Beauty Buzz: The 3 best beauty products we tried this week from Clarins, Josie Maran and Biossance
We try dozens of beauty products each month. These were our testers' three favourite products this week:
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They say: A three-in-one eye serum from Biossance that features a blend of niacinamide, vitamin C, and caffeine to hydrate, de-puff and brighten the eye area. The serum features a 360-degree Lymphatic Roller applicator to help cool and 'refresh' skin during application.
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They say: A sunscreen from the French brand Clarins that features a sun protection factor of 30. The major draw to this broad-spectrum formula is its dry-to-the-touch and matte finish.
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We say: Sunscreen is a year-round must-have in every skin care routine. But we get that not everyone loves the feeling of some sunscreen formulas. This formula is a must-try for those who don't like the slippery feel or added shine of some face sunscreen options. Our tester found the product had a velvety feeling on skin that stayed lightweight, even with makeup applied overtop. True to its claims, it gave skin a nice matte finish, too.
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Josie Maran Cali Collection fragrance
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They say: A new fragrance collection featuring four scents — Golden Hour, Bohemian Fig, Vanilla Vibezzz and Topless Tangerine. The fragrances are formulated using 100 per cent natural scent oils, according to the company, along with argan oil and jojoba, to nourish skin and hair where applied.
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