Monthly Archives: January 2018

Vichy LiftActiv UV

Day creams need to have SPF – it really kills 2 birds with 1 stone because you can moisturize and protect your skin without too much trouble.  I mean, do we really want to moisturize and then add more product … Continue reading

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Skincare from Rocky Mountain Soap Company

Have you heard of this phenomenon called bedside table skincare?  Or nightstand skincare?  Really, the idea is that even if you’re too lazy to wash your face at the sink, and you just want to hop into bed because you’re … Continue reading

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Jo Malone Jasmine and Mint Cologne

@JoMaloneLondon makes some of nicest most wearable colognes.  They are unique and light enough to wear every day. How can I describe Jasmine and Mint Cologne? It doesn’t smell like Jasmine and it doesn’t smell like Mint. More like a … Continue reading

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Kiehl’s Product Reviews

I must admit that I’m going through an @KiehlsCanada  phase right now. I’m smitten with a few of their products and I can’t get enough of the brand – and If you’re unfamiliar with this line, know that it was a … Continue reading

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Clinique Pore Refining Solutions Instant Perfector

I’ve been a longtime fan of @clinique for my skin, and one of the products that I love is their Pore Refining Solutions Instant Perfector, which isn’t exactly for making my pores smaller, but more for making them look invisible. … Continue reading

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Peter Thomas Roth Cucumber Gel Masque

A mask for those of us who sometimes have troublesome skin.  If you’ve spent too much time in the sun, the cold, the smog or with your exfoliator, then this is for you.We start then, with a mask that’s not … Continue reading

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Brushes to Use With Your Mineral Makeup

Changes are that if you haven’t tried mineral makeup already, you will in the next year, and that means that if you don’t own some already, you will, and then you’ll wonder how you can put it on properly. The … Continue reading

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Chanel No 5 Body Cream

Let’s not lie.  We all love a few luxury beauty products.  As much as it’s thrilling to find out that a drugstore mascara is awesome, a luxe item from the department store can feel like a good investment because you’re … Continue reading

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8 Products I Loved in 2017

I love the New Year.  I don’t think so much about what I “accomplished” but more about the memories I made.  More than anything else, my goal last year and this year was to put 100% into home life and … Continue reading

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Givenchy Lunar New Year 2018 Collection

Packaging that makes you say “wow!” Givenchy’s Lunar New Year 2018 collection has the most beautiful packaging – red with gold blossoms on it.  The lipstick cover is adorned in real printed leather, but the loose powder has a lid … Continue reading

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