Monday 29 February 2016

L'Oreal Paris Extraordinary Oil #ExtraordinaryOilWorks #Review

Our Winters are harsh that they kill (more like slaughter) the moisture in my hair.  It is already bad enough that it is dry from using hair dyes and blow drying my hair .  The freezing weather and the dry heat from the furnace is like over kill.  I was sent a package of L'Oreal Paris Extraordinary Oil from their Hair Expertise collection.  It contains 6 extraordinary oils - argan, amla, coconut, sunflower, chamomile, and soy.


Sunday 28 February 2016

Barilla Pasta ~ #Review #Giveaway

My family and I eat pasta all the time.  You would expect I would eat more rice but Pasta is my choice of carbs.  When they go on sale, I would stock up and purchase to fill my pantry.  When I received a few boxes of Barilla I knew it was pasta night.  The last few days I have been making spaghetti so today I made my yummy Chicken Penna in cheese and Classico alfredo sauce.

Barilla Pasta



Shout! Factory Power Rangers Time Force: The Complete Series ~ #Review & #Giveaway

Last Family Day / Presidents' Day long weekend and it was freezing cold outside.  We didn't venture outside so my girls and I hibernated inside for a few days.  So we spent the day watching Power Rangers: Time Force marathon.  It was back to back, 40 episodes, which means about 14.5 hours of nothing but Power Rangers.  My kids loved it.  They love to watch these 5 superheroes saving the day.  The Time Force is the police in the future and they travelled back in time to 2001 to re-capture the evil Ransik who escape from captivity.  I enjoyed the last two episodes and I am not going to spoil it so you will have to watch it.  This DVD is jam pack of action and tones of happy endings.

Shout Factory! Power Rangers Time Force: The Complete Series


Thursday 25 February 2016

Flexitol Very Dry Skin Cream & Heel Magic ~ #Review #Giveaway

Having dry skin is the pits and if it starts to flakes and peels, it makes you willing go soak your feet in a tub of hungry Garra rufa fish.  OK, maybe I am not brave enough to dip my feet in dead skin eating fishes.  Our Canadian winter weather makes my skin more dry and dehydrated.  I am lucky that my skin does not look like what is shown on the picture of Flexitol cream box.  That looks uncomfortable and painful.

Flexitol Very Dry Skin Cream & Heel Magic

Tuesday 23 February 2016

Check Out Shout! Factory: SNOWTIME ~ #Review #SnowtimeMovie

I want to shout, "Man Your Battle Station, this is War!"  I was sent a copy of the new Shout! Factory movie called Snowtime.  Guess What!  It is a Canadian film.  It will be showing in selected theaters nationwide on Febrauy 19th, 2016.  This 3D movie is a remake of a 1984 live action movie called The Dog Who stopped the War.  It was a French Canadian drama film from Quebec.  I never saw the original so I can't compare the two films.

Shout! Factory SNOWTIME

Monday 22 February 2016

No 7 Protect & Perfect Protection Advance Serum ~ #Review #Giveaway

I know I shouldn't but sometimes I forget to put on my serums before I moisturize.  Serums are just as important as facial moisturizers.  Serums contains the most concentrated anti-aging ingredients that my skin needs all the time.  Using both serums and lotions will help maintain keeping the skin young and healthy.
No 7 Protect & Perfect Protection Advance Serum

Sunday 21 February 2016

John Frieda Luxurious Volume Full Body Shampoo & Conditioner ~ #Review

I know fine hair can be a hassle.  I remember when my daughters had fine hair, it was hard to do anything with their hair.  It was hard to style it even if it was a simple braid.  My mom has fine hair and she alway loves my thick course hair.  Over the years, I have noticed my hair is getting finer and finer.  It is a big sign that I am getting old.  I got the chance to try John Frieda Full Body shampoo & conditioner from their Luxurious Volume collection for fine hair.

John Frieda Luxurious Volume Full Body Shampoo & Conditioner

Saturday 20 February 2016

I love...(Cosmetics) Vanilla & Ice Cream Bubble Bath/ Shower Gel ~ #Review #Giveaway

I love (cosmetics) is one of my favourite brands I always see at Shoppers Drug Mart.  For years I have been wanting to try them.  But once I have, I have been using them ever since.  Meet their newest scent - I love...Vanilla & Ice Cream.

I love...(Cosmetics) Vanilla & Ice Cream Bubble Bath/ Shower Gel

Friday 19 February 2016

Big News! Groupe Marcelle Acquires Lise Watier Cosmetiques ~ #PR


  • Groupe Marcelle becomes the largest Canadian company in the beauty industry 
  • Four flagship brands are maintained: Marcelle, Lise Watier, Annabelle and CW Beggs and Sons 
  • $18-million investment by Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec (CDPQ)


Montréal, February 18, 2016 – Groupe Marcelle, Canadian cosmetics developer, manufacturer and distributor, announced today its acquisition of Lise Watier Cosmétiques. “This acquisition is aligned with our strategic growth plan and enables us to diversify our portfolio with the addition of a prestigious and complementary brand,” said David Cape, President of Groupe Marcelle. “Through this transaction, Groupe Marcelle will become the leading Canadian company in the beauty industry. It brings us one step closer to reaching our ambitious objective of becoming one of the 100 largest global cosmetics manufacturers.”


Shout Factory! Transformers Rescue Bots: Adventures in Time and Space ~ #Review & #Giveaway

Thinking about Transformers gives me warm memories of my childhood.  My brother and I watching alot of the original Transformers television series and movie.  I was also lucky to also play with my brother's transformers toys.  Transformers: Rescue Bots is a spin-off from the television series and here you meet the Transformers emergency team of Chase, Heatwave, Blades and Boulder.

Transformers Rescue Bots: Adventures in Time and Space



Wednesday 17 February 2016

Giveaway Ending February 16, 2016 ~ #Giveaway Winner

The winner to the Hallmark Valentine's giveaway is

Robyn L.


The winner to the Pound Puppy DVD giveaway is

Stephanie L

Congrats!
Please check your emails
Thanks for entering everyone.

My other current giveaways (more coming soon!):
Transformer Rescue Bots: Time & Space DVD, March 11, CAN/US

Vitabath Cool Spearmint & Thyme, March 16, CAN/US

Live Clean (baby) Soothing Vapour Bubble Bath, March 3, CAN

Vichy Idealia Day Care, Feb 27, CAN  <--ENDING

Vitabath Cool Spearmint & Thyme #vitabathcoolmint ~ #Review & #Giveaway

I often shower in the evenings but if I shower in the mornings, they are usually quick.  I love scented body washes to give a nice spa feeling to it.  Vitabath have been one of my favourite brands to use and I was very excited to try their new scent Cool Spearmint & Thyme.

Vitabath Cool Spearmint & Thyme


Tuesday 16 February 2016

Pearl & Daisy Natural Soap Company #Take12 #Review #Contest

If you asked me when was the last time I had a bath, I had to think really hard and discovered it was more than 14 years ago.   I use to live in this tiny place that only had a stand up shower and when I moved, I had kids.  When my kids were younger, I was lucky if I had a chance to shower.   I had many record breaking 5 minutes showers.  Now that my kids are older I am able to spend more time in shower.

Pearl & Daisy Natural Soap Company #Take12

Monday 15 February 2016

Maybelline New York signs new spokesmodel Herieth Paul ~ #PR

Toronto, Canada (February 11, 2016) - Maybelline New York announced today that Herieth Paul, the striking Tanzanian fashion model, has signed on to be the newest face of the brand. Herieth joins a roster of prominent spokeswomen including Christy Turlington, Adriana Lima, Cris Urena, Emily DiDonato, Kemp Muhl, Gigi Hadid and Jourdan Dunn.



Herieth was born and raised in Dar es Salaam, the largest city of Tanzania with her younger sister Happiness and raised there until moving to Ottawa, Canada at the age of 14. She is the daughter of a diplomat and once had similar aspirations before being scouted at 16 years old.

After being signed to Women Management in June 2010, Herieth’s career took off. She has appeared in numerous global editions of Vogue, including US, Italia, Germany and Japan. She has also been featured in the pages of Teen Vogue, i-D, Dazed + Confused, LOVE, Elle, Allure, Glamour and Le Monde (among other publications). Herieth has posed for top photographers including Steven Meisel, David Sims, Nick Knight, Patrick Demarchelier, Sølve Sundsbø, Ryan McGinley, Josh Olins, Daniel Jackson, Ben Hassett, Giampaolo Sgura, Richard Burbridge, and Ellen von Unwerth. She has walked the runways for designers Proenza Schouler, Stella McCartney, Balmain, Tom Ford, Ralph Lauren, Burberry, Rag & Bone, Rodarte, Giles Deacon, Rick Owens, Carolina Herrera, Philip Lim, DKNY and Derek Lam. In addition, she has been the face of a variety of advertising campaigns including Tom Ford, Polo Ralph Lauren, cK One, The Gap, Diesel, Edun, and Rodarte.

“Herieth has an incredible aura; she is smart, strikingly beautiful and has a lovely personality. In photographs she captivates you with her beauty and in person she exudes a refreshing and unpretentious gorgeousness which women around the world will be able to relate to,” says Leonardo Chavez, Global Brand President of Maybelline New York Worldwide.

Excited to become the new face of Maybelline New York, Herieth said she is “honored to be able to work for Maybelline and is grateful to be given such an amazing opportunity. I love the values of the brand. “Make It Happen” falls right in line with how I live. I have been truly blessed and afforded so many great opportunities and I am thrilled to be part of a brand that celebrates strong, confident and beautiful women around the world.”

Herieth will make her advertising debut for Maybelline New York in the spring. You can follow her on Instagram @heriethpaul.

About Maybelline New York
Maybelline New York is the number one cosmetic brand in the world, available in over 129 countries. By combining technologically advanced formulations with on-trend expertise and New York City edge, Maybelline New York’s mission is to offer innovative, accessible and effortless cosmetics for every woman. The brand is currently the official makeup sponsor of New York Fashion Week in New York City and 11 other fashion weeks worldwide. For more information, log on to www.maybelline.ca.


Disclaimer - I was not compensated for this post

Garnier SkinActive Micellar Water & Clearly Brighter ~ #Review #TryGarnier

Garnier has always launch pretty amazing products over the years and this year I was able to test two exciting products that were recently launched.

Garnier SkinActive Micellar Water & Clearly Brighter



Sunday 14 February 2016

Biore Deep Pore Charcoal Cleanser ~ #Review

Who knew that charcoal can be a cleanser.  I used charcoal in my art classes.  It was messy and I got it all over my hands.  Did you know that charcoal has powerful magnet that absorbs up to 800x its weight of toxins/oils/impurities and works to expand and react to skin's surface, drawing out microscopic imperfections for beautiful skin clean of impurities.  The black liquid transforms into a white foam with water to leave your skin twice as clean after one use while leaving your skin's natural moisture intact.
Biore Deep Pore Charcoal Cleanser



Saturday 13 February 2016

Jergens Moisturizer for Wet Skin ~ #Review

Sure, diamonds are a girl's best friend.  But this winter I would have to say lotion is my best friend.  I have no idea what I would do without it.  One day I should take a photo of my lotion collection because I wouldn't be able to survive without them.  If you have not tried Jergens Moisturizer for Wet Skin I would suggest it that you try it.  I love how it makes my skin feel after my shower.

Jergens Moisturizer for Wet Skin


Giveaway Ending February 12, 2016 ~ #Giveaway Winner

The winner to the NuPasta giveaway is

Soozle


The winners to the GayLea Nordica Smooth Cottage Cheese giveaway are

Danni P.

and

Valerie M.


The winner to the Revlon One Step Ionic Dyer & Styler giveaway is

Jonnie JB


Congrats!
Please check your emails
Thanks for entering everyone.

My other current giveaways (more coming soon!):
Live Clean (baby) Soothing Vapour Bubble Bath, March 3, CAN

Vichy Idealia Day Care, Feb 27, CAN

Pound Puppy DVD, Feb 16, CAN

Hallmark Valentines Day, Feb 16, CAN  <--ENDING

Wednesday 10 February 2016

L'Occitane Ultra Soft Balm ~ #WomensDay & #Review

March 8, 2016 is International Women's Day and in some countries like China, Russia, Vietnam, and Bulgaria it is a national holiday.  It is a day to celebrate women's successes and achievements of women past, present and future.  The first International Women's Day dates back 1911, (March 19) where 1 million women and men "campaigning for women's rights to work, vote, be trained, to hold public office and end discrimination."  It was later in 1975 where the United Nation designated March 8 as International Women's Day.

2016 L'Occitane Ultra Soft Balm ~ #WomensDay


Lipidol Skincare Oils ~ #Review #TryLipidol

There was another great product I wanted to try but never got the chance to until now.  As I walked by the isle in my local drug store,  I see sitting on the shelf a clear bottle.  What caught my attention was I didn't see the brand name until I looked closely at it - Lipidol.  I thought that was a pretty neat package.  It really stands out.  I don't use cleansing oil very often even though it is all the rage.

Lipidol Skincare Oils #TryLipidol


Sunday 7 February 2016

Demeter Foolproof Blending Kits ~ #Review #CBBFOOLPROOFBLEND

I can't believe it is almost the middle of February.  January already whizzing by.  2015 has been good and I am hoping 2016 gets even better.  At the start of a New Year you may need to try something new, fun and exciting.  One day, a shipment came and dropped off a nice little package containing Demeter Fragrance Library.  I have seen this brand before but this is my first time getting to know about the product.

Demeter Foolproof Blending Kits ~ #Review #CBBFOOLPROOFBLEND

Friday 5 February 2016

The Chinese Zodiac ~ #HappyNewYear

February 8, 2016 is Chinese New Year.  It will be the year of the Monkey.  If you are born on the year of the Monkey, you are known to be smart, clever, and intelligent.  They are also flexible and quick-witted but unfortunately they can be cunning, selfish, and arrogant.

Hallmark Year of the Monkey



Wednesday 3 February 2016

Giveaway Ending February 2, 2016 ~ #Giveaway Winner

The winner to the Vichy Aqualia Thermal ExtraSensitive giveaway is


Elizabeth M


Congrats!
Please check your emails
Thanks for entering everyone.

My other current giveaways (more coming soon!):
Live Clean (baby) Soothing Vapour Bubble Bath, March 3, CAN

Vichy Idealia Day Care, Feb 27, CAN

Pound Puppy DVD, Feb 16, CAN

Hallmark Valentines Day, Feb 16, CAN

Revlon One Step Ionic Hair Dyer and Styler, Feb 12, CAN

GayLea Nordica Smooth Cottage Cheese FPC, Feb 9, CAN

NuPasta, Feb 4, CAN  <--ENDING

Live Clean (baby) Soothing Vapour Bubble Bath ~ #Review #Giveaway

I am going to be an aunt!  Finally!!!  The little bundle of joy will arrive this summer.  So far, I have given my sister in law a bunch of baby items I have kept for them.  I hope the baby will love me as much as my kids love my brother and sister in law.  They will learn that one of the hardest thing to watch is when your little one is sick or has a cold.  The worst is when they are congested and they have not learned to blow their nose.  Live Clean (baby) has release soothing vapour bubble bath to help the little one with their colds and congestion.

Live Clean (baby) Soothing Vapour Bubble Bath

Monday 1 February 2016

Excel Naturally Sweetened Lounge with Jillian Harris ~ #Review

On January 22nd, 2016, I was invited to the Interior Design Show in Toronto to see the launch of the new Excel gum.  Excel and Jillian Harris have teamed up, letting Canadians know about keeping it simple, which is the inspiration behind the new Naturally Sweetened gum.  Jillian Harris is a interior decorator and has appeared in a tv series called Love it or List it Vancouver (Love it or List it Too).  You also might remember her from The Bachelor (Season 13) and The Bachellorette (Season 5).

Excel Naturally Sweetened Lounge with Jillian Harris