Heimish | Artless Glow Base: Review and Swatches

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Although I have combination skin and have long fought to keep my shine at bay, I have come to embrace the glowy, dewy complexion that's been trendy for a few years now. Therefore, I was on a hunt for a glowy primer that I could use over my moisturizer and found the Heimish Artless Glow Base (C$17.89 for 40 ml) on Stylevana. Heimish is a new-to-me Korean beauty brand launched in 2016. They are well-known for their cleansing balm but I've actually never seen or heard of the brand before. To read my full review of the Artless Glow Base, click......

Sappho New Paradigm | Skin Perfecting Primer, Light Reflecting CC-Cream & Brow Pomade: Review and Swatches

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Last month I visited a plant-based exhibition called the Planted Expo where I had the opportunity to check out a Vancouver-based clean beauty brand called Sappho New Paradigm. Created by Canadian makeup artist JoAnn Fowler in 2008, Sappho offers a full-range of vegan, cruelty-free, and environmentally-conscious makeup products. The brand kindly gifted me a few of their products to test out so I wanted to share my thoughts with you today. To read on, click......

TPSY | *NEW* Makeup Collection at Avon: Review and Swatches

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If it feels like I'm writing a lot about Avon lately, it's because the company really stepped up its game recently by offering lots of Korean beauty products that are far more interesting than their usual in-house brands. Case in point is the new TPSY makeup collection. With an exclusive lineup available through Avon Canada, TPSY appears to be an indie beauty company founded in New York in 2016. There is very little information on the brand (even on its own website) but it seems that all TPSY products are K-beauty inspired and made in Korea. Right off the bat, I was intrigued by the simple, Glossier-esque packaging. But how do the products actually perform? Read my review to find out......

VDL | Lumilayer Rosy Perfect Primer: Review and Swatches

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As mentioned previously, Avon now carries a good number of Korean skincare and makeup brands and I recently tried the Lumilayer Rosy Perfect Primer (C$90 for 30 ml) from VDL. A Korean color cosmetics brand, VDL is best known for its Lumilayer Primer range. This particular version of the primer appears to actually be created in collaboration with Belif, another beloved Korean brand available through Avon in Canada. Promising an even rosy glow and a velvety smooth finish, the Lumilayer Rosy Perfect Primer contains a trio of "tone-up capsules" that adjusts to a rosy beige tone after blending. To read all about this primer and to see some before and after comparison photos, click......

Guerlain | L’Essentiel High Perfection Foundation 24H Wear, Pore Minimizer Shine Control Primer & Retractable Foundation Brush: Review and Swatches

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Following the launch of its L'Essentiel Natural Glow Foundation back in 2019 (reviewed here), Guerlain is expanding its foundation range with a high-coverage, long-wearing liquid foundation called L’Essentiel High Perfection Foundation 24H Wear ($69 for 30 ml). Available in 30 shades, this natural matte foundation is made with 96% naturally derived ingredients, including vegetable silk extract, red algae extract, and white cocoa bean extract. I've got reviews and swatches of the formulation to share with you today, along with the L'Essentiel Primer and Retractable Foundation Brush. To read on, click......

Clarins | Summer 2020 Sunkissed Collection: Review and Swatches

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As you've probably noticed, things have been pretty slow over on the blog lately. Due to the pandemic, there has been a noticeable decline in PR mail so I've missed a lot of summer releases. Thankfully though, Clarins sent over their Summer 2020 Sunkissed Collection recently so I wanted to share with you some reviews and swatches of the new products. To read on, click......

Bite Beauty | Changemaker Foundation, Primer & Pressed Powder: Review and Swatches

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Known for its well-formulated lip products, Bite Beauty revamped itself earlier this year with the introduction of a brand new complexion lineup. Offering a primer, a foundation, and a powder, the Changemaker Collection promises clean ingredients with high performance. I've been testing out the products for a while now and finally feel ready to share with you my thoughts. To read my reviews and see some swatches, click......

Dior | Capture Dreamskin Fresh & Perfect Cushion: Review and Swatches

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Earlier this year, Dior released a range of cushion compacts described as a complexion perfector. Featuring a super hydrating formulation that blurs and brightens, the Capture Dreamskin Fresh & Perfect Cushion ($99 CAD for 2 x 15 g) may just be your new best friend. To read my review and see some before and after swatches, click......

Rodial | Glycolic Drops, Retinol Drops, Collagen Drops & Soft Focus Glow Drops: Review

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With a shifting trend of skincare products that highlight a single, key ingredient (ex. vitamin C, retinol, glycolic acid), Rodial has released a range of highly concentrated booster drops designed to "supercharge your skincare regimen". Containing 10% glycolic acid, 10% retinol, or 30% collagen, these liquid serums can be used alone or mixed with other products to obtain noticeable results. I've got reviews of the Glycolic Drops, Retinol Drops, Collagen Drops, and Soft Focus Glow Drops to share with you today. To read on, click......

Tatcha | The Silk Canvas Protective Primer: Review

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Inspired by Japanese geisha's 300-year-old tradition of applying a wax-based primer ("bintsuke") before makeup application, Victoria Tsai, the founder of Tatcha has created a multi-purpose primer called The Silk Canvas Protective Primer ($68 CAD for 20 g). Designed to blur, prime, protect, and color-correct, the primer can be worn alone or under makeup for a flawless complexion. Currently, The Silk Canvas Protective Primer is the bestselling primer at Sephora so I knew I had to give it a try. To read my review, click......

Clarins | Sunkissed Summer 2018 Collection: Review and Swatches

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Inspired by the vibrant energy and sun-washed hues of Miami, the Clarins Summer 2018 Collection introduces all the right pieces to help you achieve the ultimate sunkissed look. I've got reviews and swatches to share with you today, so to read on, click......

Paul & Joe | Spring 2018 April in Paris Collection: Review and Swatches

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Paul & Joe never ceases to wow and for Spring 2018, the brand is offering a handful of beautiful, limited edition items celebrating the wondrous season of bloom in France. Aptly named the April in Paris Collection, the range offers a wash of fresh, sheer colors perfect for this time of the year. To see some swatches and read my reviews of a few products, click......

Tarte | Summer 2018 Mermaid Collection: Review and Swatches

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Yesterday I reviewed the new Be A Mermaid & Make Waves Eyeshadow Palette (read here) from Tarte. So today, I'm back to share with you the rest of the Tarte Mermaid Collection. Right on time for the festival season and perfect for creating a dreamy beach-ready makeup, the collection offers everything from skincare to beauty tools. To read my reviews of the full lineup and see some swatches, click......

Givenchy | Spring & Summer 2018 The Face Atelier Collection: Review and Swatches

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Givenchy is welcoming spring this year with The Face Atelier Collection. Aimed at creating a "tailor-made makeup look", the collection features a graphic matte eye palette and a handful of products designed to boost the skin's natural radiance. I've got reviews and swatches of all the key pieces to share with you today. To read on, click......

Clarins | Spring 2018 Collection: Review and Swatches

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Spring is not too far away so today I want to share with you the upcoming Clarins Spring 2018 Collection. Introducing a brand new, six-shade primer range and a handful of color products, the collection is bound to provide a fresh, rosy complexion. To see some swatches and read my review of a few key pieces from the collection, click......

Maybelline x Gigi Hadid Collection: Review and Swatches

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For the first time ever, Maybelline is releasing a limited edition collaboration collection with supermodel and social media influencer Gigi Hadid. Inspired by Gigi's personal styles and aesthetics, the collection features a full range of color and complexion makeup. I have some key pieces to share with you today so to see some swatches and read my review, click......

Paul & Joe Holiday 2017 Makeup Collection | Review and Swatches

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Holiday makeup collections are known for presenting some of the most festive and exquisite packagings but Paul & Joe is raising the bar this year with their Holiday 2017 Makeup Collection. Featuring a three-piece gift set and a special shimmery foundation primer, the limited edition range is bound to awe. Today I have a special sneak peek to share with you so if you want to see some swatches and read my reviews, click......

Too Faced Peaches & Cream Collection | Peach Blur Powder, Peach Perfect Foundation, Primed & Peachy Primer & Peach Mist Spray: Review and Swatches

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Hello there, I hope you are not all "peached out" because today I have one more post on the Too Faced Peaches & Cream Collection. In addition to some adorable color makeup, the line has a full complexion range, all formulated with extracts of peach and sweet fig. To learn more about the new foundation, primer, setting spray, and setting powder, see my reviews and swatches by clicking......

LANEIGE Mini Pore Waterclay Mask & Blur Perfector: Review

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Concerned about oiliness and enlarged pores? Well, LANEIGE has got you covered with a mask and primer duo designed to minimize pores and reduce shine. Formulated with mint water and pine needle extract, the Mini Pore Waterclay Mask and the Mini Pore Blur Perfector promise a matte and refined complexion. So do they work as they claim? Read my reviews to find out......

Too Faced Glitter Bomb Palette & Glitter Glue Primer: Review and Swatches

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For Fall 2017, Too Faced has released yet another palette and this time the name of the game is glitter! Featuring eight gorgeous full-on glitter eyeshadows and two base colors, the Glitter Bomb Eyeshadow Palette ($54 CAD) promises a "multidimensional prismatic" shine. To see some swatches and read my review of this palette plus the new Glitter Glue Glitter Shadow Primer ($24 CAD), click.....