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June 30, 2011 in Skincare by Denise Wild

Although I love their intense moisturizing effects, I typically stay away from body butters in the summer, as they tend to be too thick and oily for the humid temperatures. The skincare gods must have been listening when I hoped to find a moisturizer that worked like a body butter but didn’t feel like an extra layer on my skin.  The Self Sanctuary Peony Apple Body Butter by mark. is just that.  A luscious scented moisturizer that softens the skin but feels light enough to wear on even the hottest and most humid summer days – this is a must-have in my summer skincare routine!

GS Approved: As part of a complete bath and shower collection, the Peony Apple Body Butter is scented with a mix of crisp apples and fresh peonies – it’s a moment of bliss as you nourish your skin.

Inspiration: Actress Eva Longoria’s skin is always radiant and healthy-looking.  Achieve this same look by adding mark.’s Peony Apple Body Butter to your daily routine.

Beauty Editor:  Anjali Handa

June 29, 2011 in Hair by Denise Wild

Ever wonder how you can get great, long lasting hold to your hair style without it feeling stiff or heavy? Think it’s impossible? Shu Uemura’s Kengo Feather Tenacious Hold Lightweight Cream with Asian Green Tea is the solution. This amazing product with the super long name is great for all hair types as finishing product on towel-dried hair or if you’re looking for more hold it can also be applied to dry hair. Just a small amount of this cream makes my curls really bouncy without the crunch factor.

GS Approved: Not only is this product effective but it’s good for your hair too! The added green tea which is rich in vitamins, minerals and amino acids as well as being a source of antioxidants, your hair fiber is protected leaving you with a soft and shiny mane.

Inspiration: Eva Longoria has added domestic goddess and author to her resume with her new cookbook “Eva’s Kitchen: Cooking with Love for Family and Friends”. I doubt that I’ll be able to master any cooking skills like her but I’m hoping this hair cream will give me shiny and touchable locks like hers!

Beauty Editor: Elaine Atkins

June 28, 2011 in Fragrance by Denise Wild

I like my man to smell fresh and clean but of course sexy too! Eternity for Men Summer has captured all my desires in one great cologne. This light scent is perfect for the hot humid summer – it’s not overpowering and it keeps me wanting to take whiffs every chance I get! Containing an interesting mix of mint and watermelon this fragrance makes me long for romantic summer picnics on the beach.

GS Approved: Calvin Klein is well known for his simple and clean approach to fashion. His iconic fragrances fit this description well and this particular fragrance does not disappoint and has certainly captured our attention.

 
Inspiration: Simon Nessman is the current face of Calvin Klein and these images definitely invoke a dream date on a deserted island…I’d say that’s quite inspiring would you?

Editor’s Note: I love this fragrance so much I’ve actually stolen a few sprays for myself! It’s definitely a great men’s cologne but I love that it’s not to musky for me to wear too.

Beauty Editor: Elaine Atkins

June 20, 2011 in Makeup by Denise Wild

I love the look of a sheer, tinted lip colour in the summer.  The problem is most lip glosses feel thick and heavy on the lips, while most lip balms don’t hold enough colour to make a noticeable difference.  That’s why I was glad to hear about Covergirl’s Natureluxe Lip Balm – it’s a fusion of a gloss and a balm made from natural mango, shea and other butters, which work together to ensure the lips stay soft and hydrated throughout the day.  I tried Cinnamon, a sheer, peach-gold shade that, with a hint of shine, has proven to be perfect for a sun-kissed, summer look!

GS Approved: This combination of a gloss and a lip balm is just the right texture – silky, smooth, and very light on the lips.  As an added bonus, this product contains SPF 15 to help protect our lips from the summer sun!

Inspiration: Covergirl Taylor Swift seems to always get it right with her subtle-but-sexy lip shades.  Enhance your sexy pout just like she does with the new Natureluxe Gloss Balm!

Beauty Editor: Anjali Handa

June 17, 2011 in Body by Denise Wild

Ok, I have to admit it, it has been years since I’ve hit the beach without a sarong or wrap around my legs. This is all going to change this summer thanks to NUXE BODY BODY-CONTOURING SERUM FOR EMBEDDED CELLULITE. Embedded cellulite is the deep-set adipose cellulite that creates a quilted appearance when you pinch the skin.  Put literally, this is the not-so-attractive cellulite on the back of the thighs.  This product’s texture creates an immediate photo-smoothing effect to help reduce the appearance of “dimples” right away. And with repeated use you skin’s elasticity is improved which makes thigh circumference appear refined. Just rub on and this new body-contouring serum immediately melts onto the skin, leaving it feeling incredibly soft and smooth.

GS Approved: NUXE BODY BODY-CONTOURING SERUM FOR EMBEDDED CELLULITE is paraben-free and 94% of its ingredients are of natural origin. Brazilian Mimosa (patented by NUXE) and Glaucine extract work together to improve skin’s elasticity while botanical caffeine, cocoa polyphenols (patented by NUXE), and Yacon extract help to reduce the appearance of embedded fat.  Natural and slimming, it doesn’t get better than that.

 
Inspiration: No one has sexier, mile-high legs than former Spice Girl, Victoria Beckham. Even being pregnant with her fourth child doesn’t stop her from showing off her amazing gams.

Beauty Editor: Elizabeth Violette

June 16, 2011 in Body by Denise Wild

We all have our flaws and we learn to live with them and love them. But, why not get some help from L’Occitane Delightful Shape Refining and Reshaping Gel? Stimulate skin’s own microcirculation with a patented formula containing almond proteins, silicium and essential oils which also help rid skin of excess water and toxins. This formula also contains quinoa extract, which interestingly helps prevent the formation of new fat cells. I knew quinoa was good for you nutritionally, but I had no idea that it also benefits skin!

GS approved: L’Occitane has managed to harness the firming and elastic properties of Almond to create this limited edition natural body care line of products; firming and toning with only the BEST ingredients from Provence, France.

Inspiration: Cameron Diaz seems to have legs that go on and on forever! Although she hasn’t been in the spotlight lately I’m looking forward to seeing her new movie “Bad Teacher” which also features her ex Justin Timberlake!

Beauty Editor: Elaine Atkins

June 15, 2011 in Body by Denise Wild

It’s vacation season! Whether you’re jet setting to Europe or taking a road trip to the cottage, packing as light as possible is a must. (This leaves plenty of room in your suitcase for shopping trips!) As a woman who loves her bath products, it can be hard for me to decide between necessities and luxuries. Well, now I don’t have to decide! Yves Rocher Jardin des Nymphes Hair and Body Wash is the perfect 2-in-1 formula to take on vacation. Designed to leave hair silky and skin soft what more could a girl ask for while making the most of each summer night.

GS approved: Botanical ingredients such as Water Lily water and organic aloe vera gel, contained in a biodegradable formula ensure we are respecting the environment while enjoying all nature has to offer.

Inspiration: Many of the ingredients used in the Yves Rocher Jardin des Nymphes collection come from Provence France. The scenery is absolutely gorgeous and this destination is definitely going on to my “must see places” list.

Beauty Editor: Elaine Atkins

June 14, 2011 in Skincare by Denise Wild

I’m crossing my fingers that sunny days are here to stay. As much as I love the sun, protection is key – but a pale complexion is definitely less than desired especially during those oh so short summer months. Part of the Yves Rocher Limited Edition Nymphes Collection, the Sunny Tri-Powder compact is the perfect palette to put some colour into my cheeks. A perfectly complimentary trio of shades is the key to giving you that perfect sunny complexion even after the sun has long set.

GS Approved: Most bronzers I’ve tried come in bulky containers which are not idea for travel. I love how flat and compact this palette is making it a breeze to take anywhere – I can touch up throughout the day and no one will ever know my sun-kissed glow isn’t from the sun!

 
Inspiration: Since this product is so compact it’s the perfect fit for these fabulous Chanel purses which have been on my wish list forever! Some day I’m sure I’ll be lucky enough to own a classic flap or something in a fun colour, but until then I can enjoy creating inspiration sets on www.polyvore.com.

Beauty Editor: Elaine Atkins

June 13, 2011 in Body by Denise Wild

It’s officially pedicure season! Our feet have been hidden away and stuffed in to boots over the long Fall and Winter seasons – now it’s time to let them breathe! Since I wear high heels a lot of the time I have rough patches on the balls of my feet. Yves Rocher Polish Foot Scrub is amazing at exfoliating and smoothing away all the winter roughness on my feet. Applying this scrub once a week leaves my feet pedicure and sandal ready.

GS approved: Botanical foot care at it’s finest; this scrub is laced with lavender essential oil. Organically grown by family run farms in Provence, the lavender used in this scrub will also leave your feet feeling relaxed.

Inspiration: My favourite way to exfoliate my feet is of course walking barefoot on a beach like Paradise Beach in Mauritius – perhaps even staying at a place like the Sofitel So Mauritius Bel Ombre  http://www.sofitel.com . Since a dream vacation like this isn’t in my near future, my feet can at least experience the same type of luxury!

Beauty Editor: Elaine Atkins

June 10, 2011 in Hair by Denise Wild

It’s that time of year again.  Aside from mosquitoes, the only thing I despise about hot summer days is the impact the humidity has on my hair.  I’ll leave the house with voluminous, bouncy curls and by the time I get home from work my hair is flat, frizzy and dead straight.  Can you relate?  Luckily Herbal Essences has released their revitalized collection, which includes the None of Your Frizzness Conditioner. Infused with Mandarin crème and pearl, this anti-frizz formula not only helps to leave hair frizz-free in the most humid conditions, but it also smells like a citrusy dream!

GS Approved: None of Your Frizzness Conditioner contains water-activated silkening ingredients that lie on each hair cuticle providing moisture and hydration.  What’s more, these ingredients help reflect the sun making hair shiny and vibrant.

Inspiration: Celebrity ambassador Leighton Meester has the shiniest of mains.  This summer, achieve this soft, shiny and beautiful look with this anti-frizz, humidity-fighting conditioner!

Beauty Editor: Anjali Handa