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Ole Henriksen Strength Trainer Peptide Boost Moisturizer
It’s easy to sideline cleanser a bit and just go for something a bit basic: after all, it doesn’t give you that immediate sense of luxury that a good moisturiser or serum does. But it’s worth spending a bit more if it is as good as this recent one from Danish king of positive living Ole Henriksen. Unusually, the consistency is not runny like shower gel but rather a more solid, waxy feel that emulsifies in your hand when water is added. It feels gentle on your skin, smells like a dream, and washes away easily. It is also rich in peptides, which do some of the heavy lifting when it comes to keeping moisture in.
Robin’s TOP 5 favourite fragrances
When it comes to scents, I am very selective. For me, they are tied to memories and moments… There have been times I wore a fragrance only to put it right back on the shelf immediately, because it would remind me too strongly of a particular moment. While some people change their scent as per occasion or seasons, I choose mine based on mood and how I feel that day. Part of my collection leans towards fresh, lighter and more intimate scents: those that don't scream, but instead feel close and personal, never overpowering.
Working in this field, we get to test a lot of fragrances. While I always keep my all-time favourites on hand, I also regularly add new discoveries to my rotation, scents that feel right in the moment and capture the current mood.
Essential Parfums - Nice Bergamote by Antoine Maisondieu
It opens with a sharp, juicy burst of citrus that instantly wakes the senses, and soon delicate threads of jasmine and ylang‑ylang start weaving in, softening the brightness. Beneath that airy, luminous clarity, subtle hints of cedar and tonka emerge, adding warmth and depth.
Matiere Premiere - Neroli Oranger
It's bright and sparkling, with a burst of neroli and bergamot. Later, orange blossom and neroli weave together more softly, balancing freshness with a gentle warmth that truly smells like walking through a grove of orange blossoms under the sun.
Etat Libre d'Orange - You or Someone Like You
Right away, it's crisp, green, and bright, a minty‑green, fresh floral that instantly feels cool and refreshing. Later, the herbal notes soften, while musk and a delicate touch of rose give it quiet depth.
Jo Malone - Lime Basil & Mandarin
A mix of zesty lime and mandarin with a subtle hint of basil, this scent feels clean and refreshing, noticeable without ever being too much. The citrus stays bright and sparkling, lifted by the herbal depth of basil that keeps it grounded.
Tom Ford - Eau de Soleil Blanc / Soleil Blanc
Jasmine and light citrus come together first, fresh and bright, before coconut, amber, and tonka add a warm, sun-kissed layer. Light, airy, and warm in a refined way, playful, but still quietly elegant.
