Author Archives: Henna

New Vichy Normaderm Skin Balance

Wearing makeup in the sun is a pain – there’s always sunscreen to layer with it, and on top of that it seems that skin usually gets oilier, especially in the presence of humidity and heat.  With that can come … Continue reading

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New Vita Liberata 10 Minute Tan

I love self-tanner in the summer time.  I don’t bother with it in the winter, but when the weather is warmer, a tan just is a little more forgiving.  It makes everything look toned and skin imperfections just seem to … Continue reading

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Nivea 2-in-1 Moisturizing Primer

For the last little while, Nivea Men’s Aftershave has been a cult product that women have used as primer for their foundation.  Apparently, it absorbed easily and left skin matte and ready for foundation.  Because it was made for men, … Continue reading

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Monika Deol is back with Stellar

If you grew up in the 90’s in Canada, you might have watched Electric Circus with Monika Deol.  Back then, it was a big deal (unusual) to watch someone who is a visible minority host a show on T.V. and … Continue reading

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New Matrix Air Dry Boho Creams

While nothing beats the finished look of blown out hair, it’s air drying that’s making a comeback this season.  Personally, I love the look of blow-drying my hair, but usually I do let it air dry.  Air drying is more … Continue reading

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Nars Sun Wash Diffusing Bronzer

If you’ve been interested in the makeup scene for a while, you’ll be familiar with the iconic Nars Laguna Bronzing Powder.  It was always a little too shimmery for me to use as a contour, but it worked so well … Continue reading

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Summer’s Lightest Body Moisturizer from Deciem

Deciem is a brand known for interesting and effective skincare.  Their products are labelled according to active ingredients, and their packaging is clean and simple. There’s a sense of transparency in the brand that makes me want to try everything … Continue reading

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Rimmel’s New Shake it Fresh Mascara

I love layering mascara, and the perfect one will layer without getting clumpy.  That’s what’s great about Rimmel’s new Shake it Fresh Mascara.  It comes in a tube with a weight inside, so that when you shake the container, the … Continue reading

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Chi Hot Styling Brush

So I finally got my hands on one of those brushes that heats up so you can comb it through your hair and straighten it at the same time. I got the Chi Ellipse Titanium Hot Styling Brush.  It’s hot … Continue reading

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Caryl Baker Visage H2O Restore Collection

I don’t know what is up with this time of year, but my skin has been dryer than ever and it seems that very little is helping it so I’m turning to every moisturizer that I can get my hands on. … Continue reading

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