New Kiehl’s Cloud Cream

Posted on May 26, 2022 by Henna

Dreaming of fluffy clouds thanks to the new Kiehl’s Midnight Recovery Omega Rich Cloud Cream.

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The texture really is cloud-like and I love that they matched the name to the concept. The cream isn’t too rich and has a slightly sating finish so it’s not too greasy.

If you’re already used the Midnight Recovery Concentrate, you’ll be familiar with the botanical scent thanks to some botanical oils in the formula. I was a huge fan of the Midnight Recovery oil when it first came out, because yes, the scent is comforting and theoil is pretty thin so it absorbs into your skin quickly. I always woke up with glowy skin that wasn’t overly oily which was a nice change for me.

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Charlotte Tilbury Magic Cream Texture

Posted on May 25, 2022 by Henna

TextThat magic cream. I had to show off the Charlotte Tilbury Magic Cream. It’s rich and thick but it melts into your skin. People say that this makes a great primer and I’m sure it does if it can keep flaky skin at bay. I have fairly oily skin but it gets dry when I use my retinol so I use this at night. It has a lovely gardenia scent. I like that too. Really think of it as a luxurious moisturizer.

Have you tried this? What were your thoughts?

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Balanciaga Florabotanica Review

Posted on May 24, 2022 by Henna

TextThe most perfect spring time fragrance. Balenciaga Florabotanica. Easily found online or at the drugstore, this is a garden in the rain with roses, carnations, and greens. It’s cool and intense – sillage and longevity too! It’s almost as good as taking a walk in the rain.. but let’s face it, NOTHING is as good as that. Easy, breezy, loved by many and even office appropriate. It makes me think of careless days, being 4 years old and playing outside. Have you pulled out your spring fragrances yet?

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My favourite Perfumes to Wear at Home

Posted on May 23, 2022 by Henna

What are some of yours? I know many of us are constantly sampling, testing, or wearing our more hard to love numbers, what what’s your pick for comfort or chilling? Just to set the mood for yourself?

Fragrances mentioned:

Katy Perry Indi

Gucci A Winter Melody

Chanel Paris-Venise

Jo Malone Pomegranate Noir

Roger and Gallet Verveine Utopie

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New Favourite Products

Posted on May 23, 2022 by Henna

I haven’t done a favourites video in years, but I thought it was time to bring it back.

https://youtu.be/6XRcmw_B9to

I definitely won’t make one of these every month, but maybe a few times a year?

Here are the things that I’m reaching for.

Trinny London Balm Cleanser

Murad City Skin Age Defense Broad Spectrum SPF 50

The A Method Tranexamic Acid Serum

Charlotte Tilbury Magic Cream, Beautiful Skin Foundation (I’m shade 7 warm),

Boscia Vitamin C with Caviar Lime

Boscia 0.6% Pro-Retinol @moogooskincare.ca products. (https://amzn.to/3xMx8ms)

Bare Minerals Pressed Translucent Setting Powder (from @shoppersdrugmart)

I hope you enjoyed this video! Let me know if you have tried any of these and what you think!

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Physican’s Formula Diamond Melt-allic Liquid Eyeshadow

Posted on May 23, 2022 by Henna

Dragonfly eyeshadow today… I was tempted to take it all the way up to the eyebrows just for the ‘gram but I had a brunch to go afterwards and I didn’t want to look like an influencer.

Physician’s Formula Diamond Melt-allic liquid eyeshadow actually goes on pretty subtle and is totally wearable. This is your basic liquid eyeshadow and it dries to a long-wear finish. I like it for dressing up and going out.

What do you think, would you wear it? I’m wearing the purple duo-chrome shade on my eyelids and I love it. Purple just makes brown eyes pop a little bit more.

And yes, I almost got blinded taking those selfies in full sunlight but the eyeshadow just wasn’t showing up otherwise.

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New Products from Aveeno, Mineral Fusion, and Boscia Eye Masks

Posted on May 23, 2022 by Henna

TextA few things that I’ve been trying out. First of all, this Aveeno collection of skincare.

Smooth and light from beginning to end. I’m such a sucker for a gel cream because of that smooth texture. I’m using this in the morning under my sunscreen. The cleanser is non-foaming and very gentle. Not great for removing makeup but if you don’t wear makeup then this is a good one.

Boscia under eye masks. There microcrystal mask pricks your skin and dissolves in it delivering skincare benefits along the way. Yes, it really works but you have to leave it on for 2 hours. That’s a long time, but overnight is even better. I can’t leave them on overnight, but I’ll throw them on while I’m watching Netflix.

Mineral Fusion Nail Polishes. I like them but the brush is super annoying. The formula is definitely long-wearing and I noticed that I had very little chipping even when I wore the black colour. Of course, I always use a primer and a top coat. The light pink shade Is called Sweet Dreams and it’s the most perfect pink ever.

Have you tried any of these?

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Empties: Bumble and Bumble, Murad, Strivectin, Ameliorate, Nars

Posted on May 23, 2022 by Henna

TextThere’s rain coming today 🌧

I will always love rain.

Ok, things I finished. The best foot cream. I am definitely going to get this again. I got it from LookFantastic.ca. If you shop there, tell me what you get so I can get free shipping.

A couple of things from Bumble and Bumble and I know people asked me about them. The Post-Workout spray is amazing and I use it after working out. You spray on sweaty hair and kind of just let it set. You could blow-dry or heat style after if you needdd to.

The Blonde Shampoo is ok. It makes my hair so shiny and I think it would be great for blonde hair because it would get any build-up out and just make highlights brighter.

Murad Intense Recovery Cream. This is the second jar I’ve gone through and it is so nice. It melts into an oil in your hands.

Favourite sunscreen from Strivectin. Vitamin C and Sunscreen in a jar. Love it.

Nars lipgloss… I’ve gone through at least 1 a month, which lets me make room for new lipgloss or balm. This one was nice and not sticky.

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Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk and Pillow Talk Intense Lipsticks

Posted on May 23, 2022 by Henna

Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk and Pillow Talk Medium lipsticks.

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So many brown women have told me that the regular Pillow Talk washes them out, but it’s actually pretty close to my natural lip colour so I like it. The Medium shade is more mature-looking on me. I might wear it if I want to feel dressed up but otherwise… no.

The finish is satiny, verging on matte. They both go on very creamy and are easy to apply. There’s no taste which is another plus. These are definitely staying in my makeup stash for now.

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Valentino Donna Born in Roma Review

Posted on May 23, 2022 by Henna

This is one of my most-saved Instagram posts, so I guess this review really piqued people’s interests, and they’re probably going to go to the counters to smell it now.

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I got gifted this bottle of Valentino Born in Roma, and I’ve been delaying wearing it. I’ve sprayed it on paper, and kind of thought about it here and there, but I just couldn’t bring myself to wear it. I tried it on a sweater, and then had to change my clothes because I couldn’t stand this. I sprayed on a scent strip again, and it gave me a head-ache so I had to throw it in the garbage, and I still couldn’t get rid of the scent. I really wanted to give it a fair chance this weekend, but Born in Roma is just so syrupy sweet, with that generic sweet base note that all perfumes seem to have these days.

Apparently, the notes include black pepper, blackcurrant, and jasmine but I couldn’t make out much other than the syrupy sweet vanilla. Maybe this would appeal to someone younger, or someone who is anosmic or not as sensitive to those base notes, but I can’t wear it and I don’t think I’d like to smell it on anyone else either.

We will see… maybe I’ll put it on my desk next week and see if anyone tries it on or asks for a decant.

Anyway, what do I know. An SA told me that this is a best-seller.

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