OPI Infinite Shine Nuances of Neutral Summer 2016 - with swatches!

OPI Infinite Shine introduces a summer collection of muted shades for nails in 6 creamy shades that are like flawless foundation for the nails.

Infinite Shine features a simple three-step system; first, apply Infinite Shine Primer (Step 1), which goes beyond the capabilities of a standard base coat to prime nails for a revolutionary grip on color, while also preventing staining. Next, select your gel-lacquer shade (Step 2) and paint two thin, even coats for richly-pigmented, vivid color. Finish with Infinite Shine Gloss (Step 3), a state-of-the-art gel polymer top coat that cures in natural light. Product is easily removed with standard nail lacquer remover; no soaking is required.

New OPI Infinite Shine colors for summer 2016 include:

Staying Neutral on This One - whisper of pink 

Don’t Ever Stop! - sun-drenched salmon 

Can’t Stop Myself - peachy nude

No Stopping Zone - dusky rose 

Hurry Up and Wait - luminous tan

No Strings Attached - elusive nude

Available now for a limited time at Professional Salons for $16.95 each.

In addition to the six limited-edition summer hues, OPI also offers two trio packs featuring Primer, one Gel-lacquer (Staying Neutral on This One or Don’t Ever Stop), and Gloss for $39.95 as well as a duo pack containing Primer and Gloss for $26.95 Both provide an excellent introduction to the beauty of Infinite Shine No Light Gel Lacquer.

- Lisamarie -

Quo by Orly Summer 2016 Nail Polish Collection - with swatches!

Quo by Orly Summer 2016 Nail Polish - $9.99 - a limited edition collection of 4 sizzling summer shades:

Pink Bikini

Coastal Cruisin'

Purple Sunset

Sun Daze

Available exclusively at Shoppers Drug Mart stores across Canada.

- Lisamarie -

OPI Retro Summer 2016 Collection - with swatches!

OPI rolls out the sweet, insouciant days of summer with six new limited-edition nail lacquers perfect for luxuriating on the French Riviera, vintage-style. The ultimate vacation from drab and dull, the sun- and sky-drenched colors of Retro Summer 2016 collection channel the throwback fashions that ruled the season’s runways.Old school gets a bold, sophisticated twist with this cool assortment of six limited-edition hues including:

Towel Me About It - flirty, sunny yellow

Sailing & Nail-ing - light, breezy blue

I’m Getting a Tan-gerine - citrusy orange

What’s the Double Scoop? - summer-fun pink

SPF XXX - hot orange-red

Flip Flops & Crop Tops - perfect bright pink

Available now for $12.50 CAN at Professional Salons across Canada.

- Lisamarie -

mark. Maui Bliss Colour Collection featuring Nailed It Nail Lacquers - with swatches!

mark. takes us to Hawaii for the summer with the limited edition Maui Bliss Collection - filled with sun-kissed, tropical shades that will have you living the island life:

Nailed It Trend Gel-Finish Mini Nail Lacquers - $11 - a duo of 2.7ml mini polishes with high-impact, gel-like shine - no UV light curing required:

Hula - hip-swaying lavender

Cloud 9 - heavenly white

Sunset Glow Face Bronzer - $16 - features shimmering rays that illuminate and brighten all skin tones.

Hawaii Five-Oh! Eye Shadow Compact - $18 - with 5 shades inspired by a lush tropical paradise.

Maui Bliss Bath + Body Collection with  a Hawaiian-inspired blend of exotic hibiscus, rich glowing amber and refreshing coconut water:

Shimmering Moisture Gel - 150ml - $16 - with a smooth gel formula that melts into the skin with a cool and refreshing effect, leaving skin feeling moisturized with a hint of shimmer.

Body Butter - 215g - $14 - with an ultra-rich formula containing aloe, shea and cocoa butters along with  coconut oil to keep skin feeling moisturized all day.

Body Mist - 200ml - $14 - adds a hint of scent to skin while keeping it refreshed and hydrated.

Body Wash - 26ml - $12 - with a gentle formula that moisturizes as it cleanses leaving skin feeling soft, smooth and refreshed.

Available now from your Avon rep - 1-800-265-AVON or online at www.avon.ca.

- Lisamarie -

Fragrant Friday - Calvin Klein CK One Summer 2016

As far as I'm concerned, it isn't actually summer until Calvin Klein presents its annual summer limited edition CK One Summer. This year's inspiration is a summer adventure in the jungle - which is communicated nicely through the bottle and box which are decorated with palm tree imagery in green and blue colors.

Calvin Klein CK One Summer 2016 - 100ml EDT - $74 -  a refreshing, rebellious, carefree and exciting fragrance for both men and women - with top notes of invigorating lime mojito accord further enhanced by fresh lemon; heart notes of juicy and exotic guava; with a woody base of cedar which evokes the jungle atmosphere.

I count on fresh and fruity for the yearly summer edition and this year doesn't disappoint - the lime and guava give it a exotic fruity twist that I really love - and even though this is supposed to be a unisex fragrance it smells way to feminine to me to be something I would want to smell on a man!

Let summer begin!

Available now at Shoppers Drug Mart, Hudson's Bay and Sears stores across Canada.

- Lisamarie -

Quo Summer 2016 Cosmetic Collection

Ahoy maties! Quo presents a 2016 Summer Collection that will have landlubbers heeding the call for "All Aboard" to your closest Shoppers to get your barnacles on these beauties - with sea-worthy shades and the most adorable nautical packaging - you'll covet one of everything!


Bronzer - $22 - in Sunny Days

Eyeshadow Palette - $18 - in Lost at Sea

Sea Sun Sand

High Tide

Precision Liquid Eye Liner - $12 - in In the Navy

Lip Oil - $12 - in Set Sail and 40 Knots

Nautical Double-Ended Brush Set - $50 - contains 4 double-ended cosmetic brushes in an anchor-print case and include: Bronzing Powder, Foundation, Concealer, All-Over Eyeshadow, Angled Liner/Brow, Multi-Purpose and Ultra-Fine Liner Brush.

Available now for a limited time exclusively at Shoppers Drug Mart.

- Lisamarie -

Guerlain KissKiss Shaping Cream Lip Color Summer 2016 shades - with swatches!

Nothing looks better for summer then soft glowing lips - and luckily the Guerlain Summer 2016 Collection has a couple of shades that are perfect: Guerlain KissKiss Shaping Cream Lip Color - $43 - Limited Edition - in 342 Fancy Kiss - vibrant orange and 367 Kiss Blossom - soft bohemian pink - with a hydrating formula for soft lips and an immediate full-lip effect.

Fancy Kiss

Kiss Blossom

Available now for a limited time at Guerlain counters across Canada.

- Lisamarie -

Guerlain Summer Collection 2016 by Terracotta

The Guerlain Summer 2016 Collection by Terracotta wants you to imagine yourself on a rooftop terrace with a sea view this season as you take the time to take it all in and feel the sun - which will be easy to do when you are glowing with:

Terracotta - Pause d'Ete - $79 - Limited Edition - combines a universally flattering bronze shade - Terracotta shade 03 with pink gold to enhance tanned skin with a touch of colour that illuminates the tan. It also smells amazing thanks to sun-drenched citrus notes, voluptuous white flowers, an elegant iris accent and a warm woody base enhanced by white musks.

Terracotta - My Terracotta - $64 - Limited Edition - for a sun-kissed glow with a natural luminous result from Terracotta 02 Natural Blonde that offers optimum comfort while maintaining the skin's moisture balance.

Terracotta - L'Eau Halee - $62- Limited Edition - a water, light as a mist that infuses the skin with a sense of well-being while offering an adjustable universal shade with a natural bronzing result that leaves the skin moisturized, soft, dewy and radiant with a sheer, golden glow. With a non-transfer formula that washes off with soap and water.

KissKiss Shaping Cream Lip Color - $43 - Limited Edition - in 342 Fancy Kiss - vibrant orange and 367 Kiss Blossom - soft bohemian pink - with a hydrating formula for soft lips and an immediate full-lip effect.

Available now at Guerlain counters across Canada.

- Lisamarie -

Essie Summer 2016 Collection - with swatches!

Essie Summer 2016 is inspired by the thrill of travel and and adventure filled getaway to Guatemala - take a trip through local colour and feel the inspiration of:

Viva Antigua! - sparkling turquoise with iridescent micro crystals

Coconut Cover - sweet cream white

Berried Treasures - bright ruby berry

Hiking Heels - scorching hot lava red

Loot The Booty - radiant blue sapphire pave

Tribal Text-Styles - black gold with crushed onyx

Available now at salons, drugstores and other beauty destinations across Canada.

- Lisamarie -

Paul & Joe Come Sail Away Summer 2016 Collection

Now that we are finally getting some warm weather - Paul & Joe introduces Come Sail Away - a limited edition, nautical themed summer collection outfitted in adorable sailboat and beach inspired packaging.

Face & Eye Colour Palettes - $36 - combine a trio of carefully crafted colours that can be applied to both the eyes and cheeks to achieve an optimal healthy glow and look their best under the fleeting summer sun and are nourished with moisturizing and skin softening agents including Orange Flower Water, White Lily Extract, Jojoba Seed Oil, Rosemary extract and Rose Canina Fruit Extract. Housed in adorable patterned palettes that open to reveal shades in the shape of a boat’s sail in three unique combinations of shades: Sunshine & Sand (001) (above) - a palette of nude retro shades that look best on the beach, shining under the bright summer sun;

Coral Garden (002) - a palette of cheery coral shades reminiscent of colourful coral reefs; and

Come Sail Away (003) - a palette of lively and dynamic summer shades, perfect for sailing the day away.

Cat Lipstick L Refills - $20 - in 3 summery shades: Catamaran (001) - the combination of a healthy red and soft natural beige gives lips a boost of dewy colour; Smooth Sailing (002) - perfect your pout with a pop of pink from this vibrant duo; Ahoy (003) - go for bold with the pairing of clear beige and vivid summer red - with a combination of dewy shine and vivid pigment for a light colourful glow, ideal for hot summer days - and what's really great, because of the process used to make them, the cat faces remain visible until the lipstick is used up. The outer lipstick is transparent, formulated with a generous amount of oils such as Cocoa Seed Butter, Jojoba Seed Oil and Lavander Oil to nourish lips and help the inner colour adhere while the inner, cat-shaped layer carries the light veil of colour.

Lipstick Case A - $7 - nautical inspired limited edition cases come in two chic colours; a two tone case in classic navy (001) and white and a soft and sweet version in powder blue and white (002).

Silky Pressed Powder Compacts - $48 - in two shades to cover all skin tones; 01 - a pale, pink hue to improve complexion and emphasize clarity; or 02 - a multi-beige shade that matches and enhances any skin tone - formulated with nourishing ingredients to prevent dryness while simultaneously keeping shine and dullness at bay - for a smooth, lightweight and long-lasting finish.

Housed in retro-inspired summer packaging and comes with an adorable matching patterned drawstring pouch and a softer than ever puff.

Available now for a limited time at beautyBOUTIQUE.ca and at select Shoppers Drug Mart beautyBOUTIQUE locations including:

Toronto/GTA: 2223 Bloor Street West; 5576 Yonge Street; 2345 Yonge Street; 9350 Yonge Street; Hillcrest Mall and Richmond Hill

Montreal: 1122 Rue Sainte Catherine Ouest

Ottawa: 50 Rideau Street, Rideau Centre

Vancouver: 748 Burrard Street; 3020 West Broadway; 6060 Minoru Boulevard and Richmond Centre

Calgary: 6455 Macleod Trails South Unit 24 and Chinook Mall

- Lisamarie -