As a beauty editor, I’ve tried more lip liners than I care to admit. From cult classics such as Rimmel’s Cappuccino lip liner to the Rhode Lip Shapes, my collection is verging on encyclopaedic. In fact, it’s gotten so out of hand that I just had to whittle down my collection to just 20—and it…
A few years ago, I decided to forego my daily coffee ritual in favor of matcha because I realized it was negatively impacting my health. Once I stopped guzzling down lattes and cold brew on a daily basis, I noticed that my sleep quality improved, and I was less anxious. This, of course, was a…
If you love skincare, then the chances are you’ve already heard about Medik8. Known for its clinical, no-fluff and results-driven approach to skincare, this British-born brand is a favourite amongst dermatologists and beauty editors alike. At the heart of its bestselling CSA philosophy (vitamin C and SPF by day, vitamin A (AKA, retinol) by night—three…
When I tell people I’m a beauty editor, I’m met with one of three responses. First, they ask, “What’s a beauty editor?” I explain that I test, research, and write about all things beauty related for a living. Second, they ask, “What’s the best [insert beauty product here]?” Third, their eyes light up, and they…
Every now and then, a skincare tool launches that captures the attention of editors and beauty lovers alike. This season, that tool is the Ziip Dot. You may already be familiar with this brand and its popular facial microcurrent device, the Ziip Halo. However, the latest launch is something a little bit different. Yes, the…
As someone who has tried a lot of hot brushes (and hair multi-stylers, hair dryers and hair straighteners, for that matter) I know a thing or two about them. They’re a really great hair tool to invest in if you love the look of a salon blow-dry and want to take your hair from wet…
When it comes to beauty tools, the Dr Dennis Gross LED Mask is highly regarded as one of the best. If you’re searching for an LED mask to stimulate collagen and help battle breakouts, this is a great choice. That being said, it also comes with a pretty high price tag. Setting you back a…
At this point, I think we can make the call that international sunscreens are just… better. The UV filters are more sophisticated, the textures are far creamier, and the user experience is a million times more sensorial. There’s a reason beauty editors hoard bottles whenever they find themselves across the pond! So whenever I catch…
(Image credit: @kaitlyn_mclintock) I have fine hair and an oily scalp, which means wash day comes more often than I would like it to. Usually, I have to shampoo my strands every two days…three if I’m really lucky. So, to me, dry shampoo isn’t just an option, it’s a necessity. Over the years, I’ve tested…
A new lip product launch hits my inbox every three minutes—and yet, I’d argue none has maintained a cult following quite like the Summer Fridays Lip Butter Balm. Each new flavor-shade combination is somehow better than the next, the non-sticky formulas so smooth and hydrating that I (plus thousands of others) collect them like candy….
