Many readers write in with their oily/combination skin issues. Although that is not my own skin type, I thought, wow, I’m really not being fair when I am only reviewing products for my own skin type! Well say no more, my oily/combo friends… I know you want skincare that’s mattifying, purifying and natural. Am I […]

It took me a little while to get used to applying oil to my face. But now that I’ve started, I think I may be hooked. It will definitely be an ongoing staple for me during cooler months.

I’ve been getting a lot of sun this summer. A little too much, in fact. I’ve even started to get a little paranoid about inadequate sun protection. In 2 weeks, Mr. Beauty Nerd and I are heading off to sunny Mayan Riviera and I’m going to need all the sun protection I can get. Lucky […]

Over the last couple of years, I’ve noticed that my skin dries out extremely easily with foaming cleansers. As a result, I have forgone the foaming types and opted for the cream-based cleansers. Foaming is overrated anyway ;). For summer, however, my usual cream cleansers have proved to be a bit too heavy. Enter Weleda’s […]

Last Tuesday, my friend Danielle and I attended the Decléor Tea Party to celebrate {1} the reopening of the newly redesigned Decléor counter at The Bay Queen Street in Toronto and {2} the launch of their new line of skincare for oily skin types, called Aroma Pureté.

I’m doing all that I can to unwind after three long years of being in school. So when Bioré contacted me several months ago, to ask if I would be interested in hosting an at-home spa party for me and 3 or 4 of my girlfriends, I couldn’t refuse. I ended up inviting several of […]

Tomorrow is St. Patty’s Day, so today I thought I would create a little inspiration board filled with green beauty things to spread around some good luck!

Are you using a serum as part of your skincare regimen? I must admit, I didn’t find much of a need to use a serum in my 20s, but now that I’m in my early 30’s, I’ve been noticing that my skin needs a little more help than it has in the past. Lately, I’ve […]

Last week, I discovered Dior’s Crème de Rose Lip Balm on Pinterest and I was instantly smitten. Can you blame me? The beautifully moulded pot reminds me of the gorgeous detailings one might spot in the interior of a Parisian apartment.