Eye of the Beholder

As a talented actor and professional heartthrob, Brad Pitt has captured the hearts and minds of people from all over the world for over three decades. But will he manage to convince them to buy a $385 serum? Our beauty-and-wellness columnist tries to resist his charms …

By Linda Wells

In case you’ve been dozing for the past 48 hours, here’s what you missed: Brad Pitt is making skin-care products.

I know! “Breaking news,” as they say on CNN. I start my investigation by following in the footsteps of Robert Caro and Bob Woodward. “Hey, Google, what does Brad Pitt use on his skin?,” I ask, probingly. “Mr. Pitt has been known to slather his face each night in the luxurious La Mer Crème de la Mer moisturizing cream, which he shares with his wifey,” the voice answers, apparently unaware of the meaning of “breaking news.” Google, you are out of date. I dig deeper.