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We prioritize ingredients supported by clinical research—not trends—so every product is designed to deliver visible, reliable results for your skin.
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We prioritize ingredients supported by clinical research—not trends—so every product is designed to deliver visible, reliable results for your skin.
Formulated with Your Health in Mind
Over half of beauty products used by Black and Latina women contain cancer causing ingredients. Toxic preservatives were present in 47% of skincare and 58% of haircare items. Our mission is to change that—by offering safe, effective skincare.
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Our formulas reflect the quality and efficacy of top-tier skincare—made with the same cutting-edge ingredients, minus the branding hype and price markups.
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Our blog is a free resource packed with expert-backed tips to help you build healthier self-care rituals at home—no gatekeeping, just real knowledge.
Here’s the harsh truth about acne: it’s one of the most complex skin concerns to treat. And the even harsher reality? No matter how much money you spend, there’s still...
Here’s the harsh truth about acne: it’s one of the most complex skin concerns to treat. And the even harsher reality? No matter how much money you spend, there’s still...
Enzyme exfoliation is one of my favorite beauty secrets for both the face and body. It’s a gentle yet effective way to elevate your skincare routine without the risk of...
Enzyme exfoliation is one of my favorite beauty secrets for both the face and body. It’s a gentle yet effective way to elevate your skincare routine without the risk of...
Let’s be real — cleansing your skin can feel like a boring chore you have to get through just to get to the fun stuff (hello, serums and moisturizers!). But...
Let’s be real — cleansing your skin can feel like a boring chore you have to get through just to get to the fun stuff (hello, serums and moisturizers!). But...
Many people are calling spicules “liquid microneedling” because they give you some of the same benefits without the needles, pain, or downtime. While they’re not quite as powerful as a...
Many people are calling spicules “liquid microneedling” because they give you some of the same benefits without the needles, pain, or downtime. While they’re not quite as powerful as a...
After learning how hard water, chlorine, heavy metals, and excess minerals can wreak havoc on skin and hair health, I knew I had to take action. The damage these impurities...
After learning how hard water, chlorine, heavy metals, and excess minerals can wreak havoc on skin and hair health, I knew I had to take action. The damage these impurities...
As an esthetician, I see microneedling as one of the most transformative treatments out there—and it's not easy to replicate at home. That’s why, when I received the Qure Micro-Infusion...
As an esthetician, I see microneedling as one of the most transformative treatments out there—and it's not easy to replicate at home. That’s why, when I received the Qure Micro-Infusion...