Beauty

Beauty &amp; Grooming

After noticing the number of failed products they'd seen over their respective careers, beauty industry vets Brandy Hoffman and Patricia Santos decided to change the way they were developed. "What it boiled down to was, we believed the consumers were being brought into the process way too late," says Hoffman.

Despite the fact that online shopping has become the go-to for many, there are still people (like me) who appreciate a good old-fashioned brick and mortar space. And as the holidays approach, it's nice to get an in-person look at what you're gifting--especially when it comes to beauty products.

Oscar de la Renta

Estée Lauder

Say goodbye to your eyelash curler and layers of waterproof mascara

Toronto

Skincare

Chloë Sevigny

GOOP

sustainability issue

Earlier this year I remember being shocked at a statistic I saw in an article by CBC News. It revealed that here in Toronto, 26% of our recycling is contaminated (compared to say, 4.6% in Vancouver).

Canada

Davines

Chapped lip season is officially here and as the temperature drops, it's time to get serious about lip protection. We've put together a guide featuring some of the best products to keep your lips feeling hydrated this winter and with five different formulas, there's something for everyone.

Our Definitive Guide to Winter Lip Care Featuring 5 Different Formulas

Winter

Bath

Guido Palau

For many, nude lipstick is part of their everyday makeup routine. But for model Grace Elizabeth, a bright red tinge to the lèvres feels like home. "If you look at any of my red carpet looks I’m usually in a red lip," says Elizabeth. "It’s just my favourite. It’s so strong, and sensual and confident."

Chanel

Canadian-based company, Oak + Fort got its start eight years ago as a little boutique in Vancouver. Over the years, the brand's modern minimalist aesthetic and thoughtful attention to design have earned them many fans and today Oak + Fort has 18 brick and mortar locations across North America.

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