Update Your Look with Revlon! #shop #cbias

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Lately... I feel like I'm in a make up rut.
What does that mean exactly?

My look is so basic at the moment. Tinted lip balm and mascara.
My days have been divided into working and planning a wedding- so I have no time to get dolled up. 

Since summer is here, it's time to make a change and start playing with new products.
I went to Loblaws to pick up some goodies for my new look. 

Let me start off by saying- I've never shopped for makeup in a grocery store before.
Perfect time to try it out for my #CollectiveBias post.


My initial thoughts about Revlon (makeup) being sold in Loblaws.

Pros
Convenience

• (Get your fruits and makeup needs in one location)

Cons
Selection

• (Not as stocked as a drug store)
• (Not a lot of the new release products)
• (Messy)
• (I saw no sales!)

I hardly seen any of the new Revlon products which are shown in the magazines.
No Lip stains or shadow compacts from the new collection.

I love matte lips. So I had to get a Revlon ColorBurst Matte Balm ($9.99 CAN)!
This is probably the BEST matte lip product that you can get for under $10.00!
Long lasting & very pigmented. I debated getting this in pink or red.

I decided to put this colour back and go with a signature red lip.

I needed a product to create my famous cat eye which usually requires a lot of precision.

Picked up the new Revlon ColorStay Skinny Liquid Liner (8.99 CAN). The tip is tiny!
Probably one of the smallest ones I've seen on the market.

To finish of the look I went with Revlon Lash Potion Volume + Length Mascara ($12.99 CAN).
It's a "wet" mascara but works well when you let it dry in-between coats.

Again the convenience of grocery shopping and getting makeup is pretty awesome! 

Quick makeup breakdown:

If I'm going to purchase Revlon- I'd probably go to a drugstore for variety, quantity and sales.

Do you have a favourite product from Revlon? 

Hair: Cleansing Conditioners?

To shampoo or not to shampoo that is the question. 

I started my hair journey a few years ago which now entitles me to do 

my own hair 90% of the time.

One thing I can tell about my hair is that loves moisture! There are a lot of talks out there saying that shampoos actually strip your hair moisture and conditioners cannot replace the full amount of moisture that has been lost. I have switched to a cleansing conditioner. Best decision ever! Most cleansing conditioners are really good for the hair because they don't contain harsh chemicals and they really help your hair maintain moisture. I love how soft my hair is after using them.

Click the product below and check some of my favourite cleansing conditioners!

Here is a shot of my natural hair- 

I have combed out my curls after putting in the Pantene damage repair cleansing conditioner ($9.99 CAN).

Do you have a favourite cleansing conditioner?

The Oils of Live Clean this Summer

Oils have definitely become mainstream and have been making a huge impact lately.

I personally think that they are a must have in your hair regime. Not sure what brand to start with? Check out Live Clean’s three amazing hair oils.

Live Clean KERATIN OIL Leave-in Treatment ($11.99 CAN)

Perfect for curly, frizzy and dry hair.

This product repairs hair by using Buriti Oil and Macademia Nut Oil. Plus Wild Flower Honey to help your hair hold onto water molecules. Want that perfect blowout? It also helps to prevent heat damage.

LIVE CLEAN MONOI OIL Leave-in Treatment ($11.99 CAN)

Perfect for brittle, fine and dry hair.

This product contains Tahiti’s native Tiare flower (which known for it's beautiful scent) and Monoi Oil (very rich blend of coconut oil). Plus Bamboo Extract and Jojoba Oil to ensure your hair is fully moisturized. 

LIVE CLEAN AGE RESIST MIRACLE Nutrition Oil ($11.99 CAN)

Perfect for aging/damaged hair.

This product contains Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein which attaches to the hair shaft causing hair to appear fuller. Also contains Jojoba, Rosehip and Avocado Oil. An amazing pre-shampoo treatment.

Benefit Cosmetics Hydrating Tinted Lip Balm Swatches

Last year was all about colour for me. This year, I'm more laid back with tints and balms.

On my radar right now, is Benefit Cosmetics hydrating tinted lip balms ($22.00 CAN).

A hydrating, fruity, tinted lip balm that conditions and glides on sheer.

Let me say this again. The keyword is tinted balm. As a girl with pigmented lips, I'm not looking for colour payoff just hydration. It's a bonus that these lip balms are very conditioning as well. 

They're perfect on their own or over your favourite lipstick.

Colours- According to the swatches below:
1. Lollibalm - candy orchid
2. Benebalm - rose
3. Cha Cha Balm - sheer mango
4. Posiebalm - poppy pink

My favourite balm is of course Lollibalm!

It works amazing with Lollitint which I reviewed back in January.

Do you have a favourite tinted lip balm?

Beauty News: Marc Anthony Regenerating 12 Second Miracle Collection

What if I told you that you can get the treatment of 12 products in 1 product? 

Check out the Marc Anthony Regenerating 12 Second Miracle Collection! 

It's developed with the latest Apple Stem Cell Technology which nurtures healthy hair growth. 

Three carefully targeted products to regenerate hair. The gem of the line for me is the Regenerating 12 Second Miracle Daily Conditioning Treatment. All you have to do is spray it evenly on wet hair from roots to ends. Leave in and comb through and style.

Regenerating 12 Second Miracle Daily Conditioning Treatment ($16.99 CAN)
Versatile, Apple Stem Cell enriched Daily Conditioning Treatment primes your hair for flawless looking hair day in and day out. A leave-in for all hair types.

Regenerating 12 Second Miracle Sulfate Free Shampoo ($14.99 CAN)
Cleanse your way to thicker, stronger, healthier growing hair. Infused with the power of Apple Stem Cells and Biotin. Sulfate Free.

Regenerating 12 Second Miracle Sulfate Free Conditioner ($14.99 CAN)
Nourish and hydrate while promoting thicker, stronger, healthier growing hair. Infused with the power of Apple Stem Cells and Biotin. Sulfate Free.

All these products are available at Shoppers Drug Mart.

New: Schick Intuition Advanced Moisture Razor + Giveaway (20 winners)

Did you know the spring is almost over? 10 more days until Summer! 

Can you believe it? 

Right now I'm in the process of taking out all my summer dresses so I can get see what fits and what doesn't.. so far so good! But that's not going to stop me from shopping hahaha!

You know I always have the 411 on what's new and coming out. 

Check out the Schick Intuition Advanced Moisture razor ($11.99 CAN).

It's a razor that comes with new Moisture Ribbons which lathers/moisturizes your skin. Of course, eliminating the need for shaving gel. Less stuff in the shower is always a good thing. Perfect for anyone who is like me that wants to get in and get out!

Other Cool info:

• Ergonomically designed handle
• Grip to help you while in the shower.
• Pivoting head
• Four blades surrounded by a conditioning solid

Do you want to prepare yourself for summer?

Schick is giving 20 Canadian Spiced Beauty readers their own 

Schick Intuition Advanced Moisture Razor to send out for test and review!

Once you send in your review you will be entered to win a $100 Visa Gift card!

Enter here:

a Rafflecopter giveaway

Summer Pinks: L'Oreal Paris Colour Riche Extraordinaire Lip Color Rose Symphony

I've been talking about doing this post for so long. While working full-time and attempting to plan a wedding and of course trying to have a life.. I have been taking a bit of a back seat on the blog.

Summer is coming in right now one of the hottest colours out is pink. As a deeper skin woman of color, I feel that I need to be conscious about what pink I wear. Hear me out.. I personally do not want to be walking around with milky Pepto lips because it's not flattering to my skin tone. When When I brought up the idea of doing a pink lip series on Twitter, a lot of women of colour were really happy for me to do it.

This week's summer pink is:
 L'Oreal Paris Colour Riche Extraordinaire Lip Color Rose Symphony ($12.99 CAN)

Formulated with precious micro-oils and rich color pigments, 

Extraordinaire provides the ideal balance of color and care for perfect lips. 

Purchase it here: