Currently Obsessed: VICHY Ideal Body Serum - Milk

Sooo the groundhog was right. WINTER is still here!
By now I thought I would at least be able to rock my maxi dress but no.. I'm here pulling out my parka and boots. Hydration is key right now. 

My new BFF is VICHY Ideal Body Serum - Milk ($24.00 CAN).
What is Serum-Milk?
Serum-milk: Emulsion gel enriched with mother-of-pearl particles to enhance the skin. As a milk, it delivers hydration and comfort, as a serum, it has a very fresh, fluid and melt-in texture that is instantly absorbed. It is possible to dress immediately.
There are two key active ingredients usually used in face care in this product:
Hyaluronic Acid and LHA 


In combination, these result in radiant, smooth, hydrated and firmer skin. Since I have sensitive skin it's good to know that it's suitable for all skin types and infused with Vichy Thermal Spa Water. Plus paraben-free and hypoallergenic!

By combining 10 fundamental oils:
  1. Apricot kernel,
  2. Passionflower
  3. Corn
  4. Rice Bran
  5. Sunflower
  6. Blackcurrant Pips
  7. Rosehip
  8. Coriander
  9. Macadamia
  10. Jojoba
Best way to maximize the benefits:
Apply it to your skin when it's still slightly damp.
It will boost your hydration!


Curls or no Curls?

As you all know the big day is drawing near.
The number one question I get asked is "Are you nervous?"

My answer is "No...."
I know exactly what I'm doing and I wouldn't do it if it wasn't for me.

I have my dress..
But now I need to pick a final hairstyle.

Here are my three choices.
Curls or no Curls?
Of course, all Kim Kardashian looks.
Which is your favourite?

To make this style work for me.. I need A LOT of volume and length.
I'm happy to say that Bella Dream Hair is going to help me achieve that!

I had the opportunity to choose from four types of hair.

-Brazilian Straight
-Brazilian Wavy
- Brazilian Curly
-Brazilian Natural Wave

Brazilian Natural Wave is the best hair to get the look I want!
It can also be straightened.

I had the opportunity to choose lengths from 8" to 36".
YES 36" *screams*

I'm thinking about making them into clip-ins so I can change my hairstyle for the honeymoon.
Not sure yet...

I'll be sure to post the final look.

Hard Candy Spring Collection + Swatches

All these spring launches are getting me excited.

I had the opportunity to go to a Spring 2015 Hard Candy party and I was really impressed.
I saw a lot of great products to add to my spring makeup regime.
New eye primers!

Price: $4.98 CAN
Colours: (from left to right)
  • long wear
  • shimmer 
  • smokey
I'm really excited for the smokey primer. 
I've never seen ANYTHING like it.

Plumping Serum Lip Gloss + Fiberized Brow Gel & Brow Highlighter Duo
Plumping serum lip gloss

Price: 4.98 CAN
Colours:
  • pinky swear
  • magic muave
  • string bikini
  • show stopper
  • it girl
  • swan lake
  • nude beach
  • lion tamer
  • girl next door
  • crush on you
  • gallery girl
The plumping serum has improved it's formula.

Fiberized Brow Gel & Brow Highlighter Duo
Price: $5.98 CAN
Colours:
  • Light medium
  • Medium dark
I've never seen a fiberized brow gel before so I'm extremely excited to wear a product like this in the summer time. When it's hot and I know it's a struggle to keep your brows on. 

Eye shadows + Fierce lip gloss effects
Fierce lip gloss effects
Price: $5.98 CAN
Colours: 
  • just glow 
  • candy baby 
  • contraband 
  • black rose 
  • nude plunge 
  • make blush 
  • pink attitude 
  • knockout punch 
  • daredevil 
  • skyfall 
  • adrenaline 
  • plum diva 
Eye Shadow Collection 
Price: $5.98 CAN

  • guilty pleasure
  • aphrodisiac
  • rated - x
  • birthday suit
  • raining men

Skin Luminizers
Price: $7.98 CAN
Colours:
  • in the buff
  • blushing babe
Plumping Serum Gel Stick
Price: $4.98 CAN
Colours:  
  • anonymous 
  • admired
  • popular 
  • desired
  • beloved 
  • infamous
  • victorious 
  • wanted
It's a very unique lipstick because has lightweight mango butter 
which helps with hydrating your lips.

Wedding - Quick and Easy Seating Plans- Top Table Planner

So I'm in the process of finalizing my guest list.
This has been the MOST nerve wrecking process ever.
Who to invite, who not to invite...
One of the biggest things to consider is personalities.
Especially when creating your seating plans.

You need an easy, clear and concise way to do it.
I found the perfect online software to help!
It's called Top Table Planner.


NewYorkColor: April Challenge #NYCBeautyPro

It's been a while since I have done a #NYCBeautyPro challenge! 
I had to do challenge this month due to it's contents.

I know it's early to say this but I swear New York Color Smooch Proof Liquid Lip Stains ($2.99) are the best products of 2015.

Back to the challenge....
This month we had the opportunity to do a look inspired by like our favourite fictional character.

I picked Tiana from The Princess and the Frog!
I felt like her bold lips would be perfect to emulate with these lip stains!


I shared these on instagram and you all went crazy!
They're pigmented and EXTREMELY long lasting.


PLUS UNDER $3.00! INSANE!
I swear Tiana would have these in her makeup stash.



Main products used:
  • New York Color Smooch Proof Liquid Lip Stain ($2.99)
  • New York Color City Proof 24 hr waterproof eyeshadow ($4.99)


Have you seen these in-stores yet?


Weddingbells Celebrates 30 Years!

I had the opportunity to attend the Weddingbells 30 years anniversary event. I love Weddingbells! They were one of the first magazines to get in contact with me, when I got engaged. They are the "go-to source" for Canadian brides. The lovely event was at the Design Exchange in Toronto. 

Alison McGill, Editor-in-Chief of Weddingbells stated that the anniversary would be eventful-
"From live performances and innovative décor concepts, to an on-trend party menu of cocktail foods, an epic candy table and a very special wedding cake; this will definitely be a celebration to remember.”

Essie Loves Tattify

Last month, I had the opportunity to attend Fashion week at David Pecaut Square.
One of my highlights was visiting Essie's media-exclusive backstage lounge to get some #essielove.
My nails were done using one of the newest spring 2015 collections!
I choose "picked perfect" as a base with an accent of "garden variety" from the flowerista collection! This collection marks the first collaboration with designer Rebecca Minkoff. 
She's essie's global color designer.

To jazz up my manicure we used Tattify!
Tattify sells temporary tattoos and nail art wraps.
Definitely a trend that we will see everywhere in the upcoming months.

After all of that was done, I went into the mani cam for my close up!

Do you like my nails?

Make Up For Ever Spring 2015

Last month, I had the opportunity to attend a Make Up For Ever Spring 2015 event.
There were quite a few products I know you all would be excited to try out!

The star of the show were the Step 1 Skin Equalizers!
These are primers that not only transform skin’s texture but also creates the ultimate canvas.

What you should know:
  • 10 Formulas to address dullness, shine, dryness, shine & dehydration.
  • The formulas can be layered.
  • Perfect for ALL skin tones.
As a mascara fiend, I'm ready for the SMOKY STRETCH Lengthening & Defining Mascara.
This is a mascara that doesn't need to be layered. It has a Flex Control complex which will glide on your lashes to built definition and length. 

Last but not least, there is a new Pro Sculpting Duo. 
This product is a gel powder formula which blends flawlessly. 
Two duos available.  

Check out the photos below:



Available NOW at Sephora, sephora.ca and in MAKE UP FOR EVER Boutiques.

CANADIAN GIVEAWAY: Skintimate Skin Therapy Silky Skin Shave Gel with Moroccan Oil

Wedding season is here. I can't believe my shower is so close! 
I planned this really cute outfit which requires me to share an area which has been hidden from mother nature for a while. 
My legs! 


I was trying to decide which method did I want to use to bring myself back to civilization. That's when I got an email to try out Skintimate Skin Therapy Silky Skin Shave Gel with Moroccan Oil. I had no idea what to expect. But I was pleasantly surprised. The formula was something I've never seen in my life. I swear I wanted to eat it.. don't ask but it reminded me of some yummy pink icing!

To get started, I wet my legs and dispensed the products onto my fingers and gently rubbed in.
That's when it started to produce a nice rich lather! Overall shaving was easy and here was no irritation after. I was extremely happy!

Canadians: I would like you guys to try out the product as well!
I'm picking 15 SPICED BEAUTY readers to receive  Skintimate Skin Therapy Silky Skin Shave Gel with Moroccan Oil samples. Once you get the sample I want to hear from you!
 In exchange for your review of the sample, I'm offering you a $100 Visa gift card!

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