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From Scottie · July 31, 2026
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Scottie read THE LOVE LIST, Fwd: from a friend, and oh mon dieu for a reader with the priorities shown below. Start with the rundown, open the full brief, or check every issue behind it.
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What shaped this brief
Reader priorities
A beauty and culture reader who wants useful skincare expertise, product judgment, and the occasional music or media recommendation.
These are illustrative priorities, not a customer’s data.
Sources in this brief
- THE LOVE LISTThe publication this guide is about
- Fwd: from a friendAdds personal beauty routines, travel, and candid recommendations.
- oh mon dieuAdds practical makeup learning and a strong personal-style voice.
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July 31, 2026 · Executive brief
01 / The rundown
- Biologique Recherche shares expert insights on targeted active ingredients, barrier repair, and custom regimens for aging skin.
- Custom guitar maker Gelber & Sons showcases small-batch craftsmanship during an intimate Dawes performance in Amagansett.
- Lila Raicek's summer novel The Plunge delivers a sharp fiction recommendation exploring emotional renewal on the East End.
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02 / The briefing
01 / main
Biologique Recherche Shares the Science Behind Smart Skincare Protocols
The takeaway: Biologique Recherche R&D head Dr. Hélène Huguet broke down formula mechanics for aging, barrier health, and under-eye care. She highlighted multi-weight hyaluronic acid, ultra-pure niacinamide, and targeted regimens like Sérum Progeskin and Crème M.E.C. to support matrix integrity.
Concrete details
- Biologique Recherche offers nearly 90 face products to build tailored, diagnostic-driven routines.
- The over-40 protocol incorporates five iconic Lotion P50 formulas alongside targeted active serums.
Why it matters for this reader: As a skincare reader who respects active ingredients, these expert insights offer a masterclass on pairing high-performance formulas with precise barrier support.
Original sourcesTHE LOVE LIST
02 / main
Dawes Live Show Highlights Instrumental Couture by Gelber & Sons
The takeaway: A night at Stephen Talkhouse with band Dawes showcased the artistry of custom guitar builder Wylie Gelber. The former bassist hand-crafts bespoke guitars featuring vintage gold foil pickups, Italian cellulose acetate pickguards, and custom-cast switches.
Concrete details
- Wylie Gelber spent 14 years as bassist for Dawes before launching his custom workshop.
- Every handmade guitar features bespoke specs alongside a lifetime warranty and maintenance from Gelber.
Why it matters for this reader: Perfect for media and music fans, this live performance story celebrates true craftsmanship over mass production.
Original sourcesTHE LOVE LIST
03 / main
Lila Raicek Delivers a Sharp Summer Novel in The Plunge
The takeaway: Lila Raicek’s novel The Plunge explores life in the East End after a wedding is canceled two weeks prior. The book captures the ambiguity and emotional reboot of rewriting life after a personal catastrophe.
Concrete details
- The plot centers on a woman in her thirties navigating life after a canceled wedding.
- The story unfolds against the backdrop of an East End summer spent by the ocean.
Why it matters for this reader: If you are looking for a captivating fiction recommendation, this gripping summer read offers wit, emotional honesty, and vivid coastal scenery.
Original sourcesTHE LOVE LIST
04 / main
Gigi Burris Launches a Handcrafted Hairscarf and Headband Hybrid
The takeaway: A new collaboration with milliner Gigi Burris introduces a lightweight poly-blend kerchief designed to keep summer hair stylishly swept back. It functions like sunglasses on greasy hair without requiring any knotting or tying.
Concrete details
- The $195 kerchief comes in North Fork Blue and Heirloom Tomato Red.
- Every piece is handcrafted by skilled milliners in Gigi Burris’s NYC workshop.
Why it matters for this reader: For beauty and style enthusiasts, this effortless $195 accessory solves humid summer hair days with NYC craftsmanship.
Original sourcesTHE LOVE LIST
05 / main
High Summer Edit Curates SPF Drops and Vintage Prada Heels
The takeaway: The latest high summer shopping recommendations highlight essential warm-weather beauty items alongside rare vintage finds. Highlights include Summer Fridays SPF Drops for sun protection and vintage Prada heels for effortless summer style.
Concrete details
- Featured recommendations combine daily sun protection from Summer Fridays with curated vintage footwear.
- The vintage selection includes Prada heels, starburst earrings, and beachy summer bags.
Why it matters for this reader: Ideal for product judgment readers seeking quick, high-impact additions to their summer vanity and wardrobe.
Original sourcesoh mon dieu
Action items
- Explore Biologique Recherche’s targeted serums like Progeskin to address your specific skin barrier and hydration needs.
- Add Lila Raicek’s novel The Plunge to your summer reading list for an arresting East End story.
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Biologique Recherche Skincare Q&A
- Biologique Recherche's Global VP of Research Answers Your Skincare QuestionsTHE LOVE LIST · Included
Live Dawes Performance and Ceramics
- May All Your Favorite Bands Stay TogetherTHE LOVE LIST · Included
High Summer Shopping Picks
- High Summer Shoppingoh mon dieu · Included
Gigi Burris Kerchief Collaboration Launch
- Gigi Burris x The Love List is LIVE for allTHE LOVE LIST · Included
Book Review: The Plunge by Lila Raicek
- Field Notes from Romancing the RerouteTHE LOVE LIST · Included
Summer essentials selection
- Tight grip on summeroh mon dieu · Read, not included
Métier luxury leather
- Melissa Morris Would Like a Word About Your DoorsTHE LOVE LIST · Read, not included
Fun tops shopping
- 11 "fun tops" because apparently they're impossible to findFwd: from a friend · Read, not included
Closet organization and outfits
- Step into My Office, Babyoh mon dieu · Read, not included
Northern California trip
- 7 days in Northern CaliforniaFwd: from a friend · Read, not included
Violet Grey partnership
- THE LIST: Foulard Handles, Shirts as Skirts, and Paint-Splattered DenimTHE LOVE LIST · Read, not included
Recent outfit roundup
- Everything I've been wearing latelyFwd: from a friend · Read, not included
Personal relationship AMAs
- When AMAs get personalFwd: from a friend · Read, not included
About THE LOVE LIST
Should you add THE LOVE LIST to Scottie?
Choose beauty products and routines with expert context and a selective cultural edit.[1][2][3]
Who it’s for
A beauty and culture reader who wants useful skincare expertise, product judgment, and the occasional music or media recommendation.[1][2]
What you’ll find in it
The issues linked below include “Substack Starter Pack: Get Hot(ter) Edition”, “May All Your Favorite Bands Stay Together”, and “Biologique Recherche's Global VP of Research Answers Your Skincare Questions”. Open them to judge the publication in its own words.
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- Jess Graves[1]
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