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Acid Toning
Introducing: The Control Acid
A decongesting exfoliating toner for breakout-prone skin that targets the root cause of congestion, controlling it before it occurs...
14/02/2024
Introducing: The Gentle Acid
This gentle acid toner works hard to deliver the power of exfoliation, without the irritation...
14/02/2024
The Light Up Kit Has Landed
The Light Up Kit is a full routine, worth £394 and is yours for £160. A saving of over 59%. This Kit has been curated to brighten, refine and give...
31/05/2023
NIOD: My Sensitive Skin Picks and 23% off | AD
I have been recommending NIOD products since the brand launched. They have something for everyone at a brilliant price point. Everything is backed by science and their formulas are sophisticated....
20/06/2022
Sali Hughes x Revolution Skincare
“I’ve worked with great formulators and proven active and supporting ingredients to create a 100% cruelty-free and vegan-friendly core range of two cleansers, one exfoliant, one serum and two moisturisers,...
18/05/2022
FRIDAY ROCKS OFFER IS NOW LIVE
To celebrate a fabulous year for Skin Rocks, including our launch, a 25% discount is now LIVE on The Acid Box and The Retinol Box. Available now at skinrocks.com. Use...
26/11/2021
EMPTIES 2020: ACIDS AND MISTS
Watch my Empties 2020: Acids and Mists here! Acids: Deviant Gentle Resurfacing Liquid: https://bit.ly/2GNVO5H Zelens PHA+ Bio-Peel Resurfacing Facial Pads January Labs Daily Brightening Tonic: https://bit.ly/2QtpM1i Mists: La Roche-Posay Toleraine...
03/03/2021
STRIVECTIN DAILY REVEAL EXFOLIATING PADS | AD
I have really fallen hard for StriVectin this year. I’ve used most of the range, from eyes to serums to moisturisers, so when they release an acid, you know I’m...
23/11/2020
TEN YEARS OF ACIDS
TOP ACIDS FROM 10 YEARS – original IGTV here: www.instagram.com/tv Then... Pixi Glow Tonic: https://bit.ly/2SFomRv Beauty Pie Dr Glycolic: https://bit.ly/3da3awa Biologique Recherche Lotion P50 1970: https://bit.ly/2R8fMKt Dr Dennis Gross Alpha...
19/10/2020
SUMMER FRIDAYS SOFT RESET AHA EXFOLIATING SOLUTION
This is a three-in-one nighttime treatment that exfoliates, brightens and may help reduce the appearance of pores. Used in the evening, this is a concentrated solution of 16% AHA’s including...
25/08/2020
INSTA LIVE NO.2: ROUTINES/ACIDS
Hi All! Second night in - was meant to be acids but routines was the most-requested.. My book Skincare is released at the end of June: http://b.link/SkincareAR Mentioned in this...
29/03/2020
PIXI TONICS OVERVIEW AND UPCOMING EVENTS
Well if one brand has owned the word ‘tonic’ in the last however-many-years in the skincare world/beauty blogosphere it’s Pixi. Glow Tonic – one of the original glycolic ‘toners’, has...
23/08/2018
OH GLOSSIER
You know those occasions where you see something so cringeworthy that you cover your eyes because you can't actually quite believe you're seeing it? I debated about whether even talking...
02/02/2018
AFFORDABLE ACIDS
After the Glossier post I received almost 500 comments in less than 24 hours, a lot of them asking for info on more affordable acids. I would start by saying...
30/01/2018
GLOSSIER SOLUTION
Describe the brand in three words (sentences?) Young. Trendy. Good. Who is it for? The brand: teens – late 20s. This particular product: Hard to recommend for anyone. What’s in...
29/01/2018
Cane + Austin Retexturizing Treatment Pads 10% Glycolic
Describe the brand in three words. American. Derm. Green (colour of packaging!). Who is it for? On paper, acne sufferers and people wanting anti-aging. What’s in it? Water (Aqua), Glycolic...
06/04/2017
DCL Multi-Action Penta Peel
Describe the brand in three words. American. New (ish). Derms. Who are they for? All skin types. Suitable for sensitive. What’s in them? WATER (AQUA), SD ALCOHOL 40B (ALCOHOL DENAT.),...
24/03/2017
CHEAT SHEET - TYPES OF ACIDS
Hi Everyone! I thought it would be helpful to list a little extra info on some of the most common (and not so common) acids as a guide while you...
21/03/2017
P50 PIGM 400
There’s a new kid in town. While I was in Liberty yesterday I saw this on the shelf and grabbed it up. I don’t know how long they’ve had it,...
08/02/2017
BEAUTY MYTHS NO.20 - GLYCOLIC ACID THINS THE SKIN
Some of the most frequent questions I am asked concern acids - specifically glycolic. As more and more people embrace acids in all their glory, I thought a few facts...
11/11/2016
Clinique Mild Clarifying Lotion vs Clarifying Lotion 1.0
There was a moment of panic earlier this year when Clinique very quietly stopped restocking Mild Clarifying Lotion, and equally quietly, slipped 1.0 Clarifying Lotion out with the standard 'we've...
02/08/2016
FAVE FIVES | ACID TONERS | July 2016
Hi All! I hope you're enjoying the Fave Fives - keep sending your requests. :) WHAT I’M WEARING: J. CREW Save the Bees T-Shirt: http://bit.ly/29p0HNn Swarovski Celestial Pierced Earrings: http://bit.ly/29J3u8o...
10/07/2016
NeoStrata Smooth Surface Daily Peel Pads
What is it? 'A daily home use peel is expertly formulated at an effective pH using a NeoStrata-developed delivery system for gentle yet optimal skin penetration.' Aka - acid...
28/04/2016
Juice Beauty Green Apple Peel Nightly Brightening Pads
What is it? 'Help brighten, smooth and tone while reducing the appearance of dark spots, fine lines and wrinkles. These luxurious, eco-friendly bamboo pads are saturated with antioxidant-rich organic fruit...
30/03/2016
Nip+Fab Glycolic Fix Night Pads Extreme
What is it? Acid pads Who is it for? All skin types except those with obvious sensitivities to acids. What’s in it? Aqua (Water/Eau), Glycolic Acid, Triethanolamine, Glycerin, Polysorbate 20,...
26/03/2016
Avon ANEW Clinical Advanced Resurfacing Peel
What is it? 'Professional-grade, at-home treatment pads that exfoliate, retexturise and resurface all skin types.' Acid toning pads. Who is it for? Everyone, except people with obvious intolerances/allergies to glycolic....
07/03/2016
Radical Skincare Age Defying Exfoliator Pads
What are they? 'Improve skin elasticity and bid a permanent farewell to dull skin with radical age defying exfoliating pads.' Acid toning in a pad. Who are they for? All...
17/01/2016
Glow Tonic hits Target!
Thanks Pixi. This made me smile. GOOD NEW AMERICA! From this weekend you can pick up Pixi's Glow Tonic in 1500 Target stores nationwide. U.S. Customers are getting an exclusive...
28/08/2015
The Cult Beauty Box - more details
-> Sign up here <- Hi Everyone! OK. I know it's a fine line between doing 'reveals' and just plain winding you up - so I thought I'd give you...
23/08/2015
Pixi Glow Tonic Party!
Smoking is still not cool Arnold. Think of the children. I know. I know. I know. It's been a while. Anyroad; I'm here. And this week I'm heading up a...
07/06/2015
The Top 10: Acid Toners
I imagine most of you lovely readers will fully expect what products are in my Top choices so before I carry on - I couldn't stop at 5, hence there...
10/04/2015
Biologique Recherche Lotion P50
What is it? A liquid balancing exfoliator. Designed to strengthen the epidermis, exfoliate skin, regulate excessive sebum secretion, hydrate the skin, maintain the skin’s pH, and prevent and treat ingrown...
04/04/2015
The Month in Skincare - January
I can't believe January is at an end already! Those of you that aren't on Instagram will be unaware that I've been keeping a daily record of the products I'm...
31/01/2015
P50. Going going gone.
Remember all the excitement when Liberty said they would be stocking P50? I know. Me too. Liberty have just informed me that once their current stock has gone they will...
11/09/2013
Cheat Sheet - Routines
It’s easy to see how your skincare routine can be a little overwhelming – we are sold so many products these days – there is something for everyone – but...
04/06/2013
Clarins Gentle Exfoliator
Describe the brand in three words. French. Spa. Heritage. Who is it for? Anyone in need of liquid exfoliation. Who should avoid? Glycolic-intolerant, Fitzpatrick 6 would be better using other...
16/01/2013
P50 and a lack of oomph
So I knew my readers were on the ball - little did I realise just how much. I bought a new bottle of P50 recently and being rather busy and...
26/10/2012
Cheat Sheet - Toners
Toners of old are the Marmite of the skincare world. You either do – or you don’t. Unlike Marmite (it’s not for me) – I absolutely DO when it comes...
11/08/2010
Biologique Recherche and P50
Those two words fill my heart with joy. Not only did I do some of my advanced facial training here (brilliant memories of hazy Paris days and nights!) but this...
28/04/2010