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August 5, 2011 in Hair by Denise Wild

As Canadians we always complain about the weather. In the winter it’s too cold, in the summer it’s too hot.  I for one am NOT going to complain about the heat and the sun since it feels like we get so little of it! The humidity however DOES make hair styling tricky. How do you maintain that perfect textured style without the stickiness of heavy products? An alcohol-free gel such as TRESemmé Ultra Firm Texture Gel works perfectly on short layered and textured styles. Providing all day control and humidity resistance frizziness will not ruin your steamy summer nights.

GS Approved: Affordability is important especially when it comes to our everyday products. TRESemmé is famous for offering professional quality hair care products at prices that still allows us some indulgences every now and then.

Inspiration: Victoria Beckham is one lady that can really rock the short piece-y look! This forever stylish lady recently gave birth to a baby girl – that little girl is sure to be the best dressed kid in town!

Beauty Editor: Elaine Atkins

August 3, 2010 in Makeup by Denise Wild

Lancôme Paris Ink Artliner in Pop Petrol is part of the Ô My Rose! Spring 2010 collection that encompasses all the energy and retro style of the sixties. This must-have long wear calligraphy gel eyeliner draws instant attention. The creamy texture glides effortlessly along the lid for an easy application, delivering a blue-green turquoise shade that guarantees a fresh and light springtime flare. It’s a limited edition shade that definitely conveys the spirit of liberty and a newly carefree lifestyle.     

GS Approved: The creamy texture, loaded with silky colour pigments, glides on so naturally that you’ll be brimming with freshness and femininity all day.

Inspiration: The carefree demeanour of this collection inspires to define this spring’s spirit of carefree femininity. Discover a collection and a new El Dorado of freedom. Redefine the world from the smoky wine cellars of Saint-Germain-des- Prés in Paris.

Beauty Editor: Ashley Frejlich

June 1, 2010 in Skincare by Denise Wild

So there’s no such thing as an eternal youth elixir, but Avon Anew Clinical Luminosity Pro Brightening Serum comes pretty close. L-Aspartic Acid boosts pigmentation in the skin to decrease dark spots and dullness. Your skin appears fresher and fuller, and the tone is evened out. Re-texturize your skin without expensive cosmetic procedures, and try this cool-feeling gel from Avon instead.

GS Approved: This lightweight gel is suitable for all skin types. Use it after cleansing and before moisturizing to let this serum into your pores.

Inspiration: Kylie Minogue looks youthful and gorgeous…even at 40! Keep your skin looking fresh and young at any age with Avon’s Anew line.

Beauty Editor: Jemima Codrington

January 20, 2010 in Makeup by Denise Wild

Bushy unstyled brows are a thing of the past. Get controlled brows all day with the gel formula of Tweezerman Professional Browmousse, which easily styles and shapes without leaving flakes or goo. The high-precision brush ensures evenness and long-lasting style. Step out this season with clean, shapely brows.

GS Approved: Tweezerman is a leading brand in hygiene care, especially for the brows. It’s only natural they make a browmousse to compliment their precision tweezers.

Inspiration: Frame your peepers with a strong but slight arch à-la Oscar de la Renta’s Spring 2010 runway show.

Beauty Editor: Yanyi Ma

October 28, 2009 in Body by Denise Wild

In three bright red tubes, Joe Fresh Wash & Go with Joe in Fresh Pomegranate includes body wash, body balm, and body polish in convenient sizes packed into an adorable travel pouch. The body wash gently cleanses with fresh foam while the gel-based scrub body polish exfoliates to help reveal soft, smooth skin. The body balm leaves skin freshly scented and supple. For a low price (that’s why we love Joe!), this little travel kit offers style, quality, and value.

GS Approved: Known for quality, innovation, and value, Loblaw Companies Limited and Joe Fresh bring us great beauty buys with the Joe Fresh Bath collection.

Inspiration: French photographer Guido Mocafico uses the red succulent pomegranate as a contrasting background for his Red, White, and Blue Fruit Jewellery piece featuring Bvlgari Jewels.

Beauty Editor: Yanyi Ma