When Keren Bartov’s Advanced Skin Serum sold out within hours of its launch at Bergdorf Goodman last month, a store representative called the facialist and asked, “Who are you?” That was my question, too. But one look at social media made it clear that I was clueless and Bartov was a pro. Her celebrity clientele could fill the first ten rows of the Dolby Theater on Oscar night. In fact, she probably gave them all facials that morning. Bartov, who lives in Tel Aviv and has a salon there and in London, met Gal Gadot, who sent Isla Fisher, who told Kate Moss, followed by Natalie Portman, Rashida Jones, Carey Mulligan, and Demi Moore, to name a few. Bartov set her sights on Julia Roberts, which is why she chose Notting Hill for her salon location, across from the bookstore in the movie. “I believe when you dream about something and work for something, you’ll get it,” says Bartov. Yes, Roberts is now a devotee. Bartov employs ultrasound, radio frequency, and lasers in her facials, but the products are rich and effective on their own. ($180 for the Advanced Skin Serum, kerenbartov.co.uk) —Linda Wells

Rembrandt once said, “Choose only one master—nature,” and the people behind Grown Alchemist listened. Founded in Melbourne in 2008 by Jeremy and Keston Muijs, the Australian brand built its philosophy around one idea: that skin can transform if you feed it what it needs—and that, they say, is plants. Their new Regenerating line, a six-piece collection featuring a mask, a serum, and four creams, promises smoother, firmer, and more luminous skin, thanks to bio-tech actives like PlantEGF, a naturally occurring protein that stimulates skin-cell renewal, along with antioxidants and rambutan—the tropical fruit they call “nature’s retinol.” If you’re picking just one product, the Facial Serum is the way to go. Though it looks thick, it glides on easily and leaves skin bright and hydrated, without the stickiness that plagues many serums. Plus, its geranium, black pepper, sage, and rose scent turns even a rushed morning routine into a spa-scented, post-facial bliss. (Starting at $35, grownalchemist.com) —Jeanne Malle

Honey creams and cleansers seem like something you’d find at the farmer’s market between the dream catchers and spelt bread. But Manuka honey from New Zealand is serious stuff: An antioxidant-rich, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial marvel that’s used in hospitals to treat burns and wounds. Now, a new line of skincare products called Aunu blends this prized ingredient into an elegant, not-sticky cleanser, mask, essence, salve, and cream. Jennifer Krouse, the founder of Aunu, says this particular honey, Comvita Medihoney, has 100 percent more antioxidants than clover honey and is FDA-approved for medical use. It eliminates the harmful bacteria on the skin while protecting the beneficial microbiome, which means it inhibits blemishes and strengthens the skin barrier. Krouse has big plans for the line, hoping to expand it to body care and pimple prevention. Sweet! (from $58, aunubeauty.com) —Linda Wells

If you’ve ever woken up on a big day with a giant zit (me before my wedding), then you’ll be grateful for Spotless, a new walk-in acne clinic on New York’s Upper East Side. Dr. Amy Wechsler, a board-certified dermatologist and psychiatrist, and her daughter, Zoe, just opened the urgent care of acne, where a team of licensed technicians will zap that blemish with a shot of low-dose steroids, unclog pores with a salicylic acid peel or a safe extraction, or offer longer term treatments, including prescription Retin-A and Accutane. There’s nothing sterile about the ambiance: It’s colorful, soft, and filled with music. At the end of each session, the team sends you on your way with a piece of chocolate. “I want to debunk the acne myths, like chocolate causes acne,” says Dr. Wechsler. “It doesn’t.” (Treatments start at $100, spotlessclinics.com) —Linda Wells

I don’t need to tell you that we’re living in a world of extremes. It’s true even in the comforting corners of perfumery, with airy body mists on one end of the scale and intense extraits de parfum on the other. They couldn’t be more different. Extraits have the highest concentration of fragrance oils, which gives them complexity, depth, and staying power. They hit you right between the eyes. My new infatuation is Holy Berry from Maison d’Orsay. It’s a milky strawberry with powdery iris and dark, moody oud, a hedonistic stunner. It’s not for introverts or anyone hoping to make a French exit from the holiday party. Wear it, and your presence will be noted. I keep a bottle next to my laptop, and even with the cap firmly in place, I can smell its temptations. ($240, dorsay.us) —Linda Wells