Kat Von D | Current Crushes: Glitter Gel for Face & Body in "Tesoro Gold": Review and Swatches

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Recently, Kat Von D has released a fun Glitter Gel for Face & Body ($24 CAD for 5.5 ml) as a part of a new product series called "Current Crushes". Released in small batches throughout the year, Current Crushes offer "limited edition innovations and covetable trend products" that give you the first taste of what Kat Von D is cooking up in her lab. To read my review and see some swatches of the multi-use Glitter Gel, click......

Lush | Holiday 2018 Last-Minute Gift Ideas

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With Christmas less than a week away, we are pretty much entering the final stretch of holiday shopping. So if you are still looking for some goodies to surprise your loved ones, check out today's mini gift guide featuring a few great last-minute gift options from Lush. With skincare, body care, and hair care, Lush offers a wide range of pampering products that will please not just the bath lovers. To see a few recommendations, click......

Clarins | Holiday 2018 Collection: Review and Swatches

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For Holiday 2018, Clarins is staying true to the holiday spirits with a fun and sparkly mini collection designed to add a touch of shine to your makeup look. With something for the lips, cheeks, and eyes, the Holiday 2018 Collection is available now. I've got reviews and swatches to share with you today. To read on, click......

Chanel | Holiday 2018 N°5 Eau de Parfum Red Edition: Review

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Just in time for Holiday 2019, Chanel has released a very special edition of its iconic N°5 fragrance (in both the eau de parfum and eau de toilette versions). Dressed in red, Gabrielle Chanel's favorite color, the Chanel N°5 Eau de Parfum Red Edition ($198 CAD for 100 ml) retains the original scent. I've got a review of this gorgeous bottle as well as the perfume itself to share with you today. To read on, click......

Sally Hansen | Holiday 2018 Decadence Collection: Review and Swatches

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Inspired by rich and indulgent treats, the Holiday 2018 Decadence Collection from Sally Hansen offers a gorgeous array of deep jewel-tones and shimmering finishes. Available in the chip-resistant and no light required two-step Miracle Gel formulation, the range promises up to 14-days of flawless wear. I've got review and swatches to share with you today, so to read on, click......

My Trip to Victoria | Fairmont Empress Hotel: Review

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Named for Queen Victoria and overlooking the Victoria harbor since 1908, Fairmont Empress is one of the most iconic hotels in Canada. Designed with a Châteauesque style by the same architect who also designed the BC Parliament and the Vancouver Art Gallery, The Empress has long been a national historic site that's a must-visit destination for travelers worldwide. During my short vacation to Victoria earlier this month, I had the pleasure of staying at the hotel for a couple of nights so I wanted to share with you my experience. To read all about my stay, click......

L'Occitane | Holiday 2018 Collection: Gift Guide

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With Christmas just weeks away, some of you are probably running around in a frenzy looking for the perfect holiday presents. Well today, I have a little gift guide featuring some amazing body and skincare sets from L'Occitane to share with you. Created in collaboration with Castelbajac, a Morrocan designer well known for his unique and wacky style (google Lady Gaga Kermit the Frog jacket), the L'Occitane Holiday 2018 Collection offers a wide array of festive and colorful gifts for anyone who could use some pampering this holiday season. To read on, click......

Laura Mercier | Holiday 2018 Collection: Review and Swatches

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The holiday shopping season is in full swing, and as if you don't already have enough items on your wishlist, I've got some more for you today with the Laura Mercier Holiday 2018 Collection. Full of elegant and versatile colors, these products are dressed up in a classy rose gold finish. To see some swatches and read my review of a few key pieces, click......

My Trip to Victoria | Tea at The Empress: Review

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As some of you may know, I finally finished school back in May and started working non-stop right after graduation. Therefore, I was long overdue for a vacation. Due to budgetary and time constraints, however, I couldn't really afford a big trip this year. Therefore, my boyfriend and I decided to take a mini vacation to Victoria, British Columbia. Due to its close proximity to Vancouver, Victoria is a city I've visited many times in the past. Therefore, we really wanted to make this trip special by staying at the world-renowned Fairmont Empress. Opened in 1908 and named after Queen Victoria, the iconic hotel overlooks the Victoria harbor and is minutes away from the parliament building. Aside from its rich history and stunning architecture, Fairmont Empress is well known for its afternoon tea service, which is considered a bucket list experience for many. Therefore, we knew we needed to try it out for ourselves. To read about my Tea at The Empress experience, click......

Yves Saint Laurent | Holiday 2018 Gold Attraction Collection: Review and Swatches

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There's no better way to welcome the month of December than taking a look at the limited edition Holiday 2018 Gold Attraction Collection from Yves Saint Laurent. Adorned with sparkly embossings of the iconic "YSL" logo, this collection offers a full range of festive, party-ready products for the eyes, cheeks, and lips. I've got reviews and swatches of a few key pieces to share with you. To read on, click......

Guerlain | Holiday 2018 Rouge G Customizable "Electric Gold" Case & "N°91 Electric" Lipstick: Review and Swatches

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For Holiday 2018, Guerlain has released a festive Rouge G Customizable Lipstick Case ($20 CAD), along with a gorgeous, party-ready shade of the Rouge G Customizable Lipstick ($36 CAD for 3.5 g). Both are available for a limited time only so check out my review and swatches today to see if you will be adding them to your Christmas wishlist......

Clé de Peau | Holiday 2018 Féeries d'Hiver Collection: Review and Swatches

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Inspired by the world of fairytales and whimsy, Clé de Peau is taking us on an "an unexpected adventure to a colorful dream world of endless possibilities" with its limited edition Holiday 2018 Féeries d’Hiver Collection. Translating to "winter festivities" in English, the Féeries d’Hiver Collection is appropriately adorned with the stunning artwork of illustrator Daria Petrilli. I've got the review and swatches of the collection to share with you today. To read on, click......

Sephora Collection | Holiday 2018 Collection: Gift Guide

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When it comes to fun and affordable beauty gifts for the holiday time, Sephora Collection always has an amazing offering. This year, the brand has created a whimsical, fairytale-inspired collection that includes everything from stocking stuffers, value sets, to all-in-one makeup palettes. I've got a handful of pieces from the Holiday 2018 Collection to share with you. To read a bit about each, click......

Edens Garden | *NEW* Essential Oil Synergy Blends & Essential Oil Candles: Review

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Home fragrances are something I like to indulge in year round but something about the winter months makes me want to have my diffuser running or a candle burning around the clock. Recently, California-based essential oil company Edens Garden released a brand new Essential Oil Candle collection, in addition to an expansion of their already impressive Essential Oil Synergy Blends. I've got details and reviews of all the new releases to share with you. To read on, click......

Kat Von D | Holiday 2018 Fetish Eyeshadow Palette & Fetish Blush + Highlighter Palette: Review and Swatches

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For Holiday 2018, Kat Von D is forgoing conventional festivities with a subversive collection based on the theme of fetishes. Housed in eye-catching palettes with a PVC-like feel and embroidered detailing, the Fetish Eyeshadow Palette ($76 CAD) and Fetish Blush + Highlighter Palette ($52 CAD) offer a unique range of colors for the eyes and cheeks. I've got review and swatches to share with you today. To read on, click......

Lancome | Holiday 2018 La Rose À Poudrer Starlight Sparkle Iridescent Gold Highlighter: Review and Swatches

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Back in early 2017, Lancome released a uniquely packaged rose highlighter that generated a ton of buzz in the beauty community. So for Holiday 2018, a new and limited edition of the La Rose À Poudrer is now available. Packaged in the same stunning format, the La Rose À Poudrer Iridescent Gold Highlighter ($80 CAD for 1.9 g) is a festive warm gold highlighter. To read my review and see some swatches, click......

Chanel | Le Crème Main & Le Crème Main Texture Riche: Review

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Described as the ultimate hand cream accessory, the Chanel Le Crème Main ($70 CAD for 50 ml) released last year now has a richer, more nourishing update called the Le Crème Main Texture Riche ($70 CAD for 50 ml). As I had neglected to review the original last year, I will share with you my thoughts on both today. To read on, click......

Urban Decay | Holiday 2018 Elements Eyeshadow Palette: Review and Swatches

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In celebration of the holiday season, Urban Decay has created a beautiful eyeshadow palette featuring 19 never-before-seen celestial shades inspired by the four elements. Formulated with multidimensional, ultra-iridescent shimmers and sparkles, the Urban Decay Elements Eyeshadow Palette ($65 CAD for 16.5 g) offers impressive color payoff and an ever-so-velvety formulation. To see some swatches and read my review of the palette, click......

Marc Jacobs | Holiday 2018 Collection: Review and Swatches

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Inspired by the "high-glam, anything-goes aesthetic from the Mod Era", the Marc Jacobs Holiday 2017 Collection features a handful of festive, glimmering treasures designed to bathe you in everything gold and glorious. I've got reviews and swatches to share with you today. To read on, click.....

Fresh | Holiday 2018 Collection: Gift Guide

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When it comes to skincare gift sets for the holiday time, nobody does it better than Fresh. Whether you are looking for some affordable stocking stuffers or the perfect luxury set to wow, the Fresh Holiday 2018 Collection has got it all. I have today a selection of the offerings to share with you. To see what each set includes, along with links to my reviews of individual products, click......