When I was in my early 20’s I thought neutrals were so boring when it came to makeup. I was really into experimenting with “crazy” eye shadow colours and didn’t feel like myself in neutrals. My how times have changed! I’m still willing to try out fun colours but I have really come to appreciate…
Author: Elaine
Elaine Atkins is the founder of Toronto Beauty Reviews, and was editor until 2019. Even as a kid she was always fascinated with beauty and skincare and was often stealing her mom's fashion magazines to read under the covers. Read along to share in her beauty and style journey.
Life Changing Moments
This post was inspired by Clarisonic Life Changers: Moments That Transformed How You See yourself When I was growing up as a little girl I always had a love for fashion and beauty. From playing with my mom’s makeup to sneaking into her closet and wearing her heels, I was a “girly-girl” through and through….
Avène Xeracalm #RelieveMe Movement
This winter has been incredibly harsh. The other day it was -33 degrees Celsius with the wind chill and just stepping outside the door left exposed skin in pain! The solution to staying warm is to not go outside at all. Unfortunately that really isn’t an option for many of us so we layer every…
How To Get Pro Nail Art at Home with Kiss Nails
Nail art doesn’t seem to be going away. More and more talented people are honing their nail art skills through creative designs and patterns. Whether you’re just getting started, like to have some fun with nail art every once in a while, or are already a pro, Kiss Nails does not disappoint when it comes to…
Jane Seymour Open Hearts
Recently Jane Seymour was in town to launch her Open Hearts Jewelry in Canada exclusive to People’s Jeweller’s and I had the opportunity to meet and chat with her about what inspired her beautiful pieces. Jane Seymour has always been an artist and her love of painting has brought her great successes in watercolors and oils. One…
Red Carpet Ready with L’Oreal Paris
The 87th Annual Academy Awards – more lovingly known as The Oscars – is happening this Sunday! Neil Patrick Harris will be hosting and I’m looking forward to seeing how he tops Ellen’s famous selfie from last year. L’Oreal Paris Canada is a sponsor again this year and their gorgeous spokesmodel Julianne Moore is up…
Beating Winter Skin with Miraj Hammam Spa by Caudalie
Man this winter has been brutal hasn’t it? I know we are Canadian and one of our favourite past times in Toronto is complaining about the weather but I really think that we’ve been justified in our complaints the last couple of years! With weather like this our skin takes quite a beating so I…
Saje Natural Wellness is My New Obsession
So many products pass across my desk each day and when I become obsessed with something these days it says a lot! I first introduced you to Saje Natural Wellness with my last minute Christmas gifts post in which I raved about the pocket pharmacy. Since posting about this great little kit ($49.95) it’s been a staple…