Enjoying winter cocktails is a sure way to get into the spirit of the season. They warm us from our heads to our toes, and include a bunch of different festive elements that definitely put us in a jolly mood. With a variety of seasonal ingredients and garnishes, these 21 alcoholic holiday drink recipes are certain to make your nights merry and bright, no matter which kinds of cocktailsyou enjoy! We've got quite the assortment of concoctions perfect for holiday parties and quiet nights surrounded by your Christmas decorations.
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With some spiced rum and cinnamon-infused milk, chai tea becomes one of the best holiday cocktails — and one that you'll never want to put down! Add a shot of espresso for an extra kick or keep it as-is. (via Brit + Co)
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With a few ingredients — including grenadine, citrus fruits, and whiskey — you can take your classic Coca-Cola to a whole new level. These fun holiday drinks are so flavorful that you can leave out the alcohol for the kids without sacrificing any of the flavor! (via Brit + Co)
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This funny holiday cocktail recipe combines beer and coffee for a drink like you've never had before! You'll be able to unwind and get a little caffeine kick at the same time. (via Brit + Co)
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Combine the best parts of the holiday — peppermint and vanilla vodka — to make this pleasing candy cane martini. Glasses up! (via Brit + Co)
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This fan-favorite drink just got an upgrade thanks to the festive peppermint along the rim. You'll enjoy the juxtaposition between the crunchy mint and the smooth taste of vodka, heavy cream, and coffee liqueur. (via Brit + Co)
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We know a good mid-morning drink when we see one and this citrus cocktail looks mighty tasty! If you plan to sleep in, serve it with your Christmas brunch meal as a fab precursor to opening gifts. (via Brit + Co)
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All the flavors shaken together here are certainly tempting, but we're especially taken by the brandied cranberrygarnish. Talk about a seasonally appropriate alternative to cherry recipes. (via The Little Epicurean)
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The usual vodka-cran gets a holiday makeover, thanks to a double dose of ginger-flavored additions and a few dashes of bittersfor balance. (via Jelly Toast Blog)
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Turn the typical Negronion its head with this festive holiday cocktail. Bourbon replaces gin, and a splash of cranberry soda gets thrown in. The latter creates a seasonal spin that tempers the trademark bitterness of ruby red Campari
enough. (via Climbing Grier Mountain)
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If Scandinavian Long Island iced tea meets mulled wine sounds good to you, well, you need a little Glögg in your life. Save the top shelf stuff for another time, because all the spices that go into this easy holiday cocktail mask any unsavory elements. (via Hapa Nom)
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This classic couldn't be easier. The butter, sugar and spice mix keeps well for ages (and can even be spread on your morning toast). Just stir it together with a shot of hot rum when you're ready for a little indulgence and voilà. A must-have warm holiday cocktail. (via I'm Bored, Let's Go)
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Have you heard? There's a hot new trend in holiday cocktails this year: slow cooker sips. This spiced wine sure knows how to take the chill out of your bones. (via Well Plated)
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No cloying, neon sour mix here. This sip's sweetness comes naturally via apple cider, simple syrup and a cinnamon-sugar rim. The wreath-like apple slice floating on top and sprig of rosemary is just an added bonus in this holiday drink with alcohol. (via She Eats)
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Mix up a batch of brandy old fashioneds as a sweeter, holiday mixed drink alternative to the usual whiskey-based recipe. And if you love those glasses, we have another gilded suggestion that you're sure to adore. (via House of Hipsters)
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If you’re looking for an adult hot chocolate equivalent in classic cocktail form, this sweet, creamy concoction is just what the doctor bartender ordered. (via The Drink Blog)
Don't those gingerbread boys look like they're up to no good? Featuring four parts of well-balanced booziness to one part cream, shake up one of these classic holiday drinks and you just may join them. (via Freutcake)
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Together, rosemaryand gin are quire the recipe for a festive holiday drink. You'll love how caramelizing the lemons lends each sip a richer, sweeter flavor. It's the perfect punch to satisfy a thirsty crowd. (via Serious Eats)
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Break out the Manischewitz — you're about to mix up a delicious holiday alternative to the rusty nail. You don't even need to celebrate Hanukkah to enjoy this holiday drink idea. (via Thrillist)
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It may take you some time to gather up all the specialty spirits required, but it really doesn't get much more Christmas-y than this easy holiday drink. It features gin, pine liqueur and a handful of other well-thought-out additions and we highly recommend sipping on this while you trim the tree. (via Tempered Spirits)
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Use Manischewitz instead of creme de cassis for a playful twist on the usual kir royale. Champagne's involved in this simple holiday cocktail — what's not to love about that? (via Bon Appétit)
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Dressed up in red and green, this summery sip calls to mind warmer days in a holiday-worthy way. (via Spicy Southern Kitchen)
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Gilmore Girls fans can all agree that, despite how much we love the show, Lane Kim (Keiko Agena) deserved WAY better. But Keiko admits that even though Lane's treatment on GG leaves a lot to be desired (starting with the fact that Lane is Korean American and Keiko is Japanese American), it was still a special role.
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“I think what [the role] was for people was different than what it was for me,” she tells Juliet Litman on an episode of the Dear Felicity rewatch podcast (via People). “In a weird way, I feel like I want to honor the experience that people had from the show, and what it meant to them, especially young Asian people, because I get that comment a lot, about what it was like for them to see someone like that on screen.”
And it's no surprise that as much as Gilmore Girls viewers love Lane, Keiko "[loves] her too. I can tell, when I meet someone who knows Gilmore Girls or who loves Lane, it's like, I recognize that love. I see that you love that person."
But it's possible to hold two conflicting emotions at the same time, and although Lane Kim was an incredibly special role at the time, there are some things Keiko would do differently today. “The best thing is to have a Korean American writer [and a] Korean American actor,” she says. “I don't think that that role, cast that way, would happen today. But at that time, in 2000, it was such a different time that I definitely know I wouldn't have said no or pulled myself out of that situation at that time...Now it's just a mix of just having gratitude for having gone through that experience and having that experience.”
And one aspect of Gilmore Girls that Keiko Agena is thankful for is her relationship with the Gilmore Girls cast! And there are two costars in particular she frequently keeps in contact with: John Cabrera (who played Brian) and Sean Gunn (who starred as Kirk).
“There is this kind of lovely nostalgia for that time, and yet also we have years since then,” she says. “I [have] gone to both of their weddings. Our friendship is part Gilmore Girls and appreciation for that crazy time, and then part just like a million other things that are just like friends.”
I was totally surprised to learn she keeps in contact with John and Sean (supposedly) more regularly than Alexis Bledel, but it makes sense when you remember Keiko, John, and Sean are all around the same age — and Alexis is 7 years younger. Hopefully we get another Gilmore Girls reunion to see our favorite television BFF's reunite!
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Party season is fast approaching, and if you're planning to host a Christmas or New Year's Eve bash, why not make it memorable with a creative theme? Whether you go for Futuristic Glam, Celestial or a Time Traveler's throwback, a themed celebration is the perfect way to make your party the best of the season. Check out these 14 creative ideas to celebrate the holidays and ring in a rockin' new year.
Metallic disco vibes here. Think silver or neon outfits for dress code; glow-in-the-dark drinks; and even a VR experience. Plus, DIY a future predictions time capsule!
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Each room is inspired by Swift’s different albums and eras: Evermore/Red with cozy plaid blankets, vintage books, candles, and hot chocolate with sprinkles on top; Lover with a pastel Christmas tree, heart-shaped ornaments, and glittering pink decor serving Lover’s Lemonade; Midnights with starry backdrops, disco balls, and rich purples and blues serving Midnight Margaritas. Playlist is ofc a curated Swiftie-approved playlist. Plus, you can DIY friendship bracelets as gifts! Photo: Brit + Co x Moonpig Holiday Collection
Whatever your guests decide, Naughty or Nice, comfort is key here. Have a fireplace going if you have one (or fake it), sleeping bags to snuggle into, and serve a Christmas breakfast with pancakes, bacon and holiday cocktails!
Guests wear their most over-the-top Christmas sweaters or ridiculous 'fits and you serve up classic comfort foods like sliders and spiked eggnog. Create a photo booth with tacky props too!
The vibe here is the Jazz age with a modern twist as we head into 2025! Guests wear flapper dresses, pinstripes, and sequins. Your decor is filled with art deco details and Champagne towers with jazz playing in the background.
Flex your charcuterie skills, even making personalized individual charcuterie boards for smaller gatherings, and check out our Christmas cocktails to sip and sparkle your way through the holidays. This is the perfect happy hour before holiday party hopping!
Celebrate every decade from the 1920s to the 2020s. Guests choose their favorite decade and each room is styled after a specific era with different music from that time!
Everyone wears white, silver, or icy blue and you decorate with snowflakes, twinkling lights, and faux fur and shearling accessories. Feature a hot chocolate bar with cinnamon sticks and whipped cream, snowflake-shaped cookies, and sparkling cocktails, and play icebreaker games like a snowman building contest (using marshmallows and toothpicks).
What does 2025 have in store for you? Try this zodiac-inspired theme with starry backdrops, constellation lights, and moon props. Everyone wears shimmering outfits, and you serve up cocktails like galaxy martinis and moon pies. Hire a tarot reader if you're feeling really fancy!
Project holiday movies on your wall, create a popcorn bar station, and everyone dresses as their favorite Christmas movie character. Holiday movie trivia optional!
Here's a more casual theme that's also great for families. Let guests show off their sweet decorating skills with pre-baked cookies, plus milk and cocktails. You can do a blind taste test too and gift the winner with aCrumbs cookbook at the end of the night!
Serve up a buffet with festive finger foods and mulled wine, and host a gift exchange with games like "Guess the Gifter." You can also do gift themes like from the zodiac, color based, earth-friendly, self care, and $15 and under.
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Break out the karaoke machine for a night of Christmas tune belting. You can also play holiday-themed games like "Finish That Carol"!
Get your pals together for a night of DIY gift making. Serve simple easy-to-eat snacks like mini quiches and mocktails, and create craft stations for decorating ornaments, wreaths, or self care items like scrubs and soaps, even jewelry! You can turn this into potluck where each guest brings a craft too!
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As much as we love talking about Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce...Jason Kelce and his wife Kylie Kelce deserve their time in the spotlight too! They have a loving and hilarious dynamic that's somehow made room for not one, but three kids. And guess what? They recently announced that baby number 4 is coming soon! From their very funny announcement to everything they've said since, there's a lot of fun to unpack here.
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Kylie Kelce shared the huge news on Instagram November 22nd! Of course grandma Donna Kelce was the first to leave a comment. She wrote, "🔥🔥🔥🔥😍😍😍 Love it!!!" Brittany Mahomes also commented by writing, "Ahhhhhh Congrats you guys!!!🥹🤍."
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In Kylie's same Instagram post, her and Jason's daughters can be seen expressing a range of emotions. There's an 'Eek' expression from their oldest daughter Wyatt, a happy look from their middle daughter Elliott, and pure tears from baby girl Bennett. Kylie wrote, "I feel like we captured a very accurate representation of how each of the girls feel about getting another sister. At least Ellie, mom and dad are on the same page! 🤷♀️"
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That's TBD! Since the couple just announced their fourth pregnancy, only time will tell when baby girl will arrive. Knowing Jason and Kylie's willingness to be open about their lives, we wouldn't be surprised if they decide to share a due date.
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Jason Kelce is taking the news of being an official girl dad like a champ. He told E! Newshe's "got it pretty easy" because "the clothes are all going to be hand-me-downs or already bought." Not only that, but they've already secured a baby crib! However, Jason was quick to add Kylie's also getting ready for their daughter's arrival. "Kylie's definitely preparing more than I am, because she's actually growing the human being."
“I love my kids so much, and especially my daughters,” he added. "I was telling somebody out there because they're expecting their first — and they look at you. They smile at you. There's just a way that kids have to warm your soul in a way that nothing else can.”
He's also excited to watch his daughters grow up with a new sibling. "And hopefully we'll welcome a fourth into this world, and we'll be able to watch them fight and tear each other apart and all the good stuff."
He even appeared on The Rich Eisen Show where he joked, "I'm screwed [in] like in 10 years. The moment they’re all in middle school, I feel like it’s just gonna be chaos." He also hopes Wyatt "can start helping out a little bit more." But, he's still looking forward to it! "I obviously have not had a son, but there is something about a daughter in the way I think as a dad, you feel an extra amount probably of protection and love toward that child," he shared.
Meanwhile, Kylie just opened up on her new podcast, Not Gonna Lie, about her feelings on her fourth pregnancy. She said, "I am so incredibly grateful to be able to get pregnant, but it is a means to an end. When I tell you that I cannot stand being pregnant, I mean it. I don't have a a fun time."
If that sounds a little uh...negative, it actually makes a lot more sense when she explained more! She elaborated, "I am nauseous for most of my pregnancy. It tapers off a little after the first trimester, but I continue to have nausea throughout my pregnancy." Woof, I know that's tough!
Kyle continued by explaining she hasn't even really had the fun, wacky cravings many pregnant people get — instead she's had more "aversions" in each of her pregnancies. I'll take cravings over aversions any day!
The podcast host then joked, "When you're super pregnant and someone comes up to you and says, 'Isn't this just the most beautiful thing ever? 'I want to punch you in the face. I'm not going to, but I want to."
Definitely wishing her a healthy, less aversion-filled pregnancy this go-around!
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Achieving radiant, glowing skin has become a central focus on TikTok, with numerous products gaining viral status for their transformative effects. Here’s a curated list of 43 TikTok-viral skincare products, categorized by their function, along with the trends or scenarios that propelled them to fame. Scroll on to discover your new favorite products that you'll soon be telling everyone about (or keeping to yourself).
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Up the hydration with this gorgeous Honey Grail oil, which TikTokers are obsessed with. Even though it's called an oil, it's lightweight enough not to leave your skin feeling greasy.
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Gently exfoliate your skin with these resurfacing pads that can reduce fine lines and wrinkles while they even out your skin tone. Each use leaves your skin feeling softer and smoother.
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This refreshing facial mist infuses watermelon extract, hyaluronic acid, and hibiscus AHAs to hydrate, brighten, and refine the look of tired skin. This ultra-fine spray delivers a dewy, glowing finish, perfect for setting your makeup or boosting moisture throughout the day.
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This vitamin-C and tri-peptide moisturizer by Bliss combines vitamin C and peptides to enhance collagen production, improve skin firmness, and diminish fine lines, earning high praise from users.
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Unfortunately, the neck is one of the first places to show signs of aging. If you want to maintain your youthful look, start using this Womaness Let's Neck firming serum sooner rather than later. Whether you recently started to notice that your skin is looking crepey or you want to get ahead and avoid your neck sagging, this product is for you.
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These are the last steps in your skincare routine at night. They naturally smooth static lines and fine wrinkles around the mouth and crow’s feet around the eyes. Frownies are non-comedogenic and safe for sensitive skin so that everyone can enjoy their benefits.
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TikTok users have raved about this cleanser infused with kale and green tea. It helps remove toxins from your skin's surface and pores. Thanks to its gentle formula, it's safe to use with any skin type and can remove makeup at the end of the day.
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Dermatologists recommend this retinol eye cream is an affordable option that utilizes gentle retinol to promote skin regeneration and collagen production, effectively reducing under-eye wrinkles.
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This wrinkle bounce multi balm is an all-in-one hydrating eye cream enriched with salmon-derived sodium DNA to moisturize, smooth, and target fine lines. This portable stick is an eye cream, face moisturizer, and on-the-go skin refresher for daily Korean skincare.
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For lightweight hydration, try this aloe vera gel cream. It cools and calms skin instantly, making it a great option for sensitive skin. It can even be used on your hair and scalp to correct dehydration.
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A creamy, nourishing cleanser infused with avocado and ceramides to gently remove impurities while strengthening the skin’s moisture barrier. Glow Recipe's ceramide cleanser is ideal for maintaining a hydrated, soothed, and balanced complexion.
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This overnight lip sleeping mask has become a staple for many. It offers intense hydration and a variety of flavors to suit different preferences.
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This BHA pore-tight toner is a lightweight, clarifying toner with PHA and BHA to gently exfoliate and refine pores and smooth skin texture. Infused with watermelon extract, it hydrates and preps skin for a radiant glow.
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Hydrate and plump your skin with hyaluronic acid, a powerful skincare ingredient that attracts moisture, reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, and enhances skin's overall texture and radiance.
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Praised by celebrities like Bethenny Frankel, this luxurious cleansing balm removes makeup and moisturizes your skin for a deep clean, offering a spa-like experience at home.
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This balm-gel hybrid cleanser transforms into a fluffy foam texture, effortlessly removing makeup and impurities while leaving skin feeling soft, refreshed, and bouncy for a fresh complexion.
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Endorsed by Hailey Bieber, this powerful anti-wrinkle serum blends double peptides, polyhydroxy acid, niacinamide, and laminaria extract to boost skin cell turnover, smooth fine lines, and enhance radiance.
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Perfect for K-beauty enthusiasts, this serum kit features potent botanical serums tailored to address various skin concerns, including brightening and calming redness and irritation of sensitive skin.
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Loreal's Lumi Glotion is a multipurpose luminizer that hydrates, delivering a natural, radiant glow. Perfect as a moisturizer, highlighter, or skin tint, it enhances your complexion with a customizable dewy finish available in multiple shades.
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Pacifica's glow booster blends vitamin C and glycolic acid to brighten skin, improve texture, and promote a healthy, luminous glow. It's a must-have for your skincare routine, perfect for revitalizing dull complexions.
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This 4-in-1 multitasker is a moisturizer, primer, mask, and luminizer, leaving skin deeply hydrated and naturally radiant. Enriched with Damask rose water, this glow skin balm nourishes and soothes, making it perfect for a dewy, glowing complexion.
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Powered by rice extract and alpha-arbutin, this lightweight serum brightens skin, fades dark spots, and evens tone. It is perfect for achieving a radiant, glowing complexion while nourishing and soothing sensitive skin.
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Protect your skin from the sun’s damaging rays. Make it easy to fight damage and signs of aging by adding this dermatologist—and influencer-backed daily SPF moisturizer to your morning routine.
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The Skinny Confidential designed this sleek facial roller, so you know it's good. This product helps to contour, tighten, and de-puff skin while promoting a clear, radiant, and smoother complexion. It is perfect for self-care rituals and a thoughtful beauty gift for all.
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This refreshing rose face mist hydrates, rejuvenates, and clarifies the skin with soothing aloe and herbal extracts. Perfect for all skin types and great to keep with you on the go, it delivers an instant boost of hydration and glow.
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These soothing hydrogel patches are infused with snail mucin to hydrate and refresh the under-eye area while targeting puffiness and fine lines. Perfect for a quick pick-me-up in your skincare routine.
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It's important to exfoliate regularly to remove dead skin cell buildup or impurities, but we must also remember that over-scrubbing does more harm than good. Dermalogica's daily micro-exfoliant is gentle enough to use daily to reveal a glowing complexion.
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This powerful serum by Curology with 10% vitamin C and azelaic acid visibly evens skin tone, smooths texture, and calms redness. Its lightweight, milky texture absorbs easily, leaving skin refreshed and radiant all day.
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Supergoop's Glowscreen is a multitasking sunscreen and makeup primer that delivers UV protection while creating a dewy and glowing skin finish. This product is available in four radiant shades for your perfect radiant fit.
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Start your night-time skincare routine with Dermalogica's deep cleansing oil. This oil gently melts away makeup and impurities for a thorough cleansing of the most clogged pores. The lightweight formula preps the skin for your cleanser to penetrate even deeper for a purified clean.
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After cleansing, toning comes next in a complete three-step skincare routine, but sometimes, the standard solutions can be too harsh for those with more sensitive skin. This hydrating milk toner is a cross between a cleansing balm, moisturizer, and exfoliating toner without the risk of irritation or drying from harsh chemicals.
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If we haven't made it clear enough, moisturized skin is the secret to a glowing look. With the Peter Thomas Roth cloud cream, the hyaluronic acid complex draws atmospheric vapor to lock in your skin's hydration for 72 hours. It's a miracle product for dry skin.
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Lighten the appearance of your acne scars and other dark spots for a real-life Photoshop touch-up with the Even Better Clinical skin tone correcting serum. This serum smooths skin texture and evens your skin's complexion for a healthy glow.
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Lock in moisture while you sleep with this hydrating overnight mask. It’s made from a rice extract blend and niacinamide to reveal soft and supple skin. It’s safe for even the most sensitive skin and can purify your skincare routine.
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