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NY + Company: Gabrielle Union Collection Review
After months of teasing on Instagram, Gabrielle Union FINALLY debuted her highly anticipated New York + Company collaboration this week. The collection is available exclusively in store and online. The 51-piece collaboration is described as polished, sophisticated, smart and edgy and includes everything from pencil skirts, peplum jackets, Kimonos, cropped pants, blouses, shells, and dresses. Did I mention that every single piece in this collection retails for less than $150?
Gabrielle Union’s impeccable style was a driving influence in this collection. It features versatile separates in bold prints and modern silhouettes, with a trendsetting twist. So if you are looking for pieces to spice up your work wardrobe this fall, I highly suggest you check out this NY + Co x Gabrielle Union collection. I promise you won’t be disappointed.
Here are some of my personal highlights from the collection!
Cutout Jumpsuit
Price: $89.95
V-Neck Sheath Dress
Price: $79.95
Choker Blouse
Price: $54.95
Sleeveless Turtleneck Sweater
Price:$49.95
Long Floral Kimono
Price: $129.95
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Dreamy Beauty Bar by Lynda Quach
Everyone knows that Toronto is a place you dress to impress! It is really important that you look your best because it seems like you will always run into someone you know.
Pricing to keep your looks up can get costly but if you are looking for a referral, I have one for you! Dreamy Beauty Bar is a boutique lash/brow studio located in a cozy location on Queen East. Even with a tiny place, the best thing about Lynda’s beauty bar is the exceptional quality.
I had no idea what to expect when I showed up for my microblade appointment! Lynda sent me reminder before my appointment and made me feel comfortable right away. We discussed the shape of my brows currently and what our goals are. Then we talk about the color that I felt most comfortable with. We decided to go with a light brown black color.
I never ever had symmetrical brows in my life and I have always had bangs! I am so happy with the results and my entire make-up routine seems so much easier. Look at my very light natural brows before my microblade procedure!
After the 1 hour of careful microblading, we were finally ready for the big reveal!
Lynda also sent me this handy guide to know what to expect during the ‘recovery’ time of the brows.
The first few days it does seem dark but now they are just perfect!
If you are in Toronto make sure to call Lynda and visit Dreamy Beauty Bar.
Tues – Fri: 11am – 7pm
Sat: 11am – 5pm
Sunday: Appointment only
Monday: Closed
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Best Summer Beauty Products
There are so many great things about summer, but one thing I can completely live without is the damage it does to your skin. Everything from the sun burns to the excessive sweating makes it hard to keep your traditional skincare routine during this time of year. It is important to tweak your skincare routines in the summer to meet your needs. Here’s a list of the best beauty products to try this summer!
Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Lotion – SPF 100
This sunscreen offers the highest combined UVA/UVB protection, and is proven to protect skin from over 99% sunburn damage. Plus, with an unbeatable PFA, nothing provides better UVA protection. Infused with a light, fresh scent, this elegant formulation is fast-absorbing, non-whitening, water resistant and lightweight. Neutrogena’s Dry-Touch technology provides an ultra-light, non-shiny finish and leaves skin soft and smooth.
Price: $9.79
Facial Spray with Aloe, Cucumber and Green Tea
An invigorating mist formulated with an infusion of nutrient-rich botanicals and cucumber essential water to revive dull, tired skin. Aloe vera and cucumber – both rich in essential vitamins and minerals – deliver a cooling boost of hydration as green tea provides powerful antioxidant protection. Skin is left feeling refreshed and revitalized.
Price: $7.00
Confidence In Your Glow
Get the look of an instant all-over vitality-filled glow, plus a boost of brightening and radiant warmth, in one simple step! From the sensorial experience of the fresh orange scent to the powerful vitamin C-infused radiance-boosting and brightening formula, Confidence in Your Glow transforms your complexion with high-performance, anti-aging ingredients and talc-free, ultra-luxe pigments.
Price: $32.00
Sunscreen Lip Balm SPF30
Sun Bum Lip Balm SPF 30 protects your lips from sun and wind damage. Aloe vera soothes dry, chapped lips while cocoa butter softens, repairs and enhances skin renewal. Use over bare lips or under your favorite lip color for added skin protection.
Price: $3.99
City Block Purifying Charcoal Clay Mask + Scrub
A 5-minute dual-action detoxifying and exfoliating clay mask. Appropriate for all skin types.
Purifies and polishes skin for a delightful deep-clean treatment. Natural bamboo charcoal and kaolin clay help remove pollution and impurities, while natural silica beads gently refine texture.
Price: $28.00
Ultra Facial Cream
This ultra facial cream helps reduce moisture loss while drawing and absorbing moisture from the air. It is the best you are constantly sweating. With continuous moisture replenishment throughout the day, leaves skin smooth, soft and healthy-looking.
Price: $27.00
Camera Ready BB Water SPF 30
This multitasking BB water with SPF 30 is an ultra-hydrating and oil-free formula that creates a sheer, radiant finish that lasts all day. It delivers a demi-matte complexion that’s never flat, creating a natural-looking canvas, and it minimizes the look of fine lines, pores, and blemishes. This unique BB water allows you to build coverage and does not cause any drying, cracking, or caking during wear.Price: $42.00
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How To Get That Summer Glow: New It Cosmetics
Summer is right around the corner and I can’t wait to get that summer glow! These amazing new palettes will provide you with an instant all-over vitality-filled glow, plus a boost of brightening and radiant warmth, in one simple step! From the sensorial experience of the fresh orange scent, to the powerful vitamin C-infused radiance-boosting and brightening formula, Confidence in Your Glow™ transforms your complexion with high-performance, anti-aging ingredients and talc-free, ultra-luxe pigments!
Why you’ll love IT!
ü Delivers your blush, bronzer and highlighter in one simple step for an instant all-over glowü Drops of Light Technology™ gives you lit-from-within radiance without glitter or shimmerü Talc-free universal shades look flawless on all skin types and tonesü Anti-aging, skin-brightening vitamin C, plus a super ceramide complex, peptidesand collagen for your most beautiful skin!ü Pairs perfectly with our NEW Heavenly Skin™ One-Sweep Wonder Brush #705Confidence in Your Glow is now available to purchase at itcosmetics.com and ulta.com. - Asian, Austin, Australia, Baltimore, Chicago, Las Vegas, London, Los Angeles, Miami, New York, Technology, Toronto, Vancouver
Spring Break Prep Workout
Can you believe that Spring Break is right around the corner? I feel like the year has just begun! Spring break is a U.S. phenomenon and an academic tradition which started during the 1930s in the United States. College students from all around the country travel south to enjoy sunny weather and cold beers! People workout all year around to get their bodies in spring break ready condition. If you are anything like me, you are not one of those people! For the next three weeks I will be taking the #21daychallenge and will be trying different workout and eating program to get my body “Spring Break Ready”! Here’s are a few of the workouts below!
Join the #21daychallenge and let us know below how it goes!
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The Cure for Winter Skin
Is it me or does it feel like Winter here on the East coast is just getting started? I hate the way my skin feels in the winter! Today I noticed how dry my hands were even after I put on lotion this morning. Winter months may be dull and dry, but your skin shouldn’t be. Avoid rough, cracked hands, feet and lips with hydrating ingredients and good for you products. Rituals and PUR have you covered to keep your skin feeling smooth and soft in no time.
Winter months may be dull and dry, but your skin shouldn’t be. Avoid rough, cracked hands, feet and lips with hydrating ingredients and good for you products. Rituals and PUR have you covered to keep your skin feeling smooth and soft in no time.FOR THE BODY:
The Ritual of Sakura Magic Touch Body Cream$33, rituals.com and Rituals Stores in NYC
This rich, velvety whipped body cream will deeply nourish your skin. Vitamin E, Antioxidants and Centella Asiatica combined with the sweet fragrance of Cherry Blossom and Rice Milk, will strengthen your skin, leaving it revitalized and silky soft.Rituals Heavenly Hammam Bath Oil$19, rituals.com and Rituals Stores in NYC
Treat yourself to a relaxing, hot bath after a cold winter day. This calming bath oil is rich in Vitamin E and Argan Oil that will relax your body and purify the soul. It will soften and hydrate long after you dry off.FOR THE HANDS:
The Ritual of Dao Night Balm$17, rituals.com and Rituals in Stores in NYC
Get your hands the beauty sleep they deserve. The new night balm contains Shea Butter and Yi-Yi Ren to transform your skin by the time you wake up, leaving them soft and ready to take on the day.FOR THE FACE:
PUR Blue Agave Mask$26, Purcosmetics.com
Keep your face energized and hydrated with PUR’s Blue Agave Mask. Full of Green Tea, Ginseng and Vitamin B, this turquoise peel-off mask helps stimulate the skin’s metabolism for a look of plumper and refreshed skin. The cooling sensation and uplifting scent will leave your skin feeling totally revived.FOR THE LIPS:
PUR Velvet Matte Liquid Lipstick$18, purcosmetics.com
Dump those dry matte lipsticks. PUR’s new Velvet Liquid Lipsticks provide lavish lip color in an innovative mousse texture and coats lips with a smooth flawless finish. The formula doesn’t flake or dry lips, keeping your lips soft and kissable through the winter.
