Category Archives: More Than Beauty

The Best Perfume I Tried in 2024: Perfumehead

2024 was the year of the extrait de parfum. The fragbros have won and brands are listening and offering perfumes in the strongest possible variations. This explains why my favourite perfume discovery of the year hasn’t resulted in me buying … Continue reading

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Chocolatey Winter Treats from Smells to Makeup

Bon Parfumeur 502 Iris Cartagena. Rum and cocoa are whipped together to create a light-as-air concoction. It won’t be sweet enough for some and and the final effect isn’t enough for it to be a gourmand because this doesn’t smell … Continue reading

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Investing in Quality: How the Right Bag Enhances a Woman’s Daily Life

In the vast world of fashion, few items are as essential and universally cherished as the handbag. It’s not just an accessory; it’s a statement, a practical necessity, and, for many women, an extension of their personality. A well-chosen bag … Continue reading

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Food I Ate In Milan

A Milan food photo dump while I stall on my perfume reviews. I mean, I’m sure I ate the same as the next person, but I do always seem to have my phone ready to take a picture.

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Where to Stay if You Go To Esxence

My @esxenceofficial recap continues. I stayed at the Melia Milano, which is the closest 5-star hotel to the venue. It happens to be reasonably priced for a 5-star hotel and is within walking distance from the metro and bus stop. … Continue reading

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What I Packed for Milan for Esxence 2024

It’s kind of like the first few things you grab to pack must be the ones you can’t live without, right? So here’s some skincare that I packed for my trip. Vichy has a new sunscreen out and the texture … Continue reading

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A Late Post: Holt Renfrew Calgary’s Holiday Party

  I went to the holiday beauty event at Holt Renfrew last month, but then I got sick, got busy, and never posted about it! The real celebration is that Maison Francis Kurkdjian perfumes are now available in Calgary, so … Continue reading

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The Best Makeup Bag for Anyone On Your List

Trust me, if I was impressed, anyone on your list will be too. This is the perfect gift for anyone – whether they’re into skincare, beauty, or perfume. This is the cutest makeup bag and came as part of a … Continue reading

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Watier Holiday Gifting

Whether you’re looking for yourself, or for someone in your family, here are a couple of stellar options for the holiday season. First, the Neiges gift set.  The Neiges fragrance is a mix of white florals and clean white musk, … Continue reading

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5 Things to Keep Under Control to Ensure You Don’t Have Breakouts on Your Wedding Day

Acne is something that we want to leave behind in the past as a haunting memory of puberty. Unfortunately, breakouts are persistent little pests that can plague women well into their adult years. In fact, Harvard Health has found that … Continue reading

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