Sea Buckthorn Facial Cleanser & Hydrating Serum= Love

When I'm stressed it shows up on my face. For the past six months I was doing quite well on my skin care journey...until my holy grail products finished. Ugh I can't begin to tell you how at 26 years old I wish I didn't have a blemish on my skin. I think all of this is payback for going 22 years blemish free. Yes.. You heard me!

I was one of the lucky ones who swore I'd be blemish free for life...but reality has set in :|

So far, I've been using Sibu Beauty Sea Buckthorn Facial Cleanser & Hydrating Serum religiously for over a month. 

Sea Buckthorn Facial Cleanser
This all-natural balancing facial cleanser gently removes dirt, impurities and make-up while maintaining a healthy balance in your skin without compromising its natural protective nutrients. 

Sea Buckthorn Hydrating Serum
This light, non-oily serum will flood your skin with moisture and help deeply hydrate your face and neck to eliminate that tight, dry feeling caused by dehydration. Natural sea buckthorn oils have proven to improve skin tone and texture, and help brighten complexion and stimulates cell renewal.


In one month, my pores have gotten smaller and my scars have faded slightly. Since pictures are better to show my progress. Here is a before and after shot:

Isn't that amazing! Anyone in need of  some quick skin assistance check out Sibu over at the Shopping Channel.

To Whiten or not to Whiten, that is the question

Hello.. my name is Jennifer and I love tea. 

I can go on about all the health benefits of tea, but i'm here to rant about the after effects.

DISCOLORATION!

I've tried those crest white strips but I'm too lazy to keep on doing them daily!

I'm thinking about getting a full teeth whitening just like Ande (seen below).  

I'm scared as hell for the after effects that I heard some people go through:
* Chemical burns from gel bleaching

* Pain
* Hot/cold sensitivity

My question for you is what type of teeth whitening products do you use/ have you used?

Burt's Bees Tinted Lip Balm: Hibiscus

I've noticed that some of my followers are really into all natural products. So...let me introduce you to Burt's Bees Tinted Lip Balm in Hibiscus.

I will admit.. I've never used any Burt's Bees lip products or a tinted lip balm before. I've stayed away from tinted lip balms because of horrible color selections!! Most are wayyy to pale for my skintone.

For the first time I have selection!! Burt's Bee offers six different shades – Hibiscus, Honeysuckle, Tiger Lily, Pink Blossom, Red Dahlia and Rose.

Our new tinted balms give you a hint of color with a soft, sweet flavor and natural ingredients that moisturize and condition your lips.

If your into quick fixes you should look into a tinted lip balm. 

While I'm at work I keep this baby right by my desk.

Have you tried a tinted lip balm before?

MAKE UP FOR EVER now exclusive to Sephora in Canada

I'm definitely not one to put out press releases on my blog but this one is beneficial for my Canadian ladies!

MAKE UP FOR EVER, the Paris based professional make up brand coveted by top industry artists and beauty lovers alike, is thrilled to announce that Sephora is now its exclusive retail partner in Canada.

MAKE UP FOR EVER products can be found exclusively at all 26 Sephora stores throughout Canada, as well as online at http://www.sephora.com/. Sephora stores currently carry an assortment of 300 to 600 of the brand’s newest and best-selling products, changing seasonally to accommodate the latest launches. In August, the NEW! Smoky Couleur collection will be the first new range to launch exclusively at Sephora. Smoky Couleur includes four new jewel-tone Smoky Lash mascaras (brown, green, blue and purple), three new Khol Pencils, and a limited edition Smoky Palette that boasts eight ultimate smoky shadow shades.

IN STORE EVENT: From August 26th to the 28th, make up artists will be on-hand at all Canadian Sephora store locations to offer complimentary smoky eye touch ups in celebration of this new launch.

If your in Ontario visit one of these stores to get your complimentary touchup:
BLOOR
EATON CENTRE
FAIRVIEW
KITCHENER
MAPLEVIEW
RIDEAU
SCARBOROUGH
SHERWAY GARDENS
SQUARE ONE
UPPER CANADA MALL
WHITE OAKS
YORKDALE

So are you going to go to the event? If, so which Mall?

FOTD: Sunkissed Face using CoverFX, Vasanti & MAC

I know I'm giving slight.. yes slight duck lips but my skin, brows and lashes look amazing here!

This is honestly the skin I dream for radiant, dewy but healthy.

Here's the products I used:

Face:

CoverFX NaturalFX B45

Vasanti Liquid Cover Up Oil-Free Foundation and Concealer V13
MAC MSF Deep Dark

                     MAC Skinsheen Bronzer Stick in Gilty Bronze

Eyes:
Physicians Formula Eye Booster 2-in-1 Lash Boosting Eyeliner + Serum

Mascara - L'Oreal - Voluminous Million Lashes

    Smashbox double-ended brightener

Lips:

Red Earth: Lip Shine

Tip: After putting on your CoverFX foundation. Apply your MAC MSF with a wet Sigma 180 in a stippling motion.

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I can't wait to try this look again!

What do you think?