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ILIA Overglaze Lip Gloss Review

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ILIA Overglaze Lip Gloss Review

There have been so many new lip launches over the past year—the market is fully saturated, but the people (myself included) love it. I’m the woman with at least five lippies at the bottom of every bag, so why not add a few more favorites to the mix? Today, ILIA dropped its new Overglaze Lip Gloss (I’ve been testing it for a few weeks now), and I adore this formula. In fact, in the sea of balms and oils we’ve grown accustomed to recently, this new launch has restored my love of gloss—a tried-and-true lip gloss with slip and shine, but no ick factor. Here’s my honest review.

What I Love About This Lip Gloss

First, the shade range. There are 12 beautiful shades inspired by the “lustrous glazes of ceramics,” and the names follow suit: Terra, Enamel, Mosaic, Vessel, etc. Honestly, I’m not even sure they needed 12 shades because a few of them are very similar, but nonetheless, there’s something beautiful to flatter every skin tone. My favorite of the bunch of Enamel, a mauvey pink, which is my go-to, everyday shade and super wearable. I tend to lean toward the nude-pinks, and this collection masters that color family well. One of the boldest hues in the group is a cherry red called Flambé, but because of the sheerness of the formula, it isn’t incredibly pigmented.

Next, the hydration. There’s nothing worse than a lip gloss disappearing after 20 minutes and your lips feel drier than they were before you applied it. That doesn’t happen with Overglaze, which is formulated with moisturizing fenugreek seed extract, and my lips still feel soft hours later. There’s a win-win with this gloss: I love the soft texture of the actual gloss, but also the soft texture of my lips once the gloss is gone. In clinical testing, the formula proved to keep lips hydrated for 24 hours! It also boasts a clinical claim for boosting lip volume (thanks to seaweed extract), but I haven’t noticed that benefit yet and don’t need it to love and appreciate this gloss.

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I also very much appreciate that there’s no strange taste or sticky, tacky feeling. For me, it’s the perfect consistency and super comfortable and cushiony on my lips. In a clinical study with 52 people, 100 percent of participants said the lip gloss doesn’t feather or bleed (based on immediate evaluation), and after 21 days of use, 98 percent said their bare lips looked and felt healthier. I can agree with both of those findings! Overglaze is a keeper.

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I’m a Psychiatrist Who Treats Body Image Issues. I Also Got a Mommy Makeover

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I’m a Psychiatrist Who Treats Body Image Issues. I Also Got a Mommy Makeover

The mommy makeover didn’t fix my body image issues because my body was never the issue to begin with. The issue is that I live in a world that taught me, since I was a little girl, that my body was something to be managed, controlled, perfected. That taking up space was something to apologize for. That my value as a woman was directly tied to how small I could make myself. I’m surviving in a culture that profits from women’s insecurity, selling us the idea that we’re always one purchase, one procedure, one diet away from finally being enough.

My patients and I don’t just talk about their bodies, but about what it means to be a woman in a world that simultaneously tells you you’re too much and not enough. We talk about how much mental energy they’re spending on self-surveillance that could be directed anywhere else. We talk about what they’re waiting for, what they’re putting off, what version of their life they’re not living because they don’t feel “ready” yet.

I don’t regret getting the mommy makeover—I don’t think it made me a hypocrite or a failure. It gave me a deeper understanding of how powerful these forces are. How even when you know better, even when you treat this professionally, you can still find yourself caught in the same trap.

What I tell my patients now is this: You can make whatever choices you want about your body—surgery, weight loss, GLP-1s. But don’t expect it to fix the underlying issue: the belief that your body is the problem.

Stop waiting to be “ready.”

The goal isn’t to love your body every single day. That’s unrealistic, and frankly, another thing to fail at. The goal is to stop letting your body dictate whether you get to live your life. Get in the photos with your kids. Go on the vacation. Wear the thing. Do the activity. Your life is happening right now, and you don’t get these moments back.

Is Your Skin Trying To Tell You Something? – Merindah Botanicals

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Is Your Skin Trying To Tell You Something? – Merindah Botanicals

Your skin can often reflect what’s happening beneath the surface — especially when it feels out of balance..

By simply looking at the location of skin changes on your face, as well as the texture and condition, you can get an understanding of your overall health and wellness. What should you look for, and what can you do about it? Take a look below at four common areas on your face that can offer a little insight in to what is going on in your body.

Your Chin

The chin is often associated with elimination and digestion, particularly of the bowel area and lower digestive tract.

What should I look for?

It is very common to see stubborn blackheads on this part of the face, as well as congestion. If these are persistent and not necessarily in line with your menstrual cycle (for women), it can be representative of poor elimination in your body. Our skin is the biggest organ in our body where toxins escape from.

If your other organs relating to your bowel and lower digestive tract become troubled, your skin will take the brunt. This can be caused by diets that are high in sugar, caffeine or alcohol, not drinking enough water, and not eating enough fibre.

Your Jawline

This relates specifically to the areas below the corners of your mouth. This part of the face relates to our sex organs – testicles for men, and ovaries for women.

What should I look for?

This area of skin is a common place to experience breakouts and congestion. For many women, this is a regular occurrence in line with their menstrual cycle. However, some women may experience chronic breakouts or extreme hair growth, which can sometimes point to a deeper imbalance and may relate to an issue that needs to be looked at involving the menstrual cycle and reproductive organics.

Above The Top Lip

This area is one that many women will relate to, and correlates with our reproductive system.

What should I look for?

Some women experience breakouts and blackheads in this area, or excessive hair growth or pigmentation. Many of these changes often occur due to oral contraceptives or other medications, or with health issues relating to the reproductive area as above.

The Forehead

It may be hidden under a rather stylish fringe or pulled away from your face with grips, but the forehead offers a lot of understanding about what is going on with your liver and digestion of the upper digestive tract.

What should I look for?

If you can see dryness or flaky skin, skin irritation or congestion, it might be a sign that your digestive system isn’t happy. It may be having trouble breaking down specific foods that you are eating, and/or may be a sign that you’re currently experiencing bloating, excessive gas or indigestion.

What can I do about my skin if I experience any issues?

When your skin feels out of balance, the answer isn’t doing more — it’s supporting it consistently.

A simple, calming skincare ritual helps restore comfort, hydration, and balance — without overwhelming your skin.

Our Essential Beauty Pack is what we call the Starter Ritual — designed for women who want their skincare to feel like self-care, not another task.

It includes everything you need for a simple, effective ritual:
– A gentle cleanser to reset your skin
– A calming toner to restore balance
– A nourishing moisturiser to hydrate and protect

Five minutes. No guesswork. Just consistent care that helps your skin settle — and stay that way.

If your skin has been trying to tell you something, this is a good place to start.

👉 Explore the Starter Ritual

15 Years of Woohoo: From a Tiny Kitchen to BO-Free Pits Everywhere

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15 Years of Woohoo: From a Tiny Kitchen to BO-Free Pits Everywhere

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This year, our little business turns 15. FIFTEEN. Which feels equal parts how did that happen? and wow, what a wild ride!

So, in true birthday-month fashion, we thought we’d do something a little nostalgic and take a stroll down Woohoo Lane. A reminder that the brightest business ideas really can start in a very small kitchen 🙂

Grab a cuppa. Let’s rewind.

2010–2012: The Home-Grown Days (aka Happy Skincare)

Before Woohoo Body was… well, Woohoo Body, there was Happy Skincare.

It all started in 2010, when Aaron mixed up an all-natural stretch mark cream for Phoebe during her first pregnancy. That small, thoughtful act sparked a much bigger idea: could we build a home-based e-commerce business making natural skincare that actually worked?

We didn’t have business backgrounds and we definitely didn’t have it all figured out – but we were curious, determined, and willing to learn fast. Early days were spent researching, surveying potential customers, building a website, and testing ideas between work, nappies, and late-night cups of tea.

Eventually, we began small-batch making at home. It was hands-on, a bit chaotic, very DIY… and honestly? Kind of magical.

2012–2016: Getting Out There (Markets, Pop-ups & Real Conversations)

Alongside growing online, we made a big effort to get out into the community and meet people face-to-face.

Our very first market was in Maitland in 2012 – stuck in a dark, dingy corner where we didn’t sell a single thing. But wow, did we learn a lot.

From there, we:

  • held stalls at Hunter Breast Cancer Foundation events
  • packed up the car and drove to Brisbane for an event in 2013, meeting inspiring small business folk putting themselves out there
  • set up pop-up stores inside our local organic grocer, Goodness Me Organics, who still stocks Woohoo today
  • travelled to Melbourne for World Vegan Day in 2016 (our biggest event yet!)
  • spent 2017–2018 at vegan markets on the Central Coast, meeting many customers who are still with us today

Those market days taught us everything – what people loved, what they didn’t, what their skin struggled with, and how powerful real, human conversations can be.

These days, we don’t do many markets because our little Adamstown shop keeps us beautifully busy – but we still love every in-person chat that comes through the door.

2015: The Natural Deodorant That Changed Everything

After several years of learning (and plenty of struggle), we spotted a growing gap in the market for natural deodorant that actually worked.

In 2015, we launched Woohoo Body as a second, separate brand, designed specifically for deodorant and for retail shelves. And… WHOA.

You loved it. You told your friends. They told theirs. Within months, Woohoo Body was picked up by a national distributor, and in 2017 it won Best Natural Deodorant.

This wasn’t an overnight success – it was built on four years of hard lessons – but it was the moment we realised: okay… we might really be onto something here.

2016–2019: Warehouses, Growth & a Real Team

As orders grew, our house filled with boxes (literally to the ceiling), and with a second little human on the scene, something had to give.

In 2016, we leased our first warehouse. Not glamorous – but a huge step. It let us bring packing and fulfilment in-house, improve quality, and hire our very first team member.

Over the next few years, the team grew organically – manufacturing help, customer care, casual packers, and an office manager – all local legends who became the backbone of what we do.

By 2019, we’d outgrown the space again and purchased our own warehouse in Adamstown. More room, more care, more Woohoo magic – and still made by real humans, by hand, right here in Newcastle.

2020–2022: Simplifying & Becoming Woohoo Body

COVID changed a lot for us. International plans stalled and running multiple brands began to feel heavy and complicated (by then we didn’t just have Happy Skincare and Woohoo Body – we also had Happy You Hair and HESO Men’s Grooming!).

So we made a big, heart-led decision: simplify.

In August 2022, we consolidated everything into one brand – Woohoo Body. It felt lighter, more authentic, and much more us. Less about beauty ideals, more about feel-good products that get real results.

Deodorant stayed (and always will be) our hero. And Woohoo Body became the home for everything we love making.

Today: 15 Years In (and Just Getting Started)

Here we are. Fifteen years of learning, pivoting, experimenting, failing, improving, growing – and doing it alongside the most incredible community.

Through every formula tweak, every launch, every small stumble and big win, you’ve been right there with us. And we’re so grateful.

It’s been one colourful, joy-filled adventure – and we’re only warming up.

From our little family to yours, here’s to the next chapter of BO-free pits, happy skin, healthy hair, and plenty of fun 🌈

Novo Nordisk launches oral Wegovy weight-loss treatment across US

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Novo Nordisk launches oral Wegovy weight-loss treatment across US

THE WHAT? Novo Nordisk has begun broad US distribution of Wegovy pill, the first oral GLP-1 treatment approved for chronic weight management in adults with obesity or overweight with related medical conditions.

THE DETAILS The once-daily oral formulation of semaglutide received FDA approval on December 22, 2025 and is now available through more than 70,000 US pharmacies, including CVS and Costco, as well as selected telehealth platforms and online pharmacy services.

Clinical data from the Phase III OASIS 4 trial showed average weight loss of approximately 17 percent at 64 weeks among patients who remained on treatment, compared with around 3 percent for placebo. When including all trial participants regardless of treatment adherence, average weight loss was approximately 14 percent, versus 2 percent for placebo.

The starting dose of 1.5 mg is being offered via a self-pay programme at US$149 per month, with tiered pricing for higher doses. Novo Nordisk said the safety profile observed in OASIS 4 was consistent with previous injectable Wegovy trials, with gastrointestinal effects among the most commonly reported adverse reactions.

THE WHY? The launch marks a significant expansion of the GLP-1 market beyond injectable therapies, potentially broadening access and adoption among patients reluctant to use injections. For consumer health, nutrition and beauty-adjacent sectors, the rollout highlights the growing convergence of pharmaceutical weight management, wellness and long-term lifestyle intervention, as demand for obesity treatments accelerates in the US. Increased availability and lower entry pricing could further intensify competition across the rapidly expanding weight-loss category.

Source: Novo Nordisk

How to Use HydroPure Tinted Serum

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How to Use HydroPure Tinted Serum

As a diehard Liquid Minerals lover, I was apprehensive and excited about HydroPure Tinted Serum. I hoped it would have the same serum-like texture with the sheer tint that I love, and I was not disappointed! HydroPure Tinted Serum is packed with skincare ingredients like Hyaluronic AcidCoQ10, Olive Squalaneand, of course, pure mineral pigments for a natural-looking tint. This skin-loving formula has led many people to wonder if HydroPure Tinted Serum is skincare or makeup. For me, it’s definitively makeup;I love the super sheer coverage and ultra-glowy finish it gives my normal-to-dry skin. Here’s how I like to use HydroPure Tinted Serum!

How to Use HydroPure Tinted Serum: My Makeup Routine

1. HydroPure Tinted Serum
I start with two pumps and apply with my fingers. I find that using my fingers is a fast and easy way to apply my base, plus my fingers break down the encapsulated liposomes super easily.

apply hydropure tinted serum

2. Enlighten Concealer
I have dark under eyes, so for me it’s important to use a concealer. I love Enlighten Concealer because it’s a creamy formula with the perfect peachy undertone to camouflage my dark circles.

3. PurePressed Base Mineral Foundation
If I’m having a good skin day, I’ll skip PurePressed Base, but if I have a breakout, I like to pat PurePressed Base onto that area for added coverage.

apply purepressed base

4. POMMISST Hydration Spray
Whether I use PurePressed Base or not, I love to set my complexion with POMMISST Hydration Spray. The uplifting scent and antioxidant protection are added benefits to my skin.

5. Glow Time Blush Stick
I love pairing HydroPure Tinted Serum with a cream blush formula, so Glow Time Blush Stick was a no brainer! I used the shade Balmy on my cheeks and lips for added glow and color.

apply glow time blush stick

6. PureLash Lash Extender & Conditioner
To finish my simple, 5-minute face, I use PureLash Lash Extender & Conditioner and Longest Lash mascara. When used together these two lash items make my lashes look full, long and heathy!

apply PureLash Lash Extender & Conditioner

I love the glowy, natural-looking coverage HydroPure Tinted Serum gives my skin; it’s a bonus that I’m doing my skin a favor by using a product full of skin-loving ingredients. And don’t worry, if you’re someone who likes more coverage, apply PurePressed Base after applying HydroPure Tinted Serum. By layering HydroPure Tinted Serum and PurePressed Base, your complexion will look refreshed and flawless. If you try out HydroPure Tinted Serum, don’t forget to tag @janeiredale and use #TheSkincareMakeup.

Click here to see Emma’s look in action!

The Best Winter Hair Colors and How to Care for Them – OLAPLEX Inc.

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The Best Winter Hair Colors and How to Care for Them – OLAPLEX Inc.

Key Takeaways

  • Winter is the perfect time to refresh your look with rich, seasonal hair colors like chestnut brown, icy blonde, or mulled wine that complement your undertones.
  • Choosing the right winter hair color depends on factors like your skin undertones, maintenance preferences, and overall hair health.
  • Protect your winter hair color and keep it healthy by using pre-shampoo treatments, moisturizing shampoos and conditioners, weekly hydrating masks, and leave-in stylers.

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The Best Winter Hair Colors and How to Care for Them

Do the changing seasons also make you want to change your hair? Explore the best winter hair colors and find out how to care for them.

Why Update Your Hair Color for the Winter?

There are a few reasons why you might want to hit the salon for a new hair color in the winter:

  • Style shifts: Many winter wardrobes incorporate deeper hues like burgundy or emerald. Updating your hair color can better match these cozy winter tones.
  • Less sunshine: As the temperatures drop and you spend more time inside, you might start to lose that energetic summer glow. A new hair color can better complement your winter skin tone.
  • Holiday inspiration: Festive events and spending more time around family might make you ready for a bold hair update.
  • New year, new look: The new year rolling in might inspire you to try out a new hair color. Why not change it up?

The Best Winter Hair Colors

If you’re ready for a color change, whether you’re looking for winter blondes or brunettes, consider these exciting winter hair trends:

Chestnut Brown

This timeless brown winter hair color is beautifully highlighted by its vibrant red undertones. Chestnut brown is a versatile hair color and looks great if you have warm or neutral undertones.

Icy Blonde

Many people associate darker hair with the winter—but believe it or not, blonde shades are still perfect for the season. If you’re looking for a bright winter hair color, a silver-toned icy blonde is perfect for frosty days. An icy blonde will look best on you if you have cooler undertones.

Caramel Highlights

If you want to subtly refresh your hair and have warmer undertones, try caramel highlights. Caramel highlights will add gorgeous winter dimension to your hair and will look great on brunettes or darker blondes.

Mulled Wine

For a winter hair color that’s a little more dramatic, try a mulled wine shade. Inspired by spiced winter drinks, it blends purple and red colors for a rich, eye-catching look. This winter hair color will look best on those with cooler undertones.

Espresso Brunette

Perfect for neutral undertones, espresso hair is a deep brown color that almost appears black. Typically, it’s created with a warm dark brown as the foundation, highlighted with gentle lighter-brown shades to bring out depth and richness.

Smokey Ash Brown

Smokey ash brown is perfect for winter: its cool tones perfectly complement winter color palettes. It blends a deep brown with hints of muted gray or silver. Smokey ash brown hair will look best on you if you have cooler undertones.

Honey Blonde

If you have warm or neutral undertones and want to try blonde this season, try honey blonde. This color has hints of gold and copper for a glamorous and radiant look, perfect for brightening your winter look.

How to Choose the Right Winter Shade for You

To choose the right winter hair color, you might want to consider the following:

  • Maintenance: Some hair colors require more maintenance; for example, if you dye your hair bright blonde, it may require regular purple toning shampoo to remove brassiness. If you’re looking to go longer between salon visits, choosing a shade that’s closer to your natural hair color can help it blend more smoothly as it grows out, making the transition feel more natural and less noticeable.
  • Undertones: Everyone has either warm, cool, or neutral undertones. Try to choose a shade that complements your skin tone. If you’re not sure what your undertones are, look at your wrist in the sunlight. If you notice blue or purple veins, you likely have cool undertones. Greenish veins mean you have warm undertones, and a mix of blue and green means you have neutral undertones. Your stylist can also help blend your winter hair color to better match your undertones.
  • Your hair health: Hair that’s extremely damaged might not be ready for dyes or extreme lightening. If you’re concerned about the state of your hair, talk to your stylist or find out how to manage damaged hair at home.

How to Care for Winter Hair

Hair is prone to dryness in the winter due to less moisture in the air, and chemical treatments like dye can potentially lead to damage. But don’t worry, you can combat dry, damaged hair with the right hair products:

Try a Pre-Shampoo Treatment

Start with N°.0 Intensive Bond Building Treatment to prime your hair for deeper hair, rebuild hair bonds, strengthen it, and protect hair integrity. Use it as a two-part system with N°.3 Hair Perfector® to reduce breakage and visibly strengthen hair. N°.3 will also restore a healthy appearance and texture to hair.

Use the Right Shampoo and Conditione

Use a shampoo and conditioner that’s clinically proven to reduce breakage and leave hair smoother, more conditioned, and easier to detangle. Reach for N°.4 Bond Maintenance® Shampoo, a highly moisturizing shampoo that nourishes, strengthens, and repairs. Once you’ve rinsed out N°.4, use N°.5 Bond Maintenance® Conditioner to hydrate, repair, and strengthen your hair.

For blondes, use a purple shampoo and conditioner like N°.4P Blonde Enhancer™ Toning Shampoo and N°.5P Blonde Enhancer™ Toning Conditioner. After one use, these shampoos and conditioners neutralize brassiness and boost brightness while strengthening and hydrating hair.

Treat Your Hair with a Hair Mask

Give your hair a weekly moisturizing boost with a hair mask. Hydrate and volumize fine to medium hair with the Weightless Nourishing Mask. This mask offers lightweight hydration through 5 washes.* For medium to coarse hair, hydrate and control frizz with the Rich Hydration Mask. This mask also provides hydration that lasts through 5 washes.** Both of these masks can be used weekly in place of conditioner. Still not sure which mask is right for you? Take the Mask Quiz today!

Opt for the Right Styling Treatments

Help your winter hair look its best at holiday parties and beyond with N°.6 Bond Smoother® and OLAPLEX N°.7 Bonding Oil™.  N°.6 is a leave-in styling treatment that adds moisture, strengthens, and reduces frizz for up to 72 hours. Use it on damp hair to speed up blow-dry time while smoothing, softly define and smooth air-dried curls. For maximum shine, softness, and color vibrancy, try OLAPLEX N°.7 Bonding Oil™. This weightless hair styling oil also reduces breakage and provides 450°F/232ºC heat protection.

Transform your hair this winter with OLAPLEX. Discover our winter haircare bestsellers, or take the Hair Quiz to get a personalized haircare routine.

*On virgin hair tresses

**On bleached hair tresses

Sources

1. https://www.nytimes.com/2018/02/20/style/dry-winter-hair-solutions.html

Morning & Night Rituals for a Healt – 100% PURE

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Morning & Night Rituals for a Healt – 100% PURE

Introduction

Skin responds best to rhythm. Just like sleep, nourishment, and movement, skincare works most effectively when it is consistent and predictable. When routines are constantly changing or overly complex, the skin can struggle to find balance, especially when the barrier is already stressed.

A daily skin reset is not about doing more. It is about doing the right things, in the right order, every day. Simplicity and repetition allow the skin to settle, repair, and function more efficiently over time.

Morning and night routines do not need to be long or complicated to be effective. In fact, a simple skincare routine built around a few intentional steps often delivers better results than a crowded shelf of products. When skin knows what to expect, it is less reactive and more resilient.

By creating a consistent rhythm, you give your skin the space it needs to rebuild its barrier, maintain hydration, and return to a calm, healthy state.

Why Skin Thrives on Routine and Rhythm

Skin is a responsive organ. It adapts to patterns and relies on consistency to maintain balance. When products are introduced and removed frequently, or when routines vary widely from day to day, the skin barrier can become unsettled.

Predictability helps reduce reactivity. When the skin receives the same supportive ingredients regularly, it can focus on repair rather than defense. This is especially important during periods of barrier recovery, when the skin needs stability to restore moisture retention and resilience.

Consistency also allows barrier repair to occur gradually. Lipid production, hydration balance, and cell renewal all improve over time with repeated support. Skipping steps frequently or constantly switching products interrupts this process and can slow progress.

A steady routine creates an environment where the skin feels supported rather than challenged. Over time, this leads to improved comfort, smoother texture, and a more even appearance.

Morning Routine: Prepare and Protect

The morning routine is about setting the skin up for the day ahead. The goal is to refresh the skin, support the barrier, and maintain hydration without disruption.

Cleanse


Start by gently cleansing to remove overnight buildup without stripping essential moisture. The Argan Oil Creamy Cleanser refreshes the skin while preserving lipids, helping maintain barrier comfort from the first step.

Treat


Follow with a supportive treatment that reinforces structure and resilience. The Mushroom Peptides Firming Serum helps hydrate and support firmness, preparing the skin to better handle daily environmental exposure.

Moisturize


Finish by sealing in hydration and maintaining comfort. The Mushroom Peptide Moisturizer reinforces the barrier and helps skin stay balanced throughout the day, creating a smooth, comfortable base.

A simple morning routine focused on protection and hydration helps the skin remain calm and supported as it faces daily stress.

Night Routine: Repair and Restore

Nighttime is when the skin naturally shifts into repair mode. Cell turnover increases, moisture loss slows, and the skin becomes more receptive to nourishment. A consistent night routine supports this process and helps reinforce barrier recovery.

Cleanse


Begin by removing the day gently. Cleansing at night clears away sunscreen, makeup, and environmental buildup without disturbing the skin’s protective lipids. Using a gentle cleanser allows the barrier to remain intact while preparing the skin for treatment.

Treat


Treatment at night focuses on nourishment and support rather than stimulation. Applying the Mushroom Peptides Firming Serum helps replenish hydration and support skin structure while the skin is at rest. This step encourages resilience and comfort by morning.

Moisturize


Finish with a moisturizer that reinforces the barrier while you sleep. The Mushroom Peptide Moisturizer helps seal in hydration and support overnight repair, allowing the skin to wake up feeling softer, calmer, and more balanced.

A night routine does not need extra steps to be effective. Consistency and gentleness are what allow the skin to restore itself naturally.

Weekly Maintenance for Ongoing Balance

Daily routines create stability, but weekly care helps maintain clarity and radiance without disrupting balance. The key is choosing treatments that support renewal gently.

Used once a week, the Vitamin C Glow Max Bright Mask helps refresh dull skin and support brightness without overstimulation. This type of targeted care encourages radiance while respecting the skin barrier.

Weekly maintenance is not about correcting aggressively. It is about giving the skin a subtle boost that complements the daily rhythm rather than competing with it.

When weekly care is aligned with barrier support, skin remains more even, comfortable, and resilient over time.

Conclusion

A daily skin reset routine is not about perfection. It is about consistency.

By repeating a few intentional steps each morning and night, the skin learns to trust the routine. This trust allows the barrier to strengthen, hydration to stabilize, and reactivity to decrease.

Long-term skin health is built through small actions done consistently. When skincare becomes a rhythm rather than a reaction, the skin responds with comfort, balance, and a glow that lasts.

FAQ: Daily Skin Reset Routine

Do I need different routines morning and night?

Yes, but the difference does not need to be dramatic. Morning routines focus on preparing and protecting the skin for the day, while night routines support repair and recovery. The core steps can remain the same, but the intention behind them shifts. This consistency helps the skin maintain balance while allowing natural overnight repair to occur.

How long should a daily skincare routine take?

A daily routine does not need to be time-consuming to be effective. A simple morning or night routine can take as little as five minutes. What matters most is consistency. Repeating the same supportive steps daily allows the skin barrier to strengthen over time, which leads to better results than longer, irregular routines.

What if I miss a day?

Missing a day occasionally will not undo your progress. Skin responds to patterns over time, not perfection. Simply return to your routine the next day without trying to overcorrect. Maintaining a calm, steady approach helps the skin stay resilient and balanced in the long run.

DCYPHER Custom Glow Booster Review

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DCYPHER Custom Glow Booster Review

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DCYPHER Custom Glow Booster Review

Personalised beauty is having a real moment, and DCYPHER Custom Glow Booster is one of the most interesting launches I’ve tried recently. It’s a sheer, glow-enhancing skin tint that’s custom-matched to your exact skin tone using a face scan, and the result is impressively seamless.

If you like the idea of glowing skin that still looks like your skin (not shimmered, glittery or overly perfected), this is definitely one to know about.

What Is DCYPHER Custom Glow Booster?

DCYPHER Custom Glow Booster packaging
DCYPHER Custom Glow Booster packaging

DCYPHER Custom Glow Booster is a customised sheer skin tint designed to blur, smooth and add radiance while matching your exact skin tone.

You scan your face in good natural light, DCYPHER creates your bespoke shade, and the product is then made specifically for you. There’s also a match guarantee, which takes away a lot of the risk that usually comes with complexion products.

It’s designed to be worn in multiple ways:

  • Alone for a no-makeup glow
  • As a radiant primer
  • Mixed with foundation for added luminosity

Key Ingredients

Hyaluronic Acid (Sodium Hyaluronate) – hydrates and plumps

Glycerin – helps lock in moisture and maintain comfort

Caesalpinia Spinosa Fruit Extract & Kappaphycus Alvarezii Extract – help create a smoothing, second-skin effect for soft focus blur

My Review of DCYPHER Custom Glow Booster

My Review of DCYPHER Custom Glow Booster
My Review of DCYPHER Custom Glow Booster

This is a new addition to the DCYPHER portfolio, so I was keen to try it. Their core product is a full foundation that you can choose both the finish and level of coverage, plus have it tailored to your skin type.

Texture & Finish on the Skin

The texture is one of my favourite things about this product.

It has a beautifully light, hydrating feel that spreads effortlessly over the skin. It doesn’t feel heavy, greasy or silicone-y. Instead, it melts in quickly and leaves the skin feeling comfortable and fresh.

The finish is:

  • Sheer but beautifying
  • Softly radiant rather than shimmery
  • Gently blurring, especially around pores and texture
  • Very natural and skin-like

This is glow that looks like healthy skin, not makeup sitting on top.

Coverage: Sheer but Effective

Coverage is very sheer, but it still makes a visible difference.

It subtly:

  • Evens out the complexion
  • Takes down redness
  • Adds brightness and life to the skin

This is not about covering everything, it’s about improving how skin looks overall. Perfect for days when you want your skin to look better, but not “made up”.

The Custom Colour Match: Does It Work?

Yes, and surprisingly well.

The scanning process is quick and easy, and the resulting shade match is excellent. Because it’s a sheer tint, it’s also very forgiving, but the fact that it’s custom-made means:

  • No orange or grey undertones
  • No obvious mismatch at the jawline
  • No need to guess your shade

And if it’s not quite right, DCYPHER will adjust it free of charge.

DCYPHER Custom Glow Booster Before & After

This is one of those products where the improvement is subtle rather than transformative. It doesn’t mask skin, it quietly improves how it looks. These before and after images show the kind of soft-focus smoothing and healthy radiance you get with a single layer applied all over the face.

DCYPHER Custom Glow Booster Before Photo
DCYPHER Custom Glow Booster Before Photo
DCYPHER Custom Glow Booster After Photo - subtle enhancements
DCYPHER Custom Glow Booster After Photo – subtle enhancements

This isn’t a product designed to dramatically cover or correct. The appeal is how natural it looks and how skin still looks like skin, just fresher, more even and softly luminous.

DCYPHER Custom Glow Booster Application Video

This short application video shows how easily DCYPHER Custom Glow Booster blends into the skin. I’m applying a single layer all over the face to show the sheer coverage, subtle glow and skin-like finish in natural light.

If you are looking for a skin tint with SPF added, check out Best Tinted Sunscreens 2025 for Glowy, Protected Skin | SPF Skin Tints Round-Up.

DCYPHER vs Charlotte Tilbury Hollywood Flawless Filter

This is a very natural comparison, and having used both, here’s how I’d describe the difference:

DCYPHER Custom Glow Booster

  • More natural-looking
  • Less shimmer
  • More skin-like
  • Fully custom shade match

Charlotte Tilbury Hollywood Flawless Filter

  • More reflective and glowy
  • Visible shimmer
  • Fixed shade range

If you love the idea of Flawless Filter but sometimes find it a bit too shiny or not quite your shade, DCYPHER is a brilliant alternative.

How to Use DCYPHER Custom Glow Booster

This is one of those beautifully versatile products that works in multiple routines.

1. For No-Makeup Makeup Days

Apply it all over like a light base. It evens, brightens and adds glow without looking like foundation.

2. As a Radiant Primer

Use it under your regular foundation to add a subtle lit-from-within effect.

3. Mixed with Foundation

Mix a small amount into your foundation to sheer it out or add radiance.

4. My Favourite Way

Use it all over the face, then add:

  • Concealer where needed
  • A more full-coverage foundation only in targeted areas

This gives the most natural, skin-first result.

Who Will Love This?

You’ll really enjoy DCYPHER Custom Glow Booster if you:

  • Love natural, skin-like makeup
  • Want glow without obvious shimmer
  • Struggle to find good shade matches
  • Like multi-use complexion products
  • Want something easy and foolproof

If you prefer full coverage or very matte finishes, this may feel too subtle — but as a glow base, it’s excellent.

Final Thoughts

DCYPHER Custom Glow Booster is a genuinely clever complexion product. The custom shade element works beautifully, the texture is light and hydrating, and the finish is one of the most natural glows I’ve seen.

It’s effortless, flexible and very wearable, the kind of product that quietly earns its place in your routine because it just makes skin look better with minimal effort.

If you’re looking for an easy skin tint, a glow booster that doesn’t shout, or a more natural alternative to Hollywood Flawless Filter, this is well worth trying.

Where to buy it

DCYPHER Custom Glow Booster is £29 and mixed to match your skin tone via the link below:

How Do I Go From Black Hair to Blonde? | Hair Advice

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How Do I Go From Black Hair to Blonde? | Hair Advice

Feeling inspired by Billie Eilish’s new blonde bombshell transformation? — Us too. Going from black to blonde is a major hair change and we are here for it! But as great as it looks in the final outcome, it can be a tough journey to get there. If you’re anything like us, you’ve experimented with hair colors, box dyes and at-home haircuts in the last year — which can add another layer of difficulty to the overall transformation. Not to worry, if there’s a will, there’s a way! And we’ve got you covered (with lots of bleach and conditioner) to get there!

We’ve consulted with professional Toronto colorist Justine Frisoni to give us a step by step process of what to expect when making such a drastic change to your hair color. If you aren’t ready for a drastic color change yet, an easy way to switch up your look is through hair extensions. Experiment with different shades before reaching for permanent dye.

Step 1: Keep Your Hair Healthy

Before starting on your color journey it’s important to consider the health & integrity of your hair. Because the color process is lengthy and harsh on your hair – it must be healthy!

Start with conditioning treatments, minimize the use of heat tools, and swap out cheaper products for salon quality shampoos and conditioners (sulfate/paraben free). Trimming any dead ends is also important as you want your hair to be strong enough to handle the bleaching process! Once your hair has been prepped to optimal health you can start the dyeing process.

Step 2: Do a Hair Analysis

On your first salon visit bring a coffee and a snack! “Time is going to be your friend for this transformation”, says Frisoni. The first step to this process is a thorough hair analysis. A strand test will most likely be conducted to see how the bleach will take to your hair. Once this is done and you’re good to begin, your colorist will start the “bleach out” process.

You can expect to have your entire head bleached, except for about 1 inch of your root — your scalp is a heat conductor and therefore will process your root bleach faster than the rest of your hair, so it’s important to do this step last. Your colorist will bleach your roots once the rest of your hair has had time to process.

Step 3: Color Stripping

This is a tedious process and therefore you should expect the color stripping to be repeated a few times before you reach the “pale yellow” stage. The stages of your color will go from black to red, red to orange, orange to bright yellow, and then ultimately to a pale yellow where toner can be applied to achieve your desired blonde. If your hair can handle second bleaching within your first salon visit your colorist will repeat the bleach out again. If not, they’ll suggest coming back after your hair has had time to recover — typically six weeks.

Once you’ve stripped your color in the bleach out process, you’ll most likely leave the salon with an orangish color depending on your personal progress. Frisoni suggests having your colorist tone your hair to a flattering shade for the weeks in between the stripping process so that you can tolerate the tones you may be left with.

Note: It is important to wait the appropriate time before re-bleaching your hair as you should have the desired length of a 1-inch root before re-bleaching. If you rush this part of the process you can risk overlapping which can cause breakage. By waiting too long to re-bleach you may risk color banding — different shades of blonde lines due to uneven lifting.

Step 4: Repeat

Depending on your hair’s starting color & strength, you may have to repeat the stripping process for a third and or fourth time to reach the pale yellow stage. Billie Eilish’s colorist confirmed it took four dye sessions for Eilish to erase the jet black she started from. This color stage is needed in order to tone your hair to a softer blonde.

During the color lifting you may notice some areas lighten quicker than others, this just means you will have to spot treat specific areas to have your base all the same color. Because the bleach out process is extremely hard on your hair, Frisoni suggests having a “bond builder” blended into your bleach formula. This will help protect your hair from extra damage, however, it is important to note that bond builder slightly dilutes the bleach, but your hair will thank you in the end!

Step 5: Time to Add Hair Color

Color! Whether you’re wanting to go full Marilyn Monroe or a little softer blonde like Eilish it’s all in the toner! In Billie Eilish’s case, she opted for an Ash Blonde tone and this is a solid coloring. Frisoni always suggests bringing inspo pics to make sure your colorist has an exact idea of what tones you’re wanting to achieve for your final look.

AFTERCARE TIPS:

Being a blonde is no joke! Maintenance and care are just as important as the process it took to get there. Maintenance on your color can typically be every eight weeks to include; root touch-up, tone and trim if needed. Nourishing your hair is always important, especially after such a harsh process, so routinely using conditioning treatments and purple shampoo to leave brassy tones out is key!

We’ve done the research for you and now it’s your time to shine like a superstar! Follow these easy steps to go from black to blonde hair and let us know what you think of your new look!

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