WYLYS New Day Glow Brightening Serum Review

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I fell head-over-heels in love with WYLYS skincare when I first tried it in one of my favorite Boxwalla Beauty Boxes, and since that time my love has only grown. WYLYS is a luxury K-Beauty brand, but they marry the best of K-Beauty with extraordinary French manufacturing. WYLYS (When You Love Your Skin) produces highly effective products that boast stunning textures, real results and a skincare experience to be savored.

About WYLYS,

A great skincare routine should tend to the soul as much as the skin. It’s a moment to look forward to—however quick of a moment it is—with products that do what they say will. At the same time, skincare is about so much more than products. It’s about the joy of self caring, of letting your inner beauty reveal itself. This is why we created WYLYS [pronounced will-ess], which stands for When You Love Your Skin.

We’ve been obsessed with skincare for decades. As K-beauty enthusiasts, who had so adored researching and introducing friends to the best products for their skin, we first launched OHLOLLY seven years ago—though we couldn’t just stop there. It was only a matter of time before everything we had tried, loved, and raved about funneled into creating a skincare line of our very own.

Korean spirit, French wisdom. WYLYS is the modern take on the skincare industry's premium standards that have been prized for generations. We’ve sought the right ingredients for real-time results, and have ruthlessly pursued iteration after iteration to ensure these textures and scents are exactly what we’ve been looking for. We knew we couldn’t release a single product until each one was just right, and that digging for gold has finally paid off. The time is right to meet WYLYS.

When you love your skin, you know that its routine is something to treasure. We hold sacred and have kept in mind that entire experience, from sourcing and production, to the time the sink fills and a washcloth warms your face. These are the products for those moments that exist just for you—welcome to the best part of your day.

WYLYS New Day Glow Serum is a creamy-dreamy serum that is the final serum layer if you also use lighter weight serums, and what a delight this is to use. This serum feels a bit more like a lightweight cream with the absorption of a serum. It is filled with skin-loving lipids that moisturize and nourish the skin, and it is likewise filled with actives formulated to brighten the skin. My skin feels thoroughly moisturized, brightened, calm and supple whenever I use this gorgeous serum. 

WYLYS employs the use of Niacinamide and Vitamin C to give the skin an ethereal healthy glow, and they use a combination of cholesterol, fatty acids and ceramides to nourish the skin and provide skin barrier protection and repair. The addition of bakuchiol– which was selected for its ability to offer the skin gentle renewal without skin irritation– refreshes the skin gently and beautifully. Skin will greatly benefit from their inclusion of Jojoba, Squalane and Sea Buckthorn since this symphony of ingredients nourishes and softens the skin leaving it smooth and supple. For people with sensitive skin that is prone to irritation, you will be delighted that Panthenol was selected to calm and pamper irritable skin.

According to WYLYS,

A multi-active treatment serum that combines hydration with anti-aging benefits to reduce dullness, revive firmness, and strengthen skin's moisture barrier. It is packed with vitamin C, bakuchiol and niacinamide for firmer, plumper, smoother-looking skin.

Using bakuchiol, a gentle yet potent derivative of the babchi plant, plus stabilized vitamin C, this gel-like, creamy serum helps to catalyze collagen production to lessen the appearance of fine lines, rough spots, and hyperpigmentation. Its pressed serum texture adds extra hydration under a cream, or also works well on its own as a daytime moisturizer.

Directions: After cleansing and toning, warm a small 2-3 pumps between fingers and then apply to face and neck in upward motion. Gently tap and press for full absorption. Follow with cream or moisturizer, as needed.

Active Ingredients & Their Attributes:

Bakuchiol: a gentle retinol alternative that helps to fade fine lines, smooth skin, and stimulate collagen-producing receptors for a firmer, bouncier texture. May also help to improve acne and acne-scarring, especially in sensitive skin.

Niacinamide: a form of vitamin-B3 that helps to fortify the skin barrier, build keratin molecules, regulate oil production, fade hyperpigmentation, and retain moisture so skin appears smoother, firmer, and with less noticeable pores.

Vitamin C: water-soluble yet oil-loving stabilized form of vitamin C. A staple of well-aging routines for its ability to help fade lines and wrinkles, brighten dark spots, balance oil production, improve skin texture and appearance, and help prevent damage from UV rays, especially when used in conjunction with sunscreen.

Squalane: a sustainable plant-based powerhouse ingredient that is effortlessly absorbed into the skin for nourishing, barrier-boosting, redness-reducing benefits.

Ceramide NP: a major component of skin’s outer layers, known to reinforce skin’s barrier strength to better resist external stressors. It also improves hydration, elasticity, and collagen production.

Sea Buckthorn: a vibrant red fruit oil rich in antioxidants, phytosterols, and skin-benefiting fatty acids that moisturizes, reduces redness, and helps with cell regeneration.

Ingredients: Water, Niacinamide, Propanediol, Glycerin, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Butylene Glycol, Glyceryl Stearate, Panthenol, Hydrogenated Polydecene, 1,2-Hexanediol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetearyl Olivate, Sorbitan Olivate, Squalane, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Oil, Dimethicone, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Bakuchiol, Arginine, Carbomer, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Phytate, Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Tocopherol, Ceramide NP, Cholesterol, Palmitic Acid, Stearic Acid.

Overall Assessment: This luxurious cream-like serum is very effective, lives up to its claims, and it is a pure joy to use. WYLYS is on the very short list of my all-time favorite skincare brands, and this serum is nothing short of extraordinary! A+

$125.00 for 1.69 oz. from Nordstrom, Ulta, Bloomingdale's and WYLYS (Affiliate Links). Press Sample. All views expressed are categorically my own.

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Boxwalla Features Votary London: The Art of Glow July Beauty Box

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If you subscribe to Boxwalla, or receive their emails, then you have undoubtedly heard that the warehouse they use is closing, and they have to vacate the premises. As a result, they are having a 40% sitewide warehouse closing sale (Use code thankyou40), but this Votary Box is excluded from it. Subscription boxes will be paused until Boxwalla secures a new warehouse. Therefore, the July box is your last box until they find a new warehouse. Their last order from this warehouse will go out on August 7, so they will accept orders until August 5th or 6th.

The Skincare Box from Boxwalla is the best beauty box subscription curated for the luxury-loving skincare enthusiast. In our beauty boxes, you will discover the most effective & innovative plant-based clean beauty products that redefine luxury skincare. By showcasing not only the benefits of each product we feature but also demonstrating how they can be incorporated into your skincare routine, we help you figure out how to take care of your unique skin needs.

The Votary London: The Art of Glow Limited Edition Box features two lovely products from Votary, just perfect for summer. In June, the Twelve Beauty products will bring back stillness to the skin. In July, the Votary products will make it laugh while amping up the glow!

Boxwalla July Skincare Subscription Box: The July Beauty Box features two gorgeous products from Votary Beauty.

The contents of the July Skincare Box are: 

• Votary Vitamin C Glow Serum ($95.00)
• Votary Ultimate Rich Cream ($123.00)
• Price of the box: $59.95

About Votary,

Votary is a high performance plant powered skincare British brand founded by Arabella Preston and Charlotte Semler. Arabella is a former beauty editor and a makeup artist (whose clients include Kate Middleton & Stella McCartney), who used to blend pure plant oils for years for both herself & her clients. On a lunch with friends, when entrepreneur, friend & former boss Charlotte realized that Arabella blended her own oils to cleanse and moisturize her skin as well as her clients’ skin, she decided to team up with her to bring these gorgeous plant oil based formulations to the world. And so Votary was born.

Beautiful skin begins with properly clean skin, which is why the Votary cleansing routine is at the heart of everything we do. Votary cleansing oils and 100% pure cotton face cloths are simply the best way to clean and care for your face. It’s where great skin begins.

The Votary Skincare range now spans cleansing oils, facial oils, deeply nourishing creams, masks and powerful serums to give you healthy, happy, glowing skin.

Votary Vitamin C Glow Serum: This lightweight magical serum features a very stable and effective form of Vitamin C, and this antioxidant-rich serum– which effectively combats free radical damage– is formulated to diminish the appearance of discoloration (age spots, sun damage), and it gives skin a gorgeous ethereal glow. However, unlike some Vitamin C serums– which I have found drying for my skin– this one includes Hyaluronic Acid, and therefore it deeply hydrates the skin while leaving the complexion soft, smooth, supple and more even on tone. It contains no detectable aroma, does not irritate my sometimes finicky skin, and it is as joyful to use as it is effective.

According to Boxwalla,

A great Vitamin C serum is a very useful thing to have in your skincare toolkit, especially in summer when it becomes even more crucial to combat the free radical damage caused by UV rays. I have been loving this new Vitamin C serum from Votary – the dark spots that usually appear on my skin in summer seem to have been kept at bay by this serum (and sunscreen).

It contains 3.5% Vitamin C in the form of the ester Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate that helps stimulate collagen production, reduce the appearance of dark spots, and brighten the skin. It also has 5% Niacinamide that makes skin more resilient and refines it, and Alpha Arbutin, which further evens out the skin tone by helping to fade spots.

Directions: Use in the morning after cleansing, before applying moisturizer.

Step 1: Apply a few drops to freshly cleansed skin in the morning.

Step 2: Gently massage into your face and neck using upward motions.

Step 3: Follow with your favourite moisturiser or facial oil to lock in hydration.

Ingredients: Aqua (Water), Niacinamide, Pentylene Glycol, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Alpha-Arbutin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Citric Acid, Acacia Senegal Gum, Xanthan Gum, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Benzoate, Benzyl Alcohol, Sodium Phytate, CI 15985 (Yellow 6), Tocopherol, CI 16035 (Red 40).

Votary Ultra Rich Cream: What is remarkable is the fact that Votary accidentally sent Boxwalla their Ultra Rich Cream instead of their Ultimate Light Cream, and I am grateful for this mistake! This is my new all-time favorite face cream, and it is utterly magical. The peptides were selected for their ability to smooth and firm the skin while the ceramides support the skin barrier while locking in vital moisture. While this is a rich cream, the texture is light to mid weight, and it melts into the skin immediately without leaving behind a greasy residue. It leaves my skin soft, supple, moisturized and remarkably luminous. It has a very light herbal aroma, informed by the natural ingredients– not added fragrance– and it feels and smells ultra-luxe.

According to Boxwalla,

This beautiful cream is another must-have in my skincare toolkit. Sometimes my skin craves a moisturizer that feels deeply comforting without becoming heavy or greasy—and this one delivers beautifully. It wraps the skin in lasting nourishment while still feeling elegant and absorbing effortlessly. Your skin simply drinks it up, feeling replenished, comforted, and wonderfully radiant.

This cream contains a Biomimetic Peptide Duo that strengthens the skin’s structure while improving firmness and resilience. Ceramides help repair and reinforce the skin barrier, reducing sensitivity and improving moisture retention, while Vitamin B5 (Panthenol) soothes, hydrates, and supports overall skin comfort. The result is skin that feels stronger, smoother, and beautifully nourished with every use.

Directions: Apply after cleansing and any serums, morning and/or night.

Step 1: After cleansing, take a small amount and massage gently into face and neck using your fingertips.

Step 2: Allow the cream to absorb fully for deeply nourished and hydrated skin.

⚠ Contains Vitamin A. Consider your daily intake before use.

Ingredients: Aqua (Water), Glycerin, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil, Squalane, Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Polyglyceryl-4 Oleate, Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil, Plukenetia Volubilis (Sacha Inchi) Seed Oil, Magnesium Sulfate, Panthenol, Ceramide NP, Zinc PCA, Sodium Hyaluronate, Palmitoyl Dipeptide-5 Diaminobutyroyl Hydroxythreonine, Palmitoyl Dipeptide-5 Diaminohydroxybutyrate, Phenoxyethanol, Polyglyceryl-6 Oleate, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Retinyl Palmitate, Tocopherol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Chloride, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Citric Acid, Citrus Aurantium Amara (Neroli) Flower Oil, Citrus Aurantium Flower Oil*, Linalool*, Linalyl Acetate*, Limonene*, Pinene*, Terpineol*, Geraniol*, Geranyl Acetate*, Farnesol*. *Naturally occurs in Essential oils

Overall Assessment: I am a devoted fan of both Boxwalla and Votary, and this skillfully curated box is simply exquisite. I highly recommend getting this box– especially since Boxwalla's warehouse search will mean that this could be the last beauty box for a few months. A+

$59.95 from Boxwalla. The Votary box is now also available as a One-Time Purchase. Press Sample (Affiliate Links). All views expressed are categorically my own.

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Things to do in LA: Vintage Grocers and a Picnic at Zuma Beach

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If you are looking to spend a wonderful summer day in Malibu, and want a peaceful drive down Pacific Coast Highway (PCH), also known as Highway 1, then one of my favorite things to do is to pick up lunch at Vintage Grocers, and then drive across the street to have a picnic at Zuma Beach. However, if you prefer not to eat on the beach, then Vintage Grocers has a big patio with plenty of seating. They have a wonderful full-service deli, and delicious food to eat.

Zuma is a wonderful place to enjoy the beach in Malibu, and you can often watch a fun Beach Volleyball game while you are there.

Vintage Grocers: 30745 Pacific Coast Hwy, Malibu, CA 90265-3647

Zuma Beach: 30000 Pacific Coast Hwy, Malibu, CA 90265

The Beauty & Style Spotlight Team Greets August

Lola's Secret Beauty Blog just discovered the TIRTIR Matcha PDRN Calming Cream. Not only is it soothing and calming for sensitive and irritated skin, but it is also a great choice for anyone after exfoliating the skin.

Nancy from Nancy's Fashion Style never wears orange, but we all have something blue in our closet. A blue monochrome look is what Nancy is wearing. And check out those glitter sneakers!

Terri from Our Good Life discusses the timeless beauty and symbolism of pearl engagement rings, has practical advice for choosing and caring for one, and she explores why pearls are becoming a unique and elegant choice for modern couples.

Angie from Your True Self Blog found style inspiration for women who would like to look their best at home even if no one is going to see you. How about upgrading your loungewear as if you were having a pajama party for one?

July 2026 Empties for the Face, Body & Hair

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I managed to use up 7 items in July, and I would use all of them again and again. Of the 7 products used, 4 were full-size and 3 were deluxe samples. I really enjoyed using all of them, but that is always the case since I don't tend to continue using products that I don't like or love– life is just too short!

Anua Rice + Ceramide Rice Enzyme Brightening Cleansing Powder ($18.00 for 1.41 oz. from YesStyle and Amazon): This is another winning skincare product from Anua, and it is so easy to use. This high quality K-Beauty brand not only makes exceptional products, but they are actually affordable. This rice bran-infused cleansing powder is activated with water, and once you have a paste of your desired consistency you gently massage it into the skin. It deeply cleans, without stripping the skin, and leaves it clean, hydrated, soft, smooth and luminous. If you need a deeper cleaning, it can be used as a mask to clean congested pores. That it is a powder makes it ideal for travel. Purchase Again? I would definitely use this again, but I have so many facial cleansers to use first.

ANUA Heartleaf Pore Control Cleansing Oil Mild (Currently on sale for $17.00 (regularly $19.90) for 6.75 oz. from Anua's Amazon Store): This cleansing oil is ideal for sensitive skin, and it offers a fragrance-free formula that is light in texture, offering less irritation when rolling and emulsifying. 

The Mild version is non-comedogenic and it only contains only 11 ingredients, and ANUA increased the amount of heartleaf extract (20,000ppb) to soothe the skin. The Original formula, which has 22 ingredients, includes half the amount of heartleaf extract (10,000 ppb). Other key ingredients include sunflower seed oil to moisture and hydrate and rosemary leaf oil to control and balance sebum.

This cleansing oil is appropriate for all skin types, including very sensitive skin. It emulsifies when in contact with water, and if effectively removes dirt, makeup and it helps to eliminate blackheads and whiteheads. Purchase Again? I would happily use it again, but I currently have several other cleansing oils that I need to use before I get more!

Chantecaille Pure Rosewater Face Mist ($88.00 for 3.4 oz. and $45.00 for 1.5 oz. from Chantecaille, Nordstrom, Saks Fifth Avenue & Bluemercury): This is the most refreshing and uplifting facial mist that I have used. It is formulated with the rare extract of the Rose de Mai, and this antioxidant-rich formula really perks up skin and hydrates it. The rosewater aroma is absolutely gorgeous. Purchase Again? If I can find it on sale, then I will! It's amazing!

Dr. BRID C Moisture Basic Serum ($22.90 for 1.01 oz. from Dr. BRID C and their Amazon Store): This is a wonderful antioxidant-rich serum that offers the skin serious, and sustained, 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. This K-Beauty brand is Cruelty-Free, effective and affordable. Purchase Again? Absolutely! 

Kérastase Discipline Bain Fluidealiste Sulfate-Free Shampoo ($46.00 for 8.5 oz. from Kérastase, Sephora, Target & Amazon): The sulfate-free formula is absolute perfection for chemically treated hair. It is such a wonderfully emollient shampoo that it makes hair so smooth and soft, and tangle free. I can actually get a comb through my hair after using this shampoo, and before even using a conditioner! It is perfect for frizzy hair, and it has no real lather, and it never strips the hair. It is wonderful for naturally curly hair like mine! Purchase Again? I will happily splurge on this shampoo once I use up a few more bottles of shampoo that are cluttering my shower!

Tory Burch Electric Sky Eau de Parfum ($155.00 for 3oz. from Tory Burch, Bloomingdale's & JOMASHOP): This was a deluxe sample that I received as a gift with purchase from somewhere. I actually didn't think that I would like it, but I popped it in my travel bag and actually used it, and thoroughly enjoyed it. According to Tory Burch, "Electric Sky captures the essence of freedom. Vibrant and rapturous, like the energy after a storm, it is an unexpected mix of refreshing cactus flower, lavender and wood. Saltwater lends a mineral quality to the fragrance, blended with blue sage and a Palo Santo accord for warmth and positivity." I would say that it is a salty floral aroma that feels like summer. Purchase Again? I am swimming in perfumes, and am not looking to purchase more, but I would definitely use this if I had more!

Maison Margiela Paris Replica Bubble Bath Eau de Toilette ($89.00 for 1.05 oz. from Maison Margiela, Amazon, Sephora & JOMASHOP): This is yet another deluxe sample I received as a gift with purchase, and that I also had in my travel bag. I used every single drop and thoroughly enjoyed it. It is described as, "The relaxing memory of a me time moment in the bubbles of a hot scented bath. Sweet memories of relaxing moments enjoying a hot bubble bath....This gentle floral fragrance is a bubble of comfort and freshness. The soothing notes of coconut milk blended with the clean freshness of the soap bubble accord recreate the relaxing feeling of a hot foaming bath....This cocooning sensation is brought by enveloping notes of white musks and delicate floral notes of Rose Superessence." It is a musky floral that is surprisingly easy to wear, and quite fetching. Purchase Again? As noted above, I am swimming in perfumes right now, and I have no plans to purchase more, but I would definitely continue wearing it if I had more left.

Overall Assessment: I really enjoyed using these products, and would happily use them all again, but I have so many open products to use before purchasing more. What did you finish up, toss out, give away or return in July? Did you discover any amazing products or over-hyped duds?

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TIRTIR Milk Skin Toner: The Hydrating Perfect Skin Pick-Me-Up for Summer

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TIRTIR Milk Skin Toner is a hydrating toner that I have been using for quite some time, and I am quite fond of it! This toner brightens the skin and leaves it soft and supple. Rather than drying the skin, as many toners do, it enhances the hydration of your serums and moisturizers. It has no detectable aroma, and therefore should not be of concern to people who avoid fragranced skincare. TIRTIR is an incredible K-Beauty brand that makes effective and affordable products, and it is a brand that I use regularly and trust.

According to TIRTIR,

Discover the power of TIRTIR Milk Skin Toner, a moisturizing toner designed to hydrate, brighten, and strengthen your skin. Infused with 2% Niacinamide, Rice Bran Extract, Ceramide, and Panthenol, this vegan formula delivers long-lasting hydration while enhancing your skin’s natural glow and fortifying its protective barrier.

The TIRTIR Milk Skin Toner is more than a hydrating toner—it’s a multitasking skincare essential that hydrates, brightens, and protects your skin. Its lightweight, fast-absorbing formula ensures deep nourishment without feeling heavy or sticky. Whether you’re looking to calm irritation, boost radiance, or improve your skin barrier, this toner is your go-to solution for healthy, glowing skin.

Key Features and Benefits:

Deeply Hydrating Toner: Delivers intense, long-lasting moisture to leave your skin feeling soft, smooth, and refreshed.

Brightens and Evens Skin Tone: Enriched with 2% Niacinamide and Rice Bran Extract to improve radiance and reduce the appearance of dark spots.

Strengthens the Skin Barrier: Ceramide and Panthenol work together to fortify your skin’s natural defense, locking in hydration and protecting against external stressors.

Soothes and Calms Irritation: Infused with Cica and Witch Hazel to reduce redness and irritation, making it perfect for sensitive or stressed skin.

Vegan and Suitable for All Skin Types: This gentle yet effective formula is cruelty-free and designed to work for every skin type, from dry to oily.

Overall Assessment: If you like to use a hydrating toner, then this K-Beauty treat may just be what you are looking for! It is perfect for the warm weather, and therefore is summer perfect, since it adds hydration to skin that is often rendered dehydrated this time of year.

$25.00 for 5.07 oz. from TIRTIR, Nordstrom, Ulta, Amazon, YesStyle and iHerb (Affiliate Links). Press Sample. All views expressed are categorically my own.

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T is for Tame Taming Spray for Unruly Hair Review

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T is for Tame was created to keep the unruly hair of babies and toddlers manageable by their parents. Becky, who founded T is for Tame, struggled to find a natural solution for her children's unruly hair, and decided to create those products. Her whole range of products makes hair manageable during humidity, days spent at the pool, and while traveling. Her products offer a practical solution for dealing with tangles, frizz, fly-aways and sensitive scalps during the summer months. 

While this range of products was created for babies and toddlers, I must emphatically state, as a person with naturally curly hair, that T is for Tame products are miraculous on my hair. Therefore, I think that these products are perfect for anyone who has hair that is prone to frizz, fly-aways, tangling and that is clearly impacted by humid weather.

T is for Tame Taming Spray is a very easy to use detangling and frizz-fighting spray that has a wonderful vanilla aroma. Simply shake the bottle, and then spray it directly onto wet or dry hair, and you can either brush it, or scrunch it. I scrunch my hair when I apply it to dry hair, and I brush it when I apply it to wet, freshly shampooed hair. It immediately detangles and moisturizes the hair without leaving it sticky or greasy, and it immediately makes hair manageable and frizz free. It also works wonders as a curl cream– enhancing gorgeous glossy locks!

According to T is for Tame,

TAME, DETANGLE & GO — EVERY DAY: Make this gentle, natural spray part of your child’s daily hair routine. It smooths frizz, tames flyaways, reduces static, and detangles knots—leaving hair soft, manageable, and ready to style. Perfect for everyday use to keep hair healthy and calm without sticky gels or harsh chemicals.

FOR ALL HAIR TYPES: The conditioning detangler spray is best for straight, wavy, or loose curls. Our detangling spray has an alcohol-free formula making it gentler on hair. Simply brush the lightweight formula into hair, and the natural coconut oil will absorb, calm, and smooth tresses. It may appear thicker because we use raw coconut oil instead of alcohol In our formula.

GENTLE FOR AGES 0 & UP: Clinically and dermatologically tested, our natural hair detangler is safe for babies but used by the whole family. We say no to chemicals, dyes, parabens, phthalates, and sulfates. We are a cruelty-free, vegan product.

MADE IN THE USA: Buy with confidence knowing our products are manufactured locally in Pennsylvania with natural ingredients like coconut oil, jojoba oil, tapioca starch, and vanilla fragrance oil.

Directions: Spray onto wet or dry hair and brush or scrunch.

Ingredients: See below.

Overall Assessment: Once again, while this was created for babies and toddlers, it works wonders on my naturally curly hair. 

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T is for Tame Taming Cream Wand for Unruly Hair Review

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T is for Tame was created to keep the unruly hair of babies and toddlers manageable by their parents. Becky, who founded T is for Tame, struggled to find a natural solution for her children's unruly hair, and decided to create those products. Her whole range of products makes hair manageable during humidity, days spent at the pool, and while traveling. Her products offer a practical solution for dealing with tangles, frizz, fly-aways and sensitive scalps during the summer months. 

While this range of products was created for babies and toddlers, I must emphatically state, as a person with naturally curly hair, that T is for Tame products are miraculous on my hair. Therefore, I think that these products are perfect for anyone who has hair that is prone to frizz, fly-aways, tangling and that is clearly impacted by humid weather.

T is for Tame Taming Cream Wand is the perfect way to tame frizz and flyaways when you are on the go. When the weather gets at all humid, my curly hair kinks up and I get frizz and fly-aways, and this wonderful cream can be brushed directly from the tube onto the impacted parts of the hair, and hair is left moisturized, nourished and tame. I carry it in my purse so that I have it wherever I go, and whenever I need it. Additionally, it has a wonderful vanilla scent that is a treat to the senses. 

According to T is for Tame,

Silky, Frizz-Free Hair: This hair smoothing stick is ideal for hair flyaways, baby hairs, all little wispy hairs, and static. It's a fun and easy hair styling tool to help make your toddlers' hair sleek with just one quick swipe and also leaves a sweet vanilla scent.

Easy to Use: With a non-sticky formula, it provides smoothness and control without leaving hair greasy. Comes with a mascara-like brush, helps get rid of frizz and lay crazy baby hairs, fly aways, and keeps everything in place.

Natural Ingredients: T is for Tame baby hair products are made with kid-friendly ingredients like tapioca starch, coconut oil, and jojoba oil to nourish and strengthen all hair types, leaving it smooth and conditioned.

Compact Convenience: Perfectly sized for travel or quick touch-ups. Our hair styling wand easily fits into your handbag, making it the ideal tool for keeping your kids' hair neat whether after playing or napping.

Baby Safe Hair Care: Made by a mom of twins and manufactured in the United States, it is formulated with gentle, vegan, and cruelty-free materials that are sulfate-free and paraben-free. This anti-frizz hair mascara styling stick is suitable for girls and boys babies, toddlers, and kids of all ages.

Directions: Paint evenly on baby hairs, flyaways or frizz. Reapply as needed.

Ingredients: Purified Water, Jojoba Oil, Stearic Acid, Coconut Oil, 1,3-Propanediol, Glyceryl Stearate, Tapioca Starch, Panthenol, Cetyl Alcohol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Gluconolactone (and) Sodium Benzoate, Dehydroxanthan Gum, Vanilla Fragrance Oil, Citric Acid, Sodium Hydroxide.

T is for Tame is a Cruelty-Free and Vegan brand that is made in the USA.

Overall Assessment: Whether you have children with unruly hair that is prone to frizz, or you are an adult fighting frizz, then this handy little portable magic wand is for you. It works so well for my hair, and definitely think that it is worthy of your consideration. A+

$11.99 for 0.51 oz. from T is for Tame and their Amazon Store (Affiliate Links). Press Sample. All views expressed are categorically my own.

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TIRTIR Matcha PDRN Dual Serum Review

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TIRTIR Matcha PDRN Dual Serum is another wonderful product from TIRTIR's Matcha Collection, and it is an intensive calming serum that soothes sensitive skin that becomes irritated, red and inflamed. It also offers serious hydration, and it has a cooling effect on the skin. Simply shake the serum to activate all of the ingredients, and then massage into the face, neck and décolleté. It is a thin and watery serum that immediately soaks into the skin and leaves it calm, soft, smooth and hydrated. When my skin gets irritated, this works wonders to restore it back to a calm state prior to the irritation. My skin can be finicky and rather sensitive, but it is mostly a result of testing skincare products that irritate my skin, or after I exfoliate and my skin is left a little bit red.

According to TIRTIR,

Powered by the dual synergy of Matcha PDRN and 5% Niacinamide, TIRTIR Matcha Dual Serum targets redness and delivers intensive soothing care for a clearer, more even skin tone.

Features & Claims:

Rich Hydration with Dual-Brew Tech™: A high-density dual-layer formula with an optimal 2:8 cream-to-ampoule ratio, delivering the lightweight freshness of an ampoule and the rich density of a cream in perfect balance.

Anti-Redness: Helps visibly calm redness and balance excess oil with ACZERO™.

Sebum Control: Helps refine the look of pores and control excess oil with the Pore Laser Complex.

Calming: Soothes sensitive skin with Super Centella.

Cooling: Delivers a refreshing, non-irritating cooling effect with a naturally derived cooling complex.

Directions: Shake to Activate: Shake well before use to blend the formula. During the essence step, apply a moderate amount evenly to the face and gently press with your palms for better absorption.

Key Ingredients:

• 2% Jeju Matcha PDRN: Protects the skin from external irritations, and helps soothe the skin.
• 5% Niacinamide: Improves skin barrier and reduces redness.

Ingredients: Aqua/Water/Eau, Triethylhexanoin, Methylpropanediol, Niacinamide, Butylene Glycol, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Propanediol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Trilaureth-4 Phosphate, Glycerin, Hydroxyacetophenone, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer, Gardenia Florida Fruit Extract, Dextrin, Pentylene Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Adenosine, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Madecassoside, Hydrolyzed Gardenia Florida Extract, Hydrolyzed Malt Extract, Hydrolyzed Viola Tricolor Extract, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Colloidal Sulfur, Decyl Glucoside, Squalane, Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Extract, Caprylyl Glycol, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract (20ppm), Sodium DNA, Paeonia Suffruticosa Root Extract, Hesperidin, Succinic Acid, Epigallocatechin Gallate, Gluconolactone, Dimethylsilanol Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Centella Asiatica Extract, Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract, Centella Asiatica Root Extract, Pinus Pinaster Bark Extract, Potassium Hyaluronate, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Sodium Hyaluronate Dimethylsilanol, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Asiatic Acid, Asiaticoside, Madecassic Acid.

Directions: Shake to Activate: Shake well before use to blend the formula. During the essence step, apply a moderate amount evenly to the face and gently press with your palms for better absorption.

Overall Assessment: This is such a nice hydrating and calming serum, and the whole TIRTIR Matcha Collection is quite wonderful, and affordable. This is a really wonderful K-Beauty brand that is worthy of your consideration.

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Things to do in LA: The Los Angeles County Museum of Art This Summer

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If you either live in the LA area, or you are visiting this summer, you should consider visiting LACMA. The Los Angeles County Museum of Art has an incredible permanent collection, and they curate extraordinary exhibitions all year long. The new David Geffen Galleries are open, and there is just so much to see there. Not only are their BCAM and Resnick Pavilion Galleries open, but there is art on view outside as well. There is The Iris and B. Gerald Cantor Rodin Sculpture Garden, Chris Burden's Urban Light, Ai Weiwei's Circle of Animals/Zodiac Heads and Michael Heizer's Levitated Mass.

The LACMA Pavilion for Japanese Art is set to reopen at some point in 2026, and it is also a wonderful place to explore, but I do not know whether it will reopen this summer.

The David Geffen Galleries cantilever across Wilshire Blvd., and you can watch from the floor to ceiling windows as cars drive under the museum. Erewhon at LACMA is conveniently located near a lovely plaza, and they have two wonderful gift stores (one in Resnick Pavilion, and the new large store in the David Geffen Galleries).

During the summer months, LACMA often has live music, and it is truly a treat to experience.

Additionally, The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures is next door to LACMA, the La Brea Tar Pits & Museum is next door as well, and the Peterson Automotive Museum is directly across the street.