February + March Favorites

I completely lost track of time and didn't do my monthly round-up for February, so I'm making up for it with an extra-long post PLUS tons of amazing products I've been loving in February and March.

Boho Maxi

Shake Things Up with Lancome Juicy Shaker

Tinted lip gloss was never my thing…until now. I've always been a lipstick kind of gal: matte, bold and long-lasting. However, I opt for a non-sticky, light gloss in the summer to give my lips a nice glow. Lucky for me, Lancome recently came out with Juicy Shaker, the latest beauty innovation everyone's chatting about, so I gave them a shot!

Naturally Repair Your Locks with Hair Recipes

Do you ever wonder how many chemicals you encounter, either from eating or using certain skincare, makeup or hair products? I'm guilty of this. In fact, I typically gravitate towards artificial scents and never stop to look at ingredients of what I use. However, anytime I am introduced to something organic or natural that is considered to be healthy and good for me, I love to give it a try!

Enter Hair Recipes, a Canadian haircare line uses natural ingredients paired with technology that cleans and refreshes your hair based on the treatment you're looking for.

The Body Shop's British Rose

The Body Shop has new collections for spring/summer and you don't want to miss out on this one! Recently launched, British Rose consists of organic, hand-picked roses that are air-fried and then infused to create a stunning, timeless new line of body care products.

Matte Red for Spring

Happy Spring! This could only mean warmer weather is upon us and of course, nothing makes me more excited.

As a lipstick lover, over the past year I've been trying every liquid lipstick I can get my hands on. Recently Anastasia Beverly Hills sent me a few to try, and ladies, I think we have a winner! The colour is true to the tube, glides on smoothly and instantly mattifies into a beautiful, bold lipstick.

Starting Over with CBC's Canada Reads

At 6-years-old, my parents told me we were moving to Canada. I didn’t really understand what that meant, or even how to pronounce the country. I couldn’t point out North America on a map. I knew that I’d be leaving all my cousins and friends, and that made me sad.

Day Trip to Isla Mujeres in Mexico

Endless Privileges. That's the motto Zoetry Wellness & Spa Resort abides by, and it couldn't be more suitable. We spent a beautiful day in Isla Mujeres and got to experience a whole other side of Mexico.

What's In My Travel Makeup Bag?

I always wonder what other people pack when they travel. Out of everything you have at home, how do you know what to take with you and what to leave behind that you know you won't need? Over the last few years I've done a lot of short-term trips (and a few long ones), so I think I've finally figured out a system that works for me.

James and I went to Mexico a couple of weeks ago, to spend four beautiful days at Secrets Playa Mujeres, an all-inclusive resort just 30 minutes outside of Cancun. I was really impressed with how well our room was stocked, full with shampoo, conditioner, shower gel, and even razors and sunscreen! Stay tuned to hear more on the trip later this week, but here is what I kept in my travel bag for our short but wonderful vacation.

Ready to Face the New Year

Finding Unique Gifts on Kijiji

Every year it's the same deal. James and I get 3-4 gifts for each other for Christmas; while most of them are little stocking stuffer-type items, we get one main gift that's more special, a bit on the pricier side and really something we've been wanting for a while. This time we've decided to shake things up! We are turning to the second-hand economy to find the ultimate gift for each other, and we're sharing our journey with you.

44 Charles: A Metropolitan Dream

Even though I've been working downtown for more than four years (and living in the city for a little over a year), besides my daily work and life routine, it's hard to get out and explore different pockets of Toronto sometimes. Recently James, Frenzi and I were invited to spend 44 hours at 44 Charles Street West in Manulife Centre, a 51-storey commercial and residential tower, right in the heart of Yorkville (corner of Bay and Bloor), and we truly got to experience the fast-paced downtown living that they always talk about in the movies.

Holiday Beauty Gift Guide: Everything Under $100

Oh, Christmas Tree! It's that time of the year again where we chit-chat about fun gift ideas for the beauty lover in your life. I always get excited about making these lists because it's my time to share what I've loved throughout the year that I feel would make an excellent gift for a special someone, a friend or even a family member!

This Holiday Beauty Gift Guide includes five ideas including makeup and skincare items, as well as a special kit that any man would love, and a little something for your furry friend. The best part: everything on this list is under $100! I promise that all items have been tested and I would not be sharing them with you if I didn't love them myself. Here we go!

(Mini) Concrete Jungle

Wow Your Brows with the Benefit Brow Book

We can all agree that our style evolves over time. In highschool I wouldn't leave the house without eyeliner. During my college years I went through a blush phase, where I would apply a dash of pink shimmer to make cheeks glow.

However, a couple of years I came to realize the importance of brows. If your eyebrows are tinted and shaped to frame your face and complement your eyes, you'll look amazing no matter what look you are going for. I can now happily leave the house without any makeup on, as long as my brows are on point.

Goodbye, Beach Days!

Refresh Your Routine for Fall

Earlier this summer I put a pause on some of my skincare staples and decided to wholeheartedly give Refresh Botanicals a try. This organic Canadian skincare brand offers a full line of products that essentially help you relieve, restore and revitalize. I'm happy to announce that I've come on-board as an ambassador and will be sharing my journey with you over the next few months!

Back to School Essentials

There are two types of people in the world: ones that get SUPER excited about going back to school... and then there are those that don't even like it being mentioned! Either way, I think we can all be a little positive and at least enjoy shopping for all new supplies, clothes and beauty products.

I wanted to make the going back-to-school process a little easier by offering one lucky reader a care package courtesy of COVERGIRL, Pantene, Olay, Gillette Venus and Walmart. Keep reading to find out how to can enter to WIN!

The Ten Spot Style Bar at Hudson's Bay Queen Street

You're Invited! Clarisonic Twitter Chat

What are you doing on July 21? Join me as I host another #SonicRevolution Twitter Chat with my friends Clarisonic Canada!