Author Archives: Henna

Graydon Matcha Mint Shampoo

I’m a huge fan of lines that are #madeinCanada.  From what I’ve seen, they’re often focussed on efficacy and sourcing local ingredients, and it’s better for your community no matter where you are to use products that support the local … Continue reading

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New Vichy Neovadiol Rose Platinum Cream

Vichy’s Neovadiol line is created for women who are menopausal or post-menopausal, because that demographic can have more dry skin and the Neovadiol line is more moisturizing. That said, you don’t have to be menopausal or post-menopausal to enjoy the … Continue reading

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Skinceuticals H.A. Intensifier

Anyone else have a lovely collection of bottles with droppers in their skincare collection.  Usually these are some of my favourite products in my skincare routine because they actually work.  My latest addition is the Skinceuticals’ H.A. Intensifier. As we … Continue reading

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New Maybelline Total Temptation Line

We loved the Gigi x Maybelline collection and now I’m loving their new Total Temptation line – especially the eyeshadow quad.   But first, check out the packaging.  I mean, don’t the peach tones remind you of the blush tones … Continue reading

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Empty: Neostrata Acne Clear Clarifying Solution

Do I use a toner?  I often get asked this.   The answer is yes, I do, but only if I know for sure that there are active ingredients in it, which is why I’ve loved using this NeoStrata Acne … Continue reading

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Rifle Paper Co for L’Occitane

This is the prettiest collection to come out this year – imagine, a collection of seriously moisturizing body products all dressed up in Rifle Paper Co’s signature floral prints. This year, L’Occitane has paired up with the brand to design … Continue reading

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New Marc Jacobs Velvet Noir Major Volume Mascara (Review!)

I first tried this mascara two years ago and loved it then and just now got some more.  I always love going back to mascaras because I want to see if what was good then, still works for me now. … Continue reading

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Kiehl’s Silk Groom

I’ve been using Kiehl’s Silk Groom for about 10 years, and I’m so glad that there’s better packaging now – this used to be in a shampoo-type bottle, but now it’s in a tube which makes it much easier to … Continue reading

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Correctors, Primers, and Skin Perfectors

I’m having a bit of a moment with primers, correctors, and skin perfectors.  I love the idea of them.  Fixing imperfections on your skin before layering on foundation and concealer, so that in theory, you have to use less of … Continue reading

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Fragrance Friday: Viktor & Rolf Flowerbomb

This might just be the perfect scent to wear in the spring. Although the name of the Viktor & Rolf fragrance is Flowerbomb, the perfume actually has a great deal of sweetness in it and a slight amount of floral. … Continue reading

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