Category Archives: Skin Care

Skincare’s New Trend: Melting Cleansers

By now, you’ve already heard about oil cleansers but my latest find is Melting Cleansers too.  Below, I’ve shown one by Roger and Gallet, and another by Algenist.  You can find melting cleansers by Ole Henrikson, Goop, Omorovicza, and even … Continue reading

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Boscia Fruit Acid Smoothing Foot Peel

I’ve used these famous Boscia foot peels so many times, but the last time I was getting them at Shoppers Drug Mart, the lady at the checkout told me not to throw them away after using because there’s enough solution … Continue reading

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Mineral vs. Chemical Sunscreen

Last year, I asked people if they really cared whether they used mineral or chemical sunscreen, and I had 18 Yes, and 24 No. This year, I asked the question again, and I had almost the same number voting, (a … Continue reading

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Moisturizers!

A stack of moisturizers that I have on rotation.  Have you tried any of these? What do you think? I like having a few things on the go because then I can reach for what my skin needs on that … Continue reading

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Tatcha The Kissu Lip Mask

When Tatcha’s The Kissu Lip Mask first came out last fall, it sold out right away. Tatcha is becoming known for their skincare products and when you launch a lip mask before the cold winter months, people are going to … Continue reading

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Boscia Vitamin C and Vichy LiftActiv Anti-aging Cream

A dynamic duo. If you’re looking for an easy peasy morning routine, this is it: Boscia Vitamin C with Vichy spf 30 “Anti-aging Cream”. I always use vitamin C in my daytime routine. It’s an antioxidant so it prevents environmental … Continue reading

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Favourite Moisturizers: Lightest to Heaviest

These are amazing moisturizers from lightest to heaviest. ⠀ Starting on the left: Aveeno Calm+Restore Oat Gel moisturizer has a super slippery texture and lovely finish. It’s the lightest of the bunch and great for all skin types, but very … Continue reading

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Antipodes Divine Facial Oil

Facial products that smell good > any others. (Apologies if you are allergic to scents). This Antipodes Divine Facial Oil smells of jasmine, orange and ylang ylang. It’s a blend of Rosehip and Avocado oils that’s so nourishing. Hot tip: … Continue reading

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Aveeno Calm and Restore Collection

I’ve using this @aveenoca Calm and Restore line and I’ll tell you that this cleanse is a cross between Cerave and the Fresh Soy Cleanser, so if that’s your jam, get it. I like to use it in the morning … Continue reading

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Vitamin C Serum

I had a few questions about picking up a serum so I went through these: Vichy Liftactivv peptide-C Ampules, Boscia Vitamin C, XO Treatment Room Heavy C, Vivier Skin C E Peptides serum, and Cerave Vitamin C Serum. These are … Continue reading

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