This week I'm obsessed with... Schwarzkopf Professional BC Bonacure Peptide Repair Rescue Spray Conditioner!

Anyone with fine hair knows that too much or too heavy a conditioner will just leave hair  looking greasy and limp, while no conditioner leaves us with a tangled, flyaway mess! Our conditioning woes are now over thanks to...

 

Schwarzkopf Professional BC Bonacure Peptide Repair Rescue Spray Conditioner - 200ml - $15.99 - with a bi-phase, leave in formula perfect for fine to normal damaged hair that combines an efficient concentration of ingredients that instantly improve the feel of the hair, leaving it soft and supple. 

 

The benefits are immediate - moisture and elasticity are vastly improved bringing instantly enhanced manageability and vitality - and it detangles like a dream! It's easy to use, just make sure you give it a good shake so the two parts mix together and spray on towel tried hair - style as usual and prepare to be amazed! 

 

There is a whole line of products to compliment it I also love the Peptide Repair Rescue Micellar Shampoo - and if you don't have the fine hair issue, there are also products for thick to normal damaged hair so you don't need to feel left out!

 

Available at salons across Canada as well as a bunch of online retailers including Matt&Max, Chatters and Amazon.

 

- Lisamarie -

A few of my favourite things from Vasanti, Alya Skin and Le Mieux!

Vasanti Liquid Cover Up Oil-Free Foundation & Concealer - 16ml - $27 - in 12 shades made to mimic skin and deliver a natural finish: V0 - Fair; V1 - Fair to Light; V2 - Warm Light to Medium; V3 - Medium Neutral to Medium, V4 - Medium Golden to Tan; V6 - Tanned to Medium Deep; V8 - Medium Deep Warm; V10 Medium Deep Golden; V12 Deep Golden; V13 Deep Golden Red; V14 Deep Golden Yellow; V15 Deep Rich - with a lightweight formula that blends into skin and buildable coverage that evens out skintone while disguising under eye circles and camouflaging blemishes - a moisturizing, brightening concealer and foundation in one!

 

The brush applicator makes it very easy to apply and especially helpful under the eyes - it's a pretty small tube though to use as an all-over foundation every day. What I have been doing is drawing a line down each cheek and then applying my moisturizer - instant tinted moisturizer - then I apply under my eyes and on any problem spots that need covering and lastly finish off with the Vasanti Lotus Brightening Powder - $25 - in 4 shades: 100 Volts - Fair to Light; 200 Volts - Warm Soft Yellow; 300 Volts - Warm Peach; 400 Volts - Golden to Deep - it brightens the skin under eyes and blurs the appearance of pores, fine lines and wrinkles - the whole process takes less then 5 minutes and my skin looks flawless without any obvious makeup!

Available at select Shoppers Drug Mart stores across Canada and online at vasanticosmetics.ca and amazon.ca.

If you haven't tried anything from the Alya Skin line yet, it has become a lot easier - Shoppers Drug Mart is now carrying it! There are many wonderful products available that your skin will love but if your budget doesn't stretch to getting one of everything, I highly recommend you start off this:

 

Alya Skin Pink Perfect Australian Pink Clay Mask - 120g - $51.99 - specifically formulated with Vitamin E, Aloe Vera, Witch Hazel and Australian Kaolin Clay - a natural, gentle, soothing ingredient composed from a mix of incredibly natural minerals including quartz, mica and montmorillonite. Used every other day, this unique treatment defends the skin against the pollutants of oil, dirt and toxins, cleansing and revitalizing for bright, beautiful skin - that will feel so soft and smooth you won't believe it - best of all, unlike some clay masks, this one doesn't dry into a hard uncomfortable lump that has you running to wash it off!

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

Le Mieux Exotic Blossom Hand Cream - 40ml - $8 - with a velvety soft formula enriched with exotic cupuacu and kukui butters along with macadamia and cannabis oils work together to soothe, protect, and deeply moisturize dry hands and fingers while the rich aromas of Bulgarian rose, helichrysum, and chamomile flowers unfold and linger. For some reason my hands become drier with the season change from winter to spring then they are during the coldest days of winter - this softens them right up and makes them smell sublime!

Available online at lemieuxskincare.com.

- Lisamarie -

Fragrant Friday - Paco Rabanne 1 Million Elixir Parfum Intense

Paco Rabanne introduces the newest addition to their masculine line - deeper, stronger, richer and more intense and sensual than ever before:

 

Paco Rabanne 1 Million Elixir Parfum Intense - 50ml - $108, 100ml - $138, 200ml - $188 - with top notes of natural sweet apple oil and the first hints of the Davana leaves; heart notes of hand picked Turkish rose and osmanthus, a floral with leathery, apricot notes and wild grown tonka beans; and base notes of patchouli and cedar wood oil distillations and black vanilla seed pods.

Described as an amber woody fruity elixir it almost sounded like something that I would be wearing not the boy but as it turns out, it smells great on him - there is a little bit of sweetness to it but nothing I would call overly girly - does it make him smell confident and successful like it's supposed to? He smells great so sure, why not?! You will also appreciate that the formula is vegan with 91% natural origin ingredients and 100% cruelty free!

Available now at Hudson's Bay, Shoppers Drug Mart, Sephora, Nordstrom, Jean Coutu and London Drugs.

- Lisamarie -

This week I'm obsessed with... Fenty Skin Pre-Show Glow!

You know the way your skin feels after a really good facial and how easily your makeup glides onto perfectly polished skin? That's exactly the same feeling you will get with... 

Fenty Skin Pre-Show Glow - 30ml + Reusable Applicator - $52, 30ml Refill - $42 - a powerful exfoliating treatment loaded with 10% AHAs - glycolic, citric and lactic acids - help fade the look of pores and dark spots and improve skin's moisture content; rooibos - rich in AHAs and zinc to help revitalize and renew the appearance of skin; pomegranate, papaya, and cranberry enzymes -  help to visibly digest, lift, and loosen damaged surface cells.  The reusable applicator delivers gentle physical exfoliation, leaving skin feeling ultra-soft, looking radiant, and makeup-ready - with no redness or irritation, so no downtime. 

 

I like to do a little research before actually trying new products to get an idea of what other people think and the most complaints seemed to be about the smell and the bottle size. For me, neither was a concern - it's described as a a light, fruity-floral scent inspired by pomegranate and hibiscus and that's exactly how it smells to me - not the least bit objectionable. As for anyone complaining about the size - they must be using too much - I have been using it twice a week for over a month now and I have barely made a dent in it! You really just need a very small amount on a wet applicator. All I can think is they were doing it with the applicator dry in which case you would need a lot to make it wet enough to use - so just remember, wet face, wet applicator, a little bit of product and scrub face for 30-60 seconds - rinse face and prepare to have your skin feel just like a baby's butt - follow with your serum/moisturizer and makeup and admire the glow!

 

Part of the Clean at Sephora collection so free of all the crap that we don't want or need in our beauty products and available at Sephora stores across Canada and online at sephora.ca.

 

- Lisamarie -

Needful Things - Belif Aqua Bomb Hydrating Body Moisturizer

If you've ever wished for a giant vat of Belif's Aqua Bomb so that your whole body could just sink into it - wish granted (kind of)!

 

Belif Aqua Bomb Hydrating Body Moisturizer - 300ml - $39 - a fast-absorbing, lightweight body-moisturizing gel that intensely hydrates skin  with a unique silky finish without leaving a sticky or greasy residue behind. 

 

With a body quenching formula of: niacinamide - a visibly brightening, smoothing, hydrating ingredient that supports skin protein production; hyaluronic acid - helps skin retain moisture for a smoother, plumper appearance; and Lady's Mantle - to soothe skin - leaving skin looking hydrated, healthy and glowing - and because of the nice light feel will be just as great to use in the summer as it is now!

 

Available at Sephora stores across Canada and online at sephora.ca.

 

- Lisamarie -

This week I'm obsessed with... Vichy Liftactiv B3 Serum!

Vichy Liftactiv B3 Serum - 30ml - $62.95 - a silky light serum that works on dark spots and wrinkles to leave skin smooth and radiant.

The dual-action formula works on both the epidermis and skin surface and contains: 

 

5% Niacinamide (Vitamin B3) - visibly reduces the appearance of dark spots at the basal skin layer;

Glycolic Acid + Vitamin CG - works at the skin's surface level to help peel visible dark spots leaving skin more even and luminous;

 

and of course all the skin strengthening wonders of Vichy Volcanic Water.

Use it day and night - just a couple of drops under your regular skin care and look forward to reduced wrinkles and radiant skin!

Available at drug stores across Canada and online at vichy.ca.

- Lisamarie -

Great Gifting - Physicians Formula Rosé Kiss All Day Lip Kit

Looking for a last minute Valentine's Day gift or some new lippies for yourself at a great price? Then check out the gift of perfect lips...

 

Physicians Formula Rosé Kiss All Day Lip Kit - $14.99 - includes 3 antioxidant-packed, luxurious and flattering lip colours: Rosé Kiss All Day Glossy Lip Color in Blushing Mauve, Rosé Kiss All Day Glossy Lip Color in She’s A Wild Rose, Rosé Kiss All Day Velvet Lip Color in First Kiss along with a universal 3-in-1 pencil sharpener suited for a multitude of pencil sizes and types to give a precise point.

 

The pencil format makes them easy to apply and their stay-all-dayness gives them lots of staying power, even under a mask! 

Available at select drug and mass retailers across Canada and online at physiciansformula.com.

- Lisamarie -

Fragrant Friday - 3 classic fragrances from Carolina Herrera, Mugler and Chanel perfect for Valentine's Day!

Looking for a new fragrance for a gift or yourself? Sure you could buy something new but there is a lot to be said for a tried and true classic - and any of these will bring a smile to yours or your Valentine's face...

 

Carolina Herrera Good Girl - 50ml EDP - $120, 80ml EDP - $155 - a daring yet sophisticated fragrance with the sweet, alluring qualities of jasmine, richly fragrant cocoa, intoxicating tonka, vibrant almond and bold coffee.

 

Mugler Angel - 25ml EDP - $102, 50ml EDP - $145 - a sweetly addictive fragrance that blends delicious praline with a long-lasting base of patchouli leaf countered by bright Calabrian bergamot for a touch of freshness, igniting playful memories and sweet sensations.

Chanel Chance Eau Tendre - 50ml EDP - $135, 100ml EDP - $189, 150ml EDP - $227 - a floral fruity fragrance with notes of quince, grapefruit, hyacinth, jasmine, musk, iris, Virginia cedar and amber.

All are available at Hudson's Bay stores across Canada - with some or all also being available at Shoppers Drug Mart and Sephora stores as well as online at thebay.ca, beauty.shoppersdrugmart.ca and sephora.ca.

- Lisamarie -