Couture Carrie

Thursday, November 12, 2026

CC Loves... These Beauty Products!

Darlings, here are the beauty products CC's loving of late! 

Dr. Althea Blue Peptide Bounce Serum: designed to shield potent actives until application, peptide-enriched blue capsules maintain optimal stability and dissolve seamlessly upon contact to deliver peak serum performance. Infused with 0.6% of 99% pure Copper Tripeptide-1, this formula promotes skin repair, boosts collagen, and refines uneven skin texture for a smoother, firmer finish.

Dr. Althea 345 Relief Cleanser: this lightweight gel formula gently refines skin texture while delivering lasting hydration and soothing care, making it an easy everyday addition for even sensitive or easily irritated skin. Powered by a triple-fermented enzyme complex, this CC beauty best bet goes beyond traditional cleansing to gently lift away dead skin cells while helping maintain a healthy, balanced complexion.

Dr. Althea 345 Relief Milky Cleansing Oil rapidly emulsifies upon contact with water to effortlessly dissolve waterproof makeup, sunscreen, excess oil, and pore impurities while reducing buildup that can contribute to blemishes. Powered Dr. Althea's 3·4·5 Biome Cleansing System and Dual Melting System, it combines fermented ingredients, gentle exfoliating acids, and soothing botanicals to deeply cleanse while nourishing the skin and supporting the skin barrier. Skin is left feeling fresh, smooth, and hydrated without tightness or greasy residue.


Dr. Althea Rapid Mild Acid Rescue Pore Pad is a fabulous 4-in-1 solution targeting pore size, volume, depth, and count. The gentle rayon pad uses a gentle blend of AHA, BHA, and PHA to exfoliate and promote a smoother, more even-looking complexion. These pads provide lovely, low-effort skin prep and are suitable for even CC’s sensitive skin!

Dr. Brandt Dermal Micro Points: inspired by the effects of in-office microneedling, this innovative collagen-boosting gel formula mimics the benefits of the procedure. Natural dermal micro-points help renew and revive the skin, paired with skin-lifting actives and anti-wrinkle peptides that penetrate the skin’s surface to boost collagen, even texture, and smooth fine lines. Natural spicules create 3 million microchannels within 5 minutes in the epidermis. Beyond enhancing ingredient delivery deep into the skin, they replicate the benefits of microneedling by stimulating the body's natural healing process.


Dr. Althea PDRN Reju 10000 Cream: powered by 1% high-purity Salmon PDRN, EGF, and NAD, this targeted ointment-style cream helps visibly firm, soothe, and deeply hydrate skin while supporting a healthier-looking complexion. Its rich, moisture-locking formula is enriched with panthenol, Centella Asiatica Exosomes, quercetin, and glycyrrhetinic acid to help calm stressed skin, provide antioxidant protection, and deliver intensive moisture care. 


Dr. Althea 345 Relief Spot Powder: this spot treatment helps improve breakout-prone skin by balancing excess oil and removing dead skin buildup, quickly soothes irritated skin, and helps maintain overall skin health. It also helps reinforce the skin barrier and protect against external irritants. Its lightweight and refreshing texture is designed for comfortable daily spot care on targeted areas.

ColorWow Insta-Wow Talc-Free Dry Shampoo removes up to 95%* of oil for a shampoo-grade clean with no white cast, no clumping,and no buildup!

Which of these awesome items will you add to your self-care regimen?

xoxox,

CC

Wednesday, November 11, 2026

CC Runway Report: Chic Stripes

Darlings, CC's survey of the spring collections concludes with a personal preference (on CC's birthday); check out these chic striped ensembles, fresh from the fashion shows in New York, London, Milan and Paris!
Photos via vogue.com.
A.W.A.K.E. Mode
Bianca Saunders
Bibhu Mohapatra
Brooks Brothers
Brunello Cucinelli
Burberry
Carven
Casablanca
Edeline Lee
Eudon Choi
Gabriela Hearst
Giorgio Armani
Givenchy
Lacca
Lanvin
Libertine
Marni
Michael Kors Collection
MM6 Maison Margiela
Monse
MSGM

Natasha Zinko
Proenza Schouler

Richard Quinn
Roksanda
Rosie Assoulin
Stella Jean
Stella McCartney
Steve O Smith
Talia Byre
Zankov
Which of these chic striped looks do you ❤?
xoxox,
CC

Tuesday, November 10, 2026

CC Runway Report: Ravishing Red

Darlings, CC's penultimate post on the spring collections features fab fiery red pieces!
Photos via vogue.com.
Alice + Olivia
Burc Akyol
Celine
Cult Gaia
Diane von Furstenberg
Dolce & Gabbana
Elisabetta Franchi
Ermanno Scervino
Greta Constantine
Michael Kors Collection
Monique Lhuillier
Palomo Spain
Prabal Gurung
Prada
Priscavera
Richard Quinn
Rosie Assoulin
Sergio Hudson
Simone Rocha
Stefan Cooke
Tom Ford
Yigal Azrouël
Which of these ravishing red looks do you ❤?
xoxox,
CC