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I’m pretty sure everyone knows of the Marcelle brand of skincare and cosmetics. They’ve been a drugstore staple for as long as I remember, definitely since I was a teenager. Yes, that was only last month, but no matter Read the rest of this entry »

I’ve whinged before about my annoying lack of lashes — you know, I have just seven of them, three on one lid, four on the other? And they like to switch lids without telling? My mum has sparse lashes, too — she’s not a fan of how they look if she wears mascara: like skinny little spikes with too much space between them, I think she said. And yep, I have the same issue. Read the rest of this entry »

I’m not so different from most women, despite the amount of makeup at my disposal. I have my favourites, my 4-subway-stop makeup routine (that’s concealer, powder, liner, mascara, brows, blush and lip gloss). I also favour quite a natural look — you might have noticed in the photos I keep posting (hey, I’m the only face available to me at all hours that doesn’t mind hanging around through 453 shots until I get a good one). But this summer, I’ve added a little green to my repertoire. And it still looks natural, natch. Read the rest of this entry »

Green Beaver, Green Beaver, Green Beaver. I know, it’s an innocuous name you’ll have trouble remembering. But try. If you’re into natural and organic beauty care, you’ll want to. Read the rest of this entry »

Live Clean is a Canadian line of eco-friendly shampoos and conditioners made without sulphates, phosphates, DEA or parabens. Available in formulations to invigorate, moisturize or volumize, the products contain certified-organic botanical extracts and are housed in fully recyclable plastic bottles. (Click here for more info.)

New to the Live Clean family is the Pink Fire duo for colour-treated hair. Read the rest of this entry »

As soon as I find out someone has oily skin (yes, I do that quite often), I tell her she needs M.A.C Blot Powder pressed powder. Oh goodness, I just realized that’s exactly what happens. I don’t ask whether she uses it, I tell her she must. Well so she should. Men, too. Read the rest of this entry »

Feel hot? Wanna look hot? In a good way?

Check out my 10 Summer Beauty Tips on Homemakers.com for looking beat-the-heat terrific from head to toe. Fun advice and some great new and staple products to try, including some of my favourites. (I know, I have more favourites than most folks. It’s a beautiful cross to bear. *grin*)

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Photo: Darren Whear. Model: Alexis Jardin. Makeup: JF

C’mon, plant a tree with me. Plant a whole bunch. Seriously! You won’t even break a nail, I promise.

La Coupe Orgnx is a Canadian collection of shampoos, conditioners, treatments and styling products made without sulphates, parabens or diethanolamine (DEA). Certified organic botanical ingredients include avocado, fig, nettle, hibiscus and olive oil, as well as extracts from moringa seeds. And with every purchase of any Orgnx item, the company donates a portion of the proceeds toward planting moringa trees. Read the rest of this entry »

What, Canada doesn’t understand the concept of a 16-way tie?

I’m not so happy six “Canadian Idol” hopefuls are headed home today. I hope it’s not the last we hear from Martin, Gary, Marie-Pierre, Katelyn, Omar and Oliver, all of whom have such potential. It’s not going to be the last I hear anyway — I keep hitting the CTV “Canadian Idol” site to replay their strongest performances.

A big congrats to the Top 10, though — I’m excited for them and the next part of their professional and artistic growth as they get to work with industry pros to hone their skills all summer. I hope they take it all in, keep their confidence up and relax into who they truly are. If they can do that, they’ll be gold on stage.

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Omigoodness, Ben Mulroney was hilarious tonight. What was in that cookie?

I laughed out loud.

Hey! This post fits nicely into Made-in-Canada month, yes? Nice.

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