The Beauty Edit / A Spa In A Bottle, Silver-Powered Skincare, and A Minimal Haircare Line
Photography & Words by Alison Engstrom
French Farmacie
French Farmacie was born when founder Tricia Marlowe connected the dots that the status of our overall health, including the skin, has a direct link to the state of the environment. So she joined forces with a Harvard chemist to formulate a line of edited products—there are two in the lineup—that are both easy on the earth (there is no plastic) and offer result-driven skincare powered by plants. The Élixir Exfoliant, the proclaimed ‘spa in a bottle’ harnesses the power of plants like papaya and Australian caviar lime, which buffs away dead skin cells, leaving behind a brighter complexion. It also contains hibiscus, which is known to firm, along with rice bran that delivers omega-rich fatty acids to further protect. Sérum Radiant bridges the perfect line between an oil and serum. It tames inflammation with the addition of rosehip oil, while camellia seed oil, which is naturally rich in nutrients like squalane, reveal a brighter skin tone.
African Botanics
When the skin’s equilibrium is off, it can spawn issues such as clogged pores and inflammation that can lead to an uneven complexion. African Botanics new range of skincare calls upon colloidal silver, which offers a host of skincare benefits including antimicrobial properties, that work in tandem with many botanicals including the resurrection plant, which has been shown to prevent water loss from the skin. It also delivers a surge of moisture with the addition of marula oil and baobab fruit. This potent blend is available in the Silver Rescue Cream and the Silver Rescue Serum.
Iles formula
The concept of minimalism can be found in a range of things, perhaps a wardrobe, an interior, or a way of living. It can also come in the form of extremely effective hair care that offers just the necessities but also allows you to put your best hair forward. Iles Formula, created by hairstylist Wendy Iles set out to create products that not only made the hair look great but also worked instantly. The result is a brand that employs clean and raw materials into an edited collection of styling products. From the first use, you’ll notice an immediate difference—the Haute Performance Shampoo revives hair after one wash and won’t strip hair color. The Haute Performance Conditioner helps to tame frizz and leaves behind silky strands.
