Great Gifting - Life Brand Charcoal Skincare Collection

If mask wearing is playing havoc with your skin too? Charcoal might be just the ingredient your skin is longing for! Check out this Life Brand collection that gives you a chance to try out a bunch of charcoal based cleansers and masks - and at a price so affordable, you'll want to pick up extras to stuff the stockings of everyone you know!

 

Life Brand Charcoal Skincare Collection - $14.99 - a revitalizing collection of skincare products formulated with charcoal that help promote a renewed, refreshed complexion - including:

Charcoal Facial Cleanser - 200ml - a gel-like cleanser formulated with charcoal powder to deeply cleanse skin, removing oil, dirt and makeup and reducing the appearance of pores to leave skin looking and feeling soft and smooth;

Purifying Facial Cleansing Wipes - 25 pre-moistened wipes with charcoal that gently cleanse face to remove all traces of impurities including dirt, oil and makeup;

Detoxifying Bubbling Mud Face Mask - 15ml -  infused with bamboo charcoal powder and tea tree oil to help detoxify skin by removing excess oils and deep cleansing pores - the fun thing about it though is that it bubbles when applied, creating an oxygenating foam layer on the skin;

Detoxifying Mud Face Mask - 15ml - infused with activated charcoal and ivy extract in a deep cleansing formula to help protect the skin's moisture barrier by removing unwanted impurities from the skin;

Purifying Bubbling Facial Sheet Mask - infused with charcoal and witch hazel to improve appearance of pores and lifts away impurities with a unique gel texture that transforms into foamy bubbles (!) when applied;

Purifying Facial Sheet Mask - formulated with Japanese Binchotan white charcoal from the ubame oak tree to help absorb excess oil and impurities and sage oil to help skin fee fresh and clean;

and also includes a bonus headband to really help out with the spa experience!

 

Available at Shoppers Drug Mart stores across Canada and online at shoppersdrugmart.ca.

 

- Lisamarie -

Easy travels with Ole Henriksen, J.R. Watkins, Lanolips, Carry Clean and Quo!

Whether you are gearing up for vacation, going back to school, stocking essentials to have at work or even hitting the gym - these must-haves are super portable and oh so useful!


Ole Henriksen Balance Babies Mattifying Oil Control Set - $55 - a four-piece skincare set contains: 28g Pore-Balance Facial Sauna Scrub, 30ml Cold Plunge Pore Mask, 65ml Balancing Force Oil Control Toner and 15ml Counter Balance Oil Control Hydrator - to control surface oil and improve the look of pores as well as fight dullness and uneven texture, without stripping skin.

With a pore purifying formula that includes: Green Fusion Complex (Green Tea, Eucalyptus, Algae/Kelp, and Irish Moss Extracts) - helps absorb excess oil and refine the look of pores; Snow Lotus and Alpine Willowherb Extracts - helps nurture and condition skin; and Salicylic Acid (BHA) + Glycolic and Lactic Acids (AHAs) - helps lift and loosen dead skin cells that clog pores.

Available at Sephora and sephora.ca.

J.R. Watkins Aloe & Green Tea Hydrating Face & Body Cleansing Towelettes - 30 pre-moistened towelettes - $7.29 - soothes and calms skin with a 98% natural formula containing olus oils to moisturize while fresh aloe and green tea extracts relax and restore.They also feature a clean, fresh scent of aloe and green tea that refreshes your skin and mood!

Available at well.ca.

Lanolips The Original 101 Ointment Multipurpose Superbalm - 15g - $23 - a multitasking, natural lip balm that locks hydration with the world's best lanolin that holds 200% of its weight in moisture.

Not only is it a great lip balm and base for lip colour, it goes everywhere else too! Apply to dry cuticles, cracked heels, or dry nasal passages. Use it to keep eyebrows in place; on windburn and cold-chapped cheeks; on dry, brittle nails; on paper cuts; or on insect bites. It's also a great beauty booster -  mix a tiny bit with foundation for a natural, dewy look or tap on top around brow and cheek bones to a little glow!
Available at Sephora and sephora.ca.

Carry Clean Dental Travel Pack - $3 - a convenient on-the-go travel kit that includes: a travel toothbrush that stays clean and dry in a ventilated storage handle, Colgate Total Advanced Health Professional Clean Toothpaste and 7 interdental piks.

Available at Walmart stores across Canada and online at walmart.ca.

Quo Minimalist Hanging Foldover Clutch - $24.99 - offers deluxe storage with 2 zippered compartments: 1 large spacious compartment with PVC window and the other with a mesh panel with a velcro, foldover closure and a loop so you can hang it up and free up counter space. The nautical stripes give it the perfect look for travel while the bright red interior lining adds a peppy attitude!

Available exclusively at Shoppers Drug Mart stores across Canada and online at beauty.shoppersdrugmart.ca.

- Lisamarie -

Clean up the micellar way with Aveeno, Bourjois, Life Brand and Garnier!

Aveeno Positively Radiant MaxGlow Micellar Gel Cleanser - 150ml - $12.99 - with a mild and gentle gel formula containing a moisture-rich soy and kiwi complex that works like a magnet to draw out and wash away makeup, oil, and other skin-dulling impurities and leave skin feeling hydrated, soft and dewy.

I don't normally love gel cleansers as they tend to leave my skin feeling tight and "over-cleaned" but that has not been an issue with this one - my skin feels and looks soft and plump after using and I love the pump dispenser!

Available at drug and mass retailers across Canada.

Bourjois Micellar Cleansing Water - 250ml - $18 - cleanses the skin and removes makeup in one sweep with an alcohol and fragrance free formula containing white lotus extracts, with soothing and hydrating properties, to help to comfort the skin and is a great option for all skin types, even sensitive.

Available at drugstores across Canada.

Life Brand Micellar Facial Cleansing Wipes - 25 wipes - $9.99 - soft, textured wipes formulated with 100% plant-based fibres and pre-moistened with fragrance-free micelles to help trap and lift away dirt, oil and makeup to gently remove complexion dulling impurities, leaving skin feeling clean, hydrated and refreshed.

Available exclusively at Shoppers Drug Mart stores across Canada and online at beauty.shoppersdrugmart.ca.

Garnier SkinActive Micellar Eye Makeup Remover Pads - 100 pads - $9.99 - offers ultra gentle, precise and convenient eye makeup removal with no rinse, harsh rubbing and zero greasy residue that is ophthalmologist and dermatologist tested and safe for sensitive eyes and contact lens wearers.

Available at drug and mass retailers across Canada.

- Lisamarie -

This week I'm obsessed with... Neutrogena Deep Clean Purifying wipes and mask!

It's that time of year again when you should be wearing sunscreen on your face every day - if you aren't, start! And while it does a wonderful job of protecting my skin from all kinds of nasty things like wrinkles and cancer, it also makes my pores feel clogged and like there is a layer of something still on my skin even after washing which is why this is the time of year that I like to add something purifying to my skincare routine like:

Neutrogena Deep Clean Purifying Micellar Cleansing Wipes - 25 wipes - $10.99 - gentle, oil and alcohol free, ultra-soft wipes, powered by triple micellar technology that combine 3 different types of gentle cleansers that work together to:

remove even the toughest makeup, including waterproof mascara;
effectively cleanse by targeting all skin impurities like excess oil, dirt and pore-clogging makeup; and
purify skin while helping preserve skin’s essential moisture

No rinsing required - just purified skin that looks soft and healthy.

Neutrogena Deep Clean Purifying Peel-Off Mask - 10g - $4.79 - designed to unclog pores, remove dead skin cells, excess surface oil, dirt and makeup to reveal clear, softer, healthier-looking skin. When applied, the sheet mask’s unique oil-free and non-comedogenic formula changes from a liquid to a soft solid and becomes clearer as it dries and peels off easily with absolutely no rinsing required.

Available at drug and mass retailers across Canada.

- Lisamarie -

Wipe away skin issues with Thursday Plantation, Korres and Yes To Cotton!

Thursday Plantation Tea Tree Face Wipes - 25 wipes - $12.99 - gently removes makeup, bacteria, excess oil and impurities from acne-prone skin with the combined power of 100% pure Australian tea tree oil with the calming properties of copaiba oil and aloe vera to cleanse and soothe without irritation.

Available now at ThursdayPlantation.ca.

Korres Greek Yoghurt Cleansing & Make-Up Removing Wipes - 25 wipes - $20 - non-irritating cloths that effectively remove stubborn face and eye makeup with a nourishing formula of softening  Greek yoghurt - for 2.5x more skin-nourishing proteins, vitamins and minerals - leaving skin refreshed, deeply nourished, revitalized, smooth and hydrated.

Available at Shoppers Drug Mart stores across Canada and beauty.shoppersdrugmart.ca.

Yes To Cotton Comforting Facial Wipes - 25 wipes - $9.99 - protects and minimizes irritation with comfy, soft textured wipes that gently cleanse ultra-sensitive and allergy-prone skin with a formula infused with cottonseed oil - to help soothe, hydrate and protect - to leave skin feeling clean and hydrated.

Available at drug and mass retailers across Canada.

- Lisamarie -

This week I'm obsessed with... Beautycounter One-Step Makeup Remover Wipes!

Beautycounter One-Step Makeup Remover Wipes - 30 wipes - $25 - removes makeup and cleanses skin in one easy step.

Using a naturally derived micellar oil-free and no added fragrance formula that contains aloe vera - to hydrate and cornflower water - to soothe, each super soft wipe traps makeup, dirt, and impurities, then gently whisks it away with no need to rinse - and are gentle enough to use on face and eyes every day, even for super-sensitive contact lens wearers.

What makes them really great and different from most other wipes though is they are biodegradable - you can just dispose of them in your green bin!

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

- Lisamarie -

Unleash the force of nature on your skin with emerginC Rawceuticals!

Caryl Baker Visage has partnered with skin care brand emerginC to launch one of the first skin care lines in Canada to feature new cold pressed technology - Rawceuticals - a revolutionary range of advanced skin care that blends a wide variety of pure, active cold pressed plant extracts with naturally-derived cosmeceutical ingredients. Each product is crafted in small batches to ensure freshness and effectiveness and allows ingredients to be extracted in their purest form with no oxidation so that its vital vitamins, minerals, proteins, enzymes and nutrients are kept intact.

Available in the collection:

Clean - Wet/Dry Cleanser - 118ml - $60 - a unique anhydrous cleansing oil that effectively deep cleans both dirt and makeup while helping to restore skin’s moisture balance.

To use, just dispense 2-3 pumps into hands and massage onto dry skin for 30 seconds. Add a few drops of water and continue massage over skin. Rinse thoroughly with warm water or use with raw cloth for more in depth cleansing. 

Contains 97% cold pressed, 95% organic Sunflower Seed Oil - rich in omega 6 & 9 to help restore natural moisture and nourish skin;
PhytoVie Defense Urban Shield Co-polymer - a biodegradable, botanical-based polymer made from brassica campestris and aleurites fordi oil co-polymer that stays on the skin longer to defend against pollution and help restore and hydrate skin; and
hemp seed oil - helps to improve elasticity, reduce the appearance of pore size, balance sebum and shield against the risks of UVA and UVB sun damage by protecting skin from free radical damage; 
as well as: sesame seed oil, aloe leaf extract, argan oil, avocado oil, cinnamomum camphora wood oil and macadamia seed oil.

Boreal Tonic - Forest Bark Facial Toner - 118ml - $58.50 - a unique soothing, remineralizing face toner crafted to sooth, nourish and tone skin after cleansing. Can be used throughout the day to rehydrate skin.

Contains 70% organic and 1% cold pressed ingredients including:
borealine hydra - a mix of 4 actives obtained from red maple, black spruce, yellow birch and jack pine barks that provides stable and long-lasting hydration to the skin and helps combat signs of premature aging and improves skin’s elasticity;
Argentière icecap water - has very high levels of minerals, especially calcium and silicium that help to rejuvenate and hydrate skin; and
basil - an antibacterial and antioxidant-rich, natural source of vitamin K that clarifies the skin and reduces the appearance of inflammation;
as well as: glycerin and witch hazel water.

Blend - Black Cumin, Hemp & Kakadu Plum Pressed Defense Moisturizer - 50ml - $150 - rich and nourishing, it defends against environmental aggressions, evens skin tone and texture and fights the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, moisturizes, nourishes, soothes and fights the appearance of aging skin.

Contains 67% organic & cold pressed and 61% fair trade & virgin ingredients including:
PhytoVie Defense - a botanical-based polymer made from brassica campestris and aleurites fordi oil co-polymer (tung wood + rapeseed oil) that stays on the skin longer to defend skin against pollution and help restore and hydrate;
kakadu plum - a powerful antioxidant high in vitamin C that helps protect against free radicals and environment stressors such as extreme weather and pollution which may lead to premature aging, dryness and skin irritation;
black cumin seed oil - helps to firm, moisturize, nourish and smooth skin;
hemp seed oil - helps to improve elasticity, reduce the appearance of pore size, balance sebum and shield against the risks of UVA and UVB sun damage by protecting skin from free radical damage;
chia seed extract - high in vitamin E and omega-3 fatty acids which helps protect and repair skin against free radical damage; and
tomato seed extract - high in vitamins A and C to help tighten pores, reduce breakouts and even skin tone.

Eye & Lip Craft - Pressed Coco-Carrot Eye & Lip Moisturizer - 15ml - $100 - a nourishing, active “pressed” moisturizer for both the eye area and lips that help soothe, combats environmental stress-es, defends against environmental aggressions, and fights the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

Contains 55% organic & cold pressed and 51% fair trade & virgin ingredients including:
PhytoVie Defense - a biodegradable, botanical-based polymer made from brassica campestris and aleurites fordi oil co-polymer which stays on the skin longer to defend skin against pollution and help restore and hydrate;
fair trade virgin cocoa butter - a natural moisturizer high in fatty acids, antioxidants, and caffeine to help moisturize, protect, and repair skin against sun damage and even out skin tone;
black cumin seed oil - an antioxidant rich oil which helps to firm, moisturize, nourish, and smooth skin;
hemp seed oil - high in lineoleic acid, it helps to improve elasticity, reduce the appearance of pore size, help balance sebum and shield against the risks of UVA and UVB sun damage by protecting skin from free radical damage; and
carrot seed oil - helps condition and nourish the skin, making it excellent for dryness and sensitivity;
as well as: shea butter, coconut oil, hydrolyzed quinoa, hydrolyzed rice protein and hydrolyzed amaranth protein.

Red Berry Dual Mask & Gommage - Remineralizing Raspberry, Red Maple & Avocado - 50ml - $75 - a two-in-one product that works either as a nourishing, hydrating, remineralizing mask or as a gentle clarifying and remineralizing scrub.

To use as an exfoliant - gently massage over damp skin for up to 3 minutes then remove thoroughly. Or as a mask - apply and leave on 10 minutes, until dry. After 10 minutes, rub in a circular motion in the T-zone or all over face until product crumbles off. Remove excess with warm water.

Contains 73% organic, 11.5% raw minerals including: 
cold-processed crafting borealine hydra - a mix of 4 actives obtained from red maple, black spruce, yellow birch and jack pine barks that provides stable and long-lasting hydration to the skin and helps prevent premature aging and to improve skin’s elasticity;
raspberry seed powder - a rich source of vitamins and minerals including vitamins A, C, K and B-6, iron, magnesium, manganese and antioxidants;
finely milled pumice - from volcanic rock that is a naturally occurring and an effective exfoliator to help remove dead skin cells and purify pores; and
kaolin - a natural clay mineral which helps re-mineralize, absorb oil and control excess sebum secretion. 

Raw Cloth - Pure, Clean, Soft Fiber Cloth - 2 cloths - $28.50 - a revolutionary, biodegradable face cloth derived from 100% wood fiber sourced from sustainably managed forests. Incredibly soft when wet, this one-of-a- kind cloth rinses 99.9% bacteria free and can be used over 1,000 times.

Drop by any Caryl Baker Visage Face Spa in Ontario or Alberta for a free 15-minute mini facial and experience the line in person or find it online at carylbakervisage.com.

- Lisamarie -

This week I'm obsessed with... Neutrogena Naturals Purifying Make-Up Removing Wipes!

Neutrogena Naturals Purifying Make-Up Removing Wipes - 25 wipes - $12.99 - for complete makeup removal powered by nature these bio-degradable wipes are made with renewable fibers from sustainably-managed forests and a 95% naturally-derived formula infused with Peruvian Tara Seed Bionutrient - and no harsh chemical sulfates, parabens, petrochemicals, dyes or phthalates - to completely remove dirt, oil and makeup in one simple step that's gentle enough for sensitive skin and eyes and won't leave any greasy residue behind.

Available now at drug, food and mass retailers across Canada.

- Lisamarie -

This week I'm obsessed with... Yes To Tomatoes Detoxifying Charcoal Facial Wipes!

Yes To Tomatoes Detoxifying Charcoal Facial Wipes - 30 wipes - $8.99 - deeply cleans and detoxifies skin with 95% natural ingredients including charcoal to rid skin of dirt, oil and makeup and leave it clean and fresh.

What's freaky about them is the wipes are black! On the plus side you won't have to see all the gunk that comes off your face - on the negative side you won't get to see all the gunk that comes off your face!

Also available in the collection is Yes To Tomatoes Detoxifying Charcoal Cleanser - $9.99, Detoxifying Charcoal Mud Mask - $16.99 - or you can take these wipes on the go with a travel friendly 10-pack for $3.29!

Available now at Shoppers Drug Mart locations across Canada.

- Lisamarie -

Olay Daily Facials Daily Clean 4-in-1 Water Activated Cloths

Olay Daily Facials Daily Clean 4-in-1 Water Activated Cloths - 33 cloths - $8.99 - water activated,  specially textured cloths that offer 4 benefits in every cloth to cleanse, tone, exfoliate and hydrate. Use daily to remove dirt, oil and makeup - even mascara - that works way better than basic cleansing by combining a soap-free lather and effective Olay conditioners to leave skin clean, hydrated and smooth with every use.

If you usually use the pre-moistened cloths you might not get the appeal of having to do the extra work - but trust me, you are going to want to add these to your cleaning arsenal - the pre-moistened ones are still great for those nights when you can't be bothered to get out of bed to take your makeup off but if you are going to be at the sink anyhow, you will love the foaming and ultra clean feeling the water activated ones will give you!

 

The Daily Clean variety are best for normal skin but don't worry, they haven't left us sensitive skin sufferers out - there is also a Gentle Clean option!

Available now at drug and mass retailers across Canada.

- Lisamarie -

This week I'm obsessed with... Vichy Purete Thermale Makeup Removing Micellar Cleansing Wipes!

For those nights when I am way too lazy to do anything that will take any kind of effort but still want clean skin:

Vichy Purete Thermale - 3- in-1 Makeup Removing Micellar Cleansing Wipes - 25 wipes - $14.95 - cleanses impurities, removes waterproof makeup and soothes the skin in one easy step that requires no rinsing - thanks to a sensitive formula enriched with Vitamin E that comforts and refreshes skin leaving it feeling softer, more comfortable and wonderfully clean!

Not just for the lazy of course, also great if you are a fan of the double cleanse or wisely like to take off your makeup before using your Clarisonic so you don't get the brush all gunked up with foundation!

Available now at drugstores across Canada.

- Lisamarie -

This week I'm obsessed with... Live Clean (Fresh Face) Refreshing Facial Wipes!

Even with all the new and wonderful products I try out all the time, sometimes I just have to come back to my tried and true favourites like:

Live Clean (Fresh Face) Refreshing Facial Wipes - 30 wipes - $9.99 - a refreshing and gentle way to cleanse skin of impurities, excess oil and makeup. They have a hypoallergenic alcohol and oil-free, formula that is 98% plant derived and infused with protective vitamin C, while aloe vera and cucumber reveal skin's natural glow and orchid extract seals in moisture and replenishes the skin's moisture barrier.

And as with all Live Clean products, are paraben, phthalate, petroleum, silicone, mineral oil and
dye free.

Available at Shoppers Drug Mart and Walmart stores across Canada.

- Lisamarie -

Makeup removal made easy with Avène, Joe Fresh and Urban Decay!

Avène 3 in 1 Make-up Remover - 200ml  - $20 - cleanses, removes makeup and soothes skin with a refreshing, calming texture that transforms on contact with skin from a creamy lotion to a light water to remove makeup from face, eyes and lips in one easy step - and there's no need to rinse, simply apply with fingertips to gently dissolve makeup before removing it with a cotton pad - making it great for sensitive skin!

Available now at drugstores across Canada and online at beautyboutique.ca.

Joe Fresh Make-Up Remover Wipes - 30 wipes - $10 - easy-to-use, heavy-duty, quilted, durable wipes that are packed with vitamins A, C and D to easily remove oil, makeup and impurities from all skin types - with a light scent that leaves skin feeling clean and refreshed.

Available at Shoppers Drug Mart store across Canada.

Urban Decay Meltdown Makeup Remover Dissolving Spray - 30ml - $18 - a powerful yet gentle makeup remover spray formulated to easily remove by instantly dissolving makeup - even the most stubborn waterproof kind - in one swipe with a super-effective, anhydrous, filler-free formula that contains only three ingredients, including conditioning vitamin E - leaving skin nourished and refreshed.

Available at Sephora and sephora.ca.

- Lisamarie -

Needful Things - St. Ives Cleanse & Hydrate Aloe Vera Hydrating Facial Cleansing Wipes

St. Ives Cleanse & Hydrate Aloe Vera Hydrating Facial Cleansing Wipes - 25 wipes - $9.49 -  instantly wipe away impurities and make-up - even waterproof mascara - to gently cleanse, soothe  and hydrate skin in one easy step and reveal skin’s natural radiance. 

The 100% naturally sourced aloe vera extract is gentle enough to be used around the sensitive eye area, while the alcohol free formula leaves skin feeling soft and hydrated. They're ideal for normal to  dry skin but they aren't oil free, so if you're combination to oily you're probably going to want to pass on these.

Available now at drug, grocery and mass retailers across Canada.

- Lisamarie -

This week I'm obsessed with... Neutrogena All-in-One Make-up Removing Cleansing Wipes Vanity Case!

Neutrogena All-in-One Make-up Removing Cleansing Wipes Vanity Case - 25 wipes - $11.99 -  large, soft, premoistened wipes infused with a mild cleansing lotion and skin-conditioning ingredients  to gently and effectively cleanse and remove all types of make-up without over-drying, leaving skin soft, refreshed and healthy looking all in one step.

These are my go-to wipes which have now been made even better with the addition of a hard shell case that snaps closed to prevent air from drying out the wipes, because let's face it, the sticker closure on the package does not stay sticky enough to keep the wipes wet for the whole life of the pack - and you only have to buy the case once, it's refillable!

I'm also pleased to announce that if you have never tried the wipes because your skin insists on something without fragrance, there is a fragrance free version now available!

Nationwide at food, drug and mass merchandisers

- Lisamarie -

Shiny skin is banished with Neutrogena, Simple and Olay!

Neutrogena Rapid Clear Oil-Removing Foaming Cleanser - 175ml - $10.99 - for fresh skin that's visibly shine-free for hours thanks to an effective oil-removing formula that lathers into a rich, creamy foam that quickly dissolves pore-clogging dirt, oil and even makeup without over drying and then rinses thoroughly clean, leaving skin free of greasy residue.

Olay Fresh Effects Clear Skin {Swirled Mattifier!} - 40ml - $12.99 - offers just the right amount of  hydration as it mattifies skin to instantly reduce the look of pores, shine and redness, brightens, smoothes, evens out skin tone and primes skin for makeup leaving it instantly looking beautiful and shine free.

This moisturizer is formulated with 10 complexion benefits in one bottle to leave your skin instantly looking beautiful and shine-free.

Simple Oil Balancing Cleansing Wipes - 25 wipes - $9.99 - gently cleanses and refreshes skin while removing excess oil and shine without leaving any sticky residue behind or drying out skin. With a 100% alcohol free formula that combines pro-vitamin B5 and vitamin E with skin-loving ingredients such as glycerin, zinc PCA and phytosphingosine to protect the skin's moisture barrier while helping reduce surface oil and control shine.

All are available at drug and mass retailers across Canada.

- Lisamarie -

This week I'm obsessed with... Dr Roebuck's Natural Cleansing Wipes

Dr Roebuck's Natural Cleansing Wipes - 30 wipes - $15.49 - refreshing antioxidant wipes that hydrate, restore and tone in one easy step and come infused with the soothing power of aloe, pomegranate and natural witch hazel, to purify the skin and help remove all traces of makeup, impurities and excess oil.

They won't take off waterproof eye makeup but I'm actually okay with that, I find that wipes that are that heavy-duty leave the rest of my face feeling a bit oily, but these ones will definitely get rid of the residue that your remover leaves behind!

Available at Shoppers Drug Mart stores across Canada and online at beautyboutique.ca.

- Lisamarie -

Burt's Bees Face Essentials Gift Set

Burt's Bees Face Essentials Gift Set - $22.98 - includes an assortment of four natural face-pleasing favorites.  that give you everything you need to nourish the face naturally: 

Facial Cleansing Towelettes with White Tea Extract - 10 cloths - remove make-up, cleanse and tone in one easy step; 

Soap Bark and Chamomile Deep Cleansing Cream - 170g - moisturizes as it gently removes make up and dirt;

Peach and Willow Bark Deep Pore Scrub  - 110g - deep cleans pores, gently exfoliates and polishes skin for a smoother complexion; and 

Coconut and Pear Lip Moisturizing Balm - to nourish and revitalize dry lips.

Available now for a limited time at drugstores across Canada.

- Lisamarie -

Ole Henriksen Love It All Blockbuster Skincare Set

Ole Henriksen Love It All Blockbuster Skincare Set - $72 -  features eight of their most-loved skin care essentials, perfect for the ultimate pampering experience to keep you glowing from head to toe throughout the holiday season.

Includes: Clean Truth Cleansing Cloths - 10 cloths - with their energizing scent and satiny texture, they gently cleanse, hydrate and illuminate in one step, sweeping away dirt, oil, and makeup; African Red Tea Foaming Cleanser - 45ml - with its uplifting aroma and delightfully frothy yet rich lather, it revives the skin as it cleanses deeply; Truth Serum Collagen Booster - 15ml - harnesses the power of vitamin C and potent antioxidants to brighten, revive, visibly firm and deeply hydrate the skin; Sheer Transformation - 15ml - contains multifruit acids and antioxidants that deliver weightless hydration and luminous perfection; Ultimate Lift Eye Gel - 7ml - is infused with cucumber and algae extracts to promote firmness as it hydrates the delicate complex eye area; Truth Sugar Glow Polishing Mask - 30g - features raw sugar, pure honey and pomegranate seed powder to gently polish and smooth as it brightens; Rub N’ Buff Salt Scrub - 141g - with a blend of sea salt, lemongrass and lavender oils, exfoliates, softens and smooths skin; along with the newest innovation from Ole Henriksen and my personal favourite product them them right now, Power Bright - 3 x 4ml - a three-step professional-strength intensive brightening system with an unprecedented 25% vitamin C concentrate for a refreshed and radiant Ole Glow.

Now only do you get a chance to try out all these great products in one easy package, it's also an amazing deal - it would cost  $121 to buy them separately!

Available now for a limited time at Sephora and sephora.ca.

- Lisamarie -

Avon Anew Clean has everything you need for perfectly cleansed skin!

Avon Anew Clean introduces a new line of skin cleansers that are great for all skin types:

Micellar Cleansing Water - 150ml - $14 - a great multi-tasker that cleanses, hydrates and tones with an isotonic water complex that works to attract and maintain moisture so skin feels softer and more revitalized - just smooth over skin with a cotton pad - no need to rinse off!

Refining Daily Scrub - 100ml - $14 - a creamy scrub that gently exfoliates and refines to improve the look and feel of skin texture to reveal fresher, brighter skin.

Revitalizing Toner - 200ml - $14 - with a refreshing formula that leaves skin feeling hydrated, moisturized and thoroughly cleansed.

Facial Cleansing Wipes - 24 wipes - $14 - pre-moistened wipes that cleanse in one easy step with a formula that leaves skin looking and feeling purified and refreshed.

And for an even better clean - use the Refining Daily Scrub (or any of your other daily cleansers) with:

Avon Deluxe Cleansing Brush - $12 - with pillow touch fibres that gently cleanse for brighter looking skin that are gentle enough to use on sensitive skin.

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

- Lisamarie -