New York Post For a long time, I viewed my makeup routine as a chore — a way to mask the gifts of troubled skin, from post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH) and perioral dermatitis. Between the dry Texas wind and my own finicky combination skin, traditional makeup usually does me dirty. Most foundations seem hell-bent on highlighting every dry patch or bump I’ve got. So when I got the opportunity to try Ogee, I felt I had nothing to lose.
The first thing that struck me about Ogee, beyond the beautiful aesthetics of the brand, is the math behind the formula. Its products are 88% skincare and only 12% makeup. If you find that foundations feel like industrial-grade spackle, this will be a breath of fresh air.
As someone whose skin usually drinks moisturizer like it’s lost in the Chihuahuan Desert, knowing that the Ogee hero ingredient is Jojoba Oil gave me some hope. Because Jojoba is biocompatible, I already knew it as an ingredient that wouldn’t just sit on top of my face waiting for a stiff breeze to blow it off. Instead, it would melt right in, providing a dewy glow and feeling like a kiss of hydration. It’s the first thing I’ve found that actually soothes my dermatitis instead of making it look like a topographic map.
The Crystal Contour Collection is the ultimate minimalist’s cheat code for a multidimensional, sun-kissed glow without the heavy lifting of traditional makeup. This award-winning trio features three targeted shades designed to bronze, blush and highlight with a mistake-proof application that melts into the skin.
Formulated with a powerhouse blend of 88% skincare and 12% pigment, each balmy stick is anchored by organic Jojoba Oil, which mimics the skin’s natural sebum to hydrate dry patches without suffocating combination areas. The texture is intentionally lightweight and breathable, allowing you to layer from a sheer, barely-there morning tint to a more saturated, opaque evening look.
Because it is NSF-certified organic and strictly non-comedogenic, it provides a luminous, dewy finish that specifically avoids catching on texture or exacerbating sensitive conditions like perioral dermatitis.
I don’t have time for a 12-step makeup routine. In fact, I’ve managed to whittle my collection down to BB cream and a prayer. Contour was only going to happen if I could achieve a solid application with my fingers.
The Crystal Contour Collection, of which I tested the Radiant colorway, is a trio of easy-to-apply balmy sticks designed to bronze, blush and highlight. No brushes? No problem.
The best part? They are non-comedogenic, so I don’t have to worry about the creamy texture clogging my pores by the time I’m done with morning chores.
Before Ogee Kendall Cornish Looking at my photos, you can see a noticeable difference. In the before shots, my skin is showing classic stress signs — redness around my nose and chin, and some uneven spots. After applying a full face of Ogee (which took no more than 3 minutes, mind you), that redness is neutralized, but I don’t feel like I look like I’m wearing a mask.
After Ogee My freckles are still shining through, and my skin looks like skin, just a much more rested, radiant version of it. It’s the ultimate no-makeup makeup look for people who want to spend less than five minutes at the mirror before needing to move on with their day, be seen, or feel confident.
If you have dry, reactive skin or are simply looking to ditch the harsh chemicals for a more holistic approach, Ogee is the investment your vanity needs. It’s cruelty-free, GMO-free and made right here in the USA.
Ogee’s NSF certification means they actually walk the walk, utilizing organic ingredients that retain their antioxidants and nutrients. Making the switch to clean beauty felt daunting, but these little sticks made it the easiest transition I’ve ever made. My skin finally looks as healthy as I’ve been working hard to make it.
This article was written by Kendall Cornish, New York Post Commerce Editor & Reporter. Kendall, who moonlights as a private chef in the Hamptons for New York elites, lends her expertise to testing and recommending cooking products – for beginners and aspiring sous chefs alike. Simmering and seasoning her way through both jobs, Kendall dishes on everything from the best cookware for your kitchen to chef-approved gourmet meal kits to the full suite of Ninja appliances. Prior to joining the Post’s shopping team in 2023, Kendall previously held positions at Apartment Therapy and at Dotdash Meredith’s Travel + Leisure and Departures magazines.
