Dior | Summer 2023 Makeup Collection: Review and Swatches

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Dior just dropped its Summer 2023 Collection and it's inspired by the sunny vibes of Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc at the French Riviera. Highlighting the harmony of sandy golds, warm corals, and azure blues, the collection is available now online and in stores. I have reviews and swatches of the entire collection to share with you today. To see all the beautiful products, click......

Dior | Holiday 2022 The Atelier of Dreams Collection: Review and Swatches

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New from Dior is their Holiday 2022 The Atelier of Dreams Collection. Inspired by the magical night sky above the Dior garden in France, the limited edition products feature some intricate patterns of stars and flowers. To see some swatches and reviews of the collection, click......

Tarte | Salt Lyfe Eyeshadow Palette: Review and Swatches

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It's been a while since I tested new makeup so it felt wonderfully nostalgic to play with a fairly recently released eyeshadow palette from Tarte, a brand that seems to be churning out one palette after another. I'm not complaining though, because when it comes to eyeshadow palettes, variety is key so it's always good to have options, especially since Tarte eyeshadow formulation has remained consistently great and affordable over the years. The Salt Lyfe Eyeshadow Palette (C$49 for 12 x 1.8 g) is a limited edition neutral palette featuring 12 extra-large, beach-inspired shades. To see my review and breakdown of the palette, click......

Guerlain | Holiday 2021: Gift Guide

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The holiday season is the perfect time to treat yourself or the loved ones in your life and luxury makeup brands like Guerlain are the perfect go-to for gift ideas. From classic bestsellers to limited edition festive offerings, Guerlain really has it all. Today I want to share with you a few of my picks from the brand that will sure woo your heart. To read all about these goodies, click......

Dior | Holiday 2021 The Atelier of Dreams Collection: Review and Swatches

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For me, the holidays are never quite complete without the holiday makeup collections from Dior and this year the brand is paying homage to the iconic House of Dior at 30 Avenue Montaigne. Featuring a beautiful array of colors for the eyes, lips, and nails, The Atelier of Dreams Collection is available now for a limited time. I've got reviews and swatches of all the goodies to share with you today. To check them out, click......

Mary Kay | Fall 2021 Precious Gems Collection: Review and Swatches

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New from Mary Kay comes the Fall 2021 Precious Gems Collection inspired by radiant jewels and minerals. Offering a handful of shimmery goodies, the collection is available now for only a limited time. To see some swatches and read my reviews of the collection, click......

Bite Beauty | Upswing Extreme Longwear Liquid Eyeliner: Review and Swatches

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Bite Beauty has been revamping its entire product range with clean, vegan new releases and the Upswing Extreme Longwear Liquid Eyeliner (C$33 for 2.5 ml) is a recent addition to the family. Described as an "ultra-pigmented" liquid eyeliner that "glides smoothly for precise, stress-free application and extreme long-wear", this is actually Bite's first-ever eyeliner. So how does it perform? Read my review to find out......

Mary Kay | Summer 2021 New Products: Review and Swatches

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This year marks the 25th anniversary of Mary Kay so the brand has a whole lot of new products on the docket. Today I want to share with you some of the limited edition summer goodies, ranging from skincare and makeup, to beauty tools. To get all the details, read my reviews, and see some swatches, click......

Lancôme | Lash Idôle Lash-Lifting & Volumizing Mascara: Review and Swatches

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Lancôme has a new mascara! Targeting "every single lash for instant lift, length, and fanned-out volume", the Lash Idôle Lash-Lifting & Volumizing Mascara (C$35 for 8 ml) features a "lightweight gel formula that leaves the lashes feathery soft". To read my review and see some before and after swatches of the mascara, click......

Bite Beauty | Upswing Full Volume Mascara: Review and Swatches

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As you may know, Bite Beauty has been working hard over the past year on expanding its product range with exciting clean makeup. Recently, the brand launched its first mascara! Formulated without a whole slew of toxic or sensitizing ingredients, the Upswing Full Volume Mascara (C$37 for 12 ml) is a "clean, volumizing, flake-resistant mascara that delivers major lift, length, and curl for supersized lashes". So how well does this mascara stand to its claims? Read my review and see some before and after swatches to find out......

Charlotte Tilbury | Holiday 2020 Instant Eye Palette Bejewelled Eyes to Hypnotise: Review and Swatches

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One of the many treats Charlotte Tilbury dropped for Holiday 2020 is the gorgeous limited edition Instant Eye Palette Bejewelled Eyes to Hypnotise (C$95 for 9.5 g). Featuring 12 jewel-inspired powder shadows designed to create 4 glowy looks, the palette is just stunning! I know most of us won't be glamming it up for the holidays this year but this is nevertheless a palette you do not want to miss so I've got a review and swatches to share with you today. To read on, click......

Laura Mercier | Holiday 2020 Ballet à Paris Collection: Review and Swatches

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Inspired by the femininity and elegance of Parisian ballet, Laura Mercier celebrates this winter season with the Holiday 2020 Ballet à Paris Collection. With a beautiful range of makeup, skincare, and body care gift options, the collection is available for a limited time at Sephora, Nordstrom, Holt Renfrew, and Hudson's Bay. I've got reviews and swatches of a few pieces to share with you today. To read on, click......

Clé de Peau Beauté | Holiday 2020 The Enchanted Lake Collection: Review and Swatches

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Taking inspiration from the Swan Lake ballet, Clé de Peau celebrates the magic and whimsy of Christmas with its limited-edition Holiday 2020 The Enchanted Lake Collection. Offering beautifully packaged pieces adorned with fairytale illustrations, the collection is one of the most beautiful I've seen. I've got reviews and swatches of everything to share with you today. To read on, click......

Lise Watier | Holiday 2020 Diamond Dreams Collection: Review and Swatches

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Inspired by the most iconic gem of them all, the Lise Watier Holiday 2020 Diamond Dreams Collection celebrates the diamond's brilliance and opulence. Offering a gorgeous array of colors for the eyes, cheeks, and lips, the collection is available for a limited time only. To see some swatches and read my reviews, click...... 

NARS | Orgasm X Cheek Palette & Mini Orgasm Eyeshadow Palette: Review and Swatches

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Recently, NARS expanded its well-loved Orgasm range with the all-new Orgasm X Collection. Fronted by a brand new Orgasm X blush shade, the lineup offers several stunning palettes for the cheeks and eyes. I've got reviews and swatches of the Orgasm X Cheek Palette (C$60) and the Mini Orgasm Eyeshadow Palette (C$33) to share with you today. To read on, click......

Dior | Fall 2020 5 Couleurs Couture Eyeshadow Palette & Diorshow 24H Stylo: Review and Swatches

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For Fall 2020, Dior is expanding is eye makeup collection with two new products. A revamp of the iconic 5 Couleurs Eyeshadow Palette, the 5 Couleurs Couture Eyeshadow Palette (C$62) offers a new and improved formulation that's more pigmented than ever. Pairing perfectly with the new palettes are the Diorshow 24H Stylo, a pigmented pencil liner that promises a waterproof, all-day wear. I've got reviews and swatches of both new releases to share with you today. To read on, click......

Charlotte Tilbury | Pillow Talk Charlotte's Jewel Lips & Walk of No Shame Charlotte's Jewel Pots: Review and Swatches

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Charlotte Tilbury never ceases to wow and it seems that the brand consistently releases awe-worthy goodies. Recently, both the cult-favorite Pillow Talk and Walk of No Shame (formerly Walk of Shame) family saw the introduction of new members: Charlotte's Jewel Lips (C$36), a sparkly everyday gloss, and Charlotte's Jewel Pots (C$40), a stunning shimmery cream shadow. I've got reviews and swatches of both to share with you today. To read on, click......

Dior | Summer 2020 Color Games Collection: Review and Swatches

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Although we are entering the last month of summer, it's definitely not too late to wallow in the gorgeous colors of the Dior Summer 2020 Makeup Collection. Offering splashes of bright hues, the Color Games Collection offers plenty of fun products for the eyes, cheeks, lips, and tips. I've got a handful of items to share with you today. To read my review and see some swatches, click......

Givenchy | Le 9 De Givenchy Eyeshadow Palette & Le Rose Perfecto Liquid Balm: Review and Swatches

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As I play catch-up here on the blog, I wanted to visit a couple of new products Givenchy released earlier this year. First up is the Le Rose Perfecto Liquid Balm (C$44). Inspired by the brand's iconic Le Rouge Perfecto Balm and the updated Le Rose Perfecto Balm, this is a lightweight lip gloss that adds a touch of color and glow to the lips while maintaining comfort and hydration. Next up is Le 9 De Givenchy Eyeshadow Palette (C$86), a nine-shade palette offering a curated selection of colors that make it easy to create a harmonious eye look. For details, reviews, and swatches, please read on......

Catrice | Basic Bae, Badass Bae & Self-Made Bae Eyeshadow Palettes: Review and Swatches

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New from Catrice comes a trio of eyeshadow palettes inspired by the Instagram culture. Offering three distinct color themes, the Basic Bae, the Badass Bae, and the Self-Made Bae Eyeshadow Palettes (C$17 for 12.5 g each) boast a pigmented and highly-blendable formulation (not to mention some amusing shade names). I've got reviews and swatches of all three palettes to share with you today. To read on, click......