Category Archives: Skin Care
Ren Evercalm Overnight Recovery Balm
I got a peel a couple of months ago, and for about a week, this Ren Evercalm Overnight Recovery Balm was just about the only thing I could use. It has arnica to sooth and glycerine to attract moisture. The … Continue reading
Favourite Body Products
Things I like to use on my body these days:⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Bondi Sands gradual self-tanning lotion. Not very moisturizing, but I love that glow, and I use this every other day. Does it smell? Yes, as the colour develops it does, … Continue reading
Sunscreens in Rotation: Ombrelle, Vichy, and Aveeno
Three sunscreens I’ve had on rotation for the past week. Aveeno Sensitive Skin sunscreen is a thick mineral formula that is so gentle on the face. If your skin is sensitive, this won’t be as ouchy, but yikes the white … Continue reading
Strivectin Advanced Retinol Nightly Renewal Moisturizer
The latest retinol-containing moisturizer from Strivectin is here and I’ve been using it for the past few months. The main thing to know is that it’s super gentle and moisturizing. It has two forms of retinoid in it: retinol and … Continue reading
Empties: Fresh Beauty Sugar Lip Balm
Do you know these? The bougie lip balm that started it all. @freshbeauty Sugar lip balm was probably the first lip balm I bought from Sephora over 10 years ago and I’m still using it. It comes in lots of … Continue reading
La Roche-Posay Anthelios Ultra-Fluid Lotion SPF 50 for Body Review.
⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Ultra-fluid means ultra-runny, which means that this is one watery sunscreen. And I don’t mean that it’s bad! It’s clear and very easy to rub into your skin, but when you first pour it out, you’ll notice that you … Continue reading
Live Clean Cannabis Collection
Not a review, but these days I’m testing out Live Clean’s new Cannabis Sativa line of products, which includes a Shampoo, Conditioner, and Body Wash. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ It doesn’t smell like cannabis. $7.99 at Shoppers Drug Mart, Well.ca, and Amazon.ca.
Hank Skincare
Here’s one for the men – not that they’re excluded from everything else, but what I mean is here’s a brand that’s made with men in mind. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Hank Skincare is a skincare brand with men in mind, but instead … Continue reading
Weekend Skincare Edit
A weekend #shelfie. This is a really tight edit of skincare I could use for a while and get great results. The cleanser is Strivectin Gel Cushion Cleanser and I had forgotten how much I like it. It’s a great … Continue reading
Neutrogena UltraSheer Face Sunscreen
I know that some of you prefer a thicker cream when it comes to sunscreen. They can feel more hydrating and give you more control over how much and where you’re applying. If that’s you, try the Neutrogena Ultra-Sheer SPFs … Continue reading