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This has become one of my fave places for drinks! Ali and Alex threw the ChickAdvisor team holiday cocktail party there. I had heard about their crazy molecular drinks (costs are $45 and up!) which I didn't have but the drinks I did have were... +
This has become one of my fave places for drinks! Ali and Alex threw the ChickAdvisor team holiday cocktail party there. I had heard about their crazy molecular drinks (costs are $45 and up!) which I didn't have but the drinks I did have were amazing!
The Sour Sake was by recommendation from the waitress and at first I was a little apprehensive. I'm not really into sake but was pleasantly surprised that it tasted nothing like sake. It had a nice creme brule effect on the top and came with a spoon that you use for soup at Chinese restaurants. I wasn't sure what to do with it until someone said to just break the top with the spoon and scoop. The flavour was refreshing and fruity with a hint of creme brule.
The apps we had were delicious! The spring rolls and mini burger sliders were my favourite. The atmosphere is very trendy, hip, but laid-back. I definitely want to go back - maybe for my b-day!
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L'Oréal Paris Telescopic Explosion Mascara
I didn't love this mascara but I didn't hate it either. Here is what I loved: - My lashes were not lacking in the dramatic volume department. - The little round brush really gets to those little lashes, allows you to get right at the base... +
I didn't love this mascara but I didn't hate it either. Here is what I loved:
- My lashes were not lacking in the dramatic volume department.
- The little round brush really gets to those little lashes, allows you to get right at the base, and you can emphasize any part of the lash.
- Love the red, sleek packaging.
Here's what I didn't love:
- The formula is very thick and can get pretty clumpy if you don't swipe off the excess.
- I found it smudged a bit after a few hours.
Overall, I really like dramatic lashes because naturally my lashes are pretty wimpy. What I've been doing lately is applying CoverGirl LashBlast mascara then using L'Oreal Telescopic Explosion over top just on the outer lash. The effect is flirty full lashes! I love that the round brush allows you to be selective with what you want to enhance. The concept of a round brush might be foreign in the beginning and may feel awkward but you get used to it after a while.
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Balmshell Lip Gloss
As adorable as these glosses looked, I always resisted the urge to try them mainly because I have waaay too many glosses and I knew if I loved it I'd have to buy one. I had heard of the brand a while back and I used to always pass by them in... +
As adorable as these glosses looked, I always resisted the urge to try them mainly because I have waaay too many glosses and I knew if I loved it I'd have to buy one. I had heard of the brand a while back and I used to always pass by them in Shoppers.
Luckily, the people at Balmshell were nice enough to send me a few samples to try! I love the whole story behind the brand and think the float art detail adds a nice touch. Not only does it have a fun quality to it but the lip glosses are high quality. The gloss really does hydrate your lips for hours and there are so many pretty colours to choose from. The shine doesn't last as long but I found the colour left a nice stain after it wore off.
I love Yummy Mummy, You Give Me Fever, and Ah...The Classic. The price might be a little steep for a gloss but it's like a keepsake. Yes, they are a little long and not as compact but who wouldn't want to pull these out in public? They are so adorable! These glosses are definitely at the top of my gloss list!
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David Babaii For WildAid Bohemian Beach Spray
In the summer, I was obsessed with getting that natural beachy wave. Ali received this at a Sears event and I was lucky enough to test it out. I LOVE it! Girls, if you want full sexy volume and need to hold those curls this spray will do it! Made... +
In the summer, I was obsessed with getting that natural beachy wave. Ali received this at a Sears event and I was lucky enough to test it out. I LOVE it! Girls, if you want full sexy volume and need to hold those curls this spray will do it!
Made from eco-friendly ingredients, sea salt from the Dead Sea in Israel will give your hair texture, mineral rich Volcanic Ash from the South Pacific will give you volume, and a trio of Blue Algae, Mango, and Kiwi will keep your hair hydrated.
You can use this spray on wet or dry hair although I prefer it in wet. You only need a small amount or else it can be a little sticky. I just read some tips that you can spray a little on your finger tips and rub into the scalp. Then I take my hair dryer and direction my hair up to give me volume. After, I curl a few pieces and comb through with my fingers then a brush to really loosen them up. My waves look beautifully natural and voluminous. My curls last all night and are even better the next day! I love the coconut beach smell it gives my hair too.
Ten percent of all profits go to non-profit organization, WildAid, that helps in preserving endangered species.
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Ardell Semi-Permanent Individual Eyelash
I love Ardell fake lashes! I usually go between Ardell and Quo for my clients and myself. They are absolutely comparable quality to the high end brands of lashes and offer a variety of lash looks. Mind you, if you're looking for something crazy... +
I love Ardell fake lashes! I usually go between Ardell and Quo for my clients and myself. They are absolutely comparable quality to the high end brands of lashes and offer a variety of lash looks. Mind you, if you're looking for something crazy, over-the-top dramatic go with Shu Uemura or MAC but otherwise Ardell will do the job.
I like the individual lashes for a more natural look although they are more difficult to apply if you're not used to it. Ardell Individual lashes come in short and long length. I love the short length for myself because my lashes are naturally short. Anything super long would be hard to blend in.
Adding some falsies will definitely kick it up a notch for those holiday parties!
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Cake Beauty Bath & Shower Bubbles in Jacky Frost
I've been a fan of Cake products for a long time. I first fell in love with their hand cream that smells like baked cookies - yum! Now my latest fave is their limited edition shower & bath bubbles in jacky frost that I got a sample of! It smells... +
I've been a fan of Cake products for a long time. I first fell in love with their hand cream that smells like baked cookies - yum! Now my latest fave is their limited edition shower & bath bubbles in jacky frost that I got a sample of! It smells divine like the cookie smell that I love. The body wash lathers very rich and leaves your skin feeling super soft. The scent lingers a bit after the shower but not for too long.
It comes in a giant bottle but it smells so good you'll end up using it really quickly!
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KVD Vegan Beauty True Romance Eyeshadow Palette
I'm really impressed with this palette! First of all, Kat Von D is one fierce chick and she knows exactly what she likes. The pigment is amazing but I never expected anything less. I love the colour range and they are all colours that I would... +
I'm really impressed with this palette! First of all, Kat Von D is one fierce chick and she knows exactly what she likes. The pigment is amazing but I never expected anything less. I love the colour range and they are all colours that I would wear and that many others can wear. You can really create a variety of looks with this palette. For soft days looks, you can wet your brush in water and use the darker shades as a liner. Swipe on the lighter shadows across lid.
I love that you can create a variety of smoky eyes ranging from blacks, bronze and purples! The palette is a little pricey but you 8 shadows are included that definitely give you more bang for your buck.
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Toni and Guy Straight and Shining Smoothing Balm
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Bath & Body Works The Perfect Autumn Leaves
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Kiehl's Lip Balm #1
Kiehl's Lip Balm #1 really cure dry chapped lips. My lips need the rich glossy texture to stay moisturized for hours. I also love the many scents they come in and the portable tube packaging.
Kiehl's Lip Balm #1 really cure dry chapped lips. My lips need the rich glossy texture to stay moisturized for hours. I also love the many scents they come in and the portable tube packaging. -
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