Jenni, have you dabbled in any other Clinique products lately? I’m wondering if there is anything worth revisiting (I’ve been thinking a lot about brands that were huge in the 90s)
Ohhh that’s such a good question, about the 90s brands-I’d LOVE to read your deep-dive on that, if you do one! To answer youwr Q, off the top of my head: not so much Clinique, BUT yes to Clarins (just went back to the iconc OG Eau Dynamisante this summer, and now they’ve now bought their own land in France where their goal is to sustainably produce all their own ingredients by a certain date). Lancome re-introducing Juicy Tubes…. We also got Bourjois back here in the UK after a long (and missed!) hiatus… and I think the celeb MUA like Mary Greenwell are doing a lot to boost brands like, with Cate B, Armani Beauty…such an interesting question! I’d love to know yours and Fawnia’s thoughts!! XXXX
Ooh the Clarins Double Serum—I almost mentioned that, too, when you asked—I was going to give that a go as I've heard such good things about (and speaking of serums, what do you think of E Lauder Advanced Night Repair Serum?!). XX
I am so with you, EXACTLY the same here, I used to love ANR and want to still (!) but it just didn’t seem to do what it used to, and I wondered about revisiting in combo with other, more moisturising elements like a face oil (to seal the serum, almost?). Really interesting, and I’m just like you, all about the face oils and even switched back to a balm cleanser for the same reason this week, because my usual (albeit gentle) cleansing wash wasn’t enough in terms of needing to pack in more moisture. But it’s a fine line, because I do find if iI go too heavy then my skin will break out! 🫠 To be continued, this one, I think! XXX
I found a brand new, still in its box stick of Clinique Black Honey at the back of my make up drawer this week 😳! Not sure when I bought it but slicking it on felt so nostalgic… Love the sound of the lip oil…
WOW! 😮 That’s amazing– I LOVE that you had that moment of nostalgia!! The lip oil is lovely. Love a good tinted lip oil! Let me know if you try the BH one!! XO
Pocket atomisers are such a good idea for gifts (or life!) Annoyingly, I know I used to have a Prada one, but have no idea where it is. But my daughter gave me a little empty one a few years ago, and I always load it up when I travel, rather than taking a big bottle with me!
They’re a travel revelation, aren’t they?! And you’re right, such a special gift and not something we’d think to get ourselves? Star daughter right there! 🌟 Sephora does a great one, you’ve just reminded me—so great for slipping into the liquids bag when you’re not checking luggage!
Jenni, have you dabbled in any other Clinique products lately? I’m wondering if there is anything worth revisiting (I’ve been thinking a lot about brands that were huge in the 90s)
Ohhh that’s such a good question, about the 90s brands-I’d LOVE to read your deep-dive on that, if you do one! To answer youwr Q, off the top of my head: not so much Clinique, BUT yes to Clarins (just went back to the iconc OG Eau Dynamisante this summer, and now they’ve now bought their own land in France where their goal is to sustainably produce all their own ingredients by a certain date). Lancome re-introducing Juicy Tubes…. We also got Bourjois back here in the UK after a long (and missed!) hiatus… and I think the celeb MUA like Mary Greenwell are doing a lot to boost brands like, with Cate B, Armani Beauty…such an interesting question! I’d love to know yours and Fawnia’s thoughts!! XXXX
I’m thinking how to tackle. I just don’t think a lot of the brands are relevant anymore (although I love and buy Clarins’ Double Serum)
Ooh the Clarins Double Serum—I almost mentioned that, too, when you asked—I was going to give that a go as I've heard such good things about (and speaking of serums, what do you think of E Lauder Advanced Night Repair Serum?!). XX
Used to love it but now I kind of think most serums are useless unless they are oil based. My skin needs moisture!
I am so with you, EXACTLY the same here, I used to love ANR and want to still (!) but it just didn’t seem to do what it used to, and I wondered about revisiting in combo with other, more moisturising elements like a face oil (to seal the serum, almost?). Really interesting, and I’m just like you, all about the face oils and even switched back to a balm cleanser for the same reason this week, because my usual (albeit gentle) cleansing wash wasn’t enough in terms of needing to pack in more moisture. But it’s a fine line, because I do find if iI go too heavy then my skin will break out! 🫠 To be continued, this one, I think! XXX
Thank you so much for this lovely shout-out!!! I really appreciate that. Love this wrap-up too!! xxx
Total pleasure—HUGE congrats, again, Alice! SO wonderful. And thank you!! XXOO
Love the frosted Chanel! Looking forward to the Bobbi Brown interview. Happy holidays! xx
The Chanel is really different isn’t it? Quite magical! ❄️✨ Happy, wonderful holidays to you, too, Christine—and happy 📖 manuscript writing (hope you’re taking lots of lovely festive breaks inbetween chapters! 🎄☕️) XXX
I found a brand new, still in its box stick of Clinique Black Honey at the back of my make up drawer this week 😳! Not sure when I bought it but slicking it on felt so nostalgic… Love the sound of the lip oil…
WOW! 😮 That’s amazing– I LOVE that you had that moment of nostalgia!! The lip oil is lovely. Love a good tinted lip oil! Let me know if you try the BH one!! XO
Pocket atomisers are such a good idea for gifts (or life!) Annoyingly, I know I used to have a Prada one, but have no idea where it is. But my daughter gave me a little empty one a few years ago, and I always load it up when I travel, rather than taking a big bottle with me!
They’re a travel revelation, aren’t they?! And you’re right, such a special gift and not something we’d think to get ourselves? Star daughter right there! 🌟 Sephora does a great one, you’ve just reminded me—so great for slipping into the liquids bag when you’re not checking luggage!
Can’t wait for the Bobbi Brown edition!
SO thrilled she’s back for a festive one!! 🌟✨