"Proverbs should be sold in pairs, a single one being but a half truth."
William Matthews
Hey There BIC, Jeffrey Here, Sephora Beauty Director!
It's been a while, so I wanted to bounce back with a fun Skincare Unboxing that I shared on my instagram a week or so ago. Lately, the brands have been sending me all of their newest launches along with a partner product of some sort. As I was opening the boxes, I started noticing all of these pairs of products lined up and couldn't help but make a "Skin Twinning" story about it. If you don't follow me on instagram, I'll insert the link below so you can check it out in my highlights! But if you follow, you MUST send me a DM and let me know you found me from this post ;-P. Anyways, I digress...
I don't know about you, but I've always agreed that one is the "loneliest number." I'm definitely an empathetic person and love the energy of a friend around. I feel people work best together, so why wouldn't your products? Often times, using a pair of products in tandem can really revolutionize the way each other function. Almost like a pair of best friends, or twins, they balance or bring out the best in each other. This whole concept also made me think of all the "Skin Twins" I've met out there that share the same product favs that I do. It warms my heart to feel that connection/bond over a shared product. I know YOU all feel me for sure!
Hemp oil has been used for ages to heal and nourish the skin. Now, Josie Maran has partnered it with her skin-loving Argan Oil to create a gorgeous new range called Skin Dope. Currently, there are two products in the range, One the Argan + Hemp oil, and the other, Argan + 100mg CBD Oil (non-psychoactive, not yet available @ Sephora). This duo has been perfect to get my glow going when stress is showing its effects on my skin. How are you feeling about all the CBD and Hemp buzz, are you down to try it out?
JOSIE MARAN - Skin Dope Argan + Hemp Oil
Green TeamJosie Maran Skin Dope DuoHemp oil has been used for ages to heal and nourish the skin. Now, Josie Maran has partnered it with her skin-loving Argan Oil to create a gorgeous new range called Skin Dope. Currently, there are two products in the range, One the Argan + Hemp oil, and the other, Argan + 100mg CBD Oil (non-psychoactive, not yet available @ Sephora). This duo has been perfect to get my glow going when stress is showing its effects on my skin. How are you feeling about all the CBD and Hemp buzz, are you down to try it out?JOSIE MARAN - Skin Dope Argan + Hemp Oil
Skincare + Makeup Hybrids have been game changers in the beauty scene and these two are no exception. Inspired by setting and brightening techniques of Makeup Artists, Ole himself, went after this concept. Personally, I’m loving the golden banana pigments in both of these products because they instantly brighten and smooth the look of imperfections. Plus, there’s just the right amount of vitamin C to continue the glow boosting effects even after you remove your makeup. The eye cream has proved to prime my undereye beautifully before concealer and the face primer is looking just as promising!
Banana Buddies!Ole Henriksen Banana Bright DuoSkincare + Makeup Hybrids have been game changers in the beauty scene and these two are no exception. Inspired by setting and brightening techniques of Makeup Artists, Ole himself, went after this concept. Personally, I’m loving the golden banana pigments in both of these products because they instantly brighten and smooth the look of imperfections. Plus, there’s just the right amount of vitamin C to continue the glow boosting effects even after you remove your makeup. The eye cream has proved to prime my undereye beautifully before concealer and the face primer is looking just as promising!OLEHENRIKSEN - Banana Bright Eye CrèmeOLEHENRIKSEN - Banana Bright Face Primer
Ok, I had to sneak these cuties in here, even if it’s technically a trio! The AHA’s hidden in these addictive textures secretly brighten and polish the skin leaving it with that gorgeous glow or “Glass Skin.” I have had so many fun moments with this brand that it’s hard not to love the products they come out with; I’ll say though, completely unbiased opinion, Sarah and Christine create products that not only invite you to try them, but also hook you once you do. The overnight mask has been a tried and true for me since it came out. I love using at night to wake up to skin that’s exfoliated and fresh for makeup. The Pink Juice is just as amazing for delivering lightweight hydration on days when my skin feels a bit more relaxed. But if I want to really take it up a notch, I use all three products in tandem to get a mega-watt glow. I love sandwiching the spray in between steps of my skincare routine to layer in hydration as products dry, or even to refresh my makeup. And if you keep this little spritz in the fridge, WAOW. Just Waow. The most refreshing icy blast sure to wake you up whenever you need a pick me up.
This DuoAdded a Third!Glow Recipe Watermelon TRIOOk, I had to sneak these cuties in here, even if it’s technically a trio! The AHA’s hidden in these addictive textures secretly brighten and polish the skin leaving it with that gorgeous glow or “Glass Skin.” I have had so many fun moments with this brand that it’s hard not to love the products they come out with; I’ll say though, completely unbiased opinion, Sarah and Christine create products that not only invite you to try them, but also hook you once you do. The overnight mask has been a tried and true for me since it came out. I love using at night to wake up to skin that’s exfoliated and fresh for makeup. The Pink Juice is just as amazing for delivering lightweight hydration on days when my skin feels a bit more relaxed. But if I want to really take it up a notch, I use all three products in tandem to get a mega-watt glow. I love sandwiching the spray in between steps of my skincare routine to layer in hydration as products dry, or even to refresh my makeup. And if you keep this little spritz in the fridge, WAOW. Just Waow. The most refreshing icy blast sure to wake you up whenever you need a pick me up.GLOW RECIPE - Watermelon Glow Ultra-Fine MistGLOW RECIPE - Watermelon Pink Juice MoisturizerGLOW RECIPE - Watermelon Glow Sleeping Mask
Hope you all enjoyed this quick skin edit, and if you're "twinning" with me and love these products also, show some love!
Who is your “Skin Twin?”
What two products do you feel work “better together?”
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@JeffreyBD I love this idea of thinking of skincare with I twos. Currently I’m twinning Olh dark spot toner with Sunday Riley ceo moisturizer. I also like to use drunk elephant’s c firma to really tackle my hyperpigmentation. This twinning concept makes now want tothink of skincare Routines like food recipes. Like this skincare routineis for dark spots when you have combo skin. Maybe people can state their skincare twinning with the problem that their treating.
I'm curious about the Josie Maran set. CBD seems to be everywhere nowadays, including at smoothie shops and even in honey at my local farmers' markets, but I'd like to learn more about its effectiveness in beauty products.
Also, did y'all know how argan oil is made? Uh...goats are really involved in the process.
Lol, I see about the goats. But for some really odd reason, maybe growing up on a farm, that doesn't weird me out so much. Lol.
As far as CBD goes, it's a fast growing and quick paced market. There ARE lots of claims out there, and we are still learning just how effective at healing the skin it can be. I plan to do even more research into how it works and hope to set up some time with the brand in the near future to talk about their views. Over all I am easing myself into it, trying products here and there. I would say, that this category is really great for "Stressed Skin" or skin that generally feels uncomfortable. And I will say that after using the products I enjoy the results.