I’m so excited to hear about a new Canadian Brand STELLAR Beauty created by the one and only Monika Deol! {STELLAR Beauty – Makeup for Medium Skin Tones} Diversity in Beauty How many of you remember Electric Circus on MuchMusic? I used to watch EC live at night and then again on Sunday morning back in…
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Travel Easily with Cocoon Apothecary
March break kicks off travel season for most people so you’re probably looking for travel-sized products, right? If you’re wanting products made with natural ingredients that are vegan and cruelty-free, check out this Kitchener-based company, Cocoon Apothecary. I have sensitive skin, so whenever I’m approached to try something that’s reportedly designed for sensitive skin, I’m…
Love & Nudes Lingerie
When you hear “nude”, what shade comes to mind? Off white? Light beige? Maybe something with a blush undertone? Well, if you’re a POC like me, then those shades are too light to be considered nude. Unfortunately, many companies continue to market “nude” products, forgetting that so many of us don’t fall into a spectrum…
Marcelle For Thyme Maternity
Canadian brand Marcelle has always been known for their perfume free and hypoallergenic products. When I found out I was expecting it was a pleasant surprise to discover the Marcelle for Thyme Maternity skincare line geared specifically for expecting and new moms! {Marcelle For Thyme Maternity Skin Care} Skin Care Challenges for The Expecting Mom…
Discovering Canadian Brand T Langhans
I am sure that most of us can agree to the fact that we all deserve a spa day now and then. Sometimes you have to book weeks in advance, but wouldn’t it be nice if you could bring the spa to you? You may not have heard of the Canadian, eco-luxury beauty brand T Langhans. It was founded…
Live Clean Argan Oil Collection {Giveaway – CLOSED}
Earlier this year, Sohnee raved about the Live Clean Argan Oil hair collection. Argan oil has been a beauty buzz phrase for a while now. And with good reason! Its known to be an exceptionally moisturizing and nourishing ingredient for both skin and hair! The Live Clean Argan Oil collection is also complete with body wash,…
Pure + Simple Fresh Canadian Brands Event
I was invited to experience Pure + Simple’s Fresh Canadian Brands event and was introduced to new companies that are entering the market. As regular readers of this blog know, we’re huge fans of Pure +Simple! They’ve been my personal choice for facials and skincare products ever since I moved back to Toronto in 2013. As…
A Trip to Parlour Salon
Recently I took a trip to The Beaches – a very popular neighborhood in Toronto that I rarely get to! The purpose of my visit to that end of the city was to check out Parlour Salon and a couple of their signature treatments. {A Trip to Parlour Salon – Beaches Location} I booked an…