The Red Bow: Hello Kitty Love

Hi my name is Jennifer and I'm a Hello Kitty fan!

I think it started in my early 20's. 

I remember going to NYC and visiting a store in China Town which was full of Hello Kitty stuff! 

I started with mirrors- to phone cases to t-shirts and much more.

I usually get my HK stufff from ebay but now I have a new favourite shop!

The Red Bow

Based in Toronto Canada, The Red Bow's concept came from lifelong Hello Kitty fan - Karen, who now in her 30's continues to search for those unique Hello Kitty items to add to her growing collection. Each and every product in The Red Bow online shoppe is selected by Karen, the Owner and a "Red Bow Luxist" herself. A collection of everyday luxuries to rare pieces, The Red Bow follows the Sanrio philosopy of "Small Gift, Big Smile®" and hopes to inspire more Red Bow Luxists to add a little piece of Hello KItty luxury to their lives.

I was sent their press kit which included some really cute Hello Kitty goodies!

• HK BIG BOW MAKE-UP BAG ($14.95 CAD)
• DEMETER SANRIO 'HELLO KITTY' MINI COLOGNE SPLASH ($6.00 CAD)
• CLASSIC KITTY NAIL ART STICKERS ($6.95 CAN)
• HELLO KITTY JUICY POP TUBES (WILL BE AVAILABLE LATER THIS YEAR)

There are a lot of really cute iphone cases, sparkly clutches and lovely accessories on the site!

Are you a Hello Kitty fan?

Gifts for Mom: Bath & Body Works + Event

What do you get for a mom that has everything?

Anything that smells good!

My pick is Bath & Body Works Rome Honeysuckle Amore Fragrance!

Take a romantic stroll through the cobblestone streets of Italy's most glamorous city with pink honeysuckle, golden peach & cyprus woods immersed in our exclusive hydrating formula. Skin-softening Shea Butter, Jojoba Oil and Vitamin E deliver all-day moisture, for the perfect everyday lotion.

If you want to add on to the package try the 2 in 1 Superfruit Body Scrub and Wash,
Bronze Shimmer Fizz Body Mousse or Shimmer mist.

If you're mom doesn't like rose, let her pick our her own scent at the Bath & Body Works Mother's Day event taking place May 6-11 at the Eaton Centre, Sherway Gardens, Vaughan Mills and Yorkdale mall.

Skin Care: Eucerin, Simple & Olay

I love Summer skin! It's always golden and evenly toned.

 A lot of people don't know that after a day in the sun you need to put back the moisture into your skin.

Hydration is key! 

I also exfoliate and tone (time to time) but this post will be 

about my current favourite moisturizer and cleansers.

Eucerin DermatoCLEAN Mild Cleansing Lotion($11.76 CAN):
The Mild Cleansing Lotion with its very effective yet extra mild nature-derived cleansing complex removes make-up effectively & protects the skin from drying out.

Why I like it:

• Removes makeup dirt & oil.
• Moisturizing.
• Fragrance-free.

Simple Foaming Cleanser ($7.99 to $10.00 CAN):
Our Foaming Cleanser is a perfect blend of skin-loving ingredients and Pro-Vitamin B5 to remove impurities and remaining traces of makeup. Your skin will feel cleansed, refreshed and moisturized. Perfect even for sensitive skin.

Why I like it:

• It's foamy.
• Has vitamins which are good for the skin.
• Noncomedogenic.

Olay Fresh Effects Long Live Moisture! Satin Finish Lotion ($14.99 US):
Fresh and feather-light, get the rich hydration of a lotion but with the lightweight feel of a gel. Now your skin is soft and smooth for up to 24 hours.

Why I Like it:

• It's light.
• Doesn't make me oily.
• A little goes a long way.

If you see any of these products in store, try them out!

Have you tried anything from these brands?