Gift Guide : Sephora Collection 2020 under $20

This is the 7th annual Sephora gift guide! 

I'm so grateful to be #gifted from Sephora Canada on this one again. 

This year is so cute!!!

There were a few products sent and I chose the best products that could totally work for anyone in your life. There is something for everyone- Young..old and in between!

I’m sharing my top 5 Sephora Collection products that you need to put on your radar either for yourself or for the ones that you love!  **But don't forget about yourself LOL!

Gift Guide : Sephora Collection 2019 under $20

Sephora Holiday goodies! 

This was one package that I was extremely excited for! 

And as usual it didn’t disappoint. 

Sephora collection has such a cute spread this holiday season.
I've been a huge Sephora Collection fan for an extremely long time!

*if you don’t believe me- check my old Sephora gift guide posts. 

For the ones who are new to the blog and have no idea how good Sephora Collection products are: You can get pigmented and high quality makeup, fragrance, beauty tools and skin care products for an amazing price point! Everything is EXTREMELY affordable.
Everything in this post can be bought on a $20 budget. 

Gift Guide: The Body Shop picks under $50

The Body Shop is one place that I always make a quick stop to whenever I’m in the mall. I love to go in-store and smell/test plus restock my body butters/shower gels. I was really excited this year when they sent over an amazing box of products for me to test (just in time for the holidays). It’s been a while since I’ve opened up a box and literally fell in love with EVERYTHING inside.

Gift Guide: Quo Holiday Collection 2019

Let’s get a started on this holiday content! 

Over the past few weeks, I have had the opportunity to receive some of the most gorgeous beauty products to my doorstep. Totally made me fall in love with beauty again. 

One of the first beauty brands, I ever spent my money on was Quo. 

There are soooo many gems in the line: From their brushes to their lip glosses. 

Every year they kill it with their holiday collections. 

Here are 5 items that you need to put in your stocking from Quo this year!

Quick and Easy Mom Last Minute Gift Guide

As a new mom, when you ask me "What I want for Christmas?" my answer will always be... "Don’t buy me anything! Just get gifts for the baby." Honesty, It’s more important that she’s good. I can always come second or even third. If you have someone in your life who is like me- it might be hard to find a gift for them that would work into their lifestyle. I am sharing three items that will be perfect for any new mom.

HAIR
I got rid of all of my flat irons. Either they were too old or didn't heat up quick enough. Back when I was pregnant I was gifted with a Conair Infiniti pro 3Q styling tool ($109.99 CAN). I seen it at Bed Bath & Beyond. I'm happy to stay that it has totally satisfied my hair needs. I'm currently protective styling with extensions because of the holidays. 

Holiday: Gift sharing + Stocking stuffers for you and others

One of the best things about Holiday makeup?? 

You get to sample a little bit of everything. 

Which is good but what if you find a great set that doesn't have everything you want. 

My solution...

Go halvies with someone & share the love. 

Yes.. Halvies is totally a real word. I have a great example in packaging sometimes there is like 12 lipstick shades and only six of them will work for me which means of the other six won’t. I can either regift them as stocking stuffers or since I won’t have seas with someone we can totally spell split up the colours that work for me and the colours that work for her so that everybody’s a winner. 

Quo Liquid Lipstick Bar ($20) can be found at Shopper's Drug Mart.

Quick Last Minute Holiday Look: Soft pink lip and a glittery smokey eye

The holiday's are here! I can't believe that it has come so quickly. Other than Fall, my favourite times for beauty is this season. I love my vamp lips and deep black cat eyes during this time but I'm going to switch it up for 2016!

What's the look?

Soft pink lip and a glittery smokey eye. This look is super easy. 

You don't have to be a PRO to do this one.

SHOP

My Sephora Collection Sparkle & Shine Picks

The holidays are here! This is the perfect time to shop! A little secret between you and I.... prices drop significantly at this time. Stores want to get more people in- buying and driving their daily sales total up. Sephora has some really good deals right now. Whether you go in-store or online- you're bound to find something you love for yourself or for a loved one.

Quo 2015 Holiday Collection: Get the Naked Look for Less

The nude makeup craze is everywhere – from eye shadows to lipsticks to the new contour craze. The good news is that you don’t need to fork out over $50.00 for the newest Naked Palette (okay, they’re still quite dreamy) – Quo has lots of great nude-themed products for less in their 2015 holiday collection!

Sephora Collection: Must haves 2015

One of the hidden gems in Sephora is their own Sephora Collection line.

So much to choose from at really reasonable prices.

During the holiday's they have amazing sets that available to purchase online and in-store.

Check out these cute and totally shareable sets that you must have this season.

My Philosophy Holiday 2015 Picks

I was extremely lucky to have the opportunity to attend Philosophy's Holiday preview back in October. Honestly, Philosophy has some great products that you need to get your hands on this holiday. I picked the three items that would make anyone feel gracious to have this season.

Philosophy has amazing shampoo, shower gel & bubble bath combos ($21.00 CAN).
The scents are rich, lather well and long-lasting. These are great picks but I would buy gallons of Christmas Cookie. Plus there is an awesome recipe on the bottle.

Holiday Beauty: Under the Tree

I love this idea!

It's so fun and inexpensive.

I wish my husband would allow me to fill the whole tree with makeup.

Holiday 2015 EOS Limited Edition Decorative Lip Balm Collection

EOS is making the holidays exciting! 

Combining two of my favourite things: Soft Lips & DIY fun!

Three pack decorative lip balms are a great idea!

Now it's easy to customize your EOS to reflect your unique personality.

Mary Kay Holiday 2015

It's time to talk Holiday! November is here!

Let's get started with some limited-edition products from Mary Kay!

The first thing I could say is everything is super colourful and smells great!

Holiday: Kat Von D Immortal Lash & Line Kit

This holiday is all about the lashes. 

If you cannot pay to get some falsies put on... why not build them yourself. 

Kat Von D Immortal Lash & Line Kit ($24 CAN) is the best way to get your eyes ready this holiday. 

The kit comes with full-size Immortal Lash 24HR Mascara and deluxe-size Tattoo Eye Liner. 

Immortal Lash is a cutting-edge, 24-hour mascara that powers lashes to their maximum potential with a first-of-its-kind three-in-one brush that lengthens, curls, and coats every lash in ultra-black drama.  

Tattoo Liner, the bestselling liquid liner, provides the ultimate precision, versatility and control with innovative brush tip design crafted with 325 ultrafine bristles.

The brush is amazing and gives me insane volume.
After application my lashes are still soft which makes removal a breeze at night.

My only tip is that the formula is wet..so do not immediately blink or sneeze after application.

The eyeliner is nice as well. 

It's waterproof but just like the mascara- removes really easy with wipes. Since I like my liner a deep rich black, I had to go over it a few times to get my desirable look.

This kit is now available on Sephora online for your favourite makeup lover!

Holiday: OPI-Sheer to the Top

It's November!

This month and next will be full of holiday beauty.

There is so much to share!

Sheer to the Top! ($27.00 CAN) is a great Christmas gift for the nail lover in your life!  

The set contains Top Coat, Matte Top Coat, and So Elegant.

This Winter it's ALL about layering. 

You have the perfect products to do so.

My favourite is So Elegant . It's a glitter nail lacquer studded with black and chrome particles.

Mattify it with Matte Top Coat or create a design by adding Top Coat on top. So many options!

“Top Coat provides a high-gloss, protective shine, while Matte Top Coat gives lacquer a velvety finish. So Elegant is a new, limited edition glitter with chunky black and silver sparkles that can be worn alone or over any OPI hue. As the name suggests, this shade lends a chic, glamorous element to nails,"Suzi Weiss-Fischmann, OPI Co-Founder & Brand Ambassador.

Are you ready for Fall nails?

My Christmas Wishlist

My Christmas wishlist is so small this year. As cliche as this sounds, all I can ask for is good health. Once that is established, I would love to have one or all of the five items which I shared below.

1. OLD NAVY
The Rockstar Mid-Rise Camo Jeans
SALE $23.50 CDN
I have yet to own a cute pair of camo pants!
They can be worn with flats, boots or sneakers.
Details:

All-over camo print.
Soft, medium-weight denim with added stretch.
Skinny leg.

2. HP 
Spectre 13 Ultrabook

$999.99
 USA
The very first computer that I bought with my own money was from HP. I need to keep up the tradition with the Spectre 13 Ultrabook
. As a freelancer, having Adobe Photoshop Elements 11 and Premiere Elements 11 already installed is genius!
Details:
Featuring Windows 8, the HP Spectre13 Ultrabook combines a slim and stylish profile with breathtaking performance. Weighing just 3.25 pounds, this sleek Ultrabook offers a 13.3-inch full HD touchscreen display and Intel 4th generation Core i5 performance. The device also comes preloaded with Adobe Photoshop Elements 11 and Premiere Elements 11 for editing photos and videos like a pro. Boasting up to nine hours of battery life, savvy users can rely on all-day performance with this brand-new PC from HP.

3. THE HUDSON BAY
COACH Coach Legacy Sport Bracelet Watch
$278.00 CDN
I need a cute stainless steel watch to match my ring.
Details:
Stainless Steel case and bracelet.
Water-resistant to 99 feet.

4. THE HUDSON BAY
THIERRY MUGLER Angel Couture Gift Set
$287 CDN
I've been obsessed with this scent since I recieved a sample from The Hudson's Bay!
Details:
23ml Eau de Parfum Refillable Shooting Star Spray
100ml Perfuming Body Lotion
100ml Perfuming Shower Gel.

5. Call it Spring
CLAIRDAY
$65.00
I need a cute over the knee boots in a colour other than black.
Details:
Concealed micro-wedge boot
.
Double strap detail.

Almond toe.

Holiday Wants: The Buxom Serial Kisser Set

The Buxom Serial Kisser Set ($40 CDN) is a collection of five miniature full-bodied lipsticks. There are 5 shades of lipstick in this set; two shades are part of the permanent buxom range while the other three shades seem to be limited edition (or at least exclusive to this set).

What is it:
The Buxom Serial Kisser Set is a collection of five miniature full-bodied lipsticks. Each lipstick is soft and creamy, infused with dual-action hyaluronic spheres that plump your lips and provide major hydration.

Menace - deep, rich wine colour

Provocateur – bright true red colour

Centerfold – neutral pink/mauve colour

Mistress – warm toned pink (medium) colour

Moonlighter – fuchsia colour

Why would I want it:
- Paraben, sulfate, phthalates free
- Opaque, satin finish
- Plumps lips without stinging/burning
- Great way to trial different shades & the buxom lipsticks in general
- One of these lipsticks fits perfectly in a clutch for one of the 100 holiday parties you are required to attend

What does it come with:
- 5x 0.04 oz full-bodied lipstick in Menace, Provocateur, Mistress, Centerfold, Moonlighter
- Red velvet case

Where can I get it:
Sephora.ca or in-store

Holiday Wants: GLAMGLOW Gift Sexy Set

Glamglow SUPERMUD™ Clearing Treatment is one of my top 10 favourite masks I've ever used. The results are almost immediate after using it. Definitely a must have.

Sephora is now selling the GLAMGLOW Gift Sexy set ($75.00 CAN) for the holidays. 

Perfect gift for a skin care junkie!

What is it:
A set of GLAMGLOW's bestselling products in a cool reversible gift box.

- 1.2 oz SUPERMUD™ Clearing Treatment
- 0.5 oz YOUTHMUD™ Tinglexfoliate Treatment

Why would I want it:
If skin care is one of your new year's resolution-add this set to your list!
-Smooth skin
-Unclogs pores
-Great exfoliant

Also parabens, sulfate and phthalates free!

What does it come with:
SUPERMUD™ Clearing Treatment helps fight all common skin concerns.

YOUTHMUD™ Tinglexfoliate Treatment contains super antioxidants and minerals that work to tingle, exfoliate, brighten, tighten, and resurface in as little as 10 minutes, leaving you with a youthful-looking, radiant complexion.

Where can I get it:
Sephora.ca or in-store

Holiday Want: White Musk Smoky Rose Spritz Duo Gift Set

Here is another great gift idea that costs under $30 with tax!
White Musk Smoky Rose Spritz Duo Gift Set from The Body Shop.

Lately I've been noticing that a lot of people HATE wrapping gifts.. which is crazy to me because I love it!

For example: My fiancé will not come near wrapping paper. His method is a gift bag and tissue paper on top. For individuals like him, these posts are for you. Nice and easy gift giving!

What is it:
White Musk Smoky Rose Spritz Duo Gift Set
Uniting a mix of notes including musk, black smoky rose and tobacco flower.

Price:
$25.00 CDN

What does it come with:
Cute reusable pink heart shaped metal case
White Musk Smoky Rose Eau de Toilette 60ml
White Musk Smoky Rose Body Mist 100ml

Why would I want it:

It's the irresistible scent of musk with the mix of smoky rose. Perfect evening scent for a night out.

Where can I get it:
The Body Shop online & in-store