Mascara Monday - Elizabeth Arden Beautiful Color Lash Enhancing Mascara

Elizabeth Arden Beautiful Color Lash Enhancing Mascara - $30 - a multi-dimensional mascara that immediately volumizes, lengthens and curls lashes while enhancing long term lash health with continued use. Powered by a potent complex of peptides with a clump free and flake free formula that protcts so lashes appear visibly longer with up to 3x the lash volume in just 15 days!

I especially like the small brush which makes it easy to hit the corner and bottom lashes without a mess.

I have to agree that it does add nice volume and length without clumping...

 but I'm not overly impressed with it's curling capabilities so don't throw out your regular lash curler with this one!

Available at Shoppers Drug Mart, The Bay, Sears, London Drugs, Pharma Plus and Jean Coutu.

NeoStrata AquaYouth - combats dehydration and defies wrinkles!

Did you know that wrinkles develop twice as rapidly in dry skin as they do in hydrated, moisturized skin? This won't come as any shock to a raisin so to save you from the worst fate of a grape, NeoStrata AquaYouth is here to fill and correct fine lines and wrinkles by ensuring short, and long term hydration! With:

Filling Anti-Wrinkle Cream - 50ml - $46 and Filling Anti-Wrinkle Eye Cream - 15ml - $34

Both contain Matrixyl 3000 - with a powerful combination of two peptides to smooth skin roughness, stimulate collagen synthesis and reduce the appearance of line lines and wrinkles by up to 66%. As well as Hydrioviton Plus - a complete hydrating ingredient composed of natural sugars, moisturizers and hyaluronic acid that not only provides an immediate supply of hydration to the skin, but also continuous moisture throughout 24 hours and Hylasome EG10 - a cross-linked hyaluronic acid which stabilizes the molecule and offers 5 times the water-binding capacity of regular hyaluronic acid to provide long-term hydration and plump up the skin as well as reinforce the skin barrier increasing the skin's capacity to retain its own moisture.

Available now at major drugstores across Canada.

- Lisamarie -

Fresh Sugar Petal Tinted Lip Treatment

Fresh Sugar Petal Tinted Lip Treatment - $26 - the hydrating lip treatment we all love in a feminine pink blossom tint perfect for spring! Still enriched with nourishing sugar, hydrating oils and anti-aging vitamins and a versatile formula that allows for buildable coverage to create a sheer or rich hue and provides year-round protection from damaging UV rays.

I love all of my Fresh Sugar Lip Treatments but this shade has become my new fave - it's so flattering and delicate looking without being too pale - and of course the smell is amazing!

Available exclusively at Sephora.

- Lisamarie -

Sephora+Pantone Universe Color of the Year Collection - Emerald!

I loved Tangerine Tango from last year so much that I didn't think that it could be improved upon - that was of course before I found out that the 2013 colour is Emerald! As a redhead, this is a total go-to colour for me so an entire collection of products that will look great on me... awesome! Even if you aren't a huge green fan, you can still add a bit of emerald to your life with a bit of eyeliner or even on your nails!

There are so many products in the collection that the post would have been too long to list them all so here are a few of my faves:

Sephora+Pantone Universe The Color of the Year Collection - $82 - get a taste of all the different products at a great price with a set that includes: Color Grid Shadow Block Bionic; Color Code Prismatic Shadow Block; Lightspeed Glitter Dust; Graphic Sculpt Waterproof Jumbo Eyeliner; Color Cube Lid Stain; Color Watt Highlighting Mascara - (they can all be bought separately too but would then cost $135)

Mini Graphic Effect Lacquers - $22 - these three mini polishes are the same emerald shade but with three different effects - from silver sparkles to forest-green shimmers to a shiny glimmer!

Glitter Strobe Eyeliner Set - $22 - four mini liners in different finishes including: matte, metallic, holographic and shimmer - with a brush applicator for precise application.

Spectra Blend Eye Brush Roll - $24 - includes an angled blush brush, eye shadow brush and blending brush housed in a jeweled toned canvas brush roll for protection and easy portability.

Even if you're opposed to having the colour emerald anywhere on your being you can still love the Color Theory Sculpting Blush - $29 - featuring a duet of complementary tones especially formulated to harmonize with your emerald looks. Enriched with actives to preserve skin elasticity and packed with brown seaweed extract for a soft and supple complexion. And if you're on the go, the slim compact includes a hidden mirror that snaps magnetically in place for easy application anywhere, anytime.

And get your emerald with the brush you use to apply it - Color Sculpting Kabuki Brush - $22 - provides medium to full coverage of your favorite blush, bronzer, mineral powders, and setting powders with synthetic bristles can be used wet or dry.

Available now at Sephora and sephora.ca.

- Lisamarie -

Beauty Spotlight - March 2, 2013

The new By Terry Hyaluronic Sheer Rouge Lipsticks take the coveted hybrid formula to a whole new level, and Lola's Secret Beauty Blog has swatched all 10 gorgeous shades for you!

The prettiest lip palette ever!!! Pammy Blogs Beauty falls for Le Metier de Beaute's Kaleidoscope Lip Kit.

The Pink Sith is finally back in good health, so of course her first post would be about a Taupe Eyeshadow! This one is from Real Colors and it's called Regal Eyes Embellished Eye Shadow in Poker Face.

Cindy over at Prime Beauty chose the colorful Entice Me Eye Shadow Palette from the new Smashbox Love Me Collection for Spring 2013 and Marcia from Beauty Info Zone chose the neutral Admire Me. Who chose best? You decide.

Modesty Brown reviews the Kevyn Aucoin Sensual Tinted Balm in SB02 and compares it to some other similar tinted moisturisers from her stash.

Worth the price tag? Visionary Beauty gives us her take on the new Tom Ford lip colour shines.

Lisamarie from Beauty Crazed had a chance to dress her lashes in all the different L'Oreal Voluminous mascaras to try and decide which one she liked best - check them out and see which one is your fave!

15 Minute Beauty has 10 easy anti-aging tips that are so easy to follow that anyone can do it!

Perilously Pale flirts with a lip colour choice for Spring from Guerlain that stands out from the usual soft pinks and peaches we are used to seeing for the season.

Jessika from polish insomniac has a wicked sweet tooth. Check out the latest Sweet Treats from Barielle that she has been sinking her teeth (and nails) into!

Have you heard of Joey Healy, the brow guru? Lisa from Beauty Info Zone shows you his amazing Elite Sculpting Tweezer along with his Oscar brow comments.

02/03/13 - Link Love

Beauty Reflections is in love with these three bright eyeliners from Lancome, Stila and MAC! Perfect brights for spring!

Who doesn't love an awesome beauty find? If this sounds like you (and, seriously, we hope it does), don't miss theNotice's Week of Awesome, which covers only products that Rae is absolutely smitten with.

Phyrra is in LOVE with Virus Insanity Eyeshadows! Check out the beautiful duochromes and holographic sparkles.

Krasey Beauty has got the scoop on the latest from MAC, the Archie's Girls Collection!

Musicalhouses checks out the latest Sleek Lagoon Palette from the Aqua Collection, and it is gorgeous!

Jenn from Spiced Beauty show you a wearable hot pink lipstick that works for every skin tone.

Over on Makeup Morsels, MM encounters a mascara from one of her favorite brands. Will it be love at first sight, or does a certain something stand in the way of their happiness?

Beauty Info Zone is a big admirer of the Smashbox Love Me collection. Once you see Admire Me you might be enticed to go shopping.

Gouldylox was tired of hearing other bloggers saying they can't wear the bright colors of this season. Check out a FOTD to show even the shy how to pull them off!

Jude reviews Clarins New Rouge Eclat Lipsticks Everything you could want in a lipstick and anti-ageing, too!

See why Kim Porter thinks Zoya Dakota is the perfect oxblood, and see swatches of some other Zoya polish shades.

Spring is in the air and ArtDeco's Butterfly Dreams collection is all about pastels and butterflies. See what Anita thinks about it over at Pleasureflush!

Lisamarie from Beauty Crazed has the blues, the nail polish blues that is! Come admire her favourite blue polishes and see if blue is for you!
--- Cindy over at Prime Beauty reviews StriVectin SD Intensive Concentrate for Stretch Marks and Wrinkles. Is it hype or just good skincare? Find out and enter to win a $100 Gift Card!

Jealous of the make-up they have in the UK? Hannah at Midnight Violets has some up for grabs in her International Giveaway!

Pammy Blogs Beauty is hosting a giveaway for an Emani Makeup Starter Kit!

Audrey Dao has reached the 4 year blogging milestone. Help her celebrate and check out her 4 Year Blogaversary Giveaway!

Make Up For Ever Remix Tour hits Toronto!

Got a bag full of makeup products that you're not sure what to do with, if they're right for you or even what you are missing from your collection? Make Up For Ever can help you with that when their mobile experience hits Toronto with their Make Up Bag Remix Tour!

On Saturday April 13th from 12-8pm and Sunday April 14th from 11-7pm, Make Up For Ever will be set up in the Yorkdale Mall parking lot where a professional Make Up For Ever artist will take a look inside your makeup bag and teach you how to use what you already own - regardless of what brand it is, as well as overhaul products that are the wrong shade, texture or past their prime. You'll walk away with a new make up bag, a custom face chart detailing how to use the products you brought and a list of recommended products to help round-out your look! A professional photographer will also be on hand to capture your new look which will be uploaded to an album on the Make Up For Ever USA and Canada Facebook pages!

Don't wait to sign up - appointments are going fast - you can find details and book your appointment at: http://makeupbagremix.com

If you don't have an hour to spare or can't score an appointment you can still drop by for a quick lip and complexion touch-up featuring their latest multi-use compact foundation - Pro Finish!

Can't make it to the event? You can still take part by picking up the Remix Make Up Bag by Christina Ricci for Make Up For Ever + Pro Finish - $52 - a limited-edition makeup bag that features black faux-leather adorned with gun-metal studs and a metallic geometric pattern. Inside, a hidden pocket is the perfect size to tuck away the Pro Finish foundation included with this bag in your choice of colour.

Available at Sephora and sephora.ca.

- Lisamarie -

Fragrant Friday - LUSH Gorilla Perfumes Collection

The second collection of LUSH Gorilla Perfumes have a arrived with nine innovative new scents and some of the most interesting packaging that I have ever seen on a fragrance!

The Sun - 0.3oz - $14.95, 0.8oz - $24.95, 0.9oz - $25.95, 1.4oz - $34.95, 1.5oz - $35.95, 3.1oz - $55.95 - notes of orange, tangerine and sandalwood offer a fresh scent inspired by the longed for warmth of the sun during the cold winter months.

Euphoria - 0.3oz - $14.95, 0.8oz - $24.95, 0.9oz - $25.95, 1.4oz - $34.95, 1.5oz - $35.95, 3.1oz - $55.95 - with clary sage, grapefruit, lime and neroli for a healing scent that will make you feel good.

The Voice Of Reason - 0.3oz - $24.95, 0.8oz - $59.95, 0.9oz - $60.95, 1.4oz - $89.95, 1.5oz - $90.95, 3.1oz - $174.95 - aromas of French Gitane cigarettes, espresso, sandalwood and tonka bean to conjure up hanging out with the Beat Generation in basement clubs and coffee shops.

Furze - 0.3oz - $14.95, 0.8oz - $24.95, 0.9oz - $25.95, 1.4oz - $34.95, 1.5oz - $35.95, 3.1oz - $44.95 - along with notes of the British plant Furze - which is said to protect from curses and hexes, it also has coconut and vanilla, combined they are sure to protect you from evil (or at least smelling bad)!

The Bug - 0.3oz - $19.95, 0.8oz - $29.95, 0.9oz - $30.95, 1.4oz - $38.95, 1.5oz - $39.95, 3.1oz - $69.95 - with galbanum and black pepper, it's meant to be a "protest perfume" conjuring up images of Big Brother and the paranoia of the modern age.

Flower's Barrow - 0.3oz - $19.95, 0.8oz - $28.95, 0.9oz - $29.95, 1.4oz - $38.95, 1.5oz - $39.95, 3.1oz - $69.95 - with sage, thyme, geranium and blackcurrant to capture the spirit of the ancient overgrown fort in England that it's named for.

Devil's Nightcap -  0.3oz - $24.95, 0.8oz - $49.95, 0.9oz - $59.95, 1.4oz - 74.95, 1.5oz - $79.95, 3.1oz - $139.95 - with oak moss, clary sage and ylang ylang for a scent as magical as the mysterious structure it's named for.

Sikkim Girls - 0.3oz - $19.95, 0.8oz - $29.95, 0.9oz - $30.95, 1.4oz - $38.95, 1.5oz - $39.95, 3.1oz - $69.95 - with sensual notes of frangipani, vanilla and tuberose to capture the essence of these women who seduce and steal away men.

Hellstone - 0.3oz - $24.95, 0.8oz - $49.95, 0.9oz - $54.95, 1.4oz - $69.95, 1.5oz - $79.95, 3.1oz - $139.95 - inspired by the smells of unearthed roots and freshly turned earth with notes of vetiver, cumin and beeswax.

Available now in-store or online at www.lush.ca.

- Lisamarie -