February 2026 Empties for the Face, Body & Hair

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I managed to finish up 5 full-size products for the face, body and hair in February, and I would happily use all of them again, and in fact, in most cases, I already have replaced them. The Herbatint Permanent Haircolor Gel in Light Golden Chestnut 5D and the LAVANILA The Healthy Deodorant in Pure Vanilla are absolutely holy grail products for me, and I will always replace them since I never want to be without them.

Lancôme Advanced Génifique Serum ($89.00-$220.00 for 1 oz. to 3.4 oz. from Lancôme, Nordstrom, Sephora, Amazon, Ulta): This seriously hydrating serum keeps skin quenched and skin dewy. I have been using it in the morning and the evening every single day for months and I just love how hydrated, luminous and nourished my skin looks and feels. I really love how well this works for my skin. This particular bottle was part of the Lancôme Emily in Paris launch, but it is the same great formula!   Purchase Again? I think that I have one bottle left, but need to find it. I will definitely use this again!

Dove Beauty Bar Original ($5.39-$14.99 for 2-8 bar packs from Amazon, Target, Walgreens): This gentle, creamy cleansing bar contains ¼ moisturizing cream that leaves skin soft smooth and very clean. I have used it for many years, and absolutely love it! Purchase Again? Unquestionably! 

LAVANILA The Healthy Deodorant in Pure Vanilla ($13.00 for 2 oz. from LAVANILA, Amazon and Target): This is a wonderful healthy deodorant formula that is effective, smells delicious and offers long-lasting protection. Made from Pure Madagascar vanilla, creamy tonka bean, and a soft heliotrope blend, this delicious fragrance is a treat to the senses. The Pure Vanilla scent is warm and creamy perfection, and wearing it is a real pleasure.

If you are seeking an antiperspirant, then be advised that this does not prevent sweating. This has been my favorite healthy deodorant for many years now, and I will use it as long as LAVANILA makes it. It applies to the skin effortlessly, without tugging, and it never leaves a residue or stain on the clothes. This is a cruelty-free brand and their deodorants are free of aluminum and parabens. Purchase Again? I already opened another one!

Y’OUR Body Lotion ($29.00 for 6.7 oz. from Y'OUR and their Amazon Store): This is a fragrance-free, cruelty-free ultra-emollient body lotion that has the thickness of a body cream, but the emollience and absorption of a lighter lotion. The velvety texture of this fragrance-free lotion melts into the skin immediately and leaves even the driest skin feeling soft, smooth, supple and very moisturized. Purchase Again? I loved this body lotion so much that I would happily use it again, but I need to use some open bottles and jars of body moisturizers first.

Herbatint Permanent Haircolor Gel in Light Golden Chestnut 5D ($17.99 from Herbatint, Amazon, iHerb, Walmart):  For many years I used drugstore brand at-home hair dyes, but the last couple of times that I did I noticed that my scalp became dry and irritated. I decided to try something a little different, and I kept seeing Herbatint Permanent Hair Color Gel, and I decided to try it. This Italian brand, founded in 1970, is cruelty-free, vegan and it has a wide range of colors from which to choose. I have naturally curly dark brown hair that naturally lightens up in the summer, and therefore during the cooler months I tried their Light Chestnut 5N, and for the summer I tried their Light Golden Chestnut 5D, and both are stunning shades.

I mixed the hair color gel and the developer until it became a thick gel that was uniform in color. I carefully brushed it from roots to tips and then left it on for 40 minutes. This formula was tested on sensitive skin, and it definitely did not irritate, burn or tingle my scalp. I rinsed it out after 40 minutes and then applied their wonderful Royal Cream Conditioner– which comes with the hair color. This conditioner is lightweight and yet incredibly emollient and moisturizing. When I was done my hair was uniformly a gorgeous chestnut shade, but it was darker than on the box since my hair was quite dark to start with.

This formula neither dries out my scalp, nor my hair, and the color lasts for a few months before I need a touch up.

Herbatint encourages mixing shades to customize your hair color, and they also suggest that you can mix up just a small amount if you only need to do root-touch up. Whether you have any grey hair you seek to cover, or just roots that differ from the rest of your color, then just doing a root touch-up makes a lot of sense. I don't have much grey hair, but there are some strands here and there, and this does an excellent job of covering them. I simply use half the normal amount, as Herbatint suggests, and it works perfectly! Purchase Again? I already have!

Overall Assessment: I thoroughly enjoyed every product that I finished up in February, and will happily use all of them again! What did you use up, toss out, give away or return in February? Any great discoveries or serious misses to report?

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December 2025 Empties for the Face, Body and Hair

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During the busy month of December, I managed to finish up 5 full-size products, and would happily use all of them again. I finished up 2 face products, 2 body products and 1 hair product. 

Y'OUR Cleanser (Available from Y'OUR Skincare and their Amazon Store): This cleanser is a very gentle and lightly lathering, and it thoroughly cleans without ever stripping my skin. It rinses clean and leaves my skin soft and comfortable. Additionally, it is fragrance-free, nourishing and leaves my skin lightly hydrated. It is gentle enough to use morning and night. Purchase Again? I am swimming in facial cleansers right now, but I would happily use this one again!

Dieux Skin Instant Angel Lipid Rich Facial Moisturizer ($45.00 for 50ml and $78.00 for 100ml. from Dieux and Sephora): This is a thoughtfully created cruelty-free and vegan moisturizer that is richly moisturizing. It is a peptide and ceramide-rich formulation that is barrier-supportive and immensely moisturizing for dehydrated skin and skin with a compromised barrier. It is rich and thick, and yet it melts into the skin quickly leaving behind an ethereal glow. It is fragrance-free, with no detectable aroma, and it makes the skin feel so soft, smooth and supple. If you have acne-prone skin, this cream will likely be too rich for you, and you might want to try Dieux Air Angel Gel Cream instead. However, if you have dry or dehydrated skin, then this lipid-rich moisturizer is truly heavenly! Purchase Again? I have too many open face creams to purchase another one right now, but I love this moisturizer and will happily use it again in the future!

Renpure Oat Milk & Ceramides Sensitive Skin Body Wash ($7.50 for 24 oz. and $14.99 for a 2-pack from iHerb, Amazon): This is a lightly fragranced body wash that boasts a very satisfying lather and it leaves skin soft and moisturized, rather than dry and irritated. This body wash is perfect for anyone, but it is formulated especially for people with sensitive skin. It has become my very favorite body wash. It is emollient and delectable, and it rinses clean without any sort of residue. Purchase Again? Without any hesitation. This is currently my very favorite body wash!

TOA WATERS Liquid Bath Bomb in Lockwood Forest ($8.50- $10.99 for 50ml from TOA WATERS, Macy's, TOA WATERS Amazon Store, and ETSY): is a pretty enchanted scent, a truly luxurious to experience in the bath. TOA WATERS describes the Lockwood Forest scent as "Earthy and natural. Infused with Oakmoss, Amber, Vanilla, Sage, and Lavender." It is calming, warm and creamy and utterly delectable. It is moisturizing, rather than drying and it feels utterly luxurious against the skin. Each bottle will give you two wonderful bubble baths, and they are perfect for the cold weather and after a long day on your feet. Purchase Again? I will happily use this again and again!

Herbatint Permanent Haircolor Gel in Light Golden Chestnut 5D ($17.49 from Herbatint, Amazon, iHerb, Walmart):  For many years I used drugstore brand at-home hair dyes, but the last couple of times that I did I noticed that my scalp became dry and irritated. I decided to try something a little different, and I kept seeing Herbatint Permanent Hair Color Gel, and I decided to try it. This Italian brand, founded in 1970, is cruelty-free, vegan and it has a wide range of colors from which to choose. I have naturally curly dark brown hair that naturally lightens up in the summer, and therefore during the cooler months I tried their Light Chestnut 5N, and for the summer I tried their Light Golden Chestnut 5D, and both are stunning shades.

I mixed the hair color gel and the developer until it became a thick gel that was uniform in color. I carefully brushed it from roots to tips and then left it on for 40 minutes. This formula was tested on sensitive skin, and it definitely did not irritate, burn or tingle my scalp. I rinsed it out after 40 minutes and then applied their wonderful Royal Cream Conditioner– which comes with the hair color. This conditioner is lightweight and yet incredibly emollient and moisturizing. When I was done my hair was uniformly a gorgeous chestnut shade, but it was darker than on the box since my hair was quite dark to start with. 

This formula neither dries out my scalp, nor my hair, and the color lasts for a few months before I need a touch up.

Herbatint encourages mixing shades to customize your hair color, and they also suggest that you can mix up just a small amount if you only need to do root-touch up. Whether you have any grey hair you seek to cover, or just roots that differ from the rest of your color, then just doing a root touch-up makes a lot of sense. I don't have much grey hair, but there are some strands here and there, and this does an excellent job of covering them. Purchase Again? I already have!

Overall Assessment: I was pleased to recycle 5 containers in the month of December, and would happily use all of these products again. What did you use up, toss out, give away or return in December? Any serious discoveries or duds to report?

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September 2025 Empties for the Face, Body & Hair

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I am rather surprised that I managed to finish up 11 items in the month of September, though admittedly many of them had very little left in their containers. Therefore, it required little effort to finish up many of them. Of the 11 products, only one was a travel size, and the rest were full-size.

Trader Joe's Lavender Chamomile Hand Soap ($3.99 for 17 oz. from Trader Joe's):

If you are sensitive to aromatic hand products, and prefer unscented or fragrance-free, then you will want to skip these. However, if the thought of a lovely and refreshing citrus or lavender scent sounds perfect for you, then Trader Joe's Lavender Chamomile Hand Soap is definitely worthy of your consideration. It produces a satisfying lather, and yet it neither strips, nor dries out the hands. It doesn't overpower with the potential pungency of lavender because it is tempered by the chamomile, and it is uplifting, pleasant and delightful. Hands are left soft, nourished and lightly hydrated. Purchase Again? On my next trip to Trader Joe's!

Bisous de Provence Lemon Verbena Triple Milled Soap ($3.99 for 7 oz. bar from Trader Joe's): If you love high quality French milled soaps, and you don't want to spend a fortune, then you really must try this beautiful soap from Trader Joe's. This luxurious, and delectably scented soap, which is made in France, costs a mere $3.99 for a 7 oz. bar. It boasts a wonderful rich lather, it smells utterly divine and it makes an overall excellent hand soap or body bar. If you shop at Trader Joe's, I highly recommend trying this wonderful bar! Purchase Again? On my next trip to Trader Joe's!

Spongellé Hand Cream in French Lavender ($21.00 for 2 oz. from Spongellé):  Spongellé Hand Creams are the perfect antidote for dry hands, and I have used their hand creams for quite a few years now. Spongellé Hand Creams are available in 8 delightfully fragrant scents, and they offer serious hydration. They feature ingredients such as Hyaluronic Acid, Shea Butter, Argan Oil and Macademia Seed Oil that deeply moisturize and heal chapped hands, and the Hyaluronic Acid retains moisture and plumps fine lines. After using these hand creams, my poor chapped hands are left soft, smooth, nourished, hydrated and luminous! French Lavender notes: Top: Hesperides. Middle: Tea Rose, Amber. Base: Lavender Tea, Spicy, Woody. Purchase Again? I have other scents from them, but I would definitely buy this again in the future.

Herbatint Permanent Haircolor Gel in Light Golden Chestnut 5D ($17.49 from Herbatint, Amazon, iHerb, Walmart and Swanson):  For many years I used drugstore brand at-home hair dyes, but the last couple of times that I did I noticed that my scalp became dry and irritated. I decided to try something a little different, and I kept seeing Herbatint Permanent Hair Color Gel, and I decided to try it. This Italian brand, founded in 1970, is cruelty-free, vegan and it has a wide range of colors from which to choose. I have naturally curly dark brown hair that naturally lightens up in the summer, and therefore during the cooler months I tried their Light Chestnut 5N, and for the summer I tried their Light Golden Chestnut 5D, and both are stunning shades.

I mixed the hair color gel and the developer until it became a thick gel that was uniform in color. I carefully brushed it from roots to tips and then left it on for 40 minutes. This formula was tested on sensitive skin, and it definitely did not irritate, burn or tingle my scalp. I rinsed it out after 40 minutes and then applied their wonderful Royal Cream Conditioner– which comes with the hair color. This conditioner is lightweight and yet incredibly emollient and moisturizing. When I was done my hair was uniformly a gorgeous chestnut shade, but it was darker than on the box since my hair was quite dark to start with. 

This formula neither dries out my scalp, nor my hair, and the color lasts for a few months before I need a touch up.

Herbatint encourages mixing shades to customize your hair color, and they also suggest that you can mix up just a small amount if you only need to do root-touch up. Whether you have any grey hair you seek to cover, or just roots that differ from the rest of your color, then just doing a root touch-up makes a lot of sense. I don't have much grey hair, but there are some strands here and there, and this does an excellent job of covering them. Purchase Again? I have two more boxes, but will definitely purchase it again!

Kérastase Paris Discipline Fondant Fluidealiste ($50.00 for 6.8 oz. from Kérastase Paris, Amazon, Sephora): Smooth-in-motion conditioner makes hair extremely soft to the touch. This is a fantastic daily conditioner that leaves hair moisturized, soft, smooth, shiny and manageable. It fights frizz, nourishes the hair and gives it a lovely shine! Purchase Again? This is one of my all-time favorite conditioners, and I will eventually buy it again, but right now I have too many open conditioners to buy another one.

JR Liggett’s Original Formula Conditioner Bar ($14.99 for 1.75 oz. from JR Liggett's, Amazon, iHerb): This bar conditioner is moisturizing and frizz-fighting, but it doesn't weigh down hair or leave behind an oily residue. Hair is left soft, smooth and manageable, and it has a wonderful natural herbal aroma that is thoroughly pleasant and uplifting. Purchase Again? I would definitely use this conditioner again, but as I said above, I have far too many open conditioners to buy any for quite a long time.

OUAI Wave Spray ($30.00 for 6 oz. and $16.00 for 3 oz. and $28.00 for 4.9 oz. from OUAI, Sephora and Ulta): This is a wonderful non-sticky spray for effortless looking beachy waves. It has a weightless texture, it doesn't flake or make hair crunchy, s I run out.and it is suitable for all types of hair. While I have curly hair, this wonderful spray offers my hair touchable hold and enhances my curls. Purchase Again? YES, I  will definitely purchase a full size bottle!

Y'OUR Skin Night Cream (Available from Y'OUR Skincare and their Amazon Store): If you looking for a personalized skincare routine, then it is worth becoming acquainted with Y'OUR Skincare. I tried their custom skincare several years ago, and since that time they have reformulated their products. While thick and emollient, this night cream is remarkably lightweight and fast absorbing. It has a lovely texture that melts into the skin without leaving behind a greasy and unpleasant residue. After use, my skin is immediately soft, smooth, supple and ultra-moisturized. It is fragrance-free and it has no detectable aroma, whatsoever. Purchase Again? I have far too many open creams and lotions to justify purchasing more, but I really like this night cream a lot.

Y'OUR Skin Day Cream with SPF (Available from Y'OUR Skincare and their Amazon Store): This daytime face cream is lightweight, emollient and fast absorbing. It nourishes and moisturizes my skin all day long, and it leaves behind no greasy residue. It is fragrance-free and has no detectable aroma, and it leaves my skin soft, smooth and supple. Since it contains a sunscreen, I can skip an additional sunscreen. Though I still carry a sunscreen with me to reapply throughout the day. Purchase Again? I have far too many open creams and lotions to justify purchasing more, but I really like this day cream a lot.

Olivia Umma Glass Skin Strawberry & Tangerine Serum ($48.00 for 1.35 oz. from Olivia Umma, Amazon and Urban Outfitters):  is a Vitamin C serum that is made from strawberries and tangerines, and therefore it is rich in vitamins A, B and E. This serum is formulated to brighten and revitalize the skin, and therefore to help improve your skin tone. The serum has a lightweight gel-like texture that immediately melts into the skin without leaving behind a sticky or greasy residue. It has a very faint  fruity aroma, but it is neither assertive, nor long lasting. It leaves my skin brightened, luminous and hydrated. Purchase Again? I loved using this, and would happily use it again, but I need to use more of my open serums first!

Vitabrid C¹² Wrinkle Serum ($72.00 for 1.01 oz. from Vitabrid C¹² and Amazon): This wonderful antioxidant-rich serum offers skin incredible hydration and protection from free-radical damage. It boasts a blend of novel peptides that help boost collagen production, and the result is the appearance of firmer skin and plumped fine lines. Their antioxidant formula, which is infused with Niacinamide, Bisabolol and Citric Acid, helps to brighten the skin and fade hyperpigmentation. The serum is mid-weight, fast absorbing, non-sticky and fragrance-free, and it leaves my skin soft, supple, smooth and incredibly luminous. Purchase Again? I just opened a new bottle, it really is that good!

Overall Assessment: I somehow doubt that I will be able to use up this many products in October because I am currently using lots of products that are quite full, but who knows! What dod you use up, toss out, give away or return in September? Any serious discoveries or duds to report?

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Y'OUR Body Lotion Review

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In addition to having a complete line of personalized skincare for every type of skin, Y'OUR also makes body care products, and numerous other add-on products that are not part of their personalized skincare routines. Among the add-ons that I have tried is the Y'OUR Body Lotion, and I am very impressed by its efficacy and its gorgeous texture.

Y’OUR Body Lotion is a fragrance-free, cruelty-free ultra-emollient body lotion that has the thickness of a body cream, but the emollience and absorption of a lighter lotion. The velvety texture of this fragrance-free lotion melts into the skin immediately and leaves even the driest skin feeling soft, smooth, supple and very moisturized.

According to Y'OUR,

Enriched with natural moisturizing factors, the formula deeply moisturizes, brightens, and strengthens skin on contact.

The lightweight cream also delivers a post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation brightening effect while fighting against premature aging with Aloe Vera, Shea Butter, and Vitamin B3. Highly recommended to use in combination with the anti-acne body wash for the best results. Formulated with 0% toxins and non-comedogenic ingredients, this formula is safe enough to use in any sensitive area.

Features and Claims:

Hydrating and Nourishing: Enriched with a blend of regenerative nutrients including Aloe Vera, Shea Butter, Vitamin E and Niacinamide, this formula heals, strengthens skin barriers while deeply hydrating the whole entire body.

Lightweight and Fast-Absorbing: The lotion sinks in almost instantly so you can get dressed right away after a bath or shower. The non-greasy, light-fragrance and non-comedogenic body treatment ensures no clogged pores or bumpy texture, soothes itchy skin, prevents acne and repairs skin barriers.

Safe for Sensitive Skin: Designed to be fragrance-free with 0% toxins, the hypoallergenic, dye-free, non-comedogenic, and ultra-light cream is suitable for all skin types.

Long-Lasting Hydration & Protection: Provides all-day moisture that locks in hydration and protects your skin from environmental stressors, keeping it soft and healthy throughout the day.

Directions: Dispense an appropriate amount and gently apply to acne-prone areas twice a day, preferably when the skin is still damp.

Overall Assessment: This is such a wonderful body lotion, and I am utterly delighted by how soft, smooth and moisturized it leaves my skin! A+

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Y'OUR Personalized Skincare Routine Review

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If you looking for a personalized skincare routine, then it is worth becoming acquainted with Y'OUR Skincare. I tried their custom skincare several years ago, and since that time they have reformulated their products. The brand was created by friends Jenny and Hannah, who sought to create safe and effective skincare products that actually do what they claim, and that allow one to streamline their skincare routine. Y'OUR is a cruelty-free and vegan brand that is made in the USA.

About Y'OUR,

When beauty entrepreneur Jenny and a MIT data scientist Hannah discovered their shared frustration with finding the right skincare and mutual desire to help people feel their best, Y’OUR Skincare was born.

Jenny had spent years in the beauty industry—talking directly to customers about their concerns and getting past bogus claims. When she finally cured her own acne, she understood how powerful the right routine can be to transform your skin and your confidence.

As a consumer concerned about toxic ingredients, Hannah had been using her analytical skills to test and research products with natural ingredients herself—looking for the right non-harmful combinations to fix her oily t-zone and sensitive dry patches.

Together, they created a unique algorithm that’s driven by powerful AI and human insights to fully assess your skin’s needs, then create a personalized regimen that changes with you.

Because they believe every person should be able to have the confidence and 'I can do anything' feeling that comes with having great skin.

You simply start by taking the Y'OUR Skin Quiz, and then your quiz is analyzed by their skincare experts with the help of their Skin AI system. This ingenious system is, "where data insights meet human understanding." 

About Skin AI,

We input this data into Skin AI, our intelligent algorithm that builds a model of your skin in its current state. Then we cross analyze this model with your goals and search thousands of ingredients to create your customized system of four essential products that work perfectly together.

Knowing what will work best for your skin requires more than AI. That’s why we have a team of the best chemists, hygienists, and beauty industry experts who review your customized system before you receive it.

Then our team continues working hard for you—optimizing your system as your skin, your environment, your lifestyle, and your goals change.

And the MIT data scientists who built Skin AI update our algorithm with your immediate input, so our systems are always getting smarter and becoming more personal.

You always get the right ingredients in the right formulas in the right order in a way that's right for you.

My quiz resulted in a very gentle, nourishing and hydrating system, and it has been a very good fit for my normal to combination skin type.

Cleanser (Step 1): The cleanser that I received is a very gentle and lightly lathering cleanser that thoroughly cleans without ever stripping my skin. It rinses clean and leaves my skin soft and comfortable. Additionally, it is fragrance-free, nourishing and leaves my skin lightly hydrated. It is gentle enough to use morning and night.

Day Cream (Step 2): This daytime face cream is lightweight, emollient and fast absorbing. It nourishes and moisturizes my skin all day long, and it leaves behind no greasy residue. It is fragrance-free and has no detectable aroma, and it leaves my skin soft, smooth and supple. Since it contains a sunscreen, I can skip an additional sunscreen. Though I still carry a sunscreen with me to reapply throughout the day.

Y’OUR offers a world of benefits for valued customers:

- FREE 24/7 Skincare Consulting with our experts

- FREE Formula Adjustments

- FREE Refill up to a whole set and Early Shipment if renew

- Exchange REWARD POINTS for up to 20 Add-on products

- A BIRTHDAY GIFT on your birth month to celebrate

- Up to $30 OFF for both you and your loved one!

Serum (Step 3): The serum that was selected for me is a thick gel that immediately melts into my skin and offers it serious hydration and a dewy glow. I use this before the day and night creams because it is lighter, and I prefer layer products going from lighter to heavier formulations. There is no detectable aroma in this hydrating serum, and it feels heavenly when it sinks into the skin.

Y'OUR Skincare is: Cruelty-Free, Vegan, Paraben-Free, Made in the USA

Night Cream (Step 4): While thick and emollient, this night cream is remarkably lightweight and fast absorbing. It has a lovely texture that melts into the skin without leaving behind a greasy and unpleasant residue. After use, my skin is immediately soft, smooth, supple and ultra-moisturized. It is fragrance-free and it has no detectable aroma, whatsoever.

Your custom skincare kit includes a 3-month supply of cleanser (60ml), day cream (30g), serum (20ml), and night cream (30g). The subscription is delivered every 3 months so that we can reduce our carbon footprint and keep shipping costs low.

There are two payment plans to choose from:

- $69 monthly installments ($207 total per shipment)

- $180 flat rate, charged every 3 months at the time of shipment

Ingredients (click to enlarge photograph)

Overall Assessment: My personalized Y'OUR Skincare routine is gentle, hydrating and perfect for my normal to combination skin. I love that their skincare products are fragrance-free and they don't irritate my skin in the least bit. I also love the fact that Y'OUR adjusts your skincare routine by replacing products that don't work for you with products that do! This is a really solid skincare brand and their products are effective and pleasant to use.

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Y'OUR Lip Balm Review

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Y'OUR, a personalized skincare brand that is cruelty-free and made in the USA, makes wonderfully clean and effective products, and I am thrilled to have recently discovered to their fantastic lip balm. 

About Y'OUR,

When beauty entrepreneur Jenny and a MIT data scientist Hannah discovered their shared frustration with finding the right skincare and mutual desire to help people feel their best, Y’OUR Skincare was born.

Jenny had spent years in the beauty industry—talking directly to customers about their concerns and getting past bogus claims. When she finally cured her own acne, she understood how powerful the right routine can be to transform your skin and your confidence.

As a consumer concerned about toxic ingredients, Hannah had been using her analytical skills to test and research products with natural ingredients herself—looking for the right non-harmful combinations to fix her oily t-zone and sensitive dry patches.

Together, they created a unique algorithm that’s driven by powerful AI and human insights to fully assess your skin’s needs, then create a personalized regimen that changes with you. Because they believe every person should be able to have the confidence and “I can do anything” feeling that comes with having great skin.

Y'OUR Lip Balm is a deeply moisturizing balm that works wonders on dry and chapped lips. This cruelty-free brand, which makes highly effective products, did an enviable job formulating this lip balm. It is ultra-emollient, has the perfect amount of cushion for comfortable wear, and it has the perfect thickness. It is neither sticky, nor runny, and it applies easily with the slanted tip applicator. Filled with nourishing ingredients, it locks in moisture and leaves lips soft and smooth. Furthermore, the Hyaluronic Acid offers lips sustained hydration and it gently plumps fine lines. The peppermint oil is refreshing, but it isn't in the least bit overpowering.

According to Y'OUR,

Y’OUR signature lip balm is packed with antioxidants and natural emollients to nourish dried and chapped lips. Not only does the formula create an effective barrier to lock in moisture, it also deeply hydrates for a long lasting soft and smooth lips. With intensive hydration from Hyaluronic Acid, Y'OUR Lip Balm attracts moisture to the lips to plump and helps reduce the appearance of fine lines.

Directions: Squeeze out an appropriate amount and gently swipe across the lips. Tip: Apply a thick layer before bed as a lip mask and wipe off dead skin cells with a soft towel.

Overall Assessment: I have been carrying this lip balm with me since I received it, and I reach for it more than often than any other lip balm these days. It is that good!

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Y'OUR Personalized Skincare Review

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If you looking for a personalized skincare routine, then it is worth becoming acquainted with Y'OUR Skincare. This brand was created by friends Jenny and Hannah, who sought to create safe and effective skincare products that actually do what they claim, and that allow one to streamline their skincare routine. Y'OUR is a cruelty-free and vegan brand that is made in the USA.

About Y'OUR,

When beauty entrepreneur Jenny and a MIT data scientist Hannah discovered their shared frustration with finding the right skincare and mutual desire to help people feel their best, Y’OUR Skincare was born.

Jenny had spent years in the beauty industry—talking directly to customers about their concerns and getting past bogus claims. When she finally cured her own acne, she understood how powerful the right routine can be to transform your skin and your confidence.

As a consumer concerned about toxic ingredients, Hannah had been using her analytical skills to test and research products with natural ingredients herself—looking for the right non-harmful combinations to fix her oily t-zone and sensitive dry patches.

Together, they created a unique algorithm that’s driven by powerful AI and human insights to fully assess your skin’s needs, then create a personalized regimen that changes with you.

Because they believe every person should be able to have the confidence and 'I can do anything' feeling that comes with having great skin.

You simply start by taking the Y'OUR Skin Quiz, and then your quiz is analyzed by their skincare experts with the help of their Skin AI system. This ingenious system is, "where data insights meet human understanding." 

About Skin AI,

We input this data into Skin AI, our intelligent algorithm that builds a model of your skin in its current state. Then we cross analyze this model with your goals and search thousands of ingredients to create your customized system of four essential products that work perfectly together.

Knowing what will work best for your skin requires more than AI. That’s why we have a team of the best chemists, hygienists, and beauty industry experts who review your customized system before you receive it.

Then our team continues working hard for you—optimizing your system as your skin, your environment, your lifestyle, and your goals change.

And the MIT data scientists who built Skin AI update our algorithm with your immediate input, so our systems are always getting smarter and becoming more personal.

You always get the right ingredients in the right formulas in the right order in a way that's right for you.

My quiz resulted in a very gentle, nourishing and hydrating system that is perfect for the cold months of winter.

Cleanser (Step 1): The cleanser that was selected for me is a very gentle lathering cleanser that thoroughly cleans without ever stripping my skin. It rinses clean and leaves my skin soft and comfortable.

Day Cream (Step 2): This daytime face cream is lightweight, emollient and fast absorbing. It nourishes and moisturizes my skin all day long, and it leaves behind no greasy residue. It has no detectable aroma, and it leaves my skin soft, smooth and supple. It contains no sunscreen, and therefore I always add a high SPF sunscreen to this skincare routine.

If you don't love Y’OUR skincare regimen, their subscriptions include complimentary formula adjustments at no additional cost.

Serum (Step 3): The serum that I received is a thick gel that immediately melts into my skin and offers it serious hydration and a dewy glow. I actually use this before the day cream because it is lighter, and I layer products going from lighter serums to heavier creams and lotions afterward. There is no detectable aroma in this hydrating serum.

Y'OUR Skincare is: Cruelty-Free, Vegan, Paraben-Free, Made in the USA

Night Cream (Step 4): This night cream is remarkably lightweight and fast absorbing, and yet it is quite emollient without leaving behind a greasy residue. After use, my skin is immediately soft, smooth, supple and ultra-moisturized. It has no detectable aroma, and it has a really lovely texture.

Your custom skincare kit includes a 3-month supply of cleanser (60ml), day cream (30g), serum (20ml), and night cream (30g).

There are two payment plans to choose from:

- $69 monthly installments ($207 total per shipment)

- $180 flat rate, charged every 3 months at the time of shipment

- If you’re outside the US, they can ship to you for an extra shipping fee

Ingredients (click to enlarge photograph)

Overall Assessment: My personalized Y'OUR Skincare routine is gentle, hydrating and perfect for my skin during the cold weather. My skin looks and feels soft, smooth, supple, moisturized, and I have a lovely dewy glow. If you are looking for a truly personalized skincare routine that is streamlines, then Y'OUR Personalized Skincare is worth considering.

Press Sample from Y'OUR Skincare and their Amazon Store (Affiliated Links). All views expressed are categorically my own. 

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