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Many CanadaBeauty readers are self-proclaimed beauty junkies with a drawer full of beauty products! Everything... - MAKEUP - BEAUTY REVIEW
Name: Colour Riche Anti-Aging Serum Lipstick General Comments: I was tempted to try this line because... - NEED A NATURAL DEODORANT?
Earlier this month, French skincare brand Nuxe launched its Tonific Deodorant. This new deodorant is gentle...
Beauty: September 2009 Archives
BEAUTY ALERT!
Many CanadaBeauty readers are self-proclaimed beauty junkies with a drawer full of beauty products! Everything from lipgloss to mascara is bought and tried. In general, women are notorious for not throwing things out and it can sometimes be hard to remember when makeup was purchased.
That's where Beauty Alert! comes in. Beauty Alert! is a kit that contains 24 specially-designed stickers, 6 stickers for 4 different categories of product life.
Beauty Alert! stickers eliminate the need to remember when you bought your makeup because the "home use life span" is printed right on the label. You only need to write in the date you broke the seal on the product and apply the sticker directly onto the cosmetics container.
Sounds like a great idea for those of you that want to keep a close eye on your beauty hygiene and safety. Learn more about Beauty Alert! by visiting beautyalert.biz.
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MAKEUP - BEAUTY REVIEW
Name: Colour Riche Anti-Aging Serum Lipstick
General Comments: I was tempted to try this line because of the wide variety of available colours. Colour Riche Anti-Aging Serum Lipstick promises more definition and fullness for lips. The lipstick also contains pro-xylane and collagen to help achieve smoother, fuller, younger looking lips.
I purchased the Naturally Nude shade. The colour is a soft, pinkish nude and goes on easily with a light sheen.
After trying it out during a workday, I can say like it, but don't love it. The colour is pretty, but it wears off relatively quickly and it's not moisturizing enough for lips.
Approx Price: $9.99
Where to Get It: Drugstores and general department stores.
Interested in submitting a beauty review? Email beauty@thebrandsclub.com with the name of the beauty product you tried and your general comments. We will list your review as anonymous, but if you want your name in the beauty review, just let us know. We look forward to hearing from you!
NEED A NATURAL DEODORANT?
Earlier this month, French skincare brand Nuxe launched its Tonific Deodorant. This new deodorant is gentle and formulated with 98% natural ingredients. Tonific Deodorant contains no aluminum salts, parabens or alcohol and will not sting or irritate skin. It reduces perspiration and eliminates odours naturally and safely. Key ingredients include coconut oil, corn starch and bamboo.
For those of you that have trouble using regular deodorants without irritation (and we know there are many of you) this seems to be a great alternative. It retails for approx $15-$18 per 50ml bottle and can be found at The Bay and at a variety of online retailers including Yahoo Shopping.
BEAUTY & BREAST CANCER AWARENESS
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and we encourage you to support this very worthwhile cause by contributing in any way you can. Many beauty companies are supporting Breast Cancer Awareness Month and one way you can easily support the cause is by picking up one of the many beauty products specially designed for the cause. We've highlighted some of our favourite beauty buys below.
Estee Lauder Elizabeth Hurley Lip Set - This limited-edition lip set includes lipgloss, lipstick and liner in a custom pink ribbon cosmetic case. Available at Estee Lauder department store counters across Canada.
Pink Tribute Lipstick Kit by Lisa Watier - This kit comes equipped with a variety of lip shades and can be purchased at drugstores across Canada.
OPI Pink of Hearts 2009 Edition Nail Lacquer - Pick up this fantastic coloured nail polish and support the cause! Can be purchased where professional nail care products are sold.
Tweezerman Pink Ribbon Slant Tweezers - This adorable limited-edition pink tweezer is perfect for your everyday grooming needs. Get it at drugstores nationwide.
Clinique Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion - A quality moisturizer perfect for the coming winter weather. Available at Clinique counters across Canada.
THE BRANDS CLUB - DEAL OF THE DAY
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Members of The Brands Club also get an additional 5% cashback on all Avon.ca purchases. If you're not already a member, join for free today and access great deals and cashback!
HAIR CARE - READER QUESTION OF THE WEEK
I straighten by hair with a ceramic straightner but after a few hours it becomes wavy, is there any product you would recommend that can help keep it straight? - Liz, New Westminster, British Columbia
I find that I get better results if I try to blow out the hair first to a smoother finish. I will use a straightening serum like Bumble and Bumble's Straight followed by Bumble's Holding Spray or Spray de Mode (these help defy humidity and protect the hair from the heat of the iron). If you live in a humid or rainy climate, like New West, protecting your hair with a hat also helps.
Canada's Beauty Blog Hair Care Expert is Bliss Hair Studio. Bliss Hair Studio is one of downtown Vancouver's premier salons. From the moment you walk into Bliss, you'll feel at home. Bliss is a full-service salon offering exceptional hair care, make-up and nail care. Each member of the Bliss staff is dedicated to pampering clients with excellent advice and care. If you're in the Vancouver area, we encourage you to check them out. If you have a hair care question for the Bliss experts, you can send them to
JENNIFER LOVE HEWITT OPENS UP TO SHAPE MAGAZINE
Jennifer Love Hewitt has famously battled her weight over the years is now back in shape and looking better than ever. She appears on the cover of October's Shape Magazine and discuses her diet, health and overall attitude about life. We thought we would pass on some of her tips on staying fit and positive.
- "Instead of piling up food in my fridge that says, 'Come eat me!' I keep enough for only a couple of days," the actress, 30, says.
- Boyfriend of seven months Jamie Kennedy, who costars with her on CBS' Ghost Whisperer, also helps. "He's inspired me to improve my diet," she says. "He has a salad with every meal, plus lots of fruit, fish, and vegetables."
- Ever since she turned 30 this past February, she gives herself positive affirmations. "I fall asleep feeling beautiful," she says. "Then, in the morning, before I leave the house, I say five things I love about myself, like, 'You have really pretty eyes.' That way I can go out into the world with that little bit of extra confidence. It's a feel-good protein shake in my back pocket in case someone messes with me that day."
To read the full interview with Jennifer Love Hewitt, click here.
HOTTEST FITNESS GADGET - FITBIT!
Fitbit has been in high demand since it showcased at TechCrunch50 Expo last year. Now its finally ready to hit store shelves and we're planning on being the first in line for this new fitness must-have!
What is Fitbit? It's a small, technologically advanced device that clips to your clothing and tracks steps taken, distance travelled, calories burned and quality of sleep throughout the day and night. The Fitbit tracks your motion in three dimensions and converts this into useful information about your daily activities.
The Fitbit screen will provide info instantly and because Fitbit is wireless, you can activate it so that all data gets automatically synchronized to your computer and then the web through a wireless base station. Fitbit will monitor your daily progress and allow you to see how active you are on a daily basis. It also allows you to easily see improvements in your overall health, fitness and activity levels. You can even plug in your daily diet so that calories consumed are noted.
For someone wanting to keep a close eye on their health, fitness and overall lifestyle, Fitbit is said to be ideal and for approx $99 it might be worth it for many of us. We'll provide a review once we've got one of our own!
SPOOFING LATISSE
Molly Sims, Rachael Harris, and Andrea Savage get together for Will Ferrell' s site Funny or Die to spoof lash grower Latisse. Hilarious!
TIME FOR HAIR INJECTIONS?
In today's beauty news, we write about renowned beauty treatment Mesotherapy. Mesotherapy has been used by many to tone and firm skin as well as minimize cellulite, promote weight loss and treat sagging skin. Britney Spears is one of the celebs who has allegedly used it to treat cellulite.
For those of you that have never heard of Mesotherapy, it's a process that involves injecting tiny amounts of natural extracts, homeopathic agents, pharmaceuticals and vitamins directly into the skin. It's a painless procedure that using quick, small injections to target areas.
Now Mesotherapy is being touted as the next big hair growth treatment for use on both men and women. Jude Law is said to undergo the treatment and the results have helped improve the thickness and amount of hair he has (which has always been very thin).
The idea behind Mesotherapy for the hair is that the medicine gets directly injected into the scalp with less medicine being needed and a faster result than with more traditional hair growth methods. Costs range from $2400 - $4000 per year for treatment. If hair loss or density is a problem for you, you might want to consider getting more info on Mesotherapy by visiting your local skin care or hair care expert.
NEW CHRISTINA AGUILERA FRAGRANCE LAUNCHES
ONE HOT BEAUTY MINUTE!
Fans of Benefit Cosmetics have been talking a lot lately about Benefit's newest beauty must-have called One Hot Minute.
One Hot Minute is a guaranteed beauty fix and a great powder for brightening up and adding radiance to your face and décolleté. This finishing powder is a light, rose-gold and gives an instant healthy radiance to skin.
Its available now at Benefit Cosmetics counters nationwide and members of The Brands Club can purchase their Benefit products with 4% cashback. Sign up for free at www.thebrandsclub.com.
MAC COSMETICS GETS DSQUARED2
On September 28, 2009, Mac Cosmetics will preview their newest collection, Dsquared2. The collection includes eight new innovative beauty products.
With one of fall's hottest makeup trends being a dramatic eye, the most popular product from the Mac Dsquared2 Collection is bound to be "greasepaint". Available in stick form, "greasepaint" is bold eye colour for the eyes. It comes in black, blue and violet and is guaranteed to make your eyes pop! Other new products in the line include:
- Sculpt and Shape Powder Duos
- Lipsticks (Nude and Blood Red)
- Lip Erase (A lip balm that erases natural colour from the lip).
- Tinted Lip Conditioner
- Kohl Power Pencil
- Gloss Texture (colour-free gel for face and body shine)
The Dsquared2 Mac Cosmetics Collection will officially launch at Mac counters in both Canada and the US on October 12, 2009. If you're a fan of Dsquared2, check out CanadaStyle.ca for an interview with co-founder Dean Caten.
EGYPTIAN MAGIC?
At Canada's Beauty Blog, we love beauty products that multi-task! A great example of a beauty multi-tasker is Egyptian Magic All-Purpose Healing Skin Cream. Launched in 1991 with no ad dollars or marketing, this cream has steadily grown in popularity and is now the
go-to all-purpose cream. From everyday families to celebrity fans like Madonna, Kate Hudson and Eva Mendes, eveyone seems to find their own unique use for this diverse cream.
Egyptian Magic is based on an ancient formula that blends olive oil with several bee products to produce a skin and hair cream with remarkably curative and regenerative effects. Fans use it as a moisturizer for skin and hair, to heal cuts, burns, bruises and scars and to deal with just about any kind of skin care problem.
According to their website, despite all of the success, Egyptian Magic is made the same way today as it was in 1991 - by hand, one batch at a time. There's no magic in that, just hard work and an obsessive commitment to quality control.
This type of cream is ideal to have in the house and is a great product for your whole family. You can pick up Egyptian Magic at Whole Foods Markets and a variety of other health food retailers, salons, spas and health practitioners in the US and Canada. At $36.00 per jar, it's a beauty bargain!
CHLOE LAUNCHES NEW FRAGRANCE
French fashion house Chloé has a dedicated, passionate following for both their fashion and fragrance collection. This month, Chloé launches its new Chloé Eau de Parfum Intense. It's an intense fragrance with strong rose and floral notes including magnolia and lily of the valley. Sparkling pink pepper, sandalwood and tonka bean help make this a decadent addition to the Chloé fragrance collection.
For a different, unique and bold scent, try out the new Chloé Intense at your local fine department store. Chloé Eau de Parfum Intense retails for approx $110.00 for 1.7 oz.
BEAUTY NEWS RUNDOWN
As we mentioned in an earlier post, one of fall hottest makeup trends is bold, red lips. At yesterday's Emmy Awards many of Hollywood's top stars chose a strong red lip for the red carpet. Drew Barrymore, Leighton Meester, Patricia Arquette and Hayden Panetierre were just some of the starlets who went red. For more info on Emmy style, check out Canada's Style Blog.
Dancing with the Stars alum Karina Smirnoff is writing a lifestyle book. Beauty will be a huge component of the book and each chapter will feature a beauty home remedy. Karina hopes to share her favourite beauty secrets including using ice cubes to improve circulation and everyday beauty with aloe vera. Keep an eye out for the book in 2010.
Teen queen Ashley Tisdale is once again a blonde. She originally dyed her hair brown earlier this year and has now opted to go back to her original blonde locks. Katherine McPhee also recently cut and dyed her hair blonde. Blonde is hot!
PRESCRIPTIVES MAKEUP IS CLOSING
It's true. Another iconic beauty brand is closing shop (the first was Max Factor earlier this year). Prescriptives will not launch any additional products and will cease production immediately. Inventory will likely start to dwindle down soon and parent company Estee Lauder will officially shut the doors on or before January 31, 2010.
If you're a fan of Prescriptives, be sure to stock up on products at your local department store. Members of The Brands Club can stock up today with cashback. If you're not already a member, join for free today.
PAMELA ANDERSON SET TO LAUNCH "MALIBU"
In today's beauty news, Pamela Anderson is launching her own line of beauty products called Malibu.
The new line will be fun, beachy and light. Pamela aims to bring her casual real-life Malibu style to her collection with light, romantic fragrances and sensuous body products.
The Malibu collection will feature fragrances, makeup and bath & body products. The first products to launch will be two fragrances titled Malibu Day and Malibu Night. Additional products (bath, body, makeup, etc) will launch in 2010.
The fragrances will be available in November of this year and will be sold at CVS and Rite-Aid pharmacies across the United States. The products will later launch in drugstores worldwide
SEPTEMBER BEAUTY INDULGENCE - BEER SOAP
I recently came across The Beer Soap Company when searching for a gift. Believe it or not, you can actually purchase beer soap. Its fun, original soap with the dominant ingredient being beer. Ladies, don't worry, you won't smell like beer! The soaps have a lovely, soft scent and there is an entire fruit/vegetable line dedicated to those of you that love highly feminine scents!
With over 45 varieties of beer soap, you're sure to find at least a few that pique your interest. The Beer Soap Company soaps contain a variety of moisturizers and fragrance (none of the soaps actually smell like beer) and include nourishing ingredients like pure olive oil, cocoa butter, shea butter, jojoba, sweet almond oil, vegetable wax and other skin loving ingredients. The soaps are vegan and not tested on animals.
The Beer Soap Company product line is extensive and options include the Apple Jack Peeled Apple Cider Soap, Banana Nut Bread Beer Soap, Cherry Cedarwood Beer Soap, Bamboo Teak Beer Soap, Black Pepper & Lime Beer Soap, Essential Citrus Beer Soap and Patchouli & Lemongrass Beer Soap. Great as a gift or as a treat for yourself, this unique beauty buy is both fun and practical. Get more info at www.thebeersoapco.com.
TOUSLED, TEXTURED HAIR IS BACK
Wavy, textured hair is making a comeback this fall. Featured on the runways in Paris and New York as well as on recent red carpets, wavy, bouncy hair is back with a vengeance.
Everyone from Beyonce to Hilary Duff to Nicole Ritchie are sporting a more relaxed, natural hair look.
The MTV Video Music Awards were a prime example of how the style has come back with Beyonce, Leighton Meester and others going wavy and texured.
To get the look yourself, be sure to use a large barreled curling iron and products designed for wavy hair. Great products to try this fall include the Sally Hershberger Shagg line, Garnier Fructis Curl Shaping Gel Spray and the Catch the Wave by Aussie.
So ladies, its time to consider putting the flat iron away and letting loose!
GIVENCHY MAKEUP NOW IN CANADA!
Our prayers have been answered! Givenchy Makeup has finally come to Canada.
The Givenchy Makeup line is now carried in Canada and can be found at Sephora. The complete collection includes the incredibly popular Phenomen'Eyes, Rouge Interdit Satin Lipstick, Eye Fly Lash Extender Mascara, Mister Mat Foundation Primer, Prisme Again! Compact Powder Quartet and Gloss Poetique Natural Color-Enhancer Lip Gloss.
Givenchy makeup ranges in price from $24 - $53. Visit your local Sephora for more info and to stock up!
THE BRANDS CLUB - DEAL OF THE DAY
Save up to 50% off top brand name skin care items at Dermadoctor.com. Kinerase, Afirm, Brite Smile, Zeno, Fusion Beauty, Ahava and Revitalash are just some of the brands you can get on sale.
Members of The Brands Club also get an additional 5% cashback on all Dermadoctor.com purchases. If you're not already a member, join for free today for great deals and cashback!
FREE YOGA - SEPTEMBER IS NATIONAL YOGA MONTH
In today's beauty news, September is National Yoga Month and cities across North America are offering a week of free yoga classes!
Have you always wanted to try yoga? Now is the perfect time to try it out and see for yourself what its like. We speak from personal experience when we say that yoga is a fantastic way to relieve stress, get toned and put in a good workout.
Give it a try this month for free. Cities offering free yoga weeks include Vancouver, Calgary, New York, Los Angeles, Toronto, Charleston, Chicago, Miami and Dallas, Detroit and Salt Lake City. Be sure to visit yogamonth.org for a full listing!
NEW SALLY HANSEN NAIL TREATMENT PENS
Click and fix! Need a painless easy way to deal with those tiresome (but necessary) nail treatments? Sally Hansen has launched a line of nail treatment pens designed to simplify your beauty routine. With these handy pens you can treat and correct a variety of nail concerns with a quick click. It's a definite must buy!
The treatment pens include:
Quick Care Growth Treatment - Helps to instantly strengthen and nourish nails with triple proteins, gingko, safflower oil and keratin.
Quick Care Strength Treatment - Strengthens, protects and bonds weak nails together with bamboo, pro-vitamin B5 and cactus extract.
Quick Care Seal & Shine Top Coat - Instantly protects nail colours and help manicure last longer and resist chipping with bamboo and panthenol.
You can pick these pens up at your local drugstore or pharmacy. If you try them out, don't forget to let us know what you think!
RELIVE THE 80'S WITH COLOURED MASCARA
This season, coloured mascara is making a comeback. More and more women (on and off the runway) are indulging in this relatively inexpensive beauty buy. It's a simple way to add colour to your face and stay in line with trends.
Popular colours for mascara include green, navy, purple and grey. Brand name beauty companies are now offering colour mascaras as part of their beauty lineup. Almay, Yves Saint Laurent, Bourjois and CoverGirl are among the top companies where you can find some great colours.
Be adventurous with your next mascara purchase and try this easy, fun, fall eye trend!
HARLEY PASTERNAK - FITNESS/HEALTH TIP OF THE WEEK
With fall now upon us, see below for a couple of great fitness and health tips from renowned trainer Harley Pasternak.
Protein please!
It is the building block for the body's most important parts - from muscles, hormones and enzymes to skin, organs, and blood. Eat protein with every meal to ensure your body has all the nourishment it needs.
Switch up
Believe it - bodies get bored too! Switching up your workout routine will provide an added challenge and encourage your metabolism to work to its full capacity.
Harley is recognized for getting many of Hollywood's top celebrities into the best shape of their lives. Everyone from Jessica Simpson to Kanye West has turned to Harley for his expertise.
Harley Pasternak MSc. is Canada's leading expert on fitness and nutrition. He is a seasoned author, and sought after speaker on the subject of maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Harley is currently sharing his expertise with Canadians demonstrating how to make real choices for a real lifestyle with FUZE Shape.
RACHEL ZOE - FRAGRANCES & SKIN CARE ON THE WAY
In today's beauty news, celebrity stylist and reality tv star Rachel Zoe has decided to expand her style empire with a beauty division.
In addition to her accessories line (available at QVC), Rachel Zoe plans on creating a fragrance and skin care line. The rumour mill is claiming that the line will include more than one fragrance and vitamin-enriched skin care products. We'll keep you posted on launch dates!
LUSH LAUNCHES VANILLARY LINE
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his month, Lush Cosmetics introduces Vanillary, their newest home and body fragrance.
The Vanillary line was created after the huge success of the Vanilla Fountain Bath Bomb. The Vanillary line is perfect for any vanilla lover. The scent is smooth and velvety with a delicious base of vanilla, blended with tonka bean and jasmine. It's a soft, comforting and deliciously wonderful fragrance.
The Vanillary line offers both a Vanillary Atomizer and Solid Perfume. Members of The Brands Club can purchase products from Lush.com with cashback. If you're not already a member, join for free today.
THE 10-MINUTE BEAUTY ROUTINE
The Toronto Star online recently posted a story on streamlining your beauty routine. The article stressed that when it comes to speeding up your beauty routine, it's all about the right tools (we couldn't agree more).
The article went into detail about colour, hair and skin routines. "Primping in 10 minutes or less is a realistic goal as long as you have all that you need - and nothing you don't - immediately available." You can read the full article here.
CANADIAN BEAUTY SHOP - MURALE
Murale is the brainchild of the Shoppers Drug Mart Corporation and is a premier beauty shop with unprecedented luxury brands in the skin care, fragrance, dermatological and makeup fields. The key benefit with shopping at Murale is stellar customer service and expert care. The reps behind the counter really know what they're talking about and can guide you in all matters of beauty.
Murale is opening up stores this fall in Calgary and Vancouver. Calgary Fashion Central will have a Murale on October 3 and Vancouver's store will open in the Oakridge Shopping Centre on October 31.
You can truly splurge in Murale stores and brands carried include Bobbi Brown, Chanel, Nars, Donna Karen, Prada and much more. You can also access Murale's sophisticated dermatological area showcasing the latest in skin care.
If you want to check out a Murale store for yourself, they can be found in Toronto, Montreal, Ottawa and soon Vancouver and Calgary. Be sure to let us know what you think!
ONE OF FALL'S HOTTEST NAIL SHADES - CHANEL JADE
One of this season's hottest (and much hyped about) nail shades is Jade by Chanel.
The revered house of Chanel is planning to launch the much-discussed Chanel Jade Nail Collection next month in department stores nationwide. There has been huge buzz about the jade polish since it's debut during the Chanel Fall 2009 runway show.
Chanel will launch two special jade polishes; one in jade rose and the other in the original green jade shade. Keep an eye out for it next month; it's the must-have polish for fall!
BRITNEY SPEARS - CIRCUS FANTASY
Our favourite pop princess Britney Spears is releasing her newest fragrance this month titled Circus Fantasy.
It's Britney's eighth fragrance and is inspired and named after her current world tour and top selling album. Previous best-selling fragrances for Britney include Curious, Hidden Fantasy and the original Britney Spears fragrance. Britney fragrances are released in partnership with Elizabeth Arden and the partnership has been a goldmine for both parties.
Circus Fantasy fragrance notes include sugarcoated raspberry, apricot, blue peony, waterlilly, red sweetheart orchid, musk and vanilla.
The fragrance is available in a blue flacon shaped bottle and it's sure to be a great holiday gift. Available sizes include 3.3 fl.oz. and 1.7 fl.oz.
[Photo of Britney Spears courtesy of PR Photos]
LANCOME LAUNCHES "DECLARING INDIGO" COLLECTION
There has been a lot of buzz about blue and indigo eye colours for fall. Lancôme is part of that buzz with their newest fall makeup collection titled Declaring Indigo. The collection is said to be inspired by French irreverence - bold, charming, elegant and feminine.
The Declaring Indigo limited-edition line features an eye palette library with four different shade options, an illuminating smooth powder, colour fever gloss, colour fever matte lipstick, striking nail lacquers and blush.
This line is bold and perfectly in tune with current makeup trends. To view the collection in its entirety, visit Lancome.ca. Remember, members of The Brands Club receive 13% on Lancome.ca purchases. So if you're not already a member, join for free today and get your shopping done with cashback.
LOOK OUT BOTOX - HERE COMES DYSPORT
The newest anti-wrinkle facial filler to hit the market is Dysport. Their is a lot of hype behind Dysport with many saying its longer lasting, fast acting and cheaper than its rival Botox. Like Botox, Dysport is injected into the skin and treats deep wrinkles and lines by immobilizing muscles.
There are however, some differences between Botox and Dysport. According to studies, Dysport takes affect in just three days versus the typical seven days it takes BOTOX users to see results. Dysport results can also last longer in some patients versus Botox (this is debatable among some doctors). Dysport is also slightly cheaper than Botox.
Want to give Dysport a try? Visit your dermatologist or specialist for additional info and to determine whether Dysport is right for you.
BATH & BODY - BEAUTY REVIEW
Name: Dove Go Fresh Burst Body Wash and Bar Soap
General Comments: I have seen the commercials for the "Go Fresh" Dove line a million times. I stopped by my local drugstore last week and saw the line was on sale. After a quick whiff, I decided to try the Go Fresh Burst Body Wash and Bar Soap. It smelled that good!
The Burst products have the scent of nectarine and white ginger and smell light, fresh and like summer. I can't stress enough how good these products smelled in the shower!
Both the body wash and bar soap were thick and fragrant. I love the fact that even a couple of hours, I could still smell the scent on my skin! It's a definite re-buy for me.
Approx Price: $4.99 - $6.99
Where to Get It: Drugstores and general department stores.
Interested in submitting a beauty review? Email beauty@thebrandsclub.com with the name of the beauty product you tried and your general comments. We will list your review as anonymous, but if you want your name in the beauty review, just let us know. We look forward to hearing from you!
CELEBRITY BEAUTY NEWS - KRISTIN DAVIS
In today's beauty news, the blogosphere is abuzz with the news that Ahava Dead Sea Laboratories has not renewed their contract with Sex and the City star Kristin Davis.
It's been a rough month for Kristin who was let go of her post in August as an Oxfam Ambassador because of her ties with Ahava. Oxfam is against Ahava using materials from and manufacturing their products in the disputed Palestinian West Bank region. This posed a conflict of interest and Oxfam dropped Kristin.
Now it has been confirmed that Ahava has dropped Kristen as their spokesperson. Poor Kristen, at least she has Sex and the City II to fall back on.
L'OREAL ELNETT HAIRSPRAY RETURNS TO CANADA
In the world of hairspray, no product is more revered than L'Oreal Elnett Hairspray and it's now available in Canada! If you aren't familiar with Elnett, then this may not sound like big news, but for those of you who are familiar with this iconic hairspray, the fact that it's now available in Canada is a huge deal.
The 50-year old beauty product has been used by runway stylists, models and European glamour girls for years. Elnett Hairspray is an ultra-fine mist that gives spectacular hold and shine without stiffness. You can brush through this spray and because it's so fine, you won't get any flakes or roughness/stickiness.
Elnett Hairspray has not been available in North America since 1987 due to the product's use of fluorocarbons as propellants. So women have been smuggling it back from European vacations ever since. Now the product is available again in North America (it has been revamped to be more environmentally friendly). If you're in the market for a new hairspray, you might want to try this one out and see if it lives up to the legend.
HIGH DEFINITION MAKEUP
This year, there has been alot of buzz about high definition makeup. With light reflecting properties and ingredients designed to give you the most flawless face possible, high definition makeup can be a real asset to some. Perfect for women with troubled skin and older skin, high definition makeup works to hide flaws like spots, scars, wrinkles, etc. Great to use when planning on taking photos, being on video or simply as an everyday makeup when hanging out with friends.
More and more cosmetic companies are jumping on board with their own take on high definition makeup including Cargo, Dior, Makeup For Ever, Smashbox and even Chanel. Is it clever marketing or is this a needed makeup option? The experts are split on whether high definition makeup is both necessary and effective. Consumers though, seem interested, and it doesn't look like its going away anytime soon.
One of the newest companies to debut a high definition makeup collection is Canadian company Cargo Cosmetics. The blu_ray high definition line features pressed powder, a mattifier, blush, highlighter, lip gloss and mascara. If you're interested in learning more about high definition makeup stop by your local department store cosmetics counters and try the products on yourself. You might be be pleasantly surprised!
NEW CANADIAN ORGANIC HAIR & SKIN CARE LINE
Earlier this summer, Canadian beauty company d'Avicenna launched a new line of family-friendly, certified organic hair care and skin care products called eaurganic.
The line was developed in response to Canadian families growing concerns over harmful chemicals in everyday hair and skin care products. The eaurganic collection is pure, safe, effective and affordable. It includes two shampoos, conditioner, shower gel, liquid soap and body lotion. All of the products are free from sulfates, parabens, fragrance and any artificial ingredients.
Safe for the whole family and not tested on animals, this line is a great choice for those looking for safer, yet still effective, family hair and skin care. We also love the fact that all of the products are made in Canada and certified organic. If you end up trying the line, feel free to send us a review. You can get eaurganic products at a wide variety of stores including Whole Foods. If you're interested in learning more, check out the eaurganic.com website.
CALVIN KLEIN LAUNCHES NEW MENS FRAGRANCE
Most men admit that their cologne is purchased by their wives, girlfriends or mothers. So for all you ladies looking for a new fragrance for that special guy in your life, Calvin Klein launches their newest male fragrance on September 15. ckfree is inspired by the modern, independent man who lives every day to the fullest.
ckfree is a warm woody fragrance, fresh and casual. Fragrance notes include absinthe, juniper berry, suede, South African buchu and Texan cedarwood. This scent is not strong and is perfect for the guy that wants a lighter scent for work and play.
Prices start at $32.00 and ckfree will be available in fine department stores on September 15, 2009. Keep an eye out for it!
KIEHL'S RELEASES IMPERIAL BODY BALM
One of our favourite skin care companies, Kiehl's, has just launched the luxurious Imperial Body Balm.
This new body balm is inspired by old-world Russia herbal remedies and is extremely rich and nourishing. It promises to protect skin from signs of premature aging due to dryness, exposure to harsh climates and general environmental effects.
The key ingredients in the Imperial Body Balm are sea buckthorn berry oil, cocoa butter and honey. These ingredients deeply hydrate, regenerate and comfort dry and dull skin. They also accelerate cell turnover to continuously reveal new radiant skin and help protect the skin from environmental damage. The Imperial Body Balm also smells divine (think soft vanilla with a touch of musk).
If you're looking for a rich moisturizer, think about picking up the Imperial Body Balm. If you're already a member of The Brands Club, you'll receive 5% cashback on Keihls.com purchases. If you're not already a member, take the time to join for free today.
GLAMOUR SURPRISES US WITH A "REAL WOMAN"
For the past week and a half, bloggers from across North America have been writing about the September Glamour article and model Lizzie Miller. Lizzie Miller is a plus-size model and she represents "real women" at a size 12-14.
The Glamour readers loved the photo and story, but many bloggers seemed a tab negative. What do you think of the photo? We love it and bravo to Glamour for featuring a real woman comfortable in her own skin!
AYALA HERBAL WATER - A BEAUTY SECRET?
The September issue of Harper's Bazaar interviews the top supermodels of the 90's that are now into their 40's to discuss anti-aging and beauty/skin care.
Claudia Schiffer is one of the models who are profiled in the Harpers Bazaar article and she looks amazing. Claudia reveals she drinks water with lemon and ginger. She reveals that this simple and easy add-on to her diet gives her skin a healthy look. If you want to try it out yourself, Ayala Herbal Water comes in a pre-mixed Ginger Lemon Peel flavour and is a zero calorie beverage. We at Canada's Beauty Blog love flavoured water and we especially love ones that are not too fruity. Ayala Herbal Water has a subtle, very fresh taste.
You can get Ayala Herbal Water in six flavours - Lemongrass Mint Vanilla, Lavender Mint, Lemon Verbena Geranium, Cloves Cardamom Cinnamon, Cinnamon Orange Peel, and Ginger Lemon Peel. Our favourite is Lemongrass Mint Vanilla! For more info, check out www.herbalwater.com.
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FALL MAKEUP TRENDS
Now that summer is on its way out, it's time to focus on fall inspired makeup and the hottest fall looks for the coming season. This fall's makeup is bold and promises to make a statement.
Lips - Fall's lip colour of choice is a bold rep lip. Go with scarlet and brownish reds.
Lashes/Eyes - Smoky kohl and charcoals were all the rage on the fall runways and definitely translate to everyday women. Feel free to use colour on the eye. Stick with shades like blues and greens. Coloured eyeliner is also making a comeback with blue eyeliner getting a lot of attention. Long lashes are still a hot topic and with more women trying out fake lashes and products like Latisse, the long lash look will last through fall.
Foundation & Nails - Nail colours continue to be matte for fall. With nail polish, think industrial shades and with foundation think a natural, matte fashion that evens out the skin tone, but doesn't get cakey.
CELEBRITY BEAUTY NEWS - DITA, KIM & MEGAN
In today's beauty news, Dita Von Teese recently told fans via Twitter that she is writing a beauty book. It will be published next year and will feature Dita's tips on hair, makeup, skin care and more. In her message to fans she also shared some of her favourite beauty products saying: "My favourite foundation is L'Oreal True Match. I use N1. It's Cher's favourite too! Sadly, matte lipsticks are becoming extinct, especially in the drugstore. Everything is glossy! I like MAC Ruby Woo."
Kim Kardashian is launching her own perfume next year with Lighthouse Beauty. Expect to see it in stores Spring 2010.
Megan Fox has just been announced as the new face of Armani fragrances. She replaces superstar Beyonce.
HAIR CARE - READER QUESTION OF THE WEEK
What is the hottest style right now? I want to get a cut and style and I want it to be fashionable and trendy (I'm 20 yrs old and don't mind going drastic!). It seems like a lot of celebrities are going shorter. Is this the trend right now? - Sara, Toronto, Ontario
If you are looking for the hottest style, I would look to celebrities like Victoria Beckham for her short and textured cut. It is important to find a stylist who can work with your type of hair and personalize the cut for you and your lifestyle.
Canada's Beauty Blog Hair Care Expert is