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Things We're Lovin': Corbin Rd

If you follow along with Things We're Lovin, you'll know we love skincare that actually does the job. If you've got a shelf full of half-used bottles (guilty!), then Corbin Rd is the brand for you.

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Corbin Rd products
Corbin Rd products.

Corbin Rd was founded by Wendy Nowell-Usticke (yes, the Thin Lizzy co-founder, so you KNOW this will be a good product) and the whole philosophy is "less is more". Three simple steps: cleanse, exfoliate, hydrate. Made right here in NZ, out of Napier in Hawke's Bay.

Instead of a 10-step routine, it’s all about a few hardworking products that actually earn their spot: cleanse, exfoliate, hydrate, done. Everything is made here in NZ with active botanicals, there’s no SLS, silicones, parabens or synthetic fragrance in sight, and nothing is ever tested on animals. No wonder cult favourites like the Restorative Cleansing Balm and Multivitamin Face Oil have racked up more than 400 reviews between them! Now there’s a new hero joining the line-up: the Corbin Rd Serum, made to give ageing skin on the face, neck and around the eyes some serious love.

I love Corbin Road because it fits so easily into my everyday life. It’s vegan, which means I never have to second-guess what’s in it or wonder whether an animal paid the price for my routine. It’s also wonderfully easy to use, the kind of product you reach for without thinking because it just works. And knowing it’s made right here in New Zealand makes it feel even more special. I love supporting a local brand that cares about quality as much as I do.

Disclaimer: While this was gifted to the Sans Pareil Online team to review, our opinions are our own and we have not been paid or coaxed to say something either way. If you would like to have your product reviewed please contact us here.