review week: pixi + dulce candy (cafe con dulce multi-use palette)

Who doesn't love a collaboration? Pixi is a drugstore brand that has long been a popular choice for beauty gurus and makeup lovers alike....and Dulce Candy is a popular YouTuber and influencer. The two teamed up to release the Cafe con Dulce Multi-Use Palette, which offers a blend of glow boosting face products. With twelve shades to choose from, large pans of product, and plenty of shimmer, this is a palette that stands out among other drugstore offerings. So, how does Cafe con Dulce actually perform? And is it worth the $28 price tag? It is time to find out....

review week: NYX total control drop foundation + duo chromatic illuminating powder

NYX is one of the best drugstore brands out there. Since their line launched in Canada, I have written several reviews (like this one on their ombre blushes) and even filmed YouTube videos (like this makeup look featuring their Toronto Palette) highlighting their products. Not all of them have been out-of-this-world-amazing but they have a solid track record with me! So of course, during my visit to the drugstore....I had to make some time to check out the latest offerings from NYX. Though there were many tempting items to choose from, I wound up purchasing the NYX Total Control Control Drop Foundation and a Duo Chromatic Illuminating Powder. How did they perform? Are they worth looking into? Here is everything you need to know.

review week: makeup and beauty haul

Reviewing products is one of my favourite things to do. (Which is why there have been plenty of makeup reviews posted here over the years.) The reason? There is a certain kind of thrill that happens when you try something out for the first time, see how it performs, and share your thoughts. A good review has the power to help consumers and fellow beauty lovers make informed decisions - and spend their hard-earned money wisely. Personally, I love reading and watching reviews from others and am proud to share a few new reviews with you this week on the creation of beauty is art. 

lost your passion? motivational tips and tricks

Sometimes, it is important to slow down. Our society is so focused on getting things done, writing to do lists, and racking up as many accomplishments as possible. After a while, you start to feel bogged down by all the pressure. It can be exhausting when you are constantly trying to do it all and put your best foot forward. It is no wonder an estimated 77% of people experience physical symptoms caused by stress. That doesn't have to be true for you! If you are stressed, tired, and have lost the motivation to do what you really want.....take a deep breath. These tips and tricks will help you re-fuel your passion and live a happier life.

thrift store haul: john denver, the sound of music, and more

One of my favourite places to be? At a thrift store, flipping through dusty old milk crates, searching for buried treasure. Records have long been a part of my life and I love to collect them. (In fact, I even have a record collection video up on my YouTube channel.) Many of my happiest childhood memories involve listening to an album on the record player or watching my Dad meticulously clean an album after it had been played. Music has a way of bringing people together like nothing else in this world...which is probably why it is such an important part of my life.

#OOTD - reba mcentire concert

Concerts are always a thrilling experience. In my lifetime, I have gone to more live shows than I can count (or remember) simply because they take me to my happy place. There is nothing so wonderful as feeling the beat of the music thumping through your body....or losing yourself completely in the lyrics and emotions of a special song. Luckily, I have been able to see a few shows this summer, with more coming up in the months ahead. The most recent show I attended was Reba McEntire. To make the most of the occasion, my hair, makeup, and outfit was full blown country inspired.

make august your best month yet

The countdown is on. Even though we are still in the midst of summer fun....the sad reality is that fall is just around the corner. It is August already! If the thought of scattered leaves and morning frost leaves you feeling a little depressed, there’s a one solution: make the most of summer! With several weeks left of summertime bliss, it is possible to make the last few weeks of sunshine both memorable and action packed.