THE BEST IN BEAUTY
FROM THOSE WHO KNOW BEST

VIOLET GREY began with our search for the best eyelash curler. To find the answer, we formed a band of inside-Hollywood experts and editors — from makeup artists to movie stars — to test every eyelash curler against our rigorous set of standards (the VIOLET CODE). We tested on film sets, on red carpets, and in the back of Jack Nicholson’s limousine — and once we learned which curler would make our lashes curve and not crimp (Utowa, it’s from Japan), we moved on to mascara, lip stain, dry shampoo, and everything else a girl needs in her cosmetic wardrobe. On any given day, we are discovering, testing, and approving best-in-class beauty. The result is a discerning curation of products, tips, and inspiration deemed essential — the Industry’s Beauty Edit.

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amanda lacey

cleansing pomade

Spotlighting the balm-to-oil cleanser that delivers a hydrated, glowing complexion.

Written By JAYME CYK

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DISCOVERED

UK-based aesthetician Amanda Lacey is beloved for enlisting old-school skincare techniques to reveal a radiant, youthful appearance without the need for lasers or chemical peels. Her secret? A combination of natural oils and facial massage. “Your skin is the largest organ of your body,” says Lacey. “To me it’s like an artist’s palette.”

Naturally, maintaining a pristine canvas always begins with clarifying the complexion. Among the crown jewels in Lacey’s coveted line is the Cleansing Pomade, a gentle cleanser that removes every trace of makeup and leaves behind a radiant, hydrated visage. The highly moisturizing balm contains a blend of calendula oil to soothe, camphor oil for a subtle floral scent, and vitamins E and D to nourish skin. Consider it an essential for cleansing, moisturizing, and enhancing radiance—all in one elegant jar.

TESTED

“I use this cleanser on a regular basis. This thin emollient pomade removes my makeup completely, without leaving a residue, and has a lovely fresh scent. Plus, it keeps my skin hydrated while cleansing.”—Lori Young, Melrose Place makeup artist

APPROVED

September 6, 2016

FILED

February 23, 2016

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The VIOLET CODE is a process and set of standards by which VIOLET GREY’s committee of beauty industry experts and influencers separate hero products from the tens of thousands of options available to you on the market. The result is a curation that is truly the best in beauty from those who know best.

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Amanda Lacey

Cleansing Pomade

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