Beauty and wellness blog by skincare expert Jenny Wu, providing science-based and thorough product reviews, helpful skincare tips, and other insightful posts for beauty inside and out.
I'm sure most of you already know the basics of product layering: light to heavy, toner - serum - moisturizer. But what happens if your routine is more complicated?
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Sadly there's a lot of misinformation out there perpetuated by brands and influencers peddling their products, so I'm here to set some records straight.
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Finally an ascorbic acid serum I can get on board with, and it's super affordable too! It's a bit fussy though, so read on for all the details.
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CBD skincare was all the rage on Instagram a while back, and the Saint Jane Beauty Serum was one of the most talked-about products. Let's see if it's as good as they say.
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I rarely fall for the hype of new releases, but when Glossier announced a new product promising a dewy, non-oily glow, I couldn't resist.
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CBD is so hot right now, and not just the oral supplement, but in beauty too. Naturally all the buzz around this "miracle" compound got me curious.
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Sheet masks, cream masks, mud masks, I'm pretty much obsessed with them all. Then there are splash masks - literally masks that you splash on for a few seconds, sounds almost gimmicky doesn'… Read More
I've tried 11 SK-II products at this point, so here's my roundup of which products are actually worth buying, as well as where to buy them to get the best deal.
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Every few months I discover a new body care product that transforms my body care routine for the better. This time, it's the Dove Body Wash Mousse.
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Sometimes it's the small and simple things that makes us happiest, and today I'm sharing a few that have sparked joy in my life lately.
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No one likes greasy hair, but if your hair is oily by nature, avoiding this problem will be impossible. Therefore, you need to learn how to manage oily locks and make sure you always look yo… Read More
I've always preferred a holistic approach to skincare, and while I talk a lot about topical products on the blog, diet is just as important.
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Community over competition is a phrase we hear and say a lot on social media, and while community is important, is it important enough to put above our own mental wellbeing?
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If you're overwhelmed by the millions of eye cream options out there, keep reading, because I'm sharing the 3 things I look for when buying eye creams.
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Pacifica just released four different beauty powders, and since I've been having trouble falling and staying asleep, I decided to give Wake Up Beautiful a try.
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I reviewed the personalized Prose shampoo a while back, and now I'm ready to share my experience with a third custom hair care brand: Formulate.
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Even for a shopaholic like me, between not knowing what to get and fighting the crowd, last minute holiday shopping can be pretty overwhelming.
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As we head into December, it's time we start bringing in richer and more hydrating products to combat the colder and drier climate. Here are my winter skincare tips and picks.
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Everyday there seems to be a new it ingredient in the skincare world, and one of the up-and-coming stars? Cloudberry, the feature ingredient in Lumene's products.
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Kiehl's has made multimasking super easy with their selection of different masks for different needs, so let's take a closer look at each one!
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Regardless of whether you view facial cleansers as purely utilitarian or an opportunity to pamper your skin, we all need at least one in our routine. Here are mine.
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Do you switch up your lipsticks when the seasons change? I do, and here are my top 7 lipstick shades for fall that I'll be wearing the next few months!
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Serums is one of the most important steps in a skincare routine, so it's important that we choose products that fit our skin's needs and use them correctly.
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My customized skincare game is already strong with both Curology and Activist Skincare in my routine, so I figured it was time to do the same for my hair with Prose.
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Are chemical ingredients and sunscreens toxic? Do mineral oil and silicones really clog pores and cause acne? The answers are no, and here's why.
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It's been almost 5 months since my last skincare empties post, so you can imagine the mountain of trash products that I have piled up dying to be reviewed. So let's not waste anytime and get… Read More
I usually take my sweet time with reviews, but I was so excited after using the new Althea Real Fresh Skin Detoxers that I had to share my thoughts before their official release.
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2 months ago I underwent my first ever facial procedure - the PicoWay laser treatment - to remove my dark spot once and for all. Was it painful? Was it worth it? I'm sharing all t… Read More
After years of trial and error, I've found that the most effective method of removing sebaceous filaments isn't using a specific product, but using the right type of products regularly in yo… Read More
You can skip toners, serums, or even moisturizers but sunscreen is a must-have. So how do you find the right sunscreen for your skin type or lifestyle?
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The older I get the more minimalized my skincare routine becomes: minimal number of products with minimal amount of ingredients. For me it's about quality, not quantity, and the fact that my… Read More
At this point I think most of us have our skincare routine figured out: cleanse → tone → serum → moisturize with a cream/gel/oil → spf in the morning… Read More
I've been a big fan of sheet masks since using my first one way back in 2004, but I feel like they really blew up with the recent Kbeauty trend, and now everyone and their mamas are using th… Read More
If you've been reading this blog long enough or follow me on Instagram, you know my woes with Vitamin C. It's an incredibly powerful skincare ingredient, yet my skin just doesn't quite react… Read More
Asides from the dumb snowstorm that hit a last week, the temperature in general has been rising, which means my skin has been changing, and as a result, so has my skincare routine. Today's p… Read More
With the online shopping's convenience, super fast and free deliver, and nearly limitless product selections, shopping in store sounds almost archaic and counterintuitive. But even with all… Read More
Despite clearing out another box of products, I feel like my stash is never ending, and it's driving the minimalism side of me bonkers. But on the bright side, at least I finally get to thro… Read More
I'm a big believer of skin and body care being a holistic experience. From the scents to the textures, the products should nurture both our skin and our emotional well-being. One brand that… Read More
Ah yes, that lovely time of the month with many as names - Aunt Flo, shark week, the Red Wedding (high five GoT fans!) - as symptoms, which range from mildly annoying to downright agoni… Read More
You've probably seen the simple blue jar on your grandma or mom's vanity or tucked away on the bottom shelf at a drugstore. It looks bland, feels bland, has a bland ingredient list, but its… Read More
Taking pictures is my favorite part of creating blog posts and one of the main reasons why Instagram will still be my favorite platform despite its wacky algorithm. Lately I've been getting… Read More
For as long as I've been a proponent of SPF, I've been partial to the more elegant texture of chemical sunscreens, particularly those from Asian brands. So for the first time in...10+ years… Read More
I feel like chemical exfoliants really exploded in the skincare scene these past few years. Now every brand is touting their latest and greatest exfoliant that promises to brighten, smooth… Read More
I don't have the best luck when it comes to hair care products. Of the countless products I've tried to date, only a few have really stood out for me and made me go WOW in a good way. By the… Read More
The pile of empty bottles and jars were spilling over in my bathroom cabinet and frankly getting kind of gross, which means it's time for another empties post featuring 25 products from skin… Read More
When you’re a fan of a brand, you get excited when they release a new product. And since I’m a big fan of Instytutum’s products, I was excited x2 when I got the chance to t… Read More
Not to sound cliche, but omg it's 2018! And what better way to start off the new year than to reflect on my favorite skincare products from the past year, right?
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2017 has been an incredible year in terms of makeup discoveries, so of course I had to dedicate a whole post to my favorites from this category. Most of these won't come as a surprise s… Read More
After a disastrous experience with the By Wishtrend Green Tea & Enzyme Powder Wash where my skin pretty much molted, I was in need of some desperate barrier repair. The stars must've bee… Read More
It's that time of the year when I start doing my favorites series, and this year I decided to include a new category: non-beauty lifestyle favorites! Yes I know this category is ridiculously… Read More
A while back I reviewed my experience of creating bespoke serums with Activist Skincare and I mentioned that the Hyaluronic Acid Serum didn't quite meet my needs. They offered to reformulate… Read More
Usually time flies because there's a lot going on, and that could definitely be said about 2017, in both good and bad ways. Today's post is a reflection of these events, an overview of some… Read More
Sheet masking can be a real struggle in the winter time. On one hand I'm already freezing my ass off yet here I am slapping a soaking cold cloth on my face, because in the end, nothing hydra… Read More
Bold claim, I know, but for me, it couldn't more true. I briefly raved about how much I loved this eye cream in my Instytutum brand review, and now that 2 months has passed, it's time for th… Read More
Earlier this year I mentioned that one of my goals was to take better care of my body, because how ridiculous would it look if I had bright smooth skin on my face but dull rough skin everywh… Read More
With the Sephora VIB sale in full swing + a billion other sales going on, it's hard to not throw money at these retailers, and you know, buy everything. Trust me, I have the long-ass wishlis… Read More
I know many of my recent product features have been on the pricier end, so today I want to share some of my favorite affordable skincare products, all which are under $20 except for one, but… Read More
I strongly believe that the key to healthy hair is a healthy scalp, and the key to a healthy scalp is to treat it as an extension of our face. I already use a scalp exfoliant weekly and love… Read More
Once upon a time, I loved being in sun and hated wearing sunscreen. I know, the horrors. By the time I realized my mistake, my skin had lost its glow and looked dull + uneven. After countles… Read More