Last fall, I went on a mini day trip to shop in the states and did a mini Ulta beauty haul. One of the brands I’ve always wanted to try was Colourpop as I’ve heard good things about their quality and affordability; and I like how they spelled ‘colour’ the Canadian way. 🙂 I also bought a lipstick along with the No Filter Concealer and Liquid Liner, but it mysteriously disappeared somewhere before I even had a chance to use it. 🙁 RIP $7 USD. [Read more…]
Last Minute Holiday Gift Ideas
If you are like me and have Christmas exchanges after December 25th, then there’s still lots of time (ish) to pick up some last minute presents. Here is a smorgasbord of products with varying budgets if you are still looking for a gift for your hosts, managers, families, siblings etc!
Woodlot; the scent of Christmas
3 days until Christmas! If you are looking for a gift that is also based in Vancouver – how about something that smells like Christmas?
The Essential Oils from Woodlot that came to my door not too long ago. The clean and crisp packaging caught my eye already and its warm and cozy scents is making me not want to leave my bed in the morning. I am so glad I got myself a mini aromatic so my bathroom can smell like trees and citrus all year long.
Ultimate The Body Shop Gift Guide
Just under 2 weeks till Christmas! One of my favourite shops that make one of the best gifts for the holidays is The Body Shop; their packaging and price is always hard to beat! I received a few of their Christmas gift sets and wanted to share with you what’s available! Even if it’s not for gifting, these sets are so good for gifting for yourself before or after the holidays. [Read more…]
Shopping Local: Beth and Olivia Handmade
As much as I love familiar brands I’d find at Sephora or Shoppers Drug Mart; I get an ‘excitement’ feel that goes through me when I walk through the local craft fair here. A while back at the Interior Design Show, I picked up a few products from Beth and Olivia Handmade because they had these adorable rabbit shaped soaps that caught my eye. The logical part of me told myself – you don’t use solid soaps. I listened to that part, so instead – I got a bunch of other different things. [Read more…]