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by: Jane Larkworthy, Editor at Large.

Malin + Goetz is not a Scandinavian architecture firm.

Nor is it an Austrian opera, or a German term used for teaching your new puppy how to fetch. Matthew Malin and Andrew Goetz are two guys who created a brand to give you better skin, make you smell better and add a chic upgrade to your bathroom.

What began in 2004 as a minimalist boutique in New York’s Chelsea neighborhood that offered gentle products for people with sensitive skin has expanded to an internationally recognized and trusted name currently sold in 21 countries. As the brand is about to turn thirteen and open its ninth store (in New York’s Nolita), we posed

Here at Malin+Goetz we pride ourselves on being family owned and from New York City. Since like attracts like, we have had the pleasure of befriending the owners of the Laundress, who are also independently owned and work just a block away from us. Just like Malin+Goetz was created to simplify skincare, The Laundress was founded with the goal of taking the chore out of laundry.

We wanted a chance to share the love of each other’s products with our loyal customers. This month we are delighted to have partnered with them for a fun sampling opportunity. While supplies last, all online orders will come with a bonus sample provided by the Laundress. Enjoy

Matthew and Andrew and their friend John Robshaw share their summer travel tips and essentials.

Shop Matthew and Andrews top picks:

SPF 30 Face Moisturizer: here

Essential Kit: here

Citron Vert EDT: here

By: Erica, National Training Manager

The time has come for…vacation! I’m in Spain to celebrate my birthday and just life in general, and of course, I brought all my Malin+Goetz essentials. Here’s what I packed to keep me cleansed, hydrated and comfy.

• Facial Cleansing Oil: My new favorite! Traveling sucks all the moisture from my skin and throws it off balance. What better way to rehydrate and cleanse than with our emulsifying cleansing oil? The avocado, grapeseed, and olive oil base hydrates, while eucalyptus and lavender kill bacteria and deeply cleanse. My skin is glowing and