David Dixon World MasterCard Fashion Week 2012

This last post concludes my Toronto Fashion Week coverage.
The highlight of my experience was sitting front row for David Dixon. Yes... FRONT ROW. 

I was close enough to touch the models. Best experience ever.

Thankfully, I had my DSLR to take exclusive front row pictures. David Dixon's line channeled the famous Alfred Hitchcock movie "The Birds". Being a Broadcasting graduate I have analysed the film from top to bottom. It was great seeing the inspiration come to life. 

Before I share my pictures,
I want to share the beauty look from Maybelline.

Eyes:
Master Precise Liner in Black

Illegal Length Mascara in Black

Mixture of Baby Lips Quenched & Eye Studio Color Tattoo Cream Gel in Too Cool

Face:
Fit Me Foundation + Pressed Power

Lips:

Super Stay 14hr Lipstick in Dazzling Plum

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Check out these great pictures from the show.

What was your favorite outfit from the show?

World Mastercard Toronto Fashion Week: Pink Tartan Backstage Maybelline Beauty

Pink Tartan will always have a place in my heart because it was the first Fashion Show I've ever seen.

I absolutely adore this look.

Those lips are fabulous!

 In the words of  Maybelline Canada’s head makeup artist, Grace Lee:
"This girl looks REALLY expensive"

Eyes:

Light gold dusted eyes

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Skin:
Dewy

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Lips:
Blood Red

World Mastercard Toronto Fashion Week: Backstage Maybelline Beauty Pavoni

If you're into bold looks this day would defiantly be for you!

 The Pavoni makeup look was all about the eyes!

Theme:

"Glam girls gone a bit Goth"

 

 To get the look:

Red lipstick on the eye up the way up pass the crease to the brows.

Black liner under the eye & on the lid.

Finish off with a nude glossy lip.

I love that picture!
The Redken team did a great job with the Pavoni hair. 

The look was a left part with a corn roll along the front hair line.
Lastly, the hair was twisted back.

This hairstyle can easily be taken off the runway into everyday life.

Products Used:
Fabricate 03
Power Grip 02
Fashion Works 12
Shine Flash 02

Stay tuned for coverage of Pink Tartan & David Dixon!

World Mastercard Toronto Fashion Week: Backstage Redken Holt Renfrew

You cannot complete a good look without the hair!
Redken Lead Artist, Jorge Joao, worked his magic and brought me along for the ride.

Holts: Jermey Lang look was textured hair with Drama.

Jorge said:

"We want the models to look like they just came out of the water on the beach and slicked their hair back". 

Products used:
Quick Dry 18- Fast-drying spray instantly controls and completes any style
Fabricate 02- Used to create texture 
Hardwear 16- Used to keep the hold
Argan 6 - Finisher

Perfection!

Stay tuned for my upcoming post on Toronto Fashion Week.

Backstage Maybelline Beauty Holt Renfrew- World Mastercard Toronto Fashion Week:

I cannot explain how grateful I am that I attended Toronto Fashion Week backstage courtesy of Maybelline. I've always been a fan of their products and I'm excited that they choose me to be apart of their experience. Hands down one of the best things I've EVER done in my life. I got to meet a lot of amazing people & talk about fashion/beauty.  I took a lot of pictures throughout the day.

Join me as I break down the hair & makeup looks from the past week.

Day One:

Holt Renfrew

Look#2

This look was ALL about the Strong Brow & Nude Lips.

Baby Lips in Peppermint & Peach Kiss were very popular backstage.

Maybelline Canada’s head makeup artist, Grace Lee used the Unstoppable eyeliner in Espresso to create an over extended brow.

Grace Lee explained:
"Glossy black lids add to the edginess and a neutral lip supports her carefree sensibility".

Look #2

 To get the look:

Eye studio master drama eyeliner in midnight was used on the lids. 

Then smudged with clear gloss to get the rock star effect!

Loved the looks! 

Stay tuned for my next post.

Beauty News: Burt Bee's, eos, AVON, AXE new Fragrance

Burt's Bees® launches a Natural Skin Solutions for Sensitive Skin

 Life is so much harder when you have sensitive skin. 

Okay.. I'm being over dramatic but sensitive skin does suck. Since I'm a buzz Agent I received a Burt's Bees Cleanser and Daily Moisturizing Cream to try out. So far its been pretty good. 

It's very gentle and okay for daily use.

Click here to find out stores that sell this product

These gentle formulas are clinically proven to cleanse and moisturize sensitive skin without causing redness or irritation. Softening Cotton Extract helps skin replenish its outer later, shielding it from potential irritants such as harsh soaps or cleansers, so your sensitive skin will look and feel beautiful, naturally.

Can be found at major drug & food stores 

Great ready for Spring with eos!

I remember when I got my first sphere in Lemon. I used it daily until there was NOTHING left. I loved it but didn't know what flavor to get next. Now I can pick according to my mood:

Sweet & Sassy — Summer Fruit
Cool & Calm — Honeysuckle Honeydew
Sleek & Classic — Sweet Mint

Avon launches the Clinical Resurfacing Expert Smoothing Fluid

Avon & I go way back. Back to me being thirteen years old selling AVON to my teachers. Now that I think about it I laugh. I had my business woman hat on from an early age. Last month, they launched the Clinical Resurfacing Expert Smoothing Fluid. 

Contact your AVON rep to purchase

Formulated with professional-grade ingredients, Anew Clinical Resurfacing Expert Smoothing Fluid
retexturizes skin overnight, exfoliating, retexturing and replenishing skin to leave it looking younger,
smoother and revitalized. In a clinical study vs. three professional microdermabrasion treatments over
12 weeks, Anew Clinical Resurfacing Expert Smoothing Fluid was 79% as effective as a professional
microdermabrasion without the same irritation.

AXE launches a NEW female fragrance

I like scent of AXE. It doesn't make me create havoc like the females in the commercial but I appreciate a great smelling man. I wonder if men will think the same now that AXE has launched their first scent for ladies. 

Anarchy For Her is a feminine mix of sparkling fruity notes [apple, blackberry] with soft florals at the heart and a light finish of sandalwood, amber and vanilla. Delicate and fun, Anarchy For Her is designed to be used throughout the day.

Red Cherry Lashes

I'm in love with this picture..
I wish these were my real lashes!

China Glaze Magnetix Collection

I recently got the opportunity to try out two polishes from China Glaze Magnetix collection on the Nailpolishcanada.com website.

These polishes are made with magnetic particles that form designs when a magnetic is placed over it.

China Glaze Magnetix comes in six different shades with one all-in-one magnet.

 The magnet has three patterns: Star, Chevron & Diagonal Lines. Out of the three patterns the star was my favorite!

For best results first apply a base coat to clean, bare nails. Then apply a coat of colored polish and immediately hold the design magnet over the polish for 10-15 seconds.

The experience:
I found this kinda difficult at first. I was adding to much polish and the design wouldn't "come" through. After a while when I only added one coat, I was more successful. These pictures below are from my first attempts:

As weird as this seems... I love the fact that the polish tried quietly. Also the colors are rich & vibrant.

 The con in terms of the magnet is that you have to work fast. As soon as you apply the one coat, apply the magnet ASAP. I had to learn how to master getting the magnet close enough not to ruin the polish.

Overall, I find the idea of magnetic polish pretty cool. I probably would only put them on my accent nails. Perfect way to change up a look with very little efort.

What do you think of magnetic nail polishes? 

Have you tried any before?

I love Montagne Jeunesse Masks!

Very few people know this but I love face masks! 

My love started at 14 when I use to make my own concoctions. It was fun but a total mess. Once I started to make my own money, I bought the ones at the store. They were cheaper and much more effective. Montagne Jeunesse is among my favorites.

We pulp, crush, squeeze, juice and extract all of the goodness of nature's fruits and flowers to help make you beautiful. All products are vegetarian, never tested on animals or use suppliers who have, and are as green and eco-friendly as possible.

I reviewed the "Crystallised Honey & Passion Flower Mask"  in one of my earlier posts. 

It was gentle and smelled great.

 I'm thinking of creating a mask series to show you all what I use. 

Would you like to see that?

World MasterCard Fashion Week is Here!!

I honestly can't believe that Fashion Week is already here! @MaybellineCAN is providing you with an ‘all-access pass’ to the catwalk using social media!

Get Connected:

·        Maybelline/YouTube/IMGpartnership streaming fashion shows live at: YouTube.com/FashionWeekLive

·        Dedicated WorldMasterCard Fashion Week tab offering a unique fan experience at: Facebook.com/maybellinenewyork

·        Join the virtualconversation from the backstage, to the runway via Twitter: Twitter.com/MaybellineCan

·        Visually rich beautycontent geared toward the style savvy micro-blogging community at: MaybellineCanada.tumblr.com/

·        Follow our boards on Pinterest to re-pin beauty inspiration and runway looks from the catwalk: Pinterest.com/maybellinecan

How to fix a water damaged eyeshadow!

Everyone has that one eyeshadow which looks so much better when its wet. Mine was a single eyeshadow from NYX.

After using it wet for a few months I realized that I didn't like the look of the shadow. I also noticed that it wasn't as pigmented anymore.

I had two options: scrape of the top (risk damaging it) or find a non evasive way to get off the of layer.

After racking my mind for a while I found some masking tape. Check out the results in the video below!

Essence Launches in Canada!

I could not contain my excitement when I received an invite to the Essence Launch Party.
As a beauty blogger, I have been reading essence posts on other blogs for years.
I've always admired their quality & affordable pricing. 

Thankfully Canadians like myself can now indulge in their goodies at
 Shoppers Drug Mart & Pharmprix!

Did you know?

• Essence is the #1 Value Brand in the world.
• Price range from $1.49 to $4.99
• Sold in more than 55 countries worldwide

Here are some great pictures I took from their setup to get you familiar with the brand.

Mono Shadows $2.49

Stay with me Long Lasting Lipgloss $2.99

Eyeshadow Quattro $3.99

XXXL shine nude lipgloss $2.49

Color & Go quick drying nail polish $1.49

Mascaras ranging up to $4.99

They also offer unique limited edition collections with their value pricing. 

We can look for six collections per year!

I still can not get over the price of the essence line.

I have tested out some of the products and I'm astonished how great the quality is.

The eyeliners are long lasting, the glosses are not sticky and the polishes have great consistency.

I'm happy to see brands like Essence come to Canada and offer more variety at a lower cost.

Have you tried anything from Essence before?