WRITTEN BY Lesley Holland Downey Catching my eye this summer are products that both delight the senses and address a concern, from a lightweight face oil to versatile shadows and liners to both simplify and elevate your summer look. Next level packaging meets effective ingredients in these warm weather heroes. …
Beauty
Beauty Report: Spark Joy
WRITTEN BY Lesley Holland Downey My beauty collection while still large has been shrinking over time—I only want things that both work well and bring me Marie Kondo-style joy. Here are a few of my current faves that are making the cut. …
Beauty Report: The War Against Pigment
WRITTEN BY Lesley Holland Downey In my younger years I would be super excited for all the fall beauty launches with rich colors to play with and enjoy. But to me the end of summer now means time to address the pigment that I’ve accumulated all summer. Pigment—whether age spots, melasma or post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation—can age us just as much as wrinkles and sagging. Take a look in the mirror at the difference between the two sides of your face as evidence—passive sun exposure from …
Easy Summer Beauty
WRITTEN BY Lesley Holland Downey With the sea of choices out there, your makeup drawer can become cluttered with the latest buzzed-about, influencer-approved products. I am taking the less-is-more approach by choosing more products that multi-task—combining benefits or functionality for a lighter look, and a lighter toiletry bag for travel. …
