PURITO Breeze Water Gel Cream Review: Cooling Hydration or a Letdown? | Doctor Anne

ADVERTISEMENT INFO: SOME PRODUCTS MENTIONED IN THIS POST ARE PR (GIFTED) AND LINKS USED ARE AFFILIATE LINKS. I RECEIVED NO MONEY TO WRITE THE BLOGPOST. PLEASE READ DISCLAIMER   I do love a lightweight gel cream come summer, so I was convinced the PURITO Breeze Water Gel Cream and I would get along perfectly fine. Especially when you caught a little more sun than you wanted to (it happens to the best of us!) and want to cool the affected area, a gel kept in the fridge beforehand can work…

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Skincare Stash and Life Update for June 2025 – Garnier, Prada and Mallorca | Doctor Anne

ADVERTISEMENT INFO: SOME PRODUCTS MENTIONED IN THIS POST ARE PR (GIFTED) AND LINKS USED ARE AFFILIATE LINKS. I RECEIVED NO MONEY TO WRITE THE BLOGPOST. PLEASE READ DISCLAIMER   I spend half of June away in Mallorca, enjoying the sea, the beach and a lot of leisure time, so this months Skincare Stash Update will be less skincare and more life, although I did some beauty shopping at duty free.     We didn’t fly International, so technically duty-free wasn’t exactly priced different than shopping at a regular store would…

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Sunday Riley A+ High-Dose Retinoid Serum Review: Is 6.5% Retinoid as Strong as It Sounds? | Doctor Anne

ADVERTISEMENT INFO: SOME PRODUCTS MENTIONED IN THIS POST ARE PR (GIFTED) AND LINKS USED ARE AFFILIATE LINKS. I RECEIVED NO MONEY TO WRITE THE BLOGPOST. PLEASE READ DISCLAIMER   When you read ‘6.5% retinoid’ on a product like the Sunday Riley A+ High Dose Retinoid Serum, you probably expect it to be seriously strong. But that number can be a little misleading — and might not mean what you think.     Today we’ll break down what’s behind the percentage, how this serum actually feels on the skin, and what…

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OneSkin OS-01 EYE Topical Supplement Review: Zombie Cells or Just Hype? | Doctor Anne

ADVERTISEMENT INFO: SOME PRODUCTS MENTIONED IN THIS POST ARE PR (GIFTED) AND LINKS USED ARE AFFILIATE LINKS. I RECEIVED NO MONEY TO WRITE THE BLOGPOST. PLEASE READ DISCLAIMER   You’ve probably heard of retinol, peptides, and antioxidants… but what about zombie cells? OneSkin says its OS-01 EYE Topical Supplement targets cellular aging at the source — but does the science back that up?     And what actually are zombie cells? Do I have The Walking Dead under my skin? Let’s take a closer look.      What the…

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Vaginal Estrogen on the Face for Anti-Aging: A Risky Trend? | Doctor Anne

ADVERTISEMENT INFO: SOME PRODUCTS MENTIONED IN THIS POST ARE PR (GIFTED) AND LINKS USED ARE AFFILIATE LINKS. I RECEIVED NO MONEY TO WRITE THE BLOGPOST. PLEASE READ DISCLAIMER   You’ve probably heard the rumors: people using their prescribed vaginal estrogen cream… on their face. As strange as it sounds, this trend is all over social media, blogs, and Reddit — promising anti-aging benefits without the need for a separate prescription.     But is it really a good idea? Let’s break it down.      Why Would Anyone Use…

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BYNACHT Illuminating Super C Serum Review: Luxury Vitamin C—But Is It Worth €160? | Doctor Anne

ADVERTISEMENT INFO: SOME PRODUCTS MENTIONED IN THIS POST ARE PR (GIFTED) AND LINKS USED ARE AFFILIATE LINKS. I RECEIVED NO MONEY TO WRITE THE BLOGPOST. PLEASE READ DISCLAIMER   A luxury Vitamin C serum that costs 160 € and promises overnight glow? The BYNACHT Illuminating Super C Serum looks the part — but does it deliver results worthy of the price tag?     The brand is German, which makes me even more interestes in what they have to offer. Let’s take a closer look at the ingredients, the science, and…

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Doctor Anne’s Skincare Stash Update: What’s new in May? Currentbody, L’Oréal, e.l.f. and Maybelline

ADVERTISEMENT INFO: SOME PRODUCTS MENTIONED IN THIS POST ARE PR (GIFTED) AND LINKS USED ARE AFFILIATE LINKS. I RECEIVED NO MONEY TO WRITE THE BLOGPOST. PLEASE READ DISCLAIMER   Something new for todays Skincare Stash Update: In addition to showing you my new skincare device form Currentbody, hair care from L’Oréal and makeup from e.l.f. and Maybelline, I decided to continue with what I started last month and add in a more personal update on what has been going on in my life during May.     No, I have…

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Currentbody LED Mask Series 2 Review: Do You Really Need the Upgrade? | Doctor Anne

ADVERTISEMENT INFO: SOME PRODUCTS MENTIONED IN THIS POST ARE PR (GIFTED) AND LINKS USED ARE AFFILIATE LINKS. I RECEIVED NO MONEY TO WRITE THE BLOGPOST. PLEASE READ DISCLAIMER   LED face masks are everywhere now—what makes the new Currentbody Series 2 different? More LEDs, a chin strap, and deep infrared light all sound impressive, but do they really translate into better results?     In todays review we’ll break down what changed compared to the series 1, what stayed the same, and whether it’s actually worth the upgrade.   …

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Shiseido Anessa Perfect UV Sunscreen Review: Matte Finish, Strong Protection—But Too Drying? | Doctor Anne

ADVERTISEMENT INFO: SOME PRODUCTS MENTIONED IN THIS POST ARE PR (GIFTED) AND LINKS USED ARE AFFILIATE LINKS. I RECEIVED NO MONEY TO WRITE THE BLOGPOST. PLEASE READ DISCLAIMER   A lightweight sunscreen with strong UV protection sounds perfect for summer, right? But does the Shiseido Anessa Perfect UV Sunscreen live up to the hype? It’s a hybrid formula, so there is some white cast—but how noticeable is it?     I admit I expected a dewy finish. Instead, this one surprised me with a matte result—what else turned out differently…

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The derma CO C-Cinamide Radiance Sunscreen Aqua Gel SPF 50 – Not really a gel | Doctors Review

ADVERTISEMENT INFO: SOME PRODUCTS MENTIONED IN THIS POST ARE PR (GIFTED) AND LINKS USED ARE AFFILIATE LINKS. I RECEIVED NO MONEY TO WRITE THE BLOGPOST. PLEASE READ DISCLAIMER   Gel in the name, but cream in the feel—and some surprising benefits in between. Let’s talk about The Derma Co C-Cinamide Radiance Sunscreen Aqua Gel. Which filters does it use, what does the C-Cinamide stand for and why haven’t you heard of it before?     Spoiler: It’s more accessible than you think—if you have the right friends.     What The…

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