The 18 Best Beauty Products of 2018

And now, the moment you’ve been waiting for! I tested, tried and fell in love with so many beauty, skincare and make up products this year. First of all, get out that champagne and let's toast to all the amazing products of 2018! 2018 was a serious deal in the beauty world and I really feel like I came into my own. I discovered more about my skin type and focused on what truly works for me, and not just on the hype products of the moment. There were so many amazing new brands that came out to really shake things up. We had a rise of plant-powered ingredients, tons of green beauty and I gravitated towards natural beauty and skincare. So, while I haven’t tried it all and there are some products I’m itching to get my hands on in 2019, today I’m capping off the 2018 beauty posts with the best of the best. 

Here they are, by category, the best beauty products I tried in 2018.

Cleanser

Graydon Face Foam

Can you tell by my empty bottle how much I use this? This has become my number one morning foaming cleanser. I use it every single morning to prep my skin for the day. It’s green, clean and all natural so I don’t have any quaff with using it daily or twice daily. It amazes me how light it is yet how well it foams and actually penetrates and lifts dirt. I have yet to find a natural cleanser with the same results (that leaves me feeling refreshed). Definitely going to restock this come 2019.

Makeup Remover

Eve Lom Cleanser

Total game changer. This is my go-to night cleanser when I need to seriously remove makeup, open up my pores without stripping my skin, and just feel ultra luxe. With ingredients like chamomile, cocoa butter and clove you just feel soothed, calmed and refreshed in the most luxurious way. There’s a reason why it’s been named the best cleanser in the world. It’s gentle, does not dry you out and improves skin texture. It's a staple. Use it as the first step in a double cleanse, or on its own and you will not be disappointed. I'm so glad I discovered this in 2018.

Toner

Pixi Glow Tonic

For the second year in a row, Pixi wins my vote for the best toner for noticeably different results. I tried a fair few and seem to always come back to this one. It’s so gentle on the face, balances the skin and preps it perfectly for subsequent skin care products and reduces the size of pores.  I’ve been trying to reduce my consumption of disposable makeup wipes in 2018 by using spray toners, but Pixi does it best. I hate how most toners have a tendency to make you feel so dry and stripped of your natural face oils, and this does NONE of that. I just love how you don't raw or overexposed after this toner (it's alcohol-free!).

Peel

Dr Dennis Gross Alpha Beta Peel Pads

Okay. I’ve been through my fair share of scary peels, where I’ve been inflamed, red for hours, and felt like my face was going to burn off. These peel pads are the most gentle, non-abrasive pads I’ve tried and there is noooooo recovery time needed. I can’t believe how gently they are on my sensitive skin and how I can go about my day with zero redness or inflammation. All your left with is perfectly buffed, texturized skin since they remove all the dead skin cells and leave visibly smoother skin. No parabens, sulfates or nasties. These will continue to be a necessity as I get older!

Eye Cream
Origins GinZing Refreshing Eye Cream 
Again, I've tried so many eye creams this past year and nothing does it like Origins GinZing Eye Cream. I have brought this with me on long-haul flights, across the world, and back again. It seriously reduces under-eye puffiness and smoothes out lines and creases like no other. It also leaves a little bit of illumination which I love. I came back to it all year and will continue to do so in 2019.

All-in-one Moisture
Cocokind Matcha Stick
This is another life saver which I became obsessed with in 2018. Under the eyes, on dry patches, on my lips-- basically anywhere. It smoothes and soothes the skin. It's a does-it-all kind of product, and you don't need to worry about where you're applying it since it's 100% natural and organic. The ingredients are just coconut oil, beeswax, and matcha powder! Allow this one to become your BFF in 2019.

Healing Balm
Huna Apothecary Nourish Skin Nutrition Balm
Guys... this stuff is a miracle worker. If you remember back in the summer I broke my foot and had to get stitches. Honestly, it was a nightmare! The cut was huge! I started applying this natural balm on the cut and it healed fast and the scar lessened! That's because it's packed with 22 essential vitamins, minerals and nutrients like camellia seed oil, pomegranate oil, chia seed oil, and the list goes on! It nourishes, replenishes and protects. I even apply it to dryer skin and on my lips. Brandon has actually stolen this product from me as his skin get's sooo dry in the winter. Looks like I need another already!

Serum
SkinCeuticals CE Ferulic
I have tried so many serums this year and always seem to come back to this one. It's like I miss it when I forget about it for a few days. It's that good. And you can see the results, instantly. We're talking instant skin glow and radiance, and it prevents existing skin damage and reduces wrinkles and lines. It's packed with pure vitamin C and worth every penny. Trust me.

Day Face Oil
Indie Lee Squalane Face Oil
I actually went through a bottle in a few weeks, which is kinda crazy! A little goes a long way but I just love how it feels. It works on all skin types and it's green and clean! I love that it is a lightweight oil and improves texture, tone, reduces wrinkles and lines and leaves you glowing. Squalane oil is great for anti-aging, it calms inflammation and to promotes a healthy glow. Mix it in with some face cream for an even lighter application, or mix it in with some foundation for a dewy look!

Night Face Oil
Pai Rosehip Bioregenerate Oil
This rosehip oil by Pai has become a nightly addition. I love how nourishing it is and actually seeps into the skin. I lather it on nightly and wake up with radiant, glowy skin. It also makes you look a little bronzy which is an added bonus to me!

Masks

Summer Fridays Jetlag Mask
Worth the hype, 100%. It hydrates your skin in the most loving, rich, penetrating way. I love how it seeps into the skin, totally absorbs and does not leave you feeling greasy. Puffy, inflamed, dull skin be gone! It's packed with vitamin C, E and hyaluronic ingredients which not only evens out the skin but also boost hydration. It's also very luxurious feeling. I apply before bed and wake up with silky, smooth, baby soft skin! I even apply under the eyes anytime I need a little revival.

Eve Lom Rescue Mask
Man, oh man. There is a reason it's called rescue. When your skin is puffy, tired, hungover, dull, or just lacking in life-- let this be your guiding light back to life. This is my morning after mask, when I need a skin reset. It gives you that deep cleanse, does not dry you out and completely resurfaces the skin. We're talking evens out the tone and texture, too. I love that it reduces redness and inflammation too. It's thanks to the Kaolin clay, honey, and almonds.  Just love this mask.

Moisturizer
Charlotte Tilbury Magic Cream
While I'm still waiting to try La Mer, Tactcha, and  Sunday Reiley, Charlotte Tilbury's magic cream is my miracle worker. It's luxe, rich, yet does not overpower your skin or feels heavy. It's light and airy and transforms the look of your skin, completely. It's collagen boosting, so gives you the ultimate hydration and plumps your skin back to life. Love the way it smoothly glides on the skin. I am obsessed with the new mini size... perfect for travelling!

Tinted Creams
L'Oreal Lumi Liquid Glow Illuminator 
This is the best drugstore illuminator I discovered all year! It gives you serious glow and dew which I am all about! I still wear my It Cosmetics CC Cream, but I wore this one by L'Oreal all summer, brought it on vacation in the Bahamas and still mix it in with some moisturizer in the winter. Since it's an amazing price point, you can't go wrong. You could just apply it to certain areas you want to highlight, but if you're like me and love the radiance, apply all over! You'll never feel more sunkissed.

Bronzer
Benefit Cosmetics Hoola Bronzer
There is not a week that goes by where I don't get asked if I've just come back from vacation, or why I'm so tanned. My sly response "I do the Hoola". Seriously, this is probably my most asked about makeup product. It is by far the most perfect shade to give you a sun-kissed glow. It's matte so there is no shine or shimmer which I love as a base on my cheeks! If you need a bit of shine you can just add some highlight on top (which I do), but as your base, you cannot go wrong with the Hoola. It's great for contouring and adding a pop of colour to your face and body!

Lips
Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask
This one I purchased late into the year, so I wasn't sure if I should include it since I haven't given it the minimum two-month trial. But, YES! I am obsessed. I apply the moisturizing balm before bed, and every time I wake up with supple, plump and completely hydrated lips. It's amazing and completely worth the hype! It's not sticky at all, it contains berry mix complex, which is refreshingly sweet, and it's packed with hyaluronic acid to inject moisture into the lips. I even use it as lipstick primer! It's a lip saver! Also, I love the little applicator it comes with, so you don't have to stick your fingers in the pot.

Niu Body Vanilla Lip Polish
I love this lip product too! I use it as a scrub when my lips feel damaged and are cracking/flaking, and need some exfoliation. So perfect to use in the winter months! I scrub it on my lips and the natural ingredients (shea butter, sugar, hydrating oils) make my lips so moisturized and full of life. Follow with the lip sleeping mask and you are set!

Hair Care
Ouai Anti Frizz Hair Sheets
I just had to try these. I was sick of applying some sticky product into my hair to tame the frizz. And, HOLY MOLY, are these a game changer! The make your hair so sleek, without altering your hairstyle and totally tame the pieces that are frizzing out of control. It's a little sheet and you essentially wipe your hair. That's all. And the frizz is gone. I keep them with me in all bags and in my car for all the moments.

And a bonus, because I can never go anywhere without bold brows.

Eyebrow
Benefit Cosmetics Goof Proof Brow Pencil
My brow savior. I find this to be the easiest product to apply to your eyebrows. It's a one swipe does all. I love the creamy texture of the product and the angled shape. It looks so natural on the brow as you can really fill, shape and blend with the built-in spooli which is on the opposite side of the applicator.  It comes with me everywhere I go.


What products did you fall in love with in 2018? I can't wait to hear!

P.S.:  Stay tuned for my best post where I'll be sharing the best lipsticks I tried this year.

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September Make Up Musts

September has been serious for beauty launches. I discovered a new eyeliner and mascara combo that packs a serious statement, I discovered a make setting spray that gives me a fresh face all day and a new bronzer/highlight palette that I simply cannot get enough of (shimmer, without the sparkle). Are you intrigued? Here's what I've been loving lately and what YOU need to add to your make up arsenal for fall:



Dermablend Power-Setter 2-in-1 Makeup Setting Spray
It's oil-free and lightweight. It instantly sets eye shadow, foundation, and cheek makeup to a T. Seriously, it lasts all day and does not leave me shiny at all! You're supposed to spray it over your face in an "x" and "t" motion, which I totally do. Not sure how this helps, but I'm totally game for techniques! I don't generally love setting powders, and I've always been a spray girl so when I ran out of my beloved Pixi setting spray I thought I'd give this a go! If you're finding after lunch your face seems oily, greasy or your makeup has rubbed off, you need to get on the spray train.

IT Cosmetics Superhero Mascara and Liner
It takes me a lot to stray away from tried and true favourites. But again, I had finished my Bad Gal Bang mascara and thought what the heck, let's see how super this Superhero duo is. I love IT Cosmetics for their CC Cream and Secret Sauce but had yet to test out more of their makeup line... until now. First off-- the mascara. Need volume? Need length? Yeah. It does both! Like if you thought I was wearing falsies I wouldn't blame you. I find it doesn't make my eyes itch either by the end of the day which is always a bonus.  I do find that on my right eyelash I get a bit of build up. Not sure if I need to brush out my lashes more often, but regardless it amps them up. Now if you're looking for a versatile liner, here's your golden ticket. I like to go super thin with eyeliner and this one allows me to achieve the perfect swipe.Also, I can actually line my lash in one stroke, which is huge for a eyeliner noob like me!

SMASHBOX Ablaze Face Palette
I love the fiery shades that this palette packs for fall. Burnt orange, burgundy, gold... they are literally LIT.  The palette is limited edition and available at Shopper's Drug Mart, so don't miss your chance to snag it while it's hot. Think shimmery sunset, but no sparkle which I love! The bronzers are deep shades which I may not be able to get away with when my summer glow fades, but for now, they are perfection. They pretty much act as a contour for me. The highlighters and blushes are lovely and really enhance the glow. When your cheeks catch the light, you will not know what hit you! Add a bit down the bridge of your nose, and you'll literally look like angel.

Have any make-up musts for fall? Spill...

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BUXOM Va-Va Plump + Video

First of all, can we just laugh at my attempt of a swatch? I love how I'm like running out of space on my arm and going every which way to get all the shades in... lol. I tried. I also ended up with lipstick all over my shirt! Moving on... Are you a matte or a shiny lipstick kind of girl? The past few seasons we have been just FLOODED with matte liquid lipsticks and I didn't think I would ever go back to anything but matte. I love the matte look, how precise and flawless it is. But (and I can't believe I'm saying this), I am starting to really dig the wet, shiny look. It's the season of lip tints, gloss and shine, girls! I like it because it looks just a tad bit messy but natural and effortless at the same time. It says "oh, just a swipe on the go", doesn't it?!

{wearing BOLDLY GO}

Buxom is the latest to release the shiny goods and not only are they extremely pigmented and hydrating, they plump up your pucker! You know Buxom is queen of plumping and they packed these guys with peptides and hyaluronic acid to give you that luscious lip. Always start with the Big O. It's Buxom's plumping lip balm that basically enhances your natural lip colour and plumps to the max! It also contains beeswax for softening and menthol for cooling and adding in that freshness.

Back to the Va-Va Plump... Twenty shades of long-lasting, loveable lippies. They don't feel sticky at all and feel ultra luxe and hydrating. My faves? It's so hard to choose! I am obsessed with Honey Do and Beg for Mauve for my everyday nude look. Russian To You is the perfect pastel pink, while Pin Up Plum is berry-licious.  I just can't choose...

What do you think of the latest in shiny lipsticks? Do you think it's here to stay, or will you be headed back to matte?

Check out my latest VIDEO testing out four of the fab shades!

S U B S C R I B E H E R E !

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Products were given as a PR sample, however, all opinions are my own!

Winter Glow at Three Different Price Points

Glowy, rosy, golden skin is one of my obsessions. I can't even leave the house without a swipe of highlighter, and I have no remorse, my friends! I love the way it reflects the light and adds a bursting luminosity.  I don't judge if you're more of a matte gal, I can appreciate it all, but a dewy glow is just what I've been feeling as of late. You can add it to the inner corners of your eyes for a real pop,  use it above and under your eyebrows for a life, plump up your lips by adding it to the cupid's bow (middle portion of your upper lip), and the list goes on! There are a few products that have become my go-tos, and it doesn't matter your budget, I have a product for you at every price point! Let's break it down, shall we? Seven products, three categories (worth the splurge, affordable and fab, and drugstore find) and all are shining stars!

SKINCARE

Dior Capture Youth Glow Booster Age Delay Illuminating Serum -worth the splurge 

Dullness and uneven skin tones are no match! I love the Dior Capture Youth Glow Booster for multiple reasons. It smells so lovely, so light and you can feel it working into the skin. How does it restore radiance? With one of my favourite ingredients- vitamin C of course! Apply before moisturizer or mix in with your moisturizer (my favourite right now is the Dior Capture Youth Advanced Cream). Your skin will just glow from the inside out, total hydration and no gimmick. Bonus-- formulated with mostly natural ingredients, it delays signs of aging, because it really is never too early to start fighting the inevitable!

Vichy Idealia Smoothness & Glow Energizing Cream - affordable and fab

I've been loving this moisturizer lately too. It combats stressors and amps up on the glow. It contains fermented black tea (aka kombucha) and blueberry extracts and thermal water. Talk about antioxidants! Not only does it reduce fine lines, but it boosts glow and tightens the skin. I always pair with the Vichy Anti-Fatigue Eye Care. It actually is the best eye stick I've used! It contains caffeine and licorice root to blur fine lines and rid dark shadows. It gives off such a shimmer, and it's a must-have. Combine the two and you will be glowing.

Pixi Rose Flash Balm- drugstore find

Perfect if you want the glow, but not necessarily the shimmer or shine. I love adding the balm after the Rose Essence Caviar. It creates a dewy look that is extremely hydrating and supple. You know that look like you've slept in your makeup and your face is just so lovely? Yes, that's the dew! Moisturizes the skin, brightens and revitalizes all in one go. Tip-- don't rub it in, just pat on the skin. 

FACE

L'Oreal True Match Lumi Glow Amour Glow Boosting Drops - drugstore find

First off, the Lumi Glow line by L'Oreal. Holy GLOW is right! All I do is add a drop to my moisturizer, or if I am wearing makeup that day, my foundation and it gives you a great dewy glow from a lit from within look. It even comes in two shades-- Daybreak and Golden Hour. I've been using Daybreak as it feels more cool, perfect for the daytime, but Golden Hour would be perfect to accent a tan (hi, summer!).

L'Oreal True Match Lumi Glotion Natural Glow Enhancer- drugstore find

Same same, but different.  This one is a use all over lotion. This liquid highlight comes in three shades and it can totally be worn alone or over makeup. It creates a lovely all over glow and it extremely lightweight. You can even accent with it if you'd like. It gives off a fresh glow, not too overpowering, perfect for the day-to-day!

Pixi + Cafe con Dulce - drugstore find

This multi-use pallet was maybe made for me? Nine shades of shimmery powder to cream beautifulness!  It has you covered with every shade-- peach tones, rose tones, golden tones, and bronze tones, perfect for highlighting and brighten. I love using it on the eyelids and on the cheeks. Use it on the inner corner of your eyes for the ultimate effect! Tip-- add a swipe of Pixi Lip Icing on your lips after you highlight the cupid's bow. The sweet, luminous lip gloss adds the perfect touch to any colour. It's the perfect top coat!

NARS Danger Control Eyeshadow Palette -worth the splurge 

Holographic, glittery and fabulous! For such light shades I can't believe how pigmented they are! My faves are the top three, Rave, Elektra, and Aeyrn Sun.  I've already dabbled into these pastels but I know they will be so lovely for spring and summer. The shades really are long lasting, and no fall out to be found!

Are you ready to get your glow on? Are there any products totally calling your name? Let me know!

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Holiday Beauty Sets for Every Girl

Beauty brands have been amplifying their approach to the holidays this year and I could not be more excited. I love Holiday sets because most brands really think about what us, the customers, want; they group together fan favourites, their most loved products, tie them up in a pretty bow and offer them at a great value which usually means you are saving loads. Since we are fastly approaching the gift giving season I wanted to break down the hottest sets and the ones that are going to give you the best value. Whether your style is elegant, natural, glam, or glowing there is seriously a set for every girl.

Clove + Hallow | Clean Beauty Review

I was first introduced to Clove + Hallow a few months back when The Truth Beauty Company (a boutique solely selling natural, organic and good-for-you beauty, haircare and skincare products) held a brunch to launch the products into the Toronto scene. Sarah Biggers, founder of Clove + Hallow came all the way from Atlanta to share her inspiring story. When she turned towards the clean beauty world she was not able to find comparable products that offered the bold shades she was used to as well as had the ultimate staying power. Her goal? Combine great beauty products and the holistic world.  I left the brunch so excited about the brand and wearing one of Sarah's Lip Velvet, which is a liquid lip colour. Five hours later (after eating, drinking and wandering the city) I came home with the lipstick still intact. To say I was surprised was an understatement! When does natural, clean lipstick last THIS long?!

Glamorous Travel Beauty

When I think Parisian beauty, I think effortless, timeless, yet glamorous. As I mentioned I am only bringing a carry-on bag for my travels, which is most definitely limiting the amount of beauty/skincare products I will be bringing. This is oh so difficult for a beauty junkie like me, but it needs to be done! In that case, I am focusing on the essentials. The products I know I can rely on time after time, but taken up a notch, because, after all, this is Paris! If there is one brand I turn to for glamorous beauty it's Charlotte Tilbury. Even the casing is seductive. So, here they are, my favourite Charlotte Tilbury products that are without a doubt getting stuffed into my ready to burst suitcase.

Pixi Please : Pixi Beauty in Review

Naturally beautiful, skin serving, botanically enhanced, quick, simple, flawless... Today I'm talking all things Pixi Beauty and if any of these words resonate with you, you need to keep reading.

Before having the pleasure of meeting Pixi makeup artist extraordinaire, Amanda Bell, I was already smitten with the brand. Years ago I would raid Target's beauty section and stock up on the essentials whenever I made a trip over the border. Now that the brand has made its way onto the shelves of Shoppers Drug Mart I can always be sure that my beloved Glow Tonic is never more than a quick hop, skip or jump away!

Amanda and the Pixi team hosted an inspiring luncheon at Colette last week and I can honestly say that the intimate afternoon made me fall even more in love with the company and products! What I love about Pixi is that they focus on enhancing your own skin in the most natural way (winner, winner!!) The skin treats are there to clean and prep the skin and the makeup products are truly there to enhance what you already have, not to cover or hide your own natural beauty. The pastel pink and mint packaging is just a bonus!

Since natural beauty is something so dear to me I really felt connected to the brand. Amanda told us how Pixi came about and shared that in the early days, the infamous Glow Tonic was delivered in barrels to their Soho, London store and the ladies of the shop would package, bottle and label the toner. How cool is that?! Their reason for constantly selling out? The formula has not changed at all! And it's one that is suitable for all skin types. Trust me-- this sensitive skin, rosacea bearing, break-out prone girl can attest to its brilliance!

I wanted to highlight a few tips that I learned from Amanda, and also share a few of my favourite products, old and new!

Stand Out Products:

1. Glow Tonic-  The best toner I've used. It's my go-to morning and night and can honestly say I notice a difference when I forget to apply it or travel without it. It does not dry out your skin, it leaves you feeling fresh (since it exfoliates), clean and glowing.

Pro Tip: The Glow Tonic is the first thing you should be setting in your skin. You don't want to see any old makeup come off on the cotton pad. So make sure you really focus on the cleansing (don't be afraid to really get in there!!)

2. Vitamin Wake Up Mist- A new product and an instant favourite for me. The smell is absolutely in- toxifying-- think orange blossom, lavender and citrus. It's basically summer mornings in a mist. I have been using it anytime throughout the day as a refresher, and also after I apply my makeup to set.

3. Rose Oil Blend- Another amazing product that gives off the ultimate dewy glow. You can use it after your toner as a straight face oil, but I've also been adding a drop to my moisturiser to really hydrate the skin and add some elasticity.

Pro Tip: Mix 1 drop of the Rose Oil Blend with the H20 Skin Drink for the ultimate hydration.

4. Flawless Beauty Primer- One product you will need for the summer! Besides the even skin, this primer adds the most perfect illuminating glow. You can even use it as a face moisturizer. I've been adding my Rose Oil Blend to this primer and finishing off with the Vitamin Wake Up Mist for a simple, flawless, glowing look (it's what I'm wearing in these pictures)! 

OTHER TIPS:

The Hydrating Milky Mist contains black oat which is perfect for sensitive/ rosacea prone skin. It also contains hyaluronic acid, which is amazing for moisture!
The H20 Skindrink provides a serious moisture surge and a cooling effect.

**Wearing the following Pixi products in these photos:
Glow Tonic
Hydrating Milky Mist
Flawless Beauty Primer mixed with Rose Oil Blend
Vitamin Wake Up Mist
Endlessly Silky Eye Pen- Bronzebeam
Beauty Bronzer- Summertime

S H O P T H E P O S T:

Thank you to Pixi Beauty. Products were given for review but all opinions stated are my own. 

Supermodel Brows with Charlotte Tilbury

If there is one person who can really appreciate the importance of brow products, not only for their ability to totally enhance a look but for the mere existence of them, it has to be me. Growing up with light hair meant that I had the lightest of light eyebrows! I mean, I have the hairs, but since they were so light they never showed up in photos, and just looked ridiculously undefined. Was so not a cute look! Once I realized how much a sculpted eyebrow could do for my face I started to get them tinted allllll the time. Well, that became expensive real fast! Eyebrow grooming has since become necessary for me and brow products are a now a serious staple in my makeup bag.

When Charlotte Tilbury launched her Supermodel Brow Lift Kit, I jumped for joy. Already obsessed with the glamorous brand, I was eager to get my #BROWFORMATION on with this kit! As Charlotte says,

"Darlings, no make-up look is complete without flawless eyebrows - they are the pillar of the face!"

I totally agree with this statement! They can totally amplify any look. I love the natural look of brushed up brows and adding a bit of colour to the brows and Charlotte's products are absolutely fabulous for this.

Here are the Supermodel Brow Lift Kit products I use by Charlotte Tilbury for fuller, defined, and beautifully shaped brows: 

1. The 3-in-1 Brow Lift eyebrow pencil. You start by shaping the brows with the brush, then fill in using this triangular shaped cream eyebrow pencil to define for a fuller look. I love the shape of the pencil! It's perfect to start at the bottom of the brow and work your way outwards to really fill in the patchy parts. The applicator also opens to reveal a secret highlighter which you can apply under or over the arch. I love adding the shimmer effect and that it adds definition while filling.

2. Legendary Brows eyebrow gel. Coats, colours and locks hairs in place. Always brush up to get that natural, supermodelesque fierce look! It contains Magic Elasticizing Wax and vitamin E to really lift the hairs and keep them looking natural, which I love.  I love that they have the clear gel, and also tinted gel. If you need to pick one item I'd go with this because it tints and holds in place, and is super precise. Great for an all in one product!

3. Full Fat Lashes mascara. This may not be a brow product, but having some defined lashes just elevates the look completely. This mascara is a powerhouse. It curls, separates, all while adding length, volume and serious glam.

4. The Retoucher Concealer. I am obsessed with this twist up concealer brush! It's so creamy and glides on so perfectly. I use it under the eyes to brighten and around the sides of my nose to cover redness. It covers lines, spots and under-eye bags so flawlessly! There are 10 shades to choose from and for me to brighten, I went with FAIR 2.

If you are buying the whole kit, it also includes the Life Changing Lashes Eyelash Curler. I have not tried it out, but it's rose gold in colour and looks fab!

So why do you need to get your #BROWFORMATION on with Charlotte?

*Variety of shades to match or add colour!
*Multi-tasking products!
*Natural looking, totally flawless brows!

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These products were given to me for review, however, all opinions are my own. I'm hooked, guys. You can purchase the products here.

2017 Beauty Finds

January was a fab month for beauty. I discovered some sweet new finds that I can't wait to share with you. From everything from a drugstore toner to a chapstick that will leave your lips moisturised for hours on end, I have you covered.

Pixi Beauty Glow Tonic: Finally Pixi Beauty has made their way to Canada! Once I heard they were launching in Shoppers Drug Mart in January I pretty much stalked every Shoppers I passed to find it. I couldn't be happier that I no longer have to wait for a trip to Target to pick up this exfoliating toner. It firms, tones, tightens and is alcohol-free! It has such a heavenly scent and it doesn't dry out my skin like other toners. I wake up feeling so bright and refreshed. I don't know why I didn't pick up the larger bottle right off the bat...but I know I will be soon.

Bite Beauty Everyday Agave Lip Balm: My lips have never felt more hydrated and protected. This stuff seriously lasts all day! Formulated without parabens, sulphates and phthalates and made with agave and vanilla extract, I love that I can put it on and my lips feel instantly restored. Not to mention it's made with real ingredients. Forget the B.S. When I was first recommended this and went into Sephora searching for it, there was one left. I knew I had to get it there and then. Haven't looked back since. If there is one product you NEED off this list, this is it!

Charlotte Tilbury Magic Cream: I know this one is a bit of an investment but it's so worth it. Your face will thank you. Rosehip oil, vitamin C, and I guess a little bit of magic, this cream will leave your face feeling extremely soft, dewy, luxurious and firm. It does wonders to cheat the look of a full night's sleep!

Smashbox Cover Shot Eye Palette in Softlight: You saw that I recently have been testing out the Covershot palettes and while I have MANY favourites (hello, Golden Hour and Metallic!) for the everyday Softlight is my go-to. I am all about the soft pinks, golds and nudes for the every day and this one nailed it on my colour scheme. It's the perfect size to take on the go, and the formula is smooth yet offers a nice shimmer. I just mix and match shades until I like what I create! No instructions necessary.

Teeez Highlighter in Body Heat: This creamy highlighter is such a lovely rose/pink colour and gives off a pearlized reflective glow. I love adding a touch to the top of my cheekbones, down the front of my nose and on my cupid's bow for a radiant glow. Teeez Cosmetics is exclusive to Hudson's Bay. Their whole line is fun, cheeky and an instant mood lifter!

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Will you try out any of these? Let me know if you have come across any killer products this past month!