Archive - The Review of Beauty by Jessica DeFino

'Challengers': An Ad For Augustinus Bader Body Cream?

The Don't Buy List: Issue #71

May 1 •

April 2024

On Fragrance, Or Sidestepping The Problems Of The Flesh

In this month's Ask Ugly, an exploration of the "signature scent".

Apr 29 •

The Pubic Hair Poll

Will you (anonymously) answer some questions for me?

Apr 24 •

Don't Call It Girlhood

I talked to NBC about Gen Alpha's interest in skincare products.

Apr 20 •

DoorDashing Boyfriend Blush

The Don't Buy List: Issue #70

Apr 11 •

Terror & Mundanity In A Makeup Bag

On beauty products, local politics, and Palestine.

Apr 9 •

Banking On Collagen (& Losing Billions)

An interview with Vogue Business and Roisin Lanigan.

Apr 5 •

Introducing: The Review of Beauty

New newsletter name, same focus (and 20% off to celebrate).

Apr 2 •

March 2024

Microdosing Prejuvenation

The Don't Buy List: Issue #69

Mar 30 •

When Beauty Becomes Background Noise

A quick thought on "ambient influencing."

Mar 26 •

Would You Rather Die Hot or Live Ugly?

The Don't Buy List: Issue #68

Mar 22 •

Sephora Dysmorphia with Nymphet Alumni

A new podcast episode to listen to.

Mar 20 •

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