‘Tis the season for warm drinks, cozy sweaters, leather boots and the perfect manicure of course! As I was browsing the Essie collection at my local drugstore the other day (a fairly regular occurrence) I decidedly needed a new topcoat. I could not resist the Essie gel setter top coat which boasts two weeks with no chipping….
Get Your Pink On: Beauty for Breast Cancer Awareness
Drybar Hair Products
Full Pint – Medium Round Brush ($50) This ergonomic and lightweight brush is the perfect tool to create loose waves and curls or straighten and add volume for medium length hair. Its ceramic barrel heats up while the bristles smooth hair and adds shine. To take advantage of the brush, there are some simple tricks to…
Hair Cut at Salon Davachi
Not too long ago I attended the media opening of Salon Davachi, a new salon that has joined the Yorkville community on Scollard Avenue. Well, after the event, I booked an appointment to get a haircut. I ended up getting a lot more than that. When I first came in, I was offered a warm beverage,…
Limited Edition Caryl Baker Visage Fall 2015
There are so many Fall collections out already but there are a few that really stand out for me. One of them is the gorgeous limited edition Caryl Baker Visage Fall 2015 “Ritual Beauty” collection as well as the launch of their new Max Lash waterproof mascara. We’ve heard a lot about keratin for stronger…
REVIEW: L’Oréal Colour Riche La Palette Nude 2
I was ecstatic when Elaine asked me to try and review this eye shadow palette from L’Oréal. I was on the lookout for a basic nude eye shadow palette anyway, so the timing was just perfect. L’Oréal Colour Riche La Palette Nude 2 consists of ten highly-pigmented shades, ranging from champagne and pink-based brown hues…
Maybelline New York Lasting Drama Waterproof Gel Pencils
I’m a sucker for winged liner. It makes my eyes the focus of my face, it draws out the shape into something more cat-like, and it’s a classic look. I also have a few constant problems with achieving the perfect winged look: The colour fades over the day. I may start out with a jet…
Favourites from Sally Hansen Miracle Gel and Complete Salon Manicure Collections
I like simplicity, especially when it comes to manicures. Elaborate nail art or professional gels are not my thing. I prefer plain nude or one-colour nails, and I usually do them myself. It’s a very simple procedure that involves a little bit of filing and buffing then applying two coats of nail polish and a…