Review: Sothys Paris Summer Chill Make-Up Collection (Spring/Summer 2019)

The Sothys Paris Spring/Summer 2019 Summer Chill Make-Up Collection draws inspiration from relaxing summer vibes for a Parisienne chic beauty look. 

Sothys, an avant-garde beauty expert, offers a line of innovative skin and body care as well as a makeup line with limited-edition collections inspired by the seasons. The Summer Chill collection features luminous nude shades that are complemented by fresh, vibrant tones of fuchsia and poppy. 

Review: Glo Skin Beauty

As a blogger, one of my yearly goals is to discover brands that align with my own values for business, beauty, skincare, ethics, and lifestyle. My first discovery of 2019 is Glo Skin Beauty. This brand really caught my attention because its products highlight natural beauty and promote confidence. For Glo Skin Beauty, makeup is an extension of skincare. As a result, the company’s professional skincare products are developed with active ingredients to promote healthy, youthful skin, and its mineral makeup formulations nourish, enhance, and protect all skin types.

Glo Skin Beauty also uses ingredients that are good for the skin and are safe for even the most sensitive skin; skincare products are paraben free, and beauty products are talc free. In addition, Glo Skin Beauty is cruelty free. It does not test on animals and is a PETA approved brand.

Since I am always in search of beauty products that enhance natural beauty, preserve skin health, and respect animals, I was very excited for the opportunity to try Glo Skin Beauty.

Review: Sothys Paris Hydra3HA Range

If your skin is in need of a hydration boost after this dry winter, you will love the new skincare line from Sothys Paris.

Sothys is an avant-garde beauty expert that produces products sold exclusively in beauty institutes and spas. This highly specialized brand has an extraordinary commitment to research and innovation, which is shown through its effective line of luxurious skin and body care.

The Hydra3HA Range uses hyaluronic acid and other quality ingredients to immediately restore moisture and protect the skin on a daily basis.

Review: Sothys Paris Echappée Parisienne Make-Up Collection (Fall/Winter 2019)

The Sothys Paris Fall/Winter 2019 Echappée Parisienne Make-Up Collection draws inspiration from the beautiful city of Paris for a glamorous and elegant beauty look.

Sothys, an avant-garde beauty expert, offers a line of innovative skin and body care as well as a makeup line with limited-edition collections inspired by the seasons. The Echappée Parisienne Collection features chic shades of rosewood, plum, and taupe.

My Top Nine Nail Polishes For Valentine's Day

It’s almost Valentine’s Day, so I’m sharing some of my favourite polishes to wear for this occasion. Pinks, purples, peaches, and reds are the colours that I wear during this time of year. For each polish, I have a review and swatch post that goes into more detail about the shade and formula.

Click the links below for more information.

Review: Secrets de Sothys Premium Skincare

If achieving glowing, youthful skin is one of your goals for 2019, then the Sothys Secrets line is for you.

Sothys is an avant-garde beauty expert that produces products sold exclusively in beauty institutes and spas. This highly specialized brand has an extraordinary commitment to research and innovation, which is shown through its effective line of luxurious skin and body care.

The Sothys Secrets line is inspired by the latest scientific findings on the role that stress plays in skin aging. The products in this collection feature an exclusive formulation with active ingredients to protect and visibly reveal the skin’s youthfulness.

Review: Kariderm Moisturizing Protective Cream with Organic Shea Butter

Happy 2019, and welcome back to Writing Beauty!

Preserving the health of my skin is always one of my goals and priorities, so I’m kicking off the year with some exciting new skin care products.

Today’s post features a facial moisturizer from Kariderm, a natural beauty company that features products made with raw, unrefined shea butter. This special ingredient is a natural anti-aging moisturizer that keeps skin soft, vibrant, nourished, and healthy. The shea butter is complemented in Kariderm products by clean, natural ingredients and therapeutic essential oils.

All Kariderm products reflect efficiency and respect for both people and the environment as they are crafted with unrefined shea butter that is certified Organic and Fair Trade. In addition, every Kariderm product sold includes royalties to the Social Fund which helps finance a healthcare protection program for women working to produce shea butter in rural Burkina Faso.

Not only do I feel good about using these products on my skin due to their natural, clean ingredients, I also really appreciate the company’s effort to ethically source their shea butter.

Read on for my review of the Kariderm moisturizer that is keeping my skin healthy during the dry winter months.

Review: Mitty Polish Off Soakies

Although I love painting my own nails, there’s nothing like the convenience of a salon gel polish manicure that looks perfectly chip-free for weeks after application.

My least favourite aspect of a gel manicure is the removal process. I used to always file off the top layer of gel, soak pieces of cotton in acetone, place them on my nails, and cover with tin foil. Sometimes it would take up to an hour for this process to lift the gel, and the sensitive skin around my nails would be left damaged from the harsh acetone. Not to mention, I remove my polish outside since I can’t stand the acetone smell and want to keep the fumes away from my pets. An hour outside in the summer is a long time for someone like me who is afraid of bees.

I almost gave up on gel manicures because of the unpleasant removal process until I heard about the Mitty Polish Off Soakies from a Cutepolish YouTube video which recommended them for quick gel polish removal. I immediately went to the Mitty site and purchased a set of ten to try.

August 2018 Bullymake Box + Coupon Code

It’s a bit late, but I still wanted to share what my dog received in the August Bullymake Box.

This box includes products to keep dogs entertained during the last hot month of summer.
If you are unfamiliar with Bullymake, it is a dog subscription box designed for power chewers. Boxes contain 2-3 extremely tough chew toys and 3-4 all natural treats. Toys are tested for durability on nearly every power chewing breed to ensure the highest quality. Boxes are customized by dog size for dogs 10-200 pounds.

Bullymake is very accommodating and truly stands behinds its products. All toys have a 14-day guarantee and will be replaced with an even tougher toy for free if they are destroyed in this time period. The company also has a satisfaction guarantee, so if a dog does not like a certain toy or treat, it will be replaced without the owner having to send it back or pay replacement shipping. For dogs with meat, chicken, or grain allergies, Bullymake can customize boxes to cater to them and even offers a toys-only option for dogs who cannot have treats at all.

Boxes start at $39 per month. **Click HERE and use the code BULLYMAKE10 for $10 off your first box**

Read on to see what my dog received in the August Box.

Bubbly Holiday Nails

Although fall is my favourite season, it is also the busiest time of year for me at my full time job. If you have been following Writing Beauty for a few years, you may have noticed that new posts are infrequent between September and December. My plan for 2018 was to try to avoid such a long break, so here I finally am in November with a new post.

Review: Sothys Paris nO2ctuelle Nighttime Skincare Line

Aside from having the energy to make it through a full day of work on a hot summer day, getting enough sleep is so important for the health of our skin. Have you ever noticed that your skin looks pale, puffy, and dull after a restless night’s sleep or only a few hours of rest?

As I have mentioned in the past, I don’t wear foundation, so keeping my skin as healthy as possible is key for helping me feel confident enough to leave the house makeup-free. Considering this, I make sleep a priority and see great value in using quality skincare products before bed to help me wake up to the best version of my complexion. Since the end of 2017, I have been using the Sothys Paris Wrinkle-Targeting Comfort Youth Cream as a night moisturizer. While I love how it keeps me waking up to soft, smooth, and refreshed skin each morning, Sothys just came out with a new line of night moisturizers that I couldn’t wait to try.

If you are unfamiliar with Sothys, it is an avant-garde beauty expert that produces products sold exclusively in beauty institutes and spas. This highly specialized brand has an extraordinary commitment to research and innovation, which is shown through its effective line of luxurious skin and body care.

The nO2ctuelle nighttime line features products that work while we are sleeping to erase visible signs of damage caused by environmental factors we encounter during the day and also visibly work against premature skin aging.

July 2018 Bullymake Box + Coupon Code

The July Bullymake Box includes products to keep active dogs entertained during the warm summer months. Where I live, July is the hottest month of the season, and my dog spends more days indoors to avoid overheating. Luckily, Bullymake keeps him entertained with new toys and treats each month.

If you are unfamiliar with Bullymake, it is a dog subscription box designed for power chewers that have an easy time destroying toys and treats. Boxes contain 2-3 extremely tough chew toys and 3-4 all natural treats. Toys are tested for durability on nearly every power chewing breed to ensure the highest quality. Boxes are customized by dog size for dogs 10-200 pounds.

Bullymake is very accommodating to its subscribers and truly stands behind its products. All toys have a 14-day guarantee and will be replaced with an even tougher toy for free if they are destroyed in this time period. The company also has a satisfaction guarantee, so if a dog does not like a certain toy or treat, it will be replaced without the owner having to send it back or pay for shipping on the replacement. For dogs with meat, chicken, or grain allergies, Bullymake can customize boxes to cater to them and even offers a toys-only option for dogs who cannot have treats at all.

Boxes start at $39 per month. *Click HERE and use the code BULLYMAKE10 for $10 off your first box*

Read on to see what my dog received in the July box.

Review: Kariderm Hair Care

Now that we are entering the last full month of summer, it’s time to repair the damage that the scorching sun, salty water, drying chlorine, and warm wind has had on our hair.

Luckily, I have had the opportunity to try Kariderm’s hair care line that features products with clean and natural ingredients such as Argan Baobab and black cumin oil. They also include a high concentration of raw, unrefined shea butter which is a natural, anti-aging moisturizer that nourishes, fortifies, and illuminates hair.

All Kariderm products reflect efficiency and respect for both people and the environment as they are crafted with unrefined shea butter that is certified Organic and Fair Trade. Every Kariderm product sold includes royalties to the Social Fund which helps finance a healthcare protection program for women working to produce shea butter in rural Burkina Faso.

Not only do I feel good about using these hair care products due to their natural, clean ingredients, I also really appreciate the company’s efforts to ethically source their shea butter.

Read on for my review of these Kariderm products that are keeping my hair strong, healthy, and smooth during the hot summer months.

June 2018 BULLYMAKE Box + Coupon Code

The June Bullymake Box includes products to keep active dogs entertained during the warm summer months. Where I live, it has been extremely hot and my dog, who overheats easily, has been spending more time indoors than he would like. Luckily, receiving new toys and treats from Bullymake each month has prevented him from getting bored.

If you are unfamiliar with Bullymake, it is a dog subscription box designed for power chewers that have an easy time destroying toys and treats. Boxes contain 2-3 extremely tough chew toys and 3-4 all natural treats. Toys are tested for durability on nearly every power chewing breed to ensure the highest quality. Boxes are customized by dog size for dogs from 10-200 pounds.

Bullymake is very accommodating to its subscribers and truly stands behind its products. All toys have a 14-day guarantee and will be replaced with an even tougher toy for free if they are destroyed in this time period. The company also has a satisfaction guarantee, so if a dog does not like a certain toy or treat, it will be replaced without the owner having to send it back or pay for shipping on the replacement. For dogs with meat, chicken, or grain allergies, Bullymake can customize boxes to cater to them and even offers a toys-only option for dogs who cannot have treats at all.

Boxes start at $39 per month. *Click HERE and use the code BULLYMAKE10 for $10 off your first box*

Read on to see what my dog received in the June box.

Review: Sothys Paris Multi-Action Eye Contour and Dark Circle Eraser

At the end of 2017, I went on a search for a new eye cream that would significantly improve the appearance of my dark circles while hydrating, reducing puffiness, and minimizing fine lines. I tried products from the drugstore, department stores, and even some from online brands represented by independent agents, but did not find what I was looking for. Most eye creams that helped with dark circles were too drying and made fine lines more visible, and those that were hydrating did nothing for my raccoon eyes.

When I was about to give up my search, I discovered that Sothys Paris, one of my favourite skincare brands, also has a range of eye treatments. I must have been so focused on their amazing serums and moisturizers that I overlooked their eye products.

If you are unfamiliar with Sothys, it is an avant-garde beauty expert that produces products sold exclusively in beauty institutes and spas. This highly specialized brand has an extraordinary commitment to research and innovation, which is shown through its effective line of luxurious skin and body care.

The eye products from Sothys include a special formulation, developed through advanced research, that includes second-generation flax extract and mountain flower extract derived from plant stem cells. The effectiveness of this formula is rooted in glycobiology which highlights the role of sugars to help the skin protect and regenerate itself for improved overall function.

April 2018 Bullymake Box + Coupon Code

The April Bullymake Box features exciting products to keep dogs entertained in the spring. Where I live, spring includes a random assortment of hot, cold, and pleasant days, so I am especially thankful to have Bullymake on hand for times when it’s too cold or too rainy to take my large, energetic dog for a walk.

If you are unfamiliar with Bullymake, it is a dog subscription box designed for power chewers that have an easy time destroying toys and treats. Boxes contain 2-3 extremely tough chew toys and 3-4 all natural treats. Toys are tested for durability on nearly every power chewing breed to ensure the highest quality. Boxes are customized by dog size for dogs from 10-200 pounds.

Bullymake is very accommodating to its subscribers and truly stands behind its products. All toys have a 14-day guarantee and will be replaced with an even tougher toy for free if they are destroyed in this time period. The company also has a satisfaction guarantee, so if a dog does not like a certain toy or treat, it will be replaced without the owner having to send it back or pay for shipping on the replacement. For dogs with beef, chicken, or grain allergies, Bullymake can customize boxes to cater to them and even offers a toys-only option for dogs who cannot have treats at all.

Boxes start at $39 per month. *Click HERE and use the code BULLYMAKE10 for $10 off your first box.*

Read on to see what my dog received in the April box.

Review: Kariderm Natural Beauty Products

It’s that time of year again: the ground is thawing, the days are longer, and spring wardrobe pieces are getting back into rotation.

After a long, dry winter my skin needs a little extra care before I put my tights away and slip into dresses, skirts, shorts, and sleeveless shirts. Luckily, I have had the opportunity to try a skincare line from Kariderm that features products made with raw, unrefined shea butter which is a natural, anti-aging moisturizer that keeps skin soft, vibrant, nourished, and healthy. This special ingredient is complemented in Kariderm products by clean and natural ingredients and therapeutic essential oils.

All Kariderm products reflect efficiency and respect for both people and the environment as they are crafted with unrefined shea butter that is certified Organic and Fair Trade. Every Kariderm product sold includes royalties to the Social Fund which helps finance a healthcare protection program for women working to produce shea butter in rural Burkina Faso.

Not only do I feel good about using these products on my skin due to their natural, clean ingredients, I also really appreciate the company’s efforts to ethically source their shea butter.

Read on for my review of these Kariderm products that are keeping my skin smooth and fresh for spring and summer.

February 2018 Bakers Krate Review

Today I have an exciting and extra-sweet post for you featuring the February Bakers Krate*.

If you are unfamiliar with Bakers Krate, it’s a subscription box that sends its members hand-crafted gourmet baked goods produced by Canadian experts. The Bakers Krate team searches for Canada’s best desserts to satisfy your sweet tooth so that you can enjoy local tastes and delicacies in the comfort of your own home. Each box contains fresh baked goods such as cake pops, pie jars, cookies, dessert squares, and more made by Canadian artisans. Each item in the box is packaged well to guarantee freshness.

Subscriptions are $19.99 per month plus $9.99 shipping across Canada. You can save a bit each month by signing up for a three month or a six month plan. You can also send Bakers Krate as a gift and include a sweet, personalized message for the receiver. I have used the gift option for special holidays, birthdays, and for friends who are living away from home. After all, there’s no better cure for missing home than a surprise box of delicious gourmet treats.

The February box is pretty in pink for Valentine’s Day! It also comes with two information cards. One card includes a Dessert Menu with a description of each product as well as an Ingredients List an an expiry date for each dessert. The other card provides interesting background information on the bakeries that created the desserts. Bakeries that contributed to this month’s box are all based in Ontario.

NOTD: Essie Turn 'N' Pose (Gel Couture)

Today’s NOTD is a little different from my usual posts since the featured polish is not grey or pastel pink. I was in the mood for darker polishes this winter, and Turn ’N’ Pose from Essie’s Gel Couture line has been one of my go-to shades this season.

February 2018 Little Life Box Review

We are entering the third month of 2018, and I’m proud to say that I’m still following the healthy habits that I planned to adopt at the beginning of the year. One of my goals is to replace unhealthy, processed snacks with more natural, healthier options. This is not always easy during the busy work week when it’s hard to find time time to go to the grocery store or prepare snacks in advance, but luckily there's a subscription that can help: Little Life Box.