Always on the search for a new signature scent, I realized recently that I craved something just slightly out of my comfort zone. I'm constantly evolving, so why aren't my fragrance choices?… Read More

While the press has called Su-Man Skincare a “natural alternative to botox” and “face lift in an hour,” you need only look to  founder and celebrity fa… Read More

For the longest time, my neck was fine. I mean, it wasn't the elongated ropey stem that I dreamed about - one that would look better than any necklace draped around it, one that would make y… Read More

Headlines are always screaming for us to eat healthier, exercise more, take better care of ourselves. I'm all for it, but there's never been a busier, more challenging time in which to do it… Read More

As a kid, despite being born without a sweet tooth, I was fascinated by Astronaut Ice Cream. Vacuum-packed freeze-dried ice cream sold at the NASA visitor center gift shop, novelty stor… Read More

Always in search of the perfect lip colour?What if I told you there are sumptuous lipsticks that customize to your skintone, without having to go all the way to he beauty counter to get test… Read More

If you're like me, you can't get enough of:1. Rodial Skincare and Makeup2. Rose goldLucky for us, Rodial has brought the two together in a sumptuous new collection of Rose Gold Skincare.Rodi… Read More

All it takes is one whiff of Gucci BLOOM's intoxicating scent to be swept away.I've never experienced anything like it. Like being immersed into a never-ending night garden. It might just be… Read More

For the last few years, OverCat Communications - one of the best PR and event planning agencies in the city - is kind enough to invite me to their exhilarating get-glam TIFF suite, where a w… Read More

Ever since I tried Patchology last winter, I've been hooked.Their wicked eye gels spiked with caffeine and collagen have been my salvation from sleepless nights and early mornings. No m… Read More

If you've been reading the knack for awhile, you'll know I'm obsessed with all things Australia. Everything - their clothes, food, wine, architecture, TV shows, stationery, decor, lifestyle… Read More

Last year for my birthday, my best friend Zoe gave me one of the best cards ever - a stunning watercolour of a tropical, yet still sophisticated cocktail. Needless to say, I hugged her until… Read More

Subscription boxes are one of the greatest inventions of our lifetime.I love the element of surprise, you get to root through a number of products at once, and it all arrives right at your d… Read More

While some people are okay wearing dirty clothes, being/feeling clean and fresh is imperative for me. It's the only option. So naturally I clean my clothes a lot. And nothing's off limi… Read More

Sheet masks have become as ubiquitous as ripped jeans and white kicks. They're everywhere.But let's face it - there's an art to a great mask. Sure, load it up with all the enriching ingredie… Read More

I've been shopping for jewelry and accessories from Your Bijoux Box since March and I'm full-on hooked!This amazing subscription box service ships you a pretty teal themed gift box every mon… Read More

You already know the story - I've been colouring/bleaching my locks for decades now. So long in fact, even my family forgets I'm not a natural blonde.So using shampoo and conditioner for col… Read More

I stopped wearing foundation about a year ago. Working towards a more natural look, I decided I would live on concealer, eyeliner and a little eyebrow pencil alone.This is not to say my skin… Read More

Do you follow @SuperHealthyTO on insta (or twitter)? If not, you should.Melissa Evans-Lee, Marketing Director at Bayview Village Shopping Centre, is whip-smart, funny, knows everyt… Read More

Huh. What's all that hair doing near the drain?I'm sorry to be the one to tell you, but as you age, your hair falls out at a much more noticeable rate. You might also find this occurs when y… Read More

I've never seen or used a more bizarre looking tool in my life than the Ashley Black FasciaBlaster.The arm's length hard plastic white rod, with beautiful coppery dipped ends, is lined in wh… Read More

It's no wonder we covet the "French woman" look. Their refined elegance shines through whether swathed in ball gown and rhinestone covered shoes, or simple Breton top paired with jeans and… Read More

Looking for a greeting card with a little something extra? I've got just the thing.Say hello to Inklings Paperie, where you'll find the charming cards with a bonus.Founder & Creativ… Read More

Sometimes an object is bigger than it appears.That's what happened when I first discovered Jewelicious, Inc. Instead of everyday, ho-hum jewelry slipping out of the pretty envelope, strong m… Read More

I've long been guilty of a closet crammed full of clothes, yet I only wear eight percent of them. Though I'm late to game, I've come to start collecting capsule wardrobe pieces - qualit… Read More

By now you know that I'm a Stila girl through and through.For years, I've counted on Stay All Day 10-in-1 HD Illuminating Beauty Balm to keep my skin looking radiant. All this time… Read More

You probably have a thing for leather like I do. The rich feel, luxe look, cozy warmth, and serious longevity are all part of its allure. But it will cost you. So while it would be love… Read More

StriVectin is one of those skincare lines that once you try it, you're hooked. Their Tightening Neck Serum Roller transformed my turkey neck into practically a swan's, so as far as I'm… Read More

Though I've been a letter writer and card sender my whole life, it seems I've never had more reasons to send cards lately:- To friends devastated by the natural disasters of late- To loved o… Read More

Want fuller lips without having to to go under the knife or needle?Fancy an ample pout without the usual tingling, bee sting sensations, and redness that comes with plumpers?ICE + JAM is da… Read More

Want a dramatic blast from the past? Take a whiff of a perfume you wore back in the day. It will transport you right back into the echoing halls of high school, the smell of teen angst and m… Read More

Sometimes a brand just gets you.I feel that away about Laboratoires FILORGA.Their products speak to all my issues, and then go to town drenching my parched dermis with serious hydration… Read More

Whether you're a film lover, fashionista or press like me, the next 10 days can be brutal. Especially if you're covering TIFF and TFW - Toronto Fashion Week.Since I've been at this for… Read More

I discovered Your Bijoux Box back in March, and I've been hooked ever since - check out the serious swag from April and May.So of course when June's Collection arrived, I was atwitter.  … Read More

Summer is the busiest time for celebrations. Most weddings take place during theses warm months and thanks to the ahem, colder temps, it turns out there a ton of birthdays - including new ba… Read More

Sure you could cart around one of those boring, metal water bottles, but know this: There's no cooler looking bottle than the badass Spiked bkr bottle.It's hundo P savage.It def th… Read More

I bet your skin wish list is as long and outlandish as mine. I want:- taut skin - that also glows- and plump, full of elasticity - to eradicate those damn creases around your eyes… Read More

Like you, I'm guilty of using something until it wears out. Over the years, I've come to replace bras, bedsheets and other items much more readily than I used to.But I still have a lot to le… Read More

Time sure flies when you're having fun. How has it been 11 years already?Thank you to my readers and all the lovely peeps who have sent me their killer products throughout the years. My… Read More

Over the years, despite my propensity to keep my skincare as simple and minimalist as the rest of my life, I sometimes find myself applying seven different products from cleanser to moisturi… Read More

It's so freakin' hot out.I'm talking baking, frying heat. Most folks never want summer to end. I'll take frolicking near the beach, sunshine for days, gauzy dresses, dinner and drinks o… Read More

I'm fascinated by California. The juxtaposition of natural and fake beauty is mesmerizing.I wouldn't want to live there, but I'll take the weather and those palm trees though. The laid-back… Read More

Unless you've been stranded on an island somewhere this past year, you'll know that palm trees, plants, cacti and greenery of just about every kind have become decor and fashion musts, filli… Read More

I know that in the early 2000s, women came home from work, put on yoga pants, and only begrudgingly got out of them because Casual Fridays had not yet lapsed into Casual All Day, Every Day (… Read More

If you've never tried Lipstick Queen, you are truly missing out.Founder Poppy King has been creating rich, vibrant sumptuous lipsticks since before you knew you needed something on that… Read More

I've tried a number Korean skincare and beauty lines thus far, and I see why people become so obsessed. My most recent discovery, KICHO Cosmetics, combines all-natural, hypoallergenic i… Read More

There have been a lot of companies that have attempted the phone/purse mashup. Usually the designs leave much to be desired. Either the case or wallet is too bulky or clunky, lacks in o… Read More

I've always been drawn to the same kind of scents - wickedly clean, uncluttered, floral with a finish of sensual woods and musks. But as I get older, not only have my tastes changed - in fas… Read More

Ooh how I love tequila.Casamigos, to be exact.The award-winning tequila, founded by George Clooney, Rande Gerber and Mike Meldman (they recently sold it), is made from the finest, hand-selec… Read More

The current beauty landscape is filled with so many weird and wonderful innovations. One of my favourites is all of the illuminating and brightening taking place. Being fair skinned and… Read More

I've never been a fan of bar soap. Even back before liquid hand soap and shower gels were a thing, the soggy mess that bars dissolve into  always grossed me out.And it was always o… Read More

The first issue of REAL SIMPLE Magazine launched in April 2000, and I've been glued ever since.The bible for decluttering, organizing and cleaning has been a source of great info… Read More

When did cleansing become so complicated and time consuming? I mean really, I just wanna take off my makeup before bed. Now I  have to jump on the double cleanse trend? No need to… Read More

If you met me or saw photos, you'd swear I had straight hair.In fact, I have curly hair. But not the lush, buoyant kind. Oh no, mine is more cowlicks than curls, that flatten and then stretc… Read More

It doesn't get much more Canadian than the Hudson's Bay Company and beer.Take the Hudson's Bay Company Iconic Point Blanket, for example. Often traded to First Nations for beaver pelts… Read More

I made the switch to natural deodorants a few years ago and I would never go back to chemically laden ones again. One of my recent finds is routine.There is so much to love about these… Read More

I've received two Your Bijoux Box subscription boxes so far - March and April - and I'm hooked!The element of surprise is as delightful as the contents.This extraordinary jewelry a… Read More

Beauty right now is all about bigger and fuller. Think about it. Whether it's lips, eyes, breasts, butt, or hair, the goal nowadays is more is more.And this absolutely extends to lashes and… Read More

As you know I'm a sucker for all things stationery, but lately I'd had trouble finding stand-out cards for all the incredible celebrations and occasions before me: birthdays, weddings, anniv… Read More

According to StatisticBrain.com, roughly 46% of women around the globe who colour their hair, go blonde. That's a lot of "blonde-by-choicers”A bottle blonde since I was 12-and-a-half… Read More

Life's become so hectic, so full-on, that comfort has become a necessity more than ever. Moving at the speed of light, we're juggling work and home, family and friends, romance and time for… Read More

I've learned the hard way not to bust out new items for the first time for big events or momentous occasions (the time I wore a new mascara on the first night out after a big breakup, and no… Read More

What's the point of having beautiful bags, purses, carry-ons and luggage if inside is a jumbled mess?Some of it is not our fault. Have you noticed that most purses now come with one measly i… Read More

Plastic and foam rollers used to be reserved for athletes, dancers and other pros who worked their bodies h-a-r-d.Thanks to long hours sitting at a desk, stressful 24/7 living, and well-worn… Read More

I am always on the lookout for serious multitaskers. For those products that will help diminish fine lines AND boost radiance AND lessen those annoying age spots. Oh, and if they can help ke… Read More

I love discovering a new line of makeup.Think about it - by the time you've reached the age of 25 or 30, you've already tried the majority of mainstream brands. Even the release of their new… Read More

You can't tell how power-packed Garden City Essentials 100% natural skincare line is from the bottles and jars they come in.It's not until you apply these unbelievable formulas tha… Read More

You might think glasses are the ultimate accessory to make you appear bookish or more intelligent, but as someone who's worn specs since the age of four, it's no freakin' picnic, let me tell… Read More

I got to experience Your Bijoux Box last month and was thrilled with the whole experience - from the anticipation of its arrival to the wondrous contents.It turns out April's subsciption box… Read More

Taking care of your nails should not have to:1. include complicated systems and/or a multitude of products2. be time-consuming3. require you to be savvy at nail art4. cost a fortune5. drive… Read More

Canadian winters are brutal. In Ottawa, you learn to walk backwards to protect yourself from fierce winds. Alberta is one of the cold places on earth, according to scientists and meteorologi… Read More

I've been thinking a lot about the beach lately.How for pretty much everyone, it's a place of joy, laughter, relaxation and rejuvenation. The combination of warm sun on your shoulders, soft… Read More

Recently I read about a sunscreen study - people who wore sunscreen and did nothing else to their skin (really nothing), had better results than those who loaded on anti-aging creams, lotion… Read More

Imagine for a moment, your room filled with roses in full bloom. Ahhh, the space is suddenly bigger and brighter. An injection of life and colour is exactly you what need at this time of yea… Read More

I first discovered KORRES 10 years ago. Well before Vogue sang its praises, prior to us ever imagining  Sephora, and just around the same time that the first iPhone was released.It… Read More

It's been a long and cold winter. And despite various efforts, I ended up wrapped head to toe in black, black, and uh, black most days.So now that the weather's warming and the sun's finally… Read More

Most of us have figured out the meals that make our bodies happy. A mix of protein, vegetables, grains and good fats, and we're good to go.But I think it's the in-between times, the snacking… Read More

Just because I haven't reviewed a product lately doesn't mean it's not a part of my daily routine.I use so many products on a regular basis that I've tried and then written about over the la… Read More

Here's a familiar scenario - you have your favourite restaurants where you order the same thing and it's always great, and what you expect.Then a new resto opens serving similar dishes, and… Read More

I fall right in between two main jewelry categories - delicate minimalist and big statement pieces. I want 'em both.But it's practically impossible to find jewelry that straddles both.This s… Read More

I am all about with big, pillowy lips. Never before have I noticed so many women with such thick, luscious lips. Don't believe me? Check out the always stunning Kathleen Robertson of "Murder… Read More

As soon as I set my eyes on LOCKNESTERS,  I knew I wanted him by my side always.There’s such depth and longing in his eyes. And the details - from the curvature of his hands to th… Read More

We've seen a lot of innovation with sheet masks just in the last year alone, so leave it to the amazing bliss to give us a rubberized one that just peels away. Ahhh!Brand new bliss Mask-a-&l… Read More

Ooof, my hair was in a bad state. I was battling all sorts of issues - dry locks, split ends, frizz, lacklustre strands, the whole shebang.I'm partly to blame with my constantly colouring an… Read More

When I first heard of Your Bijoux Box, I thought I was being punked - a curated box of affordable jewelry and accessories that arrives on your doorstep every month? It sounded too good to be… Read More

Everyone is crazy about matcha these days, from  ice cream and desserts to matcha lattes. Even a handful of books are being published this year about ways to use it.And while I'm a fan… Read More

Eaune Skincare looks similar to many of the bottles and jars already crowding your counter, but believe me - this line is going to ROCK you.It will exceed all your expectations and blow your… Read More

Eyebrow makeup and products have flooded the market. But all that brow paint won't help you if you haven't got to all those stray, straggly hairs.In fact, there has never been a more importa… Read More

Remember how over the moon I was with Belmondo’s The Cloud Face Cream? Well now you can be too - knack readers receive 20% off all orders until the end of April 2017. You have to be on… Read More

Are you drinking enough water?Hmmm, doubtful.Did you know that being hydrated help relieves everything from headaches to fatigue, increases your energy and performance (even 1-2% dehydration… Read More

No doubt you are spending a bazillion dollars on makeup.But it turns out you don't have to. Inexpensive cosmetics no longer mean they're not as swoon-worthy as your luxe picks.At least when… Read More

Custom hand-stamped jewelry and accessories often falls into the rustic, folksy category. With their uneven surfaces and motivations quotes, I normally wouldn't give them a second glance. Th… Read More

The positivity and exuberance coming through Zandra Cunningham's artisan, all-natural skincare bath and beauty products - Zandra Beauty - is infectious.In fact for me, it was love… Read More

As much as I love all things stationery, recently I've found it increasingly difficult to:1. Find original, contemporary designs. 2. Discover ones without a shocking price tag attached… Read More

Sometimes no matter how good you're being to your skin, it gets restless just like the rest of us.So despite upping your water intake, stepping up your cleansing game, applying water packs/m… Read More

Question: What are the two things you spend the most time doing all day?Answer: I'm on my phone and computer.Question: When's the last time you cleaned them?[Silence.]Gross.But hey, you… Read More

Sometimes you just know.You meet someone for only a few seconds, but you know it's going to be forever - even if it takes months before you actually have your first date. Patience isn't alwa… Read More

It's a very grown up thing to have cotton/linen napkins. But my beautiful silk lap protectors remain in the cabinet, only making an appearance until company arrives. It's not because I don't… Read More

Many years ago I was in a health food store and there was a guy offering samples of an olive oil from Tuscany. While it was exceptional in flavour and texture, what I've never forgotten was… Read More

Had a helluva day/week/month? Instead of reaching for the tequila (okay but maybe later though) or bag of Cheetos, relax and unwind with Mindful Senses."We believe that a wearied, emotional… Read More