After being loyal to my LG Pra.L mask for years, I tested the one that the brand CurrentBody Skin sent me about 4 months ago. I'm now ready to give you my thoughts!
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I tried the anti-aging device ZIIP OX
October 17, 2021
I can see it when I look at my stats on this website, anti-aging devices fascinate you as much as me (my two articles on the topic are in my top 10 most read articles 😆). I started testing a couple of them a few years ago, first with an LED mask, and then I continued with a facial toning device using an electric micro-current, the Trinity from NuFACE. This is the same technique that we're going to focus on today with my test of the micro and nano-current based anti-aging device, the ZIIP OX!
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Face Sunscreen Guide 2021, Part 3: Korean sunscreens
June 12, 2021
I know this last part of my 2021 Face Sunscreens Guide is highly anticipated, and for good reason. Here, we're South Korea and K-Beauty lovers! I kept you waiting, I know, but I promise, it was worth it: here are the 14 (yes, 14!) Korean sunscreen products I tried this year 😍
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Face Sunscreen Guide 2021, Part 2: Japanese sunscreens
May 29, 2021
Here is the second part of my 2021 Face sunscreens guide! This time, I'm focusing on the land of the rising sun, where there is no shortage of nice sunscreen options! So let's take a closer look at the new Japanese sunscreen products I tried this year.
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Face Sunscreen Guide 2021, Part 1: European sunscreens
May 22, 2021
I must warn you. This year, I tried so many new sunscreens that it was impossible to feature them all in one article, it would have been way too long! I decided to write three separate articles, and I'm going to start today with the European sunscreens. So let's do this!
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Makeup
The best Korean cushion foundations
May 1, 2021
Now that you've all seen my "small " collection of cushion foundations, I have no choice but to tell you a little more about them! What are my favorites, why do I like them and what do they look like in action on my skin. So here's my best-of of Korean cushion foundations, 2021 edition!
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Makeup
Korean cushion foundations: the ultimate guide
April 17, 2021
Cushion foundations... Still not very well known outside Asia, but I definitely believe they really deserve more attention! So today, let's take a closer look at what exactly a cushion foundation is, why (in all objectivity) the best of them are the Korean ones, who can use them (not only Korean peoples!), how to choose them and the best way to use them! I will tell you everything and I will also show you my small (lol) collection in today's post!
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Trend
Trend: the impact of the pandemic on “Clean Beauty”
February 21, 2021
The 2020 pandemic has clearly reshuffled the cards in the current landscape of the beauty industry. Some consumer trends have been confirmed but others have been dramatically modified by the health crisis. Today, I wanted to focus on the impact of the Coronavirus on one of them, "Clean Beauty". What are the consequences of the Coronavirus on the behavior and desires of natural beauty consumers in 2021?
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Makeup
What are the Rouge Hermes lipsticks like?
January 31, 2021
If there was one makeup release that was eagerly expected by lipstick addicts around the world at the beginning of 2020, it was definitely the Rouge Hermès launch! Indeed, the famous luxury brand Hermès decided to venture into makeup last year. I had the opportunity to try these very chic lipsticks. You can find my thoughts below!
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Tips
Guide: how to reapply your sun protection during the day
September 6, 2020
Reapplying your sun protection during the day can be a challenge. When you like to wear a full face of makeup every day, but you're also concerned about preventing skin aging, it's definitely something to consider. In this article, I give you my tips on how to stay protected from the sun all day long, whether you're wearing makeup or not!
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Skincare
Five moisturizing gel-creams for summer
August 16, 2020
Are you one of those people who tend to set their moisturizer aside when temperatures start to rise? Or on the contrary, are you the kind who loves to dive into the delicious sherbet textures of moisturizing gel-creams, perfect to moisturize your skin lightly during the summer months? I think you can guess where I fit in! Here is my selection of moisturizing gel-creams for the summer!
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Face Sunscreen Guide 2020
July 5, 2020
I know that some of you are just as obsessed with sunscreens as I am, and that you've been waiting impatiently for this article! So without further ado, here's an overview of my sunscreen face trials for this year 2020!
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Guide: how to choose the best sunscreen?
June 7, 2020
I mentioned it many times, daily sun protection is definitely the most effective anti-ageing prevention step in your skincare routine! But how do you choose the right sunscreen product according to your protection needs? Should you use the same sunscreen all year round, or is it better to have several products that you can alternate according to the situation? I'll give you answers to these questions in this guide!
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My best of skincare from the French pharmacie
May 10, 2020
If you're a regular BTY ALY reader, you already know that I have a hard time making choices. That's why I never do "favorites" posts. And I already have a feeling that this article will look more like a very long products list than a curated selection of my favourite French 'pharmacie' beauty products. Oh well, you've been warned!
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My current evening skincare routine
April 5, 2020
I introduced you to my morning routine last week, so I thought we'd keep the fun rolling with my evening routine! In this week's article, I describe its goals, the ingredients and which products I prefer to use at night, with the steps' order of my anti-ageing layering skincare routine.
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My current morning routine
March 29, 2020
Well, my friends, it looks like everything can happen at the moment, apparently! I've finally decided to share my morning skincare routine (and maybe I'll even write a second article with my evening routine, let's go crazy!). Let me show you the skincare products I'm using at the moment!
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Skincare
How do I use retinol effectively?
March 1, 2020
Now that the theory about retinol is out of the way, let's move on to the practical side of things, shall we? In this article, I'll tell you more about my experience with retinoids and I'll also share some tips that have helped me to optimize their usage in my routine without messing up my skin!
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Skincare device
I tried the anti-aging device NuFACE Trinity
January 19, 2020
Now that I'm in my 40s, I'm more and more interested in anti-aging devices to boost my usual skincare routine! I started with an LED mask and in the last few months I've intensified my treatment with a facial toning device using microcurrent therapy, the NuFACE Trinity. Let me tell more you about my experience, and I'll also show you the results on my skin!
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Skincare
How to cleanse your skin properly
September 22, 2019
Facial cleansing isn't always done properly, yet it's probably the most important step in a skincare routine. Today let's take a closer look at the best way possible to cleanse your skin, and all there is to know about it!
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Skincare
Face Sunscreen Guide 2019
June 23, 2019
Hello, my name is Bonnie, and I am a pathological face sunscreen tester. My ultimate goal: finding the perfect everyday sunscreen! So I test a lot of them, all the time. Here is my Face Sunscreen Guide for 2019! ;)
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I tried an anti-aging LED face mask
May 19, 2019
In recent years, beauty skincare devices finally became more accessible. Having celebrated my 40th birthday last year, I thought it was probably the right time to try some and I started with an anti-aging LED mask. I'll share my experience in this article!
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Makeup
5 new lip balms for Spring 2019
April 28, 2019
Ah, how I love spring... The warmer weather, new beauty and life that nature brings, but also the pretty shimmery lip balms! Here is my selection of the best colorful lip balms for this spring.
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Makeup
What are the La Bouche Rouge Paris lipsticks like?
February 18, 2019
Today, let's talk about some refillable, eco-responsible luxury lipsticks with precious leather cases, and also a "clean" formula! La Bouche Rouge Paris is a new super trendy makeup brand made in France. I tested their lipsticks and I'll share my thoughts with you!
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Skincare
The truth about my anti-aging skincare plan
January 21, 2019
At the end of 2018, I turned 40. Which means that I will finally be able to try out a lot of anti-aging treatments in order to tell you more about them here! You know me, any situation I can use as a pretext to try as many products as I can is a good one, and of course, my motto in life ;)
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Trend
9 new beauty trends for 2019
January 8, 2019
I love to analyze cosmetic trends, and I definitely plan to continue to do so in 2019! And I also enjoy a lot trying to guess what is coming ahead in the upcoming months in the beauty world. So let's gaze into a crystal ball to see what 2019 has in store for us regarding skincare and makeup...
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Skincare
Sheet masks: the complete guide
December 25, 2018
Sheet masks are one of the steps that I really appreciate in my skincare routine. They are efficient, easy to use and there is now a huge choice of sheet masks the market! It can be a little overwhelming at first! Today, I'm going to help you figure it out and better understand how to choose between all these different sheet masks.
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Makeup
What are the Lisa Eldridge Plush True Velvet Lipsticks like?
December 10, 2018
Lisa Eldridge launched 3 Plush True Velvet Lipsticks, and I absolutely needed them all!
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Skincare
How I build my skincare routine
November 25, 2018
Building a skincare routine tailor-made for your skin, your needs, your desires, and your budget... Not an easy task. In this article, I explain in detail how I do it!
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Skincare
An overview of 3 Korean sunscreens (feat. make p:rem, Labno and Etude House)
October 1, 2018
Today, I tell you more about 3 Korean sunscreens I recently tried, the make p:rem UV defense me Blue ray sun gel, the Labno Cicaloe Relif Sun Milk, and the Etude House Sunprise Mild Airy Finish.
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Skincare
Is Hada Labo lotion the best hyaluronic acid product on the market?
September 7, 2018
If there is one product that everyone agrees upon among Asian beauty product lovers, it's definitely the cult favorite Hada Labo hyaluronic acid lotion!
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Skincare
Buying guide: reef-safe sunscreens
August 5, 2018
As you probably know, I take sun protection very seriously. And when I go on vacation, I'm particularly careful when I choose my body sunscreens. I want them to provide effective UV protection but also to be environment-friendly.
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Makeup
Dior Backstage Collection: overview
July 27, 2018
Dior just launched the Backstage collection, inspired by professional makeup artists and aimed to millenials, these aspiring makeup artists, always ready for an improvised photo shoot (= a selfie)!
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Skincare
Sunscreen guide 2018
June 19, 2018
I use sunscreens all year round because I care about my skin a lot (no big surprise so far!). As you can imagine, I've tried a lot of different ones and today, I'm finally going to introduce you to most of them!
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Skincare
Sun protection: Q&A and common myths
June 16, 2018
Even if sun protection is relevant all year long, I definitely feel this topic interests more people at the moment, with summer just around the corner...
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Skincare
Is the “non-toxic” cosmetics trend irrelevant?
May 16, 2018
Today, let's talk about cosmetics' vocabulary, marketing, and legislation. No, don't go! I swear it's not as boring as it sounds!
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Trend
Trend: water-free cosmetics
January 27, 2018
With climate change, water is becoming a rare and precious resource. The awareness of consumers about the preservation of the environment now requires manufacturers to focus more on solutions and water-free cosmetics could be one of these solutions.
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Skincare
Do you need an essence?
December 13, 2017
Recently, and probably thanks to the influence of Asian beauty, a new type of product appeared on most skincare addicts radar: essences. Like a kind of "beauty water" or "liquid skincare", an essence is a hybrid liquid product that is a cross between a toner and a serum. Can it replace them or do you have to add it to them? I'll tell you everything you want to know about essences!
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Travel
Sulwhasoo flagship store, Seoul South Korea
November 23, 2017
During my trip to Seoul last September, I was lucky enough to visit this architectural gem that is the sublime flagship store of the very prestigious Korean skincare brand Sulwhasoo. Today, let me introduce you to Sulwhasoo, a true flagship of the Korean cosmetic industry. I will also tell you more about the wonderful "shopping experience" I tried out in this beautiful place.
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Skincare
K-Beauty: don’t call it Kawaii Beauty!
October 27, 2017
K-Beauty (= Korean Beauty) is definitely not news to me but if I'm honest, until quite recently I just observed it from afar. Sure, I've noticed the interesting trends and products but it was all a bit too "kawaii" (= cute in Japanese) for my taste. Or so I thought!
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