This week I'm obsessed with... Rodial Snake Oxygenating & Cleansing Bubble Sheet Mask!

Rodial Snake Oxygenating & Cleansing Bubble Sheet Mask - 8 masks - $78 - a detoxifying and deep cleansing bamboo-charcoal infused fibre sheet mask that's enriched with O2 bubbles to oxygenate while removing dirt, dead skin cells and excess oil, revealing a brighter-looking, refreshed complexion; purifying bamboo charcoal to deeply cleanse and unclog pores for fresher, smoother looking skin; hyaluronic acid to plump and moisturize; a rich blend of collagen, ceramide, vitamins A & E and peptides leave it revitalized; and Syn-Ake Dipeptide which helps to freeze the appearance of lines and wrinkles.

I love the tingle - if I'm going to use something that claims to be deep cleansing the tingle helps me believe it's really working!

Available at Murale stores across Canada and online at murale.ca.

- Lisamarie -

Eye Love Wednesday - black liquid liners from Juice Beauty, Beautycounter and Quo

Juice Beauty Phyto-Pigments Liquid Line & Define - $30 - an intense black liquid eyeliner made with certified organic ingredients and plant-derived phyto-pigments that features a long-wear and smudge-proof formula for dramatic results without carbon black, coal tar and synthetic dyes. Defines eyes with an easy-to-use tip that provides precision and flexibility to let you design your favorite line, thick or thin.

Available at Murale stores across Canada.

Beautycounter Precision Liquid Eyeliner - $36 - offers easy, precise application and a rich matte-black, long-wearing formula that lasts up to 12 hours and is perfect for creating everything from thin, sharp lines to thick, dramatic wings.

Available online and through independent consultants - check out www.beautycounter.com for more info.

Quo Art Of Lining Power Brush Tip Liquid Liner - $12 - with a long lasting, silky matte finish formula and a thicker tip, it's easy to create lines from simple to dramatic.

Available exclusively at Shoppers Drug Mart stores across Canada.

- Lisamarie -

The Better Skin Co. Better Skin Amaze Balm

The Better Skin Co. Better Skin Amaze Balm - 60ml - $36 - with an ultra-rich texture that nourishes skin thanks to a formula packed full of  oils including coconut, avocado, sunflower, evening primrose and sea buckthorn to create a silky-smooth finish along with shea butter, lanolin and beeswax that create a creamy consistency skin will love.

What I love most is the scent - grapefruit - it's a little too rich for my combination skin during the day but is a fabulous night cream especially for skin that has spent the day exposed to a little too much sun or wind!

Available exclusively at Murale stores across Canada and online at beautyBOUTIQUE.ca.

- Lisamarie -

Get skin that glows with Rodial Vit C Brightening!

Rodial introduces a line of super luminous products - Vit C Brightening - infused with highly concentrated actives that retexture and revitalize skin to reveal a smoother, brighter and youthful complexion!

Rodial Vit C Brightening Mask - 50ml - $110 - a lightweight gel mask that gives dull skin a youthful looking luminosity. Infused with 5% pure vitamin C - to boost luminosity, smooth and reduce the appearance of wrinkles and age spots to even skin tone; a blend of 10% exfoliating fruit AHAs - to boost moisture levels and gently exfoliate resurfacing the complexion to reveal glowing skin; glycolic and lactic acid - to  retexture and renew skin; and pomegranate extract - an anti-aging antioxidant that protects skin.

Rodial Vit C Energising Face Mask - 4 x 20ml - $60 -  Korean bio-cellulose masks chock full of ingredients to reveal brighter, younger looking skin including: vitamin C - boosts luminosity and evens skin tone; vitamin B3 - reduces the appearance of fine lines; amino acids - energizes and smoothes the skin for a youthful looking complexion; hyaluronic acid - increases moisture levels in the skin; and green tea - soothes and calms the complexion.

Rodial Vit C Brightening Cleanser - 135ml - $65 - an intensive, non-abrasive daily gel facial cleanser that improves skin texture and brightens the complexion with a complex combination of vitamin C - brightens and evens skin tone; fruit AHAs - increases moisture absorption and gently exfoliates; glycolic and lactic acid - retextures and renews skin; and blood orange water - antioxidant and anti-free radical to purify pores - for skin that is more even toned and brighter with a more refined complexion providing a youthful glow.

Rodial Vit C Brightening Cleansing Pads - 50 pads - $56 - gives skin a shot of glow serum whilst resurfacing and retexturising the face with deep cleansing pads that brighten skin with a formulation of pure vitamin C - brightens and evens skin tone; 1% fruit AHAs - boosts moisture levels in the skin and gently exfoliates; glycolic and lactic acid - retextures and renews skin; 0.5% salicylic acid - refines pores to reduce and prevent blemishes

Available now at Murale stores across Canada.

- Lisamarie -

The Organic Pharmacy Self Tan

Ready to shake off your winter pallor? Get radiant looking skin the natural way with:

The Organic Pharmacy Self Tan - 100ml - $92 - a smooth, coconut scented moisturizing self-tanner that delivers an even, radiant and gorgeous glow to the face and body.

The natural-looking colour comes from sugar beet sourced DHA to deliver a fast, natural and uniform tan - in a gentle, hydrating, gluten-free formula that is suitable for all skin types and is packed with nurturing 80% organic, skin-soothing ingredients including:
aloe vera - for moisture;
sesame seed oil;
jojoba - moisturizes dehydrated skin as it prevents moisture loss;
coconut oil - keeps moisture sealed in and promotes skin elasticity;
shea butter - provides essential fatty acids and nutrients to restore smoothness to rough and dry skin;
and essential oils - to soothe, nourish and protect skin - to leave skin with a luminous year-round glow.

Available exclusively at Murale stores across Canada.

- Lisamarie -

Sleep your skin beautiful with Natura Bisse Diamond Extreme Night Dual Treatment!

Natura Bisse Diamond Extreme Night Dual Treatment - a two-phase overnight treatment that teams up the restorative, nourishing and revitalizing power of these two products:

Diamond Extreme Oil - 30ml - $211 - made up of bio-mimetic skin oils which are a fusion of powerful, highly nourishing antioxidant oils including chia oil, amaranth, calendula and carrot - masterfully combined to give skin a very high degree of hydration, suppleness and luminosity; punicic acid (omega 5) - a new super antioxidant extracted from pomegranate seeds that has an extraordinary ability to fight free radicals and prevent the loss of elasticity and skin aging; epidermal renewal complex - reinforces skin's barrier and improves the appearance of expression lines and wrinkles, while stimulating collagen production and cellular renewal; progerin reducer complex - obtained from seaweed, it acts as a protective shield for the skin and helps keep the levels of proteins that cause aging low; and vitamins E and F - combine antioxidant power with intense moisturizing action, which improves skin's resistance to external aggressors.

Massage into the face, neck and decollete and follow with an even layer of: 

Diamond Extreme Mask - 75ml - $145 - with a retinol formula that has a deep, lasting effect which in addition to accelerating cellular renewal, increases the production of collagen and elastin, helps fill in wrinkles and improves hydration with an exclusive marine DNA concentrate from Pacific salmon that acts as a dermal shield, repairing, firming and energize skin - able to absorb 10,000 times its weight in water, it noticeably preserves hydration; niacinamide - hydrates, reinforces the skin's barrier and stimulates the skin’s cellular metabolism, in addition to helping prevent the appearance of dark spots; hyaluronic acid - a powerful moisturizer that makes skin supple and softens the appearance of expression lines; copper peptides - act on fibroblasts to increase collagen and elastin synthesis, revealing skin that is much firmer and more supple; and edelweiss - the snow flower, protects skin against free radicals and stimulates the regeneration of skin cells, slowing the appearance of the signs of aging.

Use the combo 2-3 times a week and look forward to waking up to completely renewed, brighter glowing skin!

Available exclusively at Murale stores across Canada.

- Lisamarie -

Juice Beauty Green Apple Brightening Essence

Juice Beauty Green Apple Brightening Essence - 120ml - $44 - a hydrating essence that visibly soothes, refines and balances moisture for a brighter, more luminous and smoother complexion.

The formula contains zanthoxylum fruit and tamarind seed - to help soothe the skin while the green apple cocktail of age defying malic acid, alpha lipoic, CoQ10 and DMAE - help improve skin texture and clarity.

Essences are confusing - are they a serum? Or are they a moisturizer? Actually neither, think of them more like a toner but rather then rubbing it over and off your face you want to press it into the skin with either your fingers or a cotton pad - follow up with your serum and/or moisturizer and enjoy your brighter skin!

Available now at Murale stores across Canada.

- Lisamarie -

Rodial Bee Venom Body Serum

Rodial Bee Venom Body Serum - 200ml - $78 - an advanced performance lightweight body serum that helps nourish and lift the appearance of skin with slow release, highly concentrated retinol - that also resurfaces and improves skin texture while bee venom melittin peptide - plumps and firms the skin for a more youthful appearance - for skin that feels instantly hydrated, irresistibly soft and is left with a lingering scent of uplifting soft rose and honey.

What makes this especially great for summer is the texture - which is soft and light, nobody wants heavy creams gunking up their skin when it's hot outside - and since it is hot so you're showing more skin, it's nice to use a product that will help with the lift and texture of what you are showing off!

Available now at Murale stores across Canada and online at beautyBOUTIQUE.ca.

- Lisamarie -

Lipstick Queen Mornin' Sunshine Lipstick - with swatches!

Lipstick Queen Mornin' Sunshine Lipstick - $33 - light up your face and your life with this sunny yellow lipstick that transforms before your eyes - it works with your pH to turn it into your own unique shade ranging from an uplifting coral to edible watermelon - and packed with vitamin E and sunflower oil, it's as hydrating as it is fun!

From yellow to this beautiful coral on me - love it!

Available at Murale stores across Canada.

- Lisamarie -

Rodial Baking Powder & Baking Brush

Rodial Baking Powder - 4g - $39 -  a rich, multi-use powder that blends effortlessly on the skin to leave a silky smooth matte finish that lasts without caking that is ideal for baking concealer, setting makeup and reducing shine. It has a semi-transparent texture that reflects light, while soft-focus spherical powders give a smooth airbrushed look for a matte finish without a chalky texture.
 
It's easy to use - just dust over foundation for a flawlessly set look, build as desired to use for baking or lightly brush over areas for a perfected suede matte finish.

For best results use it with the Rodial Baking Brush - $46 - with densely packed bristles which are tailored for applying and dusting away ‘baked’ powder, leaving a seamless even finish.

Available now at Murale stores across Canada.

- Lisamarie -

Bring dry hair back to life with Phyto Phytoelixir!

Phyto now has a way to give  ultra-dry hair the moisture and nourishment it's been craving thanks to it's new Phytoelixir line - which offers multi-benefits for needy hair - it hydrates and improves elasticity; nourishes and strengthens; and replenishes and protects - to repair and leave ultra-dry and damaged hair luxuriously soft and beautiful.

Available in the collection:

Subtle Oil Intense Nutrition - 75ml - $45 - a luxurious, renewal pre-shampoo oil with a fine, lightweight and easy-to-rinse, 98% natural and botanical formula that effortlessly penetrates into each strand.

Super rich in Vitamin E and ultra- nourishing egg yolk which blends with camellia and karanja oils to regenerate and protect the hair fiber from external aggressors for hair that feels immediately replenished and its original softness, elasticity and shine are restored.

Intense Nutrition Shampoo - 200ml - $30 - with a sulfate-free, gentle foaming formula that renews ultra-dry hair.

Narcissus flower wax is blended with encapsulated macadamia oil along with saponaria extract to replenish essential lipids and immediately transform hair and leave it soft, supple and hydrated with new radiance and the promise of long-lasting results.

Cleansing Care Cream - 75ml - $30 - a super concentrated, non-lathering cream that gently cleanses the hair and scalp while infusing hair with an unprecedented dose of care to give ultra-dry, impossibly thick hair with instant nourishment gratification.

It features narcissus flower to immerse hair in nourishment, softness and total beauty and works in tandem with lipid-rich, encapsulated macadamia oil designed to optimize continuous release of the essential lipids to the hair and provides long-lasting anti-dryness protection leaving hair incredibly soft and supple without the need to condition after.

Intense Nutrition Mask - 200ml - $54 - an indulgently rich mask that melts into a luxurious hair rescuer that transforms even the driest, most porous hair but is light enough that even the finest hair can use it too.

With a nutrient rich formula that includes narcissus flower wax, a beauty powerhouse envelops hair in prodigious nourishment while fatty acid rich macadamia oil replenishes hair lipids with the promise of new suppleness and radiance. It's encapsulated in chronospheres designed to offer continuous release to the hair, protecting it against the recurring drying-out process for hair that is  infinitely soft to the touch and totally manageable.

Available now at Murale and beautyboutique.ca.

- Lisamarie -

Eve Lom Tinted Kiss Mix - with swatches!

Eve Lom Tinted Kiss Mix - 7ml - $33 - in 3 shades: Cheeky - berry, Demure - nude, Lippy - pink -  that along with a subtle hint of colour, deliver an instant cooling, invigorating and plumping effect with a luxuriously moisturizing formula fortified with amino and palmitic acid - to deliver long-lasting moisture; a triple firming agent to stimulate collagen; and beeswax - to deeply nourish. and soothe.

Demure

 I love the creamy delicate texture, subtle sheen and the light tingling effect but most of all I love the minty taste, now instead of just chewing off my lipstick during the day which is a normal thing for me, I get to freshen my breath at the same time!

Available at Murale stores across Canada.

- Lisamarie -

Portable beauty - Tweezerman Curl & Go Eyelash Curler

Tweezerman Curl & Go Eyelash Curler - $27 - a unique travel friendly curler with folding handles that provides maximum control and comfort in a portable design to create naturally beautiful, long-lasting curl on the go. The silicone lash pad is thick and round to form an intense curl without creasing lashes - and three replacement pads are included. Ideal for purse, travel and makeup bags - and of course it's pink, what more do you need?!

Available now at Murale stores across Canada.

- Lisamarie -

Paul & Joe A Stroll in the Park in Paris Fall 2016 Collection

A Stroll in the Park in Paris is the latest Limited Edition Collection by Paul & Joe - inspired by colourful autumns in Paris. From the natural breeze to the yellow and red leaves that adorn the streets in Paris, this collection evokes feelings of nostalgia and romance. An array of nude & neutral shades accentuate the elegant colours of the season, perfect for an autumn stroll.

Cheek Color CS - $48.00 - with a precise combination of light, dark and pearl in 2 shade combinations: Chill in the Air (105) - cheery coral orange to replicate the look of cheeks blushed by the brisk fall air and Petit Promenade (106) - romantic pink, reminiscent of glowing cheeks on an autumn promenade - to create an exquisite nuance and radiant glow. And what can I say about the cat-shaped cheek colours except adorable!

Eye Color CS - $26 - with three gradient shades inspired by autumn leaves turning red and yellow throughout the season: Les Feuilles Mortes (102) - muted yellows embodying the yellowing of leaves for a nostalgic look; September Song (103) - romantic blush shades reminiscent of autumn leaves; A Stroll In the Park (104) - ombre greens associated with the fresh autumn breeze and crisp green leaves. With a formula containing jojoba oil allowing the rich colour pigments to firmly adhere to eyelids for smooth long lasting colour, orange flower, rosa roxburghii fruit extract and sodium hyaluronate - to moisturize, white lily extract - to prevent irritation and refining colour pigments with silicon - to help keep its beautiful finish without dulling.

Lipstick Refill CS - $21 - in 3 shades: Autumn Sun (099) - calming orange reflecting the warm fall sunlight, Kiss in the Park (100) – juicy plum red inspired by the season’s fully ripened fruits and Snuggle Up (101) – warm beige highlighting the coziness of fall. With lots of moisturizing ingredients including cocoa seed butter, jojoba seed and lavender oil, orange flower water and white lily extract.

Lipstick Case CS - $7 - in 3 patterns: 034 – with pale muted fall colors, 035 – playful and glittering to bring warmth to the chilliest of fall days and 036 – a blooming design with a hint of sparkle for a cheery pick-me-up.

Dry, chapped hands are kept at bay this fall with the new PAUL & JOE Hand Cream I and II. The oil rich formulations leave hands supple, smooth and moist from within. Highly penetrative ingredients quickly absorb into skin and water-retaining oil seals in luscious moisture leaving hands hydrated for hours.

Hand Cream I - $17 - contains moisturizing jojoba oil, lavender honey, matricaria flower extract and sodium hyaluronate. With the scent of sweet rose, hands smell refreshed while leaving skin silky and free of any stickiness.

Hand Cream II - $17 - contains moisturizing jojoba oil, rosa centifolia flower water, rose honey and sodium hyaluronate. The Floral Fruity scent will evoke warmth throughout the brisk autumn season.

Available now for a limited time at beautyBOUTIQUE.ca and at the below Shoppers Drug Mart beautyBOUTIQUE and Murale locations:

Toronto/GTA, ON:

2223 Bloor Street West
5576 Yonge Street
2345 Yonge Street
9350 Yonge Street
Hillcrest Mall, Richmond Hill
220 Yonge Street
Toronto Eaton Center
Marie Labatte Rd –CF Shops at Don Mills (Murale)

Montreal, QC:

1122 Rue Sainte Catherine Ouest
1 Place Ville Marie (Murale)

Ottawa, ON:

50 Rideau Street, Rideau Centre

Vancouver, BC:

748 Burrard Street
 3020 West Broadway
6060 Minoru Boulevard, Richmond Centre
West 41St Avenue, Oakridge Mall (Murale)

Calgary, AB:

6455 Macleod Trails South Unit 24, Chinook Mall

Rocky View, AB:

Crossiron Blvd, Crossiron Mills Outlet Mall

St. John’s, NL:

390 Topsail Rd

- Lisamarie -

Lipstick Queen Eden Lipstick - with swatches!

Lipstick Queen Eden Lipstick - $32 - the perfect red lipstick that brightens the complexion while suiting every age, style and skin tone thanks of the fruity, apple red pigments and an ultra-subtle green shimmer to  create a magical, holographic effect on the lips.

The colour is fabulous and feels great on too - with a moisturizing formula of nourishing mango seed, sunflower seed and olive oils along with shea butter, while a high dose of anti-oxidant vitamin E adds protective and repairative properties.

Available now at Murale stores across Canada.

- Lisamarie -

This week I'm obsessed with... Skin Authority Beauty Infusion Turmeric & Blueberry Brightening!

Skin Authority Beauty Infusion Turmeric & Blueberry Brightening - 30ml - $69 - concentrates the power of curcumin found in turmeric and antioxidants extracted from blueberry to help fade the appearance of dark spots and discolouration. the formula also contains abyssinian, meadowfoam, avocado, jojoba and vitamin E - and is super light so can easily be used under your regular moisturizer and you won't even know it's there!

Part of the new Skin Authority Beauty Infusion Collection that infuses ancient Ayurvedic inspired base formulas with targeted natural actives to transform the healthy appearance of skin without the use of parabens, dyes, fragrances or animal testing. Other infusions available include:

Quinoa & Avocado Hydrating - concentrates the power of quinoa protein and avocado oil to reduce the appearance of fine lines and make skin feel more hydrated and smooth.

Swertia Chirata Anti-Aging - concentrates pure actives from the Himalaya native swertia chirata to help improve the look of photo aged skin, vertical wrinkles, lip contour wrinkles and roughness.

Probiotics Clarifying - concentrates the power of friendly bacteria to help increase skin clarity, normalize pH balance and combat the appearance of inflammation, dry patches, rosacea, breakouts and large pores.

Available now at Murale stores across Canada.

- Lisamarie -

StriVectin Advanced Retinol Pore Refiner

StriVectin Advanced Retinol Pore Refiner - 50ml - $109 - a daily, lightweight lotion that hydrates skin while instantly reducing the appearance of enlarged pores and refining texture for a smooth, even complexion.

the formula contains retinol, known to help improve cell turnover in skin, to leave pores visibly tighter and less noticeable. While patented NIA-114 technology nourishes the moisture barrier to provide visible age fighting efficacy as it limits the sensitivity common to retinol use. The powerfully effective blend purifies and refines both skin tone and texture, while delivering superior age fighting benefits for skin that is left looking mattified, fresher and more youthful.

Products for pores can be frustrating, most of them seem to be aimed towards young, acne prone skin, and contain ingredients - AKA - too much alcohol - that older skin might not appreciate - in this case though the retinol - makes it a great product for skin of all ages!

Available now at Murale stores across Canada and online at murale.ca.

- Lisamarie -

This week I'm obsessed with... Foreo ISSA Hybrid!

Foreo ISSA Hybrid - $229 - in four colours: Black, Cobalt Blue, Lavender and Mint - with all the wonderfulness of the original ISSA's soft, gentle silicone bristles for the gum area - along with the added benefit of PBT polymer bristles on the inner segment of the brush head to cover the surface area of the teeth for a more vigorous brushing experience while still remaining gentle on the gums - making it great for those looking for extra whitening or dealing with plaque build-up.

Even if you regularly use an electric toothbrush, you will find this a very different experience that features sonic pulse technology - with bristles that channel 11,000 high-intensity pulsations per minute making for extremely effective cleaning; with a 3D flexible brush head that helps to reach every crevice in the mouth, plus silicone and PBT polymer bristles that harbour less bacteria thanks to their natural properties and have strong resistance making them durable so the brush head lasts up to 6 months - and it's 100% waterproof, with a sealed charging port so you can even use it in the shower for that all important multi-tasking!

It's easy to use with 8 intensities that you can increase or decrease for maximum comfort and it will remember your preferred setting when you turn it back on; has an integrated timer - pulsations with pause every 30 seconds to indicated when you should move to the next quadrant of the mouth and turn itself off after 3 minutes to prevent overuse and lasts up to 365 uses per full charge making it perfect for travel!

Available now at Murale stores across Canada and online at www.murale.ca.

- Lisamarie -

StriVectin Multi-Action Restorative Cream

StriVectin Multi-Action Restorative Cream - 90ml - $95 - a multi-tasking moisturizer that does it all, addressing the 12 visible signs of aging:

Fine Lines;
Wrinkles;
Density;
Firmness;
Sagging;
Texture;
Dehydration;
Dullness;
Discolouration;
Clarity;
Resilience;
and Enlarged Pores.

Thanks to patented NIA-114 technology, the formula replenishes and strengthens the moisture barrier to diminish water loss and maintain hydration levels, optimizing skin performance to fortify against future aging and appear renewed, healthier and more youthful while the Pro-12 Youth Optimizing Complex containing renewing tripeptides - to promote skin firmness and elasticity; collagen enhancers - to renew and diminish the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles; and hyaluronic acid booster - to promote the skin's natural hyaluronic acid to plump - this multi-benefit anti-aging cream initiates a cascade of revitalizing effects in skin.

Available now at Murale stores across Canada and online at www.murale.ca.

- Lisamarie -

This week I'm obsessed with... The Knot Dr. PhD Hybrid Styler!

The Knot Dr. PhD Hybrid Styler - $24 - in four shades: Ebony Cabernet, Ebony Sharkskin, Ivory Cabernet and Ivory Sharkskin - the brush combines a 135 bristle count that allow for the right amount of flex when tension is created by knotted hair to release the tension in the follicle, eliminating pain, discomfort and breakage - along with a sleek and low-profile body to create an enjoyable detangling experience - and that's saying a lot, because there is really nothing enjoyable about detangling your hair!


And while it was designed primarily for detangling, the advanced technology of the PhD allows greater styling capabilities - thanks to stronger, flexible bristles, heat-resistant coloured epoxy massage tips, rubberized air pad and a slimmer, rubberized carbon body that encourages better styling manipulation.

Available now at Murale stores across Canada and murale.ca.

- Lisamarie -