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But, contrary to Cole’s predictions, the forests weren’t gone forever.
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Livia Gershon, JSTOR Daily, 7 Oct. 2025
The now-$32 product contains Hyaluroset, the brand’s better-than-hyaluronic acid hydrating ingredient, and, contrary to its name, does more than just firm the skin.
—Alyssa Grabinski, PEOPLE, 7 Oct. 2025
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—Katie Stockton, CNBC, 6 Oct. 2025
Aqueous Cream and Bio-Oil showed little or no effect, while Strataderm and Alhydran actually reduced hydration compared to untreated skin, which was contrary to expectations.
—New Atlas, 6 Oct. 2025
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Livia Gershon, JSTOR Daily, 7 Oct. 2025
The now-$32 product contains Hyaluroset, the brand’s better-than-hyaluronic acid hydrating ingredient, and, contrary to its name, does more than just firm the skin.
—Alyssa Grabinski, PEOPLE, 7 Oct. 2025
Opinions expressed in this material may differ or be contrary to opinions expressed, or actions taken, by Fairlead Strategies or its affiliates, or their respective officers, directors, or employees.
—Katie Stockton, CNBC, 6 Oct. 2025
Aqueous Cream and Bio-Oil showed little or no effect, while Strataderm and Alhydran actually reduced hydration compared to untreated skin, which was contrary to expectations.
—New Atlas, 6 Oct. 2025
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“Contrary to.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/contrary%20to. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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