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FROM THE DESK OF SARAH BROWN

RE: Investments & Upgrades, 2024

I started a practice a few years ago, inspired by a suggestion from entrepreneur, hairstylist-to-the-stars, Internet goddess and VG O.G., Jen Atkin. On New Year’s Day, my husband and I sit in our pajamas (or our swimsuits, if we’re lucky enough to be OOO somewhere sunny), with pen and paper in hand, and we write down a straightforward list for the year ahead of what we would do if there were no way to fail.

These aren't resolutions, wishes, or best intentions. We look at them as To Dos. Notes to self. A set of directives for the life upgrades we seek to make. A checklist of what we mean to accomplish in the next 365 days. Some are tiny, practical, material; others are huge, intimidating, and existential. Operating as if there is no way to fail allows one to be brave, audacious, and to go after exactly what you want, without limitation--imagining (or rather, expecting) that it will be achieved. It's a very fast way to get priorities clear, sh*t together. These are commitments I make to myself.

Beauty and wellbeing are the ultimate commitments. At VIOLET GREY, we are here, quite specifically, to help you upgrade, streamline, and dare I say, perfect, this aspect of your life. A world class cosmetic wardrobe is what we are after, because you deserve nothing less, and besides, anything less does not perform as well. What's the point of that? Everything in your routine should be working overtime, and delivering--results, luxury, quality, and of course, glamour. January, when we are getting organized for the new year, is the ideal moment to clear the clutter from our lives. Below you will find my recommendations for investments I believe are worth making. They're for when only the best will do--which, in our world, is every day. Not only are these upgrades worth it, they are designed to make life more efficient, so you can focus on what's really important: the big hopes and dreams that this year you will make come true.

XO.

SB

1

The mineral sunscreen that doesn’t feel like sunscreen.

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Universal Glow Daily Defense Spf 40

Dr. Loretta

Universal Glow Daily Defense Spf 40

$60.00
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2

The sculpting facial device that does just about everything.

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TheraFace PRO

THERABODY

TheraFace PRO

$399.00
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3

Perhaps the most luxurious (and effective) cleanser you will ever find.

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Deep Cleansing Oil

SUSANNE KAUFMANN

Deep Cleansing Oil

$60.00
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4

The only home laser.

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Lyma Laser

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Lyma Laser

$2,695.00
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5

The new first-step in your skin care regimen that just might make all the difference.

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Resurfacing Tonic

Eighth Day

Resurfacing Tonic

$125.00
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The best hairdryer out there.

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Dyson Supersonic™ Hair Dryer

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Dyson Supersonic™ Hair Dryer

$429.99
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The foolproof, never-smudges eyeliner that comes in the best colors and will make you look like a professional even when your skillz are questionable.

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8

A lip makeover.

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9

That cult hairbrush everyone talks about.

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Yves Durif Vented Brush

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Yves Durif Vented Brush

$95.00
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10

The powdered potion pretty much all of VIOLET GREY swears is the answer to their long hair and strong nails.

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holi (mane) Hair Skin Nails 2 Daily Supplements Combined

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holi (mane) Hair Skin Nails 2 Daily Supplements Combined

$99.00
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The potent plant potion you won’t want to live without.

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Vintner's Daughter Active Botanical Serum

Vintner's Daughter

Vintner's Daughter Active Botanical Serum

$215.00
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The in-demand lash curler that’s usually sold out.

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Surratt Beauty

Surratt Beauty Relevee Lash Curler

$36.00
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The super-concentrated, super-powered semi-under-the-radar version of La Mer that promises to cure all.

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The Concentrate

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The Concentrate

$440.00
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14

Really good makeup brushes (the best ones last a lifetime).

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Blender Brush

Westman Atelier

Blender Brush

$125.00
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The tinted moisturizer that seriously raises the bar.

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An enormous, covetable candle that will last all winter.

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Diptyque Baies Indoor/Outdoor Candle - Size: 51.3 oz

DIPTYQUE

Diptyque Baies Indoor/Outdoor Candle - Size: 51.3 oz

$430.00
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Why not bathe in Bader?

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The Body Cleanser

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The Body Cleanser

$56.00
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The compact no-mist humidifier.

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