The hype over BB creams

BB creams (aka Beauty Bomb's) are new to the market in North America, and we have seen nothing but positive reviews. So what is the all the hype about? Where did it come from and how is it so popular?

The BB cream was originated in Germany, where dermatologists used it as a healing power after undergoing laser skin surgery. They used it for the healing and soothing power. After, Korean cosmetic companies got a hold of how great this product was and tweaked it to make their own formulas. Which then lead to the public and famous actresses. BB creams are now available in Korea, South East Asia, Europe, USA and Canada!

So what is all the hype really about? 

BB cream is suited for ALL skin types, including Sensitive and Acne prone! This product is your everyday, all-in-one product! You can say good-bye to your daily moisturizers, concealers, serums and foundations. This baby is going to do all that in just one step! (Hense why it is so darn popular!) BB creams not only provide skincare, but also makeup while improving the skins condition! The added bonus? It even helps even out your skin tone and provide coverage for those dark spots or blemishes!

Most Product features:

- Contains SPF

- Works like a tinted moisturizer

- Has the same coverage as a foundation but without clogging your pores and giving you the “cakey” look

- Has a natural finish

- Conceals all problems!

- Has healing properties which smooth, soften and even out the skin

- Helps maintain and create youthful skin again

- Anti-wrinkle and skin-lightening benefits

In a nutshell, your BB cream is your all-in-one cream! It is going to act as your foundation, concealer, moisturizer, sunblock and even primer all in one! Think of all the time you can save using a product like this on your busy mornings! What about all the money you can save?

BB creams are now available in all different prices, forms and brands, and available at your local drug or department stores! So… will you be saving time and try a BB cream?

Here are some of our personal fav's that we have tried:

Marcelle

Stila

Smashbox

Want us to go further into detail about each of our favourite BB Creams? Let us know!

Til next time!!

Top 10 for Fall

Well Hi-de-ho all!! It has been quite some time since I have last posted. Man am I ever behind in times? Since I have yet to post ANYTHING at all for fall, and we are coming to an end... soonish- I figured, hey, why not do an up-to-date post of my musts for fall? So, without further a-do... my top 10 fall fav's!


1. Stila In the Know Palette- $50 {CAN} available at Select Shoppers Drugmart & Sephora
Why I'm loving this product? Ummm, hello? What other company has come out with a palette that is all Matte?... EXACTLY!! Not only that, you have all must have fall colours with a range of lights and darks to make any look- day or night! The added bonus? The smudge stick that comes along... if you haven't heard much about Stila smudge sticks, well, you're missing out! For the first 30 seconds or so that you apply it, you are able to smudge the liner. After those 30 seconds, poof-WATERPROOF and UN-SMUDGABLE! It's magic! haha, well.. not really, but it is a fun product!

2. Korres Evening Primrose Eye Cream- $44 {CAN} available at Shoppers Drugmart
Why I'm loving this product? Well, if the fact that it is an all natural product doesn't tickle your pickle then maybe this does? Evening primerose is a lightweight eye cream that fights against first signs of aging and dark circles. With vitamin C to help stimulate collagen and plump fine lines. If that doesn't get you excited to try it, I don't know what else will?

3. Korres Pomegranate Deep Cleansing Scrub- $26 {CAN} available at Shoppers Drugmart
Why I'm loving this product? If you love the smell of olives and you have oily or combination skin, this may be the scrub for you! Again, all natural product with a creamy texture with olive pits grated up for natural exfoliating grains. This baby will help minimize the sizes of pores, reduce blackheads, remove excess oil and leave the skin feeling radiant!

4. Stila Convertible Colour in Lillium- $33 {CAN} available at Select Shoppers Drugmart & Sephora
Why I'm loving this product? A versatile product great for any lady on the go! Wear on your cheeks as a cream blush (great for adding moisture back into your skin!) or on your lips for a quick and convient lip colour. Great if you are looking for a mono-chromatic look!

5. Shiseido Pureness Refreshing Cleansing Sheets- $20 {CAN} available at Select Shoppers Drugmart
Why I'm loving this product? 100% Cotton and Oil free- great for oily or combo skin! Quick, easy and convient way to remove excess dirt or makeup. Great for on the go or for those lazy nights after a few glasses of wine. (I'm sure most if not all of you have had nights like that. ;) )

6. Smashbox Camera Ready BB Cream- $50 {CAN} available at Shoppers Drugmart & Sephora
Why I'm loving this product? There are sooo many BB creams on the market these days that it can be overwelming! I love the Smashbox Camera ready for many reasons. One being that to this date, I am picky with coverage on my foundations/tinted moisturizers/BB creams. I love that the smashbox gives me my full coverage and is still quick and easy like all other BB creams! The other added bonus is that this BB cream not only uses SPF, but a Broad Spectrum SPF!! (For those of you who do not know what Broad Spectrum is- in short, it gets deeper down into the skin layers then your average SPF without it.) Oh yes, and lets not forget that there is also Anti-aging benefits from using this great product!!! Umm, yes please!

7. Stila Long Wear Lip Colour in Daring- $26 {CAN} available at Select Shoppers Drugmart & Sephora
Why I'm loving this product? A long wearing lipstick and lipgloss all in one! I'm loving this dark plum colour for the fall!! It has been one of my daily go-to's, especially with a neutral eye. (Ahem, Stila's IN THE KNOW Palette.) haha

8. Clarins Gloss Prodige in Blackberry- $24 {CAN} available at Select Shoppers Drugmart
Why I'm loving this product? Similar in colour as Stila Long Wear Lip Colour in Daring only in a gloss! Intense colour, high shine, long lasting and a gel-finish so it is not STICKY!!!!

9. L'Occitane Amande Milk Concentrate- $59 {CAN} available at L'occitane stores and Select Shoppers Drugmart
Why I'm loving this product? WORTH THE SPLURGE!!! I'm pretty sure I have already raved about this product in one of my previous posts, but I have so much love for it I had to mention it again! A lightweight texture that quickly absorbs into your skin, leaving it smooth and toned. The almond oil helps prevent signs of aging like lifting and firming while leaving you smell delicious. Great when paired together with Amande Delicious Paste and Amande Supple Oil.

10. L'Occitane Amande Delicious Paste- $46 {CAN} available at L'occitane stores and Select Shoppers Drugmart
Why I'm loving this product? A delicious Almond smelling scrub that leaves your body smooth, hydrated and toned. She will help stimulate cellular activity while gently exfoliating. Mmmmm is all I have to say! MUST TRY!!!!


Do we share any favourites? Have you tried any or all of these products? What are your thoughts if you have?
I wanna hear your opinions!

Till next time,

Sarah xo

Beauty musts!

Whether you try it or buy it... these are all my beauty must try's!! All products I am in love with, and don't know what I would do without them.

1. Shiseido- The Skincare Instant eye and lip makeup remover

Price: $26.50 for 125ml

What it does:

Gently removes all waterproof and long-wearing eye and lip makeup while moisturizing. 

2. Bourjois- Bronzing powder spray

Price: $26, and available in 2 shades

What it does:

Instant bronzing powder that gives an even result without having to rub it in! Gives you a perfect tan without the sun-ray exposure and can easily be washed off after each use. Contains cocoa bean which gives you radiance and orange blossom extract for hydration. It smells so good, you will want to eat it! 

3. Smashbox- Full exposure mascara

Price: $19

What it does:

Gives you fuller and longer lashes with no clumping or flaking!

  

4. NARS- Super Orgasm blush

Price: $32

What it does:

Gives you a natural, healthy looking colour that is different with every complexion. It has a silky texture that is soft and easily blend-able.

5. Givenchy- Hot Couture fragrance

Price: $67 for 1.7oz, $90 for 3.3oz bottle

What it does:

Glamorous, yet sophisticated fragrance. Creating a elegance that you may only recognize on the couture runway. With raspberry nectar, magnolia and ambered vetiver giving a vibrant, confident and passionate femininity.

6. L'Occitane- Shea butter hand cream

Price: $30 for 150ml, $12 for 30ml

What it does:

Soak your hands in this rich textured cream. Enriched with Shea butter, leaving your hands soft and smooth with none of that oily mess. It has minimal scent, making it wearable for both men and women.

  

7. Moroccanoil- Oil treatment

Price: prices vary

What it does:

Moroccanoil is a cure for all types of hair, including dry, frizzy and unruly hair. This product is a secret weapon for every women who wants their hair to look healthy. It will leave your hair tamed, silky and smooth, as well as smelling great!

8. Blistex- Lip medex

Price: $2-4 at your local drug store

What it does:

Helps restore moisture back into your lips. Can be used on sore, dry and cracked lips to return lip cells back to their natural moisture balance. While providing fast recovery.

  

9. OPI- Natural nail strengthener

Price: $12

What it does:

Builds layers of protection on natural nails as well as helping them grow stronger.

Have you tried any of these products before? If so, did you love them as much as I do? 

If you haven't... would you try them? 

Let me hear what you got to say!

My loves and beauty fav's,